Rebuilding Begins for Kawartha Home Hardware in Lakefield Following 2025 Fire
/By Scott Arnold
More than a year after a fire destroyed its historic Queen Street building, Kawartha Home Hardware has officially broken ground on its next chapter.
A groundbreaking ceremony marked the start of rebuilding at the former Kawartha Home Hardware site in Lakefield. (photo via instagram @kawarthahomehardware)
Kawartha Home Hardware has reached milestone in its return to Lakefield, officially breaking ground on the rebuilding of its former location at 24 Queen Street.
The historic building was destroyed by a fire on October 9th, 2025, and had to be demolished.
The groundbreaking marks the beginning of a new chapter for the business, which shared its excitement and gratitude online for the support it has received throughout the process.
Mayor Sherry Senis joined the celebration for one of her final official duties as Mayor, alongside Deputy Mayor Ron Black and Mark Wilson of MVW Construction, the company bringing the rebuilding project to life. Members of Council and the Township were also on hand along with supporters.
"This day has been a long time coming," the business shared on social media, adding “we are so excited for what’s ahead and can’t wait to watch this project take shape and bring us one step closer to being home again.”
A ceremonial shovel hits the ground at 24 Queen Street as Kawartha Home Hardware officially begins rebuilding following last October’s fire. (photo via instagram @kawarthahomehardware)
