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Muskoka, ON – How should Muskoka manage and pay for waste over the next 30 years? The District of Muskoka is taking an important step in answering that question as Council prepares to review recommended options for the Solid Waste Master Plan (SWMP) on June 15. 

The SWMP is a long-term roadmap that will help guide waste management decisions from 2026 to 2056. The plan looks at ways to reduce waste, increase diversion from the Rosewarne...

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The transitional housing development is part of the District’s Big Move on Housing, a $30 million investment to accelerate housing initiatives and reduce homelessness across Muskoka.

“This project is about more than bricks and mortar. It’s about...

Construction scheduled to begin in Port Carling and Bala as early as June

Muskoka, ON -- The District of Muskoka will be installing three new pedestrian crossings in the Township of Muskoka Lakes to make its roads safer and more accessible for all. 

About the Pedestrian Crossing in Port Carling

A pedestrian crossing with overhead signs and bright flashing lights will be installed at Muskoka Road 118 (Frank Miller Memorial Route) near Stephen Road in Port Carling. Construction is scheduled to start as early as June and the

The District of Muskoka is inviting residents and visitors to get an up-close look at the trucks, equipment, and people who help keep Muskoka running every day at the third annual Public Works Palooza.

This free, family-friendly event celebrates National Public Works Week and gives residents a behind-the-scenes look at the essential services delivered by the District's Engineering and Public Works team.

This year's theme, Rooted in Service, Powered by Community, reflects the important work carried...

The first year of our Muskoka Climate Youth Advisory Council is wrapping up, and the District is very proud of the work done by the Youth Council members. So much has been accomplished over this first year of the Youth Council!

Seven teenagers from four Muskoka area high schools made up the first cohort of the Youth Council. These members ranged from grades 10-12 and brought a variety of experiences and interests to the council. Youth joined the Council to deepen their understanding of our changing climate, take...

Muskoka, ON – The District Municipality of Muskoka has launched the Watershed Resilience Action Program (WRAP), a new funding program to help local lake groups protect and improve water quality. Applications open on Jun. 1. 

The program will support projects led by lake associations and community stewardship groups across Muskoka. It is part of the District’s updated Muskoka Water Strategy and responds to public feedback asking for more support for local watershed work.

WRAP is meant to help groups...