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COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) Information and Updates

To help minimize the spread of COVID-19 and to help protect the public and staff, all Township facilities will be closed to public access until further notice.

Township services will continue to be offered online through the Township website, email and over the phone where possible. 

Visit our website for all updates on changes to Township services, programs and/or facilities: muskokalakes.ca/covid19

The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit is closely monitoring COVID-19. For current...

A Message from Muskoka’s Mayors and the District Chair to all our Residents

A message from Muskoka’s Mayors and the District Chair to all our residents. Read the full message here.

Message to Muskoka Residents

A Message from Muskoka’s Mayors and the District Chair 
to all our Residents

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Dear Friends and Neighbours,
This global pandemic is affecting all of our lives in ways that none of us could have imagined. It is our hope that this writing finds each of you and your families well and committed to continuing the great work you have all been doing in fighting the spread of this insidious virus. Through your efforts, our Muskoka communities have remained relatively safe and healthy...

Media Release - Windermere Beach and Dock Closed Due to Fuel Spill

MUSKOKA LAKES – The Township of Muskoka Lakes has closed the Windermere Beach and all dock slips east of the Windermere pavilion until further notice due to a small fuel spill from a sunken vessel. Public docking remains available on the west side of the pavilion.

The Canadian Coast Guard and Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) are monitoring the on-going clean-up. The Township will consider the advice of the SMDHU and reopen the area when it is safe to do so. The SMDHU is advising that private...

COVID-19 Drive Through Testing Across District of Muskoka

Via District of Muskoka Media Release:
Muskoka COVID-19 Drive-Through Testing for Long-Term Care Home, Retirement Home, Other Congregate Living Setting Visits and Most Other Requirements

Community Paramedics in Muskoka are now testing for COVID-19 if you are COVID Asymptomatic and Require a test to visit a long-term care home, retirement home, other congregate living setting visits and most other requirements

July 10, 2020 (Muskoka, ON) -- Testing will be done at drive-through locations in that...