Reminder: Have your say on Brechin’s municipally owned buildings at Nov. 18 open house

Ramara, Ont. / Nov. 14, 2025 – The Township of Ramara is reminding residents, businesses, and community organizations to take part in shaping the future of two municipally owned buildings along Highway 12 in Brechin, known locally as St. Andrew’s Hall and the former Standard Bank, by attending an open house on Nov. 18, 2025.

Community members are encouraged to attend one of two open house sessions on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, at the Ramara Centre (5482 Highway 12, Atherley) to learn more and share their feedback in person.

·        Session 1: 3:30 to 5 p.m. (presentation at 4 p.m.)

·        Session 2: 6 to 7:30 p.m. (presentation at 6:30 p.m.)

Each session will include a short presentation outlining the buildings’ history, current condition, and next steps, followed by opportunities to share ideas about future uses. Staff will be available to answer questions, and surveys can be completed on-site. No registration is required.

The Township purchased the two buildings in 2023 as part of efforts to support downtown revitalization and explore new opportunities for community use. Due to Ministry of Transportation setback requirements, any major renovation or redevelopment would require relocation further from the highway, making community input essential as Council considers next steps.

For those unable to attend, community surveys remain open until Nov. 21, 2025, and can be completed online:

·        Residents, Seasonal Residents or Visitors

·        Businesses and Organizations

Hard copies of the resident survey are also available at the Ramara Centre (5482 Highway 12, Atherley) and at the Township Administration Building (2297 Highway 12, Brechin). Residents who complete the community survey have the option to be entered into a draw for a chance to win a Ramara Prize Pack.

Feedback collected through the surveys, open house, and have your say stations will be summarized and presented to Council to help inform next steps.

For more information, visit ramara.ca/BuildingBrechin.

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Media Contact
Melissa Gowanlock
Manager of Communications & Community Experience
705-484-5374 ext. 322
mgowanlock@ramara.ca