Welcome to the official Twitter account for Perth County, Ontario π¨π¦. This page is monitored Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm. #PerthCounty
π«Ά Discrimination or hate of any kind has no place in our communities; nor does the willful vandalization and destruction of public and private property.
Perth County remains committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive region.
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π Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day!
β Join millions of people around the world to promote the rights of older adults. This year, join the WEAAD 2026 Campaign: Be Bold: #AgeWithAttitude
β Learn more about WEAAD and campaign here: eapon.ca/weaad#WEAAD2026
β Update - We are happy to report that Annual Line Painting is completed for this year. Additional line painting will take place later this year when resurfacing projects are complete on some roads.
π§ Watch for line painting crews on Perth County roads this week.
Please slow down, give crews space, avoid fresh paint, and pass only when safe and permitted.
Thanks for helping keep our roads safe!
#PerthCounty#RoadSafety
π§ Watch for line painting crews on Perth County roads this week.
Please slow down, give crews space, avoid fresh paint, and pass only when safe and permitted.
Thanks for helping keep our roads safe!
#PerthCounty#RoadSafety
β Update - We are happy to report that Annual Line Painting is completed for this year. Additional line painting will take place later this year when resurfacing projects are complete on some roads.
The Eidt family has a long history in Stratford. Dr. Edward Henry Eidt was a dentist in the city. Dr. Eidt was also a member of City Council, the Public School Board, and was instrumental in the creation of the parks system for @cityofstratford. #TBT archives@perthcounty.ca
Join Mitchell & District Agricultural Society for an upcoming event about Mental Health: It's Okay Not To Be Okay
πΉThurs, June 18 from 7-9pm
πΉ 155 Wellington St., Mitchell, ON
πΉ Info: facebook.com/events/97760208β¦#PerthCounty
β οΈ A temporary all-way stop is in place at Perth Rd 163 & Perth Line 20 in Fullarton to help manage increased traffic from the Hwy 23 & Perth Line 20 roundabout construction in Russeldale.
Obey posted signs and detours. Construction is expected to continue until Fall 2026.
Line Painting has started today on Perth County Roads,
Watch for slow moving equipment with flashing lights and possible wet paint on roadways.
This work will continue through the week, weather depending.
#PerthCounty
β±οΈ Accessibility Tip #5: Give people extra time.
Allowing extra time during conversations or services can improve accessibility and reduce barriers for many people.
#NAAW2026#AccessibleCanada#DisabilityInclusion
Accessibility Tip #4: Provide seating and rest areas.
Rest spaces support people with mobility disabilities, chronic pain, fatigue, and many other accessibility needs.
#NAAW2026#AccessibleCanada#BarrierFree
Pictured, from Stratford-Perth Archives, is the cover of the 1941 Perth County Horse Show program. The program that year included a Military Parade and a Machinery Exhibition of automobiles and farm equipment; the event had record attendance! #TBT archives@perthcounty.ca.
π¬ Accessibility Tip #3: Offer multiple ways to communicate.
Different people communicate in different ways. Flexible options help make information more accessible for everyone.
#NAAW2026#AccessibleCanada#AccessibilityForAll
πͺ Accessibility Tip #2: Ensure entrances are barrier-free.
Accessible entrances support people using mobility aids and help everyone enter spaces safely and independently.
#NAAW2026#AccessibleCanada#InclusionMatters
πΉ Accessibility Tip #1: Add captions to videos.
Captions help people who are Deaf or hard of hearing and improve access for everyone watching online.
#NAAW2026#AccessibleCanada#AccessibilityMatters