Community, Events & Newsletters

The Township is seeking additional community input to help identify priorities for the $192,400 available through the Bala Community Reserve Fund.

Building on feedback received in 2025, this second survey seeks to help identify priority areas for additional enhancements in Bala, while complementing investments already planned through the Township’s 10-year Capital Plan.

Have your say by September 30, 2026, through Engage Muskoka Lakes or by written submission to the Township Municipal Office.

The flag raising recognizes the important work of Candlelighters Simcoe and provides an opportunity for the community to come together in support of children and families impacted by childhood cancer.

Event Details
Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Township of Muskoka Lakes Municipal Office (1 Bailey Street, Port Carling)
Flag raising will take place off Joseph Street.

A community event is planned for September 11 at 4:00 p.m. at Hanna Park. Join us in celebrating 25+ years of play, and many more to come.

Until further notice, the playground area will be closed as of September 14 to begin construction.

Explore the final design and follow along with the project here: www.engagemuskokalakes.ca/hanna-park-playground-rehabilitation

Join us on July 20 at 11:30 a.m. for a flag-raising ceremony with Muskoka Pride, recognizing Muskoka Pride Week.

If you're planning to build, repair, or replace a boathouse or complete shoreline improvements, recent updates to the Township of Muskoka Lakes' Sale of Shore Road Allowances and Road Allowances Policy may affect your project if you do not own your Original Shore Road Allowance (“OSRA”).

Find the updates and a helpful decision tree here!

Building on a legacy of community collaboration, the Township is seeking feedback on the draft design for the new Hanna Park Playground by Friday, July 24.

Review the design and submit feedback here: Hanna Park Playground Rehabilitation

In this issue:

• Swimming Registration (now open for the 2026 season)
• 2026 Community Guide Magazine
• You’re Invited: Muskoka Lakes Volunteer Appreciation Event (August 13)
• Upcoming Projects & Engagement Opportunities
• Around the Council Table (Muskoka Watershed Flooding Resolution)
• And more!

Event Details
Date: Thursday, August 13, 2026
Time: 5:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Milford Bay Community Centre (1020 Beaumaris Rd.)
Event Page: Our Community | Township of Muskoka Lakes

Swimming lesson registration for the 2026 season is now open! 

A variety of programs are available for participants of all ages and skill levels, with a focus on water safety, skill development, and building confidence in the water. 

The 2026 season runs from July 6 - August 28 at:

• Jaspen Park in Bala
• Baycliffe Park in Milford Bay

For full program details, schedules, and registration information, please visit: Swimming Program

This training is closed to the public. 

Members of the public may see an increased presence of fire personnel, along with visible smoke and related odours in the area of Port Carling during:

• Tuesday, Apr. 7 – Friday, Apr. 10 (4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)
• Saturday, Apr. 11 (8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.)
• Sunday, Apr. 12 (8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.)