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Doing Business Here

The Township of Muskoka Lakes is committed to supporting investment and business development in our communities. We provide a healthy environment for new and existing businesses to thrive.

View our Economic Development Strategy to find out more. 

footprint of building being built

Construction Value

Muskoka Lakes has the largest construction value for building permits in the District of Muskoka (over $80 million) according to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

A steamship parked at the Windermere Dock

Largest Property Assessment Value

Muskoka Lakes has the largest assessment base in the District of Muskoka: over $8 billion according to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.

A motorboat driving across a lake

High-end Brand Associations

Throughout Ontario and the northeastern U.S.A, Muskoka Lakes contains many high-end brand associations, including Cottage Country and Hamptons of the North.

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Population Growth

Muskoka Lakes has a permanent population of 7,600 and a seasonal population estimated at 26,000: the largest permanent and seasonal population in the District.
A Muskoka chair on the Bala Town Dock

Tourism

A popular tourism destination, Muskoka Lakes is home to well-known resorts such as JW Marriott, Clevelands House, The Muskokan, Windermere House, Touchstone, Shamrock Lodge and Sherwood Inn.

Hovering water board at a lake with lots of people watching

Community Improvement Plan

Priority areas/projects for revitalization and financial incentive programs (grants and loans) to encourage private sector development.

Venture Muskoka

The Township of Muskoka Lakes is “Open for Business”. With business opportunities available to help support a permanent and seasonal population of 34,000 and the perfect lifestyle of rest, relaxation and play, there is no other place to live and do business. Imagine your business in Muskoka Lakes by visiting visiting Venture Muskoka.

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