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Media Release - Township Accepting Applications for Second Intake of Community Grants Program

MUSKOKA LAKES – A second intake for the Township of Muskoka Lakes 2021 Community Grant Program is now open for applicants as part of the municipality’s continuing efforts to support the community. The Township recognizes the valued contributions being provided through the volunteer efforts of community organizations and agencies on behalf of citizens. Municipal grants demonstrate Council’s commitment to working with groups which provide these beneficial programs, services, events or projects to the...

Mayor's Message | Canada Day 2021

I would like wish everyone a safe and healthy Canada Day.

There is no denying that some of our history is in fact shameful and though we cannot change the past,  we can change the future. This year Canada Day should be celebrated differently by acknowledging our past, and committing to reconcile and show greater respect to our Indigenous, and all communities that are part of the Canadian fabric. 

My personal pledge for the coming year is to acknowledge the truth about our past and...

Milford Bay Bridge Closure

Upcoming Milford Bay Bridge Closure

Date(s) Closure:  July 2021 - November 2021 
Reason for Closure:  Bridge Replacement

Commencing in the week of June 28, 2021 the Township through its contractor Hugo MB Contracting will be replacing the Milford Bay Bridge.

As a consequence it will be necessary to close Milford Bay Road to all traffic at the bridge. Access for local traffic will be provided from either side of the bridge between Butter & Egg Road and the west junction with...

Media Release - Multiple Muskoka Lakes Property Owners Charged

MUSKOKA LAKES – Following the issuance of Stop Work Orders, multiple property owners and their contractors have been charged under the Tree Preservation By-law and Site Alteration By-law. The charges involve three separate properties, two on Sugarloaf Island on Lake Joseph and the other on Brandy Lake. Orders to Remedy that require the submission of a satisfactory re-naturalization plan of disturbed areas were also issued.

The violations include altering the landscape and grade of the property in...

Media Release - Stop Work Order Issued on Two Lake Joseph Properties

MUSKOKA LAKES – Investigation into tree removal and site alteration occurring on an island located on Lake Joseph have resulted in Stop Work Orders issued on June 8, 2021 pursuant to the Township’s Site Alteration By-law and Tree Preservation By-law. The Township’s By-law Department continues to investigate the matter and will provide further updates as they become available.

If any further By-law contraventions are observed, the public is encouraged to submit a complaint through the Township’s website....