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Are you interested in running for Township Council in the 2026 Municipal Election?

Take advantage of the free Candidate and Third Party Advertiser Training offered by Peterborough County Townships and the City of Peterborough. 

Please be advised that the Township Office will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026 and Monday, April, 6, 2026 for Easter. All office services will resume on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

Read this article for information on curbside waste and recycling collection changes, and a special Easter Weekend activity.

Douro-Dummer Public Library is hiring a Library Assistant for a permanent, part-time position of up to 11 hours per week. 

The Township of Douro-Dummer recognizes the effects that spring conditions have had on our gravel roads. Read the full Public Works update to learn more about the condition of gravel roads and the Township's plan. 

The Township of Douro-Dummer is pleased to offer two (2) summer student positions for 2026!

Eligible students are encouraged to apply by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 13, 2026. 

Please be advised that Douro Fifth Line, from County Road 6 to Highway 28, is currently closed to all traffic due to unsafe road conditions. 

The Public Works Department has implemented this closure, which will remain in effect until further notice.

The Township of Douro-Dummer is committed to keeping residents and ratepayers informed about the Alto High-Speed Rail project by sharing updates provided by project representatives.

Read this article for links to information about the Alto High-Speed Rail. 

There's lots happening at Douro-Dummer Public Library in April - here is our monthly program calendar and newsletter.