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In an emergency, getting to you quickly and safely is our top priority.

Thursday, September 26, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - As part of the Muskoka Paramedic Services 10-Year Master Plan, the District is taking important steps to improve emergency services across Muskoka. The 10-Year Plan responds to Muskoka’s unique and growing needs and supports faster, stronger, and more responsive care for our communities.

As the plan progresses, residents can expect improved paramedic services across the District....

Notice of 2025 Development Charges By-Law Adoption

Commensurate with the provisions of the Development Charges Act, 1997 (D.C.A.), the District of Muskoka (District) has undertaken a Development Charges Background Study (D.C.B.S.) and has distributed the study and draft by-law to the public. The following provides a summary of the key dates in the Development Charges (D.C.s) by-law process:

•  July 18, 2024 – Release D.C.B.S. and draft by-law;
• August 8, 2024 – Public Meeting of Council;
• September 16,...

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 (Huntsville, ON) – The District of Muskoka is pleased to announce that the Honourable Kinga Surma, Minister of Infrastructure along with MPP Graydon Smith, visited the Mountview Wastewater Treatment Plant in Huntsville on Wednesday, September 11th to announce new funding. As part of the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund, this investment will support essential wastewater infrastructure improvements in the District of Muskoka, paving the way for the development of...

September 17, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - The District of Muskoka is taking steps to improve the way we think about how waste is managed by considering how we can become more sustainable in our practices. In response to recent trends, rising costs and environmental impacts, Muskoka is undertaking a comprehensive Solid Waste Master Plan (SWMP) to plan for the next 30 years.

Recognizing that there was no time to waste, the District started the future planning process by completing a Waste Strategy in...

Thursday, August 15, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - A few weeks ago, District Council endorsed by motion the work I've been doing to assist with the capital redevelopment plans for Muskoka Algonquin Health Care. For many months, I've been speaking with hospital staff and members of the Board, physicians from both north and south Muskoka, and community representatives from all parts of the District. I'm more convinced than ever of the importance of the project, the need for the service model to evolve to...

The District of Muskoka’s IDEA Advisory Group is bringing diversity and inclusivity training to small businesses.

Thursday, July 25, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - In an effort to ensure workplaces in Muskoka are free from discrimination, the IDEA Advisory Group (IAG) is offering complimentary diversity and inclusion training for small employers, led by subject matter experts. This series of virtual workshops is structured for employers with 20 or fewer employees looking to build their knowledge in...

Notice of Public Meeting

On Thursday, August 8, 2024, Muskoka District Council will hold a public meeting, pursuant to section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended, to present and obtain public input on the municipality’s proposed development charges (D.C.) by-law and underlying background study.

All interested parties are invited to attend the public meeting of Council and any person who attends the meeting may make representations relating to the proposed D.C. by-law and...

Thursday, July 18, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - The District of Muskoka is inviting residents and property owners to participate in our Budget Priorities Survey to help inform our 2025 Budget. This new survey will help us better understand what matters most to our residents and guide our efforts in addressing community needs. Whether you live in Muskoka or own property here, your feedback is important in shaping our budget priorities for a sustainable future.

Why Your Input Matters

The District provides...

Meeting Deepest Need is Central to Muskoka's Big Move on Housing: The District of Muskoka 2024-2029 Affordable and Attainable Housing Investment Framework.

July 15, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) — Construction of a new building at 100 Pine Street in Bracebridge will start soon, creating 44 new affordable housing units for low-income individuals. The building will feature 11 studio apartments and 33 one-bedroom units, with rents expected to range from $550-$950/month. Fourteen of the 44 new units will be...