General News

Water rescue training will be conducted at Windsor Park in Bala on July 4 to 5 and July 11 to 12, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and July 10 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Over the two weekends, residents and visitors can expect an increased presence of fire apparatuses and emergency personnel in and around this area. Members of the public are asked to stay clear of training areas and follow any posted signage or direction from on-site personnel.

For fire and emergency services in Muskoka Lakes, visit muskokalakes.ca

Recent updates to the Community Improvement Plan expands funding opportunities for housing developments and business improvement projects. The Summer 2026 intake closes July 31.

For program details, eligibility and how to apply, visit: Community Improvement Plan (CIP)

In these Council and Committee Highlights you will find a monthly digest of featured news and updates coming out of the Council and Committee meetings.

Residents and visitors are urged to continue taking necessary precautions to reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires. Click here to learn about being FireSmart at home.

New Rating (HIGH) – what this means:

• Daytime burning is prohibited, including all contractor fires
• All current open-air fire permits are suspended, and no new permits will be issued
• Fireworks are strictly prohibited, and any display firework permits are void
• Small, confined fires are permitted in the evening (6 p.m. until 8 a.m. the following morning) without a permit, use extreme caution with fires 

For more information on fire and emergency services in Muskoka Lakes visit: Fire and Emergency Services

As always in an emergency, please call 9-1-1. 

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

In these Council and Committee Highlights you will find a monthly digest of featured news and updates coming out of the Council and Committee meetings.

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

Starting the week of April 27, roadside brushing will take place on select Township roadways to improve sightlines and support road safety. Work is expected to be completed in early June.

In these Council and Committee Highlights you will find a monthly digest of featured news and updates coming out of the Council and Committee meetings.

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.)