Welcome to the Township of Dawson

An amalgamation of small townships, Dawson is located at the mouth of Rainy River and offers a whole host of outdoor entertainment including fishing, hunting and camping.

benjamin-davies-Zm2n2O7Fph4-unsplash

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

CBO BUILDING INSPECTOR POSITION

CBO BUILDING INSPECTOR POSITIONThe Township of Dawson and Township of Lake of the Woods are seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of CBO/Building Inspector. This is a part time position. Resumes will be received at the address below until October 31st...

Speed limit reduction By-law

Take notice that Dawson Council will at its Oct 2nd 2024 meeting consider a by-law to reduce the speed limit to 50km on the following road(s): Wilson Creek Road west from River Road and northerly on Oak Grove Road to the intersection with Beckman Road. Patrick W Giles...

Notice of Consent Application

Notice of Consent 34B2401 Meeting June 5th 2024 the application was provisionally approved June 5th 2024 provisional approval has been granted to this application Council Consent Notice 34B2401Download