General News

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.)

The Wildland Fire Season runs annually from April 1 to October 31. Fire prevention is a shared responsibility. Be FireSmart, follow local Burning By-law 2023-034, and help keep Muskoka Lakes safe.

Residents and visitors can now access a dedicated local hotline and online form to report concerns, and an interactive map to verify licensed short-term rentals. 

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.