Northumberland County is an upper-tier level of municipal government that weaves together seven distinct, yet complementary municipalities:
The mayors of each of the seven municipalities form Northumberland County Council.
Indigenous Land Acknowledgment
Northumberland County is located on the traditional territory of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg. Northumberland County Council, Committee and public meetings begin with a land acknowledgment to recognize and show respect to the traditional keepers of this land – Indigenous peoples who first lived, and currently live, on the land where we live and work.
Our vision
To bring together people, partnerships and possibilities for a strong and vibrant Northumberland County.
Our mission
To be a best practices leader of County government, and a collaborative partner with our member municipalities and community partners.
Our values
Our values guide us toward our goals and unite us along the way. In all of our actions and decision-making, we reference these values:
Accountability
Care and Support
Collaboration and Communication
Honesty and Integrity
Innovation and Excellence
Mutual Trust and Respect
Our Strategic Plan