Aina DeViet, Mayor 519.666.0190 x 5234 deviet@middlesexcentre.ca www.middlesexcentre.ca Hello everyone, I’d like to start this piece with a big thank you to the organizers, vendors, and all friends, neighbours and visitors who attended and supported our local Saturday Farmers’ Markets this past summer. It was a great season, but October 11 is the last market day at both the Ilderton and Komoka locations. Make sure to swing by and stock up on your favorite items! It’s budget time in Middlesex Centre (MXC), and our municipal staff have been busy working through studies, plans, and data to prepare. The Budget Committee, which is comprised of staff and council members, meets throughout the fall to discuss both the capital (infrastructure) and operating budgets for 2026. These two budgets are then integrated and brought to the full MXC council for consideration in November. Thanks to all of you who participated in the annual Budget Survey and took the time to provide your thoughts and input on MXC services, priorities, and programs! Your comments are always top of mind as we develop the annual budget. If you would like to follow along in the budget process, the draft budget is available on our Open Budget site. You can find a link to that site and other budget- related information at middlesexcentre.ca/budget2026. Aina Lastly, I’d like to highlight that the closing date for applications to become a Community Emergency Response Volunteer (CERV) is October 17. You may recall meeting volunteers who helped at vaccination clinics during the pandemic shutdown or know of folks who assisted staff at emergency shelters when Highway 402 closed due to a blizzard. These are examples of situations that the CERV team assists with. If you’re interested in being involved, gather information and apply at www.middlesex.ca/cerv-team. I wish you all the best for Thanksgiving weekend! Enjoy time and make memories with your family, friends, and neighbours … we have so much to be grateful for! Aina The Komoka Kilworth Optimists marked their 50th anniversary, on June 25th with a program including games, face painting, as well as live music and food. The Optimists focus on community activities and fund raisers that benefit kids and their list of accomplishments over the past half century is extensive! It’s been 40 years since the first Del-Ko-Brydge Canada Day event was held! Since 1982, the parade, festivities and fireworks display have rotated between the three communities and this year, it was Delaware’s turn to host all the fun. In the other corner of Middlesex Centre, the Bryanston-Birr Optimist Club started Canada Day celebrations with the Firemen’s Breakfast and hosted a family-focused day including fireworks at dark. Looking forward now, mark your calendars for two events celebrating our “rural roots”! The Tri-County Heritage Club hosts their 44th annual tractor show July 8th – 10th at the Ilderton Fair Grounds, and the Ilderton Fair, which has been a great family event since 1851 runs September 30th – October 2nd . I’ll hope to see you there! Congratulations to all the groups who’ve supported the “community” of MXC and who’ve been making it special for decades and more. All of these long standing events have “someone” in common – YOU – and you know who YOU are! Thank-you to each of you who has worked and contributed to the success of the groups; your dedication and efforts are appreciated and do not go unnoticed! Enjoy the summer, make memories and stay safe, Hello everyone, L et’s start with a Public Service reminder! To ensure your name appears on the voter’s list in order to be registered to vote in the upcoming municipal elections, please visit the Municipal website or go to www.vo terlookup.ca. The Delaware Legion #598 celebrated its 60th anniversary and recognized several members with Lifetime Memberships on May 28th. The Legion supports veterans with funds raised from Friday lunches, meat draws, and other events. They regularly host musicians, so if you enjoy live music check the Legion’s Facebook page to get information on upcoming performances! On June 11th, the 132nd Poplar Hill Picnic – a fun-filled day including games, races, baseball games, lipsync contest and much more kicked off at noon. Let’s not forget the food – the Women’s Institute pies as well as the Poplar Hill & District Lions Chicken BBQ dinner never fail to satisfy! Hello everyone, L et’s start with a Public Service reminder! To ensure your name appears on the voter’s list in order to be registered to vote in the upcoming municipal elections, please visit the Municipal website or go to www.vo terlookup.ca. The Delaware Legion #598 celebrated its 60th anniversary and recognized several members with Lifetime Memberships on May 28th. The Legion supports veterans with funds raised from Friday lunches, meat draws, and other events. They regularly host musicians, so if you enjoy live music check the Legion’s Facebook page to get information on upcoming performances! On June 11th, the 132nd Poplar Hill Picnic – a fun-filled day including games, races, baseball games, lipsync contest and much more kicked off at noon. Let’s not forget the food – the Women’s Institute pies as well as the Poplar Hill & District Lions Chicken BBQ dinner never fail to satisfy! The Komoka Kilworth Optimists marked their 50th anniversary, on June 25th with a program including games, face painting, as well as live music and food. The Optimists focus on community activities and fund raisers that benefit kids and their list of accomplishments over the past half century is extensive! It’s been 40 years since the first Del-Ko-Brydge Canada Day event was held! Since 1982, the parade, festivities and fireworks display have rotated between the three communities and this year, it was Delaware’s turn to host all the fun. In the other corner of Middlesex Centre, the Bryanston-Birr Optimist Club started Canada Day celebrations with the Firemen’s Breakfast and hosted a family-focused day including fireworks at dark. Looking forward now, mark your calendars for two events celebrating our “rural roots”! The Tri-County Heritage Club hosts their 44th annual tractor show July 8th – 10th at the Ilderton Fair Grounds, and the Ilderton Fair, which has been a great family event since 1851 runs September 30th – October 2nd . I’ll hope to see you there! Congratulations to all the groups who’ve supported the “community” of MXC and who’ve been making it special for decades and more. All of these long standing events have “someone” in common – YOU – and you know who YOU are! Thank-you to each of you who has worked and contributed to the success of the groups; your dedication and efforts are appreciated and do not go unnoticed! Enjoy the summer, make memories and stay safe, Aina DeViet, Mayor 519.666.0190 x 5234 deviet@middlesexcentre.ca www.middlesexcentre.ca Aina DeViet, Mayor 519.666.0190 x 5234 deviet@middlesexcentre.ca www.middlesexcentre.ca Aina
Monarch on a Frost Aster at the Wellness Center in Komoka Photo courtesy of Pat Fowler
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