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Media Release - Hike the Lakes Returns This May

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON – The Township of Muskoka Lakes is pleased to announce that the Hike the Lakes Scavenger Hunt will once again be running during the month of May. The contest provides participants 10 chances to win 1 of 10 $100 gift certificates to a local business of choice.

“We are excited to once again offer the Hike the Lakes contest this year,” said Mayor Kelley. “Hike the Lakes focuses on the Township’s outdoor natural and recreational assets, promotes physical activity and wellness, and...

Media Release - Spring Freshet Update #5 – April 26, 2023

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON – While the Township remains under a Flood Warning until April 28, water levels have stabilized, and are beginning to recede.  

Residents are encouraged to continue to take precautions to protect their property until the water recedes to normal levels. The Township continues to recommend that items close to the water’s edge and in the lower levels of boat houses be secured in order to prevent damage. It is further recommended that you disconnect boathouses from the electrical supply...

Media Release - Spring Freshet Update #4 – April 21, 2023

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON – The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry advises that lakes across the Township, including the Moon River, will remain under a Flood Warning until April 28.

While water levels on Lake Rosseau have stabilized, Lake Muskoka is expected to continue to slowly rise and peak over the course of the weekend.  Accordingly, flows into the Bala Reach are expected to moderate over the next 24-72 hours. However, the significant amount of rain forecasted over the weekend may delay this...

May 2023 Planning Notices

Committee of Adjustment - May 8, 2023

A Committee of Adjustment meeting will be held on May 8, 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 May 8, 2023 Committee of Adjustment Meeting Webcast. 

A link to participate in the electronic version of the May 8, 2023 Committee of Adjustment Public Hearing will be included in the Agenda. View Instructions for how to participate in the electronic version...

Media Release - Spring Freshet Update #3 – April 19, 2023

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON – Further to the unseasonably warm temperatures last week runoff increased to local lakes and rivers, Muskoka Lakesremains under a Flood Warning as declared by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry on April 14.

Although water levels in communities in upstream locations have peaked and begun receding, water levels on Lake Muskoka, Lake Rosseau Lake Joseph and the Moon River continue to rise and are expected to do so throughout the week. Lower-lying areas susceptible to...