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Whether you prefer small communities, rural areas, country settings or stunning waterfront properties, the Township of Muskoka Lakes has it all. The municipality has encouraged positive growth, while at the same time has protected the character and natural beauty of the area.

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Community Groups and Organizations

  • Bala Meals of Wheels
  • Bala Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 424
  • Port Carling Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 529
  • Peninsula Lions Club of Minett
  • Lions Club of Port Carling
  • Windermere District Lions Club
  • Rotary Club of Bracebridge/Muskoka Lakes
  • Bala in Bloom
  • Port Carling Communities in Bloom -705-765-0593
  • Walker's Point Garden Diggers - 705-687-3258
  • Minettones and Grandsons of the Pioneer Choir - 705-765-1545
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of Muskoka
  • West Muskoka Food Bank
  • Muskoka Chautauqua
  • Windermere Women's Institute - 705-385-1442 - muskokawi@gmail.com

Local Clubs

  • Port Carling Curling Club
  • Bala Curling Club
  • Muskoka Snow Trails Association
  • Muskoka Rock Minor Hockey
  • Port Carling Figure Skating Club
  • Muskoka Lakes Soccer Club

Local Municipalities

  • District Municipality of Muskoka
  • Town of Bracebridge
  • Town of Gravenhurst
  • Town of Huntsville
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