Membership News
Blue-Green Algae Public Notice Lifted – December 14, 2022
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) would like to inform residents and visitors to the Township of Muskoka Lakes that additional laboratory analysis confirms the blue-green algae bloom impacting Three Mile Lake and Hammell’s Bay, Township of Muskoka Lakes has dissipated. Please be advised that the public health notice regarding precautions for blue-green algae issued on August 29, 2022,…
Read MoreAll Candidates Meeting September 24th 2022 – Port Carling Community Centre
The Muskoka Ratepayers' Association is sponsoring an All Candidates Meeting on Saturday, September 24th, 2022 starting at 10:00 AM sharp in the Port Carling Community Centre. This is your opportunity to hear directly from the candidates for all positions so that you can come to an informed opinion when you exercise your vote. You will have an opportunity to meet…
Read MoreMuskoka Votes on October 24, 2022
On October 24th you have the opportunity to elect the next Township of Muskoka Lakes Council. We urge you to vote! You can vote for the Mayor and for the Ward B Councillors. We have included the recommendations from the Muskoka Lakes Association (MLA Endorsement), but please do your own due diligence to determine your own choice of candidates. You…
Read MoreParks and Recreation Masterplan, July 19, 2022
On Wednesday, July 13, 2022, Council adopted the Parks and Trails Masterplan. The Parks and Recreation Master Plan will be used to assist in determining recreation, parks, trails and facilities requirements for the Township that, in conjunction with the Township’s Strategic Plan, will inform future investment and developments. The Plan will allow the Township to guide and manage the direction…
Read MoreLake Protection Workbook July 5, 2022
The Lake Protection Workbook was updated, and a second printing has happened! Now is the time for you to order your copies for your family and waterfront or cottage association. The “Lake Protection Workbook: A Self-Assessment Tool for Shoreline Property Owners” is an educational tool that helps property owners make improvements to their shorelines and provides information about lake protection.…
Read MoreTownship of Muskoka Lakes Announces Draft 3 of Official Plan – June 13, 2022
The Township is pleased to announce that staff and the consulting team will be bringing a report and Draft 3 of the Official Plan to a series of Special Planning Committee meetings commencing on June 20, 2022 at 9 am. This updated draft is based on all of the feedback received from the community and agencies from last fall’s Open Houses…
Read MoreNo Time To Waste – Recycle Right – Muskoka’s Roadmap to 60% Waste Diversion – June 9, 2022
June 9, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) – Recycling right makes a difference. When we recycle, it benefits the environment in several ways – material and natural resources are preserved, energy is saved during the manufacturing process, greenhouse gas emissions are reduced that contribute to climate change, and less waste is sent to our only landfill. At the same time, recycling markets…
Read MoreChanges could be coming to pleasure craft licensing in Canada | May 12, 2022
A recent article was written by Cottage Life magazine summarizing prospective changes to the pleasure craft license in Canada. If you operate a marine craft you might be interested to see those changes. Proposed changes to pleasure craft licensing include: Introducing a five-year validity period for pleasure craft licences (PCL). Expanding the Small Vessel Regulations to include all pleasure crafts equipped with…
Read MoreFire Danger Rating – Full Fire Ban – May 11, 2022
With a lack of sufficient rainfall and extremely dry conditions, the Muskoka Fire Chiefs have issued a total FIRE BAN for Muskoka. The Fire Rating is now set at EXTREME. No fires of any type are permitted. No fires are permitted for cooking or warmth. No fireworks are allowed. Conditions are being monitored and the ban will remain in effect…
Read MoreShea Road Public Boat Launch – May 3, 2022
The public boat launch located at 1194 Shea Road is in disrepair. This launch is managed by the township and unfortunately, no funds are available in the 2022 budget to repair the launch. The township is hopeful that funding becomes available in 2023 to make the necessary upgrades at the Shea Road location. The next closest boat launch is at…
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