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Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) – The District’s curbside collection schedule will temporarily shift over the holiday season. There will be no curbside collection on Christmas Day (Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024) or New Year’s Day (Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025). For the weeks of Dec. 22 and Dec. 29 collection will move one day later for residents whose regular pickup days are Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday.

• Wednesday collections will shift to Thursday.
• Thursday collections will shift to Friday.
• Friday...

Monday November 25, 2024 (Muskoka, Ont.) — The District of Muskoka is recruiting volunteers for the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) ahead of the upcoming tax season.

The program, run in partnership with the Canada Revenue Agency, provides free tax preparation services for individuals, families, seniors, and people with disabilities with moderate income.

Filing an annual tax return is required to continue receiving government benefits, but some community members miss out on critical...

Friday, November 15, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) – The Canadian Union of Postal Workers are now on a nationwide strike. The strike will cause an interruption in postal service and will impact delivery of all mail and parcels. The District has made preparations to support residents, clients and customers who rely on postal services to access District services such as Ontario Works program support or for making water and sewer payments.

Ontario Works Clients:

During the mail disruption, please note

• we will...

As the air turns crisp and the leaves change colour, we know that winter is around the corner.  Muskoka has had a very warm September and October but as November rolls around the temperatures will get colder. There are many ways we can keep our homes warm and reduce our Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions at the same time. Below are a few tips to reduce your heating costs and emissions and get your home ready for winter, along with some money saving programs and grant opportunities to help you...

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the District Municipality of Muskoka passed district-wide Development Charges By-law No. 2024-34 on the 21^st day of October, 2024 under the Development Charges Act, 1997, S.O., 1997 c. 27, as amended;   

AND TAKE NOTICE that any person or organization may appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal under section 14 of the Development Charges Act, in respect of the District Municipality of Muskoka By-law, by filing with the Clerk (via regular mail or by emailing the Clerk at amy...

Friday, November 1, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - The District of Muskoka is excited to launch Phase 1 of the long-awaited Demand-Responsive Transit service on November 4, 2024.

October 25, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - The District of Muskoka is launching a public consultation to gather feedback as we explore the creation of a Municipal Services Corporation (MSC) for Muskoka Airport.

An MSC is a governance model that allows publicly owned entities like Muskoka Airport, to operate with more business-like flexibility. By transitioning to an MSC, the Airport could benefit from faster decision-making, increased capacity to attract private-sector investment, and the ability to adapt...

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - A Clear Commitment has been made in Muskoka. Starting in March 2025, Muskoka residents will be moving to a Clear Bag Program for curbside collection.

The Clear Bag Program requires residents to place garbage in a clear plastic bag instead of a black or green plastic bag. This simple change is an effective way to remind residents to keep organics and recyclables out of our one and only landfill, Rosewarne. By using clear bags for garbage, residents can...

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....