Collection changes, closures, payment deadlines, service disruptions and other practical notices from local government and public agencies.
Updated Oct. 2, 2026. Dates and conditions come from the linked official sources. For community assistance, family programs, seniors’ help and social services, see Russell Cares.
October notices
Public noticeOct. 12, 2026 · Week of Oct. 12 · Waste Collection Delayed Russell Township garbage and recycling collection moves one day later for Thanksgiving. Put materials at the curb before 7 a.m. on the rescheduled day. Official details →
Public noticeOct. 12, 2026 · Public holiday closure · Town Hall Closed Town Hall, 717 Notre-Dame St., Embrun, is closed. Official details →
Public noticeOct. 27, 2026 · Payment deadline · Utility Payments Due Town Hall, 717 Notre-Dame St., Embrun; the notice lists 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. See the Township’s payment options. Official details →
November notices
Public noticeNov. 2, 2026 · Nov. 2–6 · Leaf and Yard Waste Collection Graphic: Russell Township. Russell Township. Free collection on your regular collection day; put leaf and yard waste at the curb by 7 a.m. Use paper bags or reusable containers, not plastic bags. Official details →
Public noticeNov. 11, 2026 · Public holiday closure · Town Hall Closed Town Hall, 717 Notre-Dame St., Embrun, is closed. Official details →
Public noticeNov. 27, 2026 · Payment deadline · Property Tax Payments Due Town Hall, 717 Notre-Dame St., Embrun; the notice lists 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. See the Township’s payment options. Official details →
December notices
Public noticeDec. 25, 2026 · Collection moved to Dec. 26 · Waste Collection Delayed Russell Township’s Friday, Dec. 25 garbage and recycling collection moves to Saturday, Dec. 26. Put materials at the curb before 7 a.m. Official details →
Public noticeDec. 25, 2026 · Public holiday closure · Town Hall Closed Town Hall, 717 Notre-Dame St., Embrun, is closed. Official details →
Public noticeDec. 26, 2026 · Dec. 26, 2026–Jan. 3, 2027 · Christmas Tree Drop-Off at Arenas Free natural-tree drop-off at designated areas at Russell Arena, 1084 Concession St., and Embrun Arena, 6 Blais St. Remove all decorations. Daily hours are not stated. Official details →
Public noticeDec. 26, 2026 · Public holiday closure · Town Hall Closed Town Hall, 717 Notre-Dame St., Embrun, is closed. Official details →
Permits and public information
Conservation permitsSouth Nation Conservation regulation guidance What is it? Permit guidance for development or site work near a river, stream, wetland, slope or shoreline. Who is it for? Residents, landowners and builders planning work in regulated areas. How do I access it? Check the regulation map and contact South Nation before work; the authority lists 613-984-2948 and 1-877-984-2948. Deadline: obtain advice before work begins. Official regulation and permit information →