Dow People Place Demolition August 3/16 (Submitted Photo)Dow People Place Demolition August 3/16 (Submitted Photo)
Sarnia

New Centennial Park Stage Among August Building Permits

August was the busiest month so far this year for building activity in Sarnia.

City hall issued 75 permits during the month worth a total of $9.6-million, including $600,000 for a new performing arts stage at Centennial Park.

Through eight months the construction value for 2016 is now over $51-million compared to $47-million at this time last year.

August was also a very strong month for new home construction with 27 permits being issued for single family dwellings. The total, year-to-date, is now 108 compared to 81 in 2015.

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New military crosswalk rendering. (Image courtesy of the Sarnia Legion Branch 62)

New military crosswalk in Sarnia to be unveiled

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Members of the Sarnia Police Service entering a Tashmoo Avenue residence on June 4, 2026. (Photo courtesy of the Sarnia Police Service)

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