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June 2023 Planning Notices

Committee of Adjustment - June 12, 2023

A Committee of Adjustment meeting will be held on June 12, 2023 at 9:00 a.m., in a hybrid format, both in person and electronically from the Council Chambers, Municipal Offices, Port Carling, Ontario.

View the June 12, 2023 Committee of Adjustment Meeting Webcast. 

A link to participate in the electronic version of the June 12, 2023 Committee of Adjustment Public Hearing will be included in the Agenda. View Instructions for how to participate in the electronic...

Fire Danger Rating is Now Set to MODERATE - May 25, 2023

The fire danger rating is set to MODERATE. 

Under a Moderate fire danger rating, small fires and fireworks are permitted, with the exclusion of flying lanterns. Residents are reminded that no daytime burning is allowed and to use extreme caution at all times.

Burn permits will be available for purchase. Permits are required between April 1 and October 31.

For the up to date Fire Rating please call: 1-877-847-1577.

Media Release - May Long Weekend Reminders 2023

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON – With the May Long Weekend upon us, and summer just around the corner, here are a few reminders for residents and visitors.

Fire Danger Rating

Due to drying conditions in the area, the Muskoka Association of Fire Chiefs have raised the fire danger rating to HIGH, meaning extreme caution must be taken with all open flames.  At this time, no daytime burning is allowed, and no burn permits will be sold.  For after-hour reporting, please fill out the Report a Concern form on the...

Fire Danger Rating is Now Set to HIGH - May 11, 2023

Due to drying conditions in the area, the Muskoka Asssociation of Fire Chiefs have raised the fire danger rating to High. 

Extreme caution must be taken with all open flames.

No daytime burning is allowed. Burn permits will not be sold.

Fireworks are prohibited in Muskoka Lakes when the rating is set to High or Extreme.

For the up to date Fire Rating please call: 1-877-847-1577.

Media Release - Muskoka Lakes Celebrates Emergency Preparedness Week

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON – Emergency Preparedness Week in Canada takes place May 7-13, 2023. This year’s theme is Be Prepared. Know Your Risks. The intent of the theme is to encourage Canadians to understand the risks in their area and learn what actions they can take to protect themselves and their families.

The Muskoka Lakes Fire Department will be sharing emergency preparedness resources and reminders throughout the week through their social media channels.

Emergency Preparedness Week is a national...