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Revised Notice of Decision 

Modification and Approval as Modified of an Area Official Plan
Pursuant to Subsection 17(35) of the Planning Act
Official Plan of the Township of Muskoka Lakes

A decision was made by Muskoka District Council on November 20, 2023 to modify and approve as modified the Official Plan of the Township of Muskoka Lakes, which was adopted by Township of Muskoka Lakes By-law No. 2022-171 and amended by Township Resolution PLN-7-14/09/23.

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023 (Muskoka, ON) – Muskoka is continuing to enhance access to high-quality and affordable child care for families through the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement (CWELCC).

In line with the provincial framework, the District will create an additional 373 CWELCC spaces in Muskoka by the end of 2026 and is continuing to make progress in increasing capacity and bringing on new operators.

Glen Orchard Public School Expansion

On November 3, 2023, the District was...

To drive action to reduce carbon emissions in Muskoka, we all have a role to play. This month’s Climate Corner Newsletter is celebrating and promoting a local tool made by Climate Action Muskoka (CAM) called the Community Carbon Challenge (CCC). This tool was created to help individuals, families, and businesses get started on reducing their carbon footprint. The focus of this challenge is to drive individual action in Muskoka. Participating in this challenge is a great first step in lowering...

December 5, 2023 (Muskoka, ON) – As we prepare for the holidays, it's easy to get swept up in the festivities. Have you taken a moment to glance at your curbside collection schedule for the upcoming weeks? The holidays are all about creating memories - the District of Muskoka is helping to make the weeks ahead as seamless as possible.  

Changes are coming to waste collection over the holidays, here’s what you need to know.

Curbside Collection Day Changes: 'Tis the Season for a Temporary Shift

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Partnership News Release 

Monday, December 4, 2023 (Gravenhurst, ON) – The underground water and wastewater pipes running beneath our roads in Gravenhurst have been serving residents and businesses since 1944.  

‘Bay Street and Beyond’ is a partnership project with the District of Muskoka and Town of Gravenhurst, set to begin next year.

This is more than just a construction project; it’s a commitment to safeguarding and maintaining the underground critical services we depend on every day and ensure...

Tuesday, November 14, 2023 (Muskoka, ON) – Children and youth make up a quarter of our population and 100% of our future. In honour of National Child Day on Monday, November 20, the District of Muskoka is sponsoring free swim and skate events in each of Muskoka’s Area Municipalities – learn more below:   

Friday November 17 – Swim or Skate!

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm   Bracebridge Sportsplex - Swim

7:10 pm – 8:30 pm   Mac Tier Arena - Skate

Friday November 24 – Swim or Skate!

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm    Huntsville...

Do you own or work at a business or organization in Muskoka? If so, check out this Month’s Climate Corner Newsletter below to learn how and why you should become a climate conscious business!

The community and your customers are becoming more environmentally conscious, and businesses in Muskoka should too! As the awareness and interest in climate change and sustainability increases among residents and visitors to Muskoka, it is a smart business decision to operate your business in a more...

Heat pumps are versatile home appliances that can both heat and cool a residence using electricity rather than fossil fuels, replacing traditional heating systems and even acting as an air conditioner. Heat pumps are highly efficient and can reduce monthly energy costs of the average home by up to 65%. Importantly, heat pumps result in significant environmental benefits as they reduce reliance on fossil fuels and subsequently reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Heat pumps operate by transferring...