The History of Dawson
Dawson was created in 1997 by the amalgamation of the former Township of Atwood, Township of Blue, Township of Dilke and Township of Worthington. Each of these former municipalities were created in the early 1900s. The Council decided to amalgamate in order to improve efficiency.
The name Dawson was chosen in order to recognize the historical Dawson Trail which was the main route of settlers moving from the east to the western part of Canada.
Public Notices
Notice of Consent Application
TOWNSHIP OF DAWSON TOWNSHIP OF DAWSON NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CONSENT Clause 53(5) (a) of the Planning Act The Township of Dawson has received the following applications for consent, in respect of the lands described as follows: E1/2 NW1/4 and SW1/4 Sec 3 Curran Twp...
Notice of Special Meeting of Council under Section 26(3) of the Planning Act
Notice of Special Meeting of CouncilUnder Section 26(3) of the Planning ActWednesday, June 24, 2026 (4:00pm)Council Chambers211 Fourth StreetRainy River, OntarioP0W 1L0 The Township of Dawson is Planning for the Future!The Township of Dawson is holding a Special...
Dawson Township 2025 Capital Projects
Council has approved improvements to Acree Road and a portion of the Nelles Dilke Road. A layer of Type A crushed 5/8" gravel and calcium chloride were applied to Acree Road. A portion of the Nelles Dilke Road was excavated then a filter mat and gravel fill was...
Restricted Fire Zone
Restricted fire zone was cancelled 12:01 am June 13 2025
Tax Sale July 18th 2025.
RESULTS Lake of the Woods and Dawson Tax Sales Results July 18 2025Download SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER - 2025saleDownload 2025 Tax Sale Information and RulesDownload Form 7 Dawson 2025Download Form 7 Lake of the Woods 2025Download 2025 Tax Sale Property...