Roads, Sidewalks and Bridges

The Municipality of Arran-Elderslie ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY PROGRAM has been
established as a public service program for volunteers to pick-up litter along
certain Municipal Highway rights-of-way. It is a way for environmentally conscious
citizens to make a personal contribution to a cleaner environment. Under the
program, groups or individuals agree to adopt a section of highway right-of-way
and keep it clean. In addition to a cleaner environment, the volunteer(s) are
recognized by a sign acknowledging their efforts.

If you or your group would like to adopt a road and be responsible for litter pick up, please review the Adopt-A-Highway Policy

New Driveway and Entrances onto Municipal Roads must follow the guidelines of the Entrance Permit policy. An application, accompanied by the fee and deposit outline in the Fees and Charges Bylaw must be submitted to the Public Works Department prior to any work taking place. 

Visit our Entrance Permit section for more details. 

Arran-Elderslie owns and maintains 200 km of gravel roads. Regular maintenance operations for these roads each year includes:

• Grading in Spring and Fall
• Dust control applied between mid-May and late June

Maintenance gravel is applied to the roads in the spring, dependent on the condition of the road. Following the application of maintenance gravel, dust control is put on gravel roads each spring between mid-May and late June, and timing depends on availability and weather.

The Municipality of Arran-Elderslie is committed to maintaining safe and accessible roadways while protecting our environment. Each spring, we implement a Roadside Spraying Program to manage invasive and noxious weeds along municipal roadsides. This program helps:

• Maintain clear sightlines for driver and pedestrian safety.
• Control invasive species that threaten local ecosystems.
• Reduce fire hazards and prevent damage to infrastructure.

How We Spray

• Arran-Elderslie has staff members who hold a pesticide licence provincially issued under the Pesticides Act (R.S.O. 1990) and Ontario Regulation 63/09.
• Government-approved herbicides in compliance with the Ontario Weed Control Act and Pesticides Act are used.
• Spraying is typically scheduled for June, weather permitting.
• Herbicides are applied selectively to minimize environmental impact.

Your Options

Residents who prefer not to have roadside spraying adjacent to their property may opt out by:

• Posting a clearly visible “No Spray” sign at the property line.
• Contacting the municipal office to register your property.

The Public Works Department appreciates your help in reporting streetlights that are not working or need repair. To report a problem, email publicworks@arran-elderslie.ca or call 519-363-3039. 

Arran-Elderslie maintains regulatory and street signs. We appreciate your help in reporting damaged or missing signs. To report a problem, email publicworks@arran-elderslie.ca or call 519-363-3039. 

Arran-Elderslie recommends using extreme caution in working with noxious weeds as many species can cause serious side effects to individuals. You can view specific information regarding Giant Hogweed best management practices on the Bruce County website.