Canadian Union of Postal Workers Strike: What you need to know

Public Service Announcement

Be advised that there will be delays in mail delivery service due to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers strike. The Township of West Lincoln has alternative solutions to minimize any potential disruptions to services. Please avoid mailing urgent documents or payments during the strike.

Submitting documents

Urgent documents for the Township can be submitted via email or through the secure drop box located at Township Administration, 318 Canborough Street, Smithville. Please refer to the Township directory at www.westlincoln.ca/contact for departmental emails.

Billing and Payments

Customers are encouraged to take advantage of the many electronic billing and payment options, as cheques sent through the mail during the strike will likely be delayed. Please note that penalty and interest charges will continue to apply if payments are late.

Paperless billing is available for property tax, water and accounts receivable invoices. Complete the online form to enroll in paperless billing or to sign up for an account for the MyWESTLINCOLN self-service platform.

The Township offers many payment options, including electronic banking, in-person payment through cash/cheque/debit, after-hours drop box (no cash), pre-authorized payment plan or online credit card (third party processing fee applies).

Parking tickets can be paid in-person at Township Administration or left in the secure drop box in the envelope provided.

Notices

To comply with legislative requirements, notices that would typically be sent by mail will be hand delivered to affected properties and/or advertised in newspapers. Please respond to any notices by email, phone or in person. All news and notices will continue to be available on the Township website.

For questions or assistance, please call the Township at 905-957-3346. For notifications and important updates, remember to follow the Township of West Lincoln on Facebook, X and Instagram.