Media Releases

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON – In late 2024, Council approved a Short Term Rental Accommodation Licensing By-law. To ensure that the licensing process is efficient, compliant, and user-friendly, and due to unexpected technical issues, at their March 2025 meeting Planning Committee recommended that the By-law be amended to reflect a revised implementation schedule.

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON – The Township is excited to announce that in partnership with the Windermere Community a new playground will be installed at the Windermere Village Hall Park and we want to hear your ideas to help guide the design! This project page will be used to get collect input on what you would like to see in the park.

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON –. As we transition to spring and temperatures begin to rise, the Township of Muskoka Lakes is preparing for the spring freshet season and are reminding property owners to take the necessary steps to ensure proper drainage, protect properties, and ensure personal safety is top of mind.

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON –. The fire season starts on April 1 and goes through until October 31 each year.

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON –. With a Flood Watch now in effect and rainfall in the forecast, the Township is making available for property owners sand, sandbags and shovels at the Glen Orchard Yard (3951 Muskoka Road 169, Port Carling, ON) and at the Muskoka Lakes Sports Park (3224 Muskoka Rd.

MUSKOKA LAKES, ON – On December 11, 2024, Township Council approved the 2025 Operating and Capital Budget and Forecast. The 2025 Budget has a net levy of $17,569,000, which represents an 8. 9% tax rate increase over 2024.