Living Here

The County of Perth is a rich agricultural community, diverse in its heritage and culture. It's located in the centre of Southwestern Ontario and is comprised of thriving communities.

The County of Perth has an accessibility program that is focused on ensuring that our goods, services and facilities are barrier-free to everyone.

Rural communities are home to a variety of wildlife, including coyotes. Learn more and report a local sighting.

Perth County is committed to taking steps toward diversity, equity and inclusion for all. 

Emergency Services in Perth County are delivered by a number of service providers. 

Perth County’s Emergency Management program is a unified program for the County, North Perth, Perth East, Perth South, and West Perth.

The Forestry Conservation Program regulates the destruction or injuring of trees to help improve the forest, soil, fish, wildlife and water resources within the region.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology is used in a variety of ways across municipal operations.

YMCA of Three Rivers Immigrant Services is the source of official government funded settlement services in Perth County. 

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Perth County Paramedic Services offers a diverse range or programs and positions.

PC Connect Service information has moved. Visit the City of Stratford website for details.

The Provincial Offences Court is responsible for the administrative and prosecutorial processes arising from violations of a variety of Acts, statutes, and regulations.

The Perth County Public Works department is responsible for 492 km of roads and 114 bridges that stretch across the four local municipalities.

the Perth County Stewardship Program aims to provide resources and financial assistance to landowners and community groups completing meaningful stewardship projects in Perth County

Stratford-Perth Archives is a state-of-the-art, accessible facility responsible for preserving and making available permanently valuable record, photos, maps, films and other documents.

The property tax is the largest and most important revenue source for municipalities. It is the only tax that municipalities have the authority to collect.