Update #11 State of Emergency Flooding 2026 on April 21, 2026

For Immediate Release                                                               

Minden, Ontario
April 21, 2026
2:00 PM
Release # 26-39

Subject: Update #11 State of Emergency Flooding 2026 on April 21, 2026 

The Township of Minden Hills remains in a State of Emergency in response to the flood conditions and the impacts to our community and infrastructure.  

Fluctuating Water Levels

Water levels in the Minden watershed continue to fluctuate. The Township will work with MNR and Parks Canada in monitoring water levels and conditions over the next two weeks. 

Bridge Closures

Bridges in downtown Minden remain closed this includes the Sunnybrook Bridge (Bobcaygeon Road vehicle and pedestrian bridge) and the Loggers Footbridge (pedestrian bridge near Canadian Tire). These bridges will remain closed until further notice. Bridge inspections have been scheduled for this week and updates will be provided. 

Detours options with the closure of the Sunnybrook Bridge / Access the Evacuation Centre (55 Parkside St., Minden) 

Map - Detour 1 Deep Bay Road
Detour details:

From Minden - Bobcaygeon Road to Deep Bay Road to Highway 35

To Minden - Highway 35 to Bobcaygeon Road

Map - Detour 2 Scotch Line Road
Detour details:

Highway 35 to Scotch Line Road

Scotch Line Road to Bobcaygeon Road 

Evacuation Centre Transitions to Warming Centre (Hours Adjusting)

The Evacuation Centre will transition to a Warming Centre and will be located upstairs in the Community Centre operating 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily (as of April 21, 2026) at the S.G. Nesbitt Memorial Arena (55 Parkside St., Minden). 

The Warming Centre is open today, Tuesday, April 21, 2026 until 8:00 p.m. 

There will be signage placed at the facility to direct people to the area. The Warming Centre will continue to offer shower facilities, refreshments, as well as spots for charging devices (bring your cables) during the hours 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily. 

Other Resources Available:

• If there is immediate danger at any time, call 911.
• Anyone needing assistance with evacuation should contact the municipality during business hours via email. If there is an emergency, contact 911.
• Call 988 for Mental Health Assistance available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
• Call 811 for Non-Urgent Medical Assistance – connect with a Registered Nurse Day or Night. 

Public Inquiries

We ask the community to direct flood related questions to the Public Inquiry Centre via email or call 705-286-1260. Visit our website for up-to-date information at www.mindenhills.ca/news. 

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Contact Information:

Township of Minden Hills
Public Inquiry Centre
Email or call 705-286-1260