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Resort Policy Review for Muskoka – Public Working Sessions Scheduled and Survey Open

Posted on Thursday, May 06, 2021 10:26 AM

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The District Municipality of Muskoka is pleased to have resumed the Resort Policy Review project for Muskoka.  Lead by Meridian Planning Consultants Ltd., this project continues initial work from 2017 that was undertaken as part of the comprehensive review of the Muskoka Official Plan.

This project aims to update the policy framework to guide resort development and redevelopment across Muskoka in a way that is consistent with good planning principles.

Public Working Sessions Scheduled

Public...

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New heart attack protocol expands to Muskoka

Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2021 11:39 AM

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May 4, 2021 – Heart attack patients in Muskoka now have access to the ‘gold standard’ of care thanks to the Simcoe Muskoka Code STEMI Protocol.

Starting today, residents with heart attack symptoms who present to Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) Emergency Departments in either Bracebridge or Huntsville or who call 911 may now be transported by Muskoka Paramedic Services directly to Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) in Barrie for their lifesaving treatment....

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Tell Us About Your Lake: Causation Study Surveys Underway for 5 Lakes in Muskoka

Posted on Thursday, April 29, 2021 11:57 AM

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Surveys launched for Bass Lake, Echo Lake, Leonard Lake, Stewart Lake, and Three Mile Lake

The District Municipality of Muskoka has launched public surveys for each of the 5 lakes currently undergoing a causation study in Muskoka. The goal of the surveys is to gather information on lake use and observations of water quality, and how it has changed over time.

We know that residents, visitors, businesses, and others who use the lakes for recreational purposes (stakeholders) have important knowledge...

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Spring Waste Management Update

Posted on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 03:43 PM

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As we stay at home and put the health and safety of our community first, here are some waste management updates from the District you need to know this spring.


Weekly Garbage Collection Begins

Starting the week of May 2, 2021, garbage is collected every week. Blue box recycling and green bin (urban areas) continue to be collected weekly. There are no changes to your collection day.

To find your collection schedule, download a calendar and learn more, visit www.muskokarecycles.ca. Download our...

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Bridge Upgrades in Bala Start Next Week

Posted on Friday, April 23, 2021 02:15 PM

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Beginning the week of April 26, 2021, work is planned to improve the Bala Creek Bridge on Muskoka Road 169 near River Street (locally known as the Mill Stream Bridge) in the Bala community.

Single-lane traffic will be in place until the end of June as we repair the bridge structure, repave the driving surface and widen the sidewalks.

What’s Happening?

Bridges are important structures that connect our communities. Regular maintenance and upgrades prevent problems, unplanned bridge closures and other...

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District Celebrates Earth Day with Launch of Community-wide Greenhouse Gas Initiative

Posted on Thursday, April 22, 2021 09:05 AM

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The District of Muskoka (District) is excited to celebrate Earth Day 2021 with the launch of an extensive community-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) initiative that will engage community groups, businesses, area municipalities, utility companies, and schools to raise awareness of climate change causes and impacts, and explore ways that we can work together across sectors and communities in Muskoka to reduce emissions.   The District is a partner in the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM)...

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Ontario Protecting the Health of the Muskoka River Watershed

Posted on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 05:19 PM

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News Release issued by the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks, Province of Ontario - April 20, 2021

The Ontario government is investing more than $4.25 million to further protect the Muskoka River Watershed. The funding will support projects that will help safeguard the region from environmental pressures, such as severe weather and flooding, while also improving the health of the watershed, a key commitment in the Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan.
“The Muskoka Region...

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Emergency Child Care Update – Work Eligibility List Confirmed by Province

Posted on Thursday, April 15, 2021 01:12 PM

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In follow up to the District’s announcement earlier today regarding the District accepting pre-applications for Emergency Child Care (ECC), the Province has now released the worker eligibility list confirming those who are eligible to apply for ECC. All pre-applications received will now be classified as official applications effective immediately.

A full listing of workers eligible for ECC has been posted to the Province of Ontario website at the following link: ECC Eligibility List

Examples of...

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Muskoka Has a Job for You! 2021 Virtual Job Fair Coming Next Week

Posted on Thursday, April 15, 2021 11:03 AM

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Hiring managers in Muskoka are looking to fill many positions available in Muskoka and are encouraging Job Seekers to join them next Thursday, April 22 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. at our 2021 Muskoka Virtual Job Fair .  Sectors participating in the job fair include:

  • Construction
  • Retail
  • Tourism
  • Restaurants
  • Municipal sectors

To view a full list of employers that will be attending this job fair, visit: www.muskoka.on.ca/virtualjobfair

How can you attend the job fair?

Everyone is welcome to attend the job fair to...

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Pre-Applications for Emergency Child Care in Muskoka

Posted on Thursday, April 15, 2021 09:32 AM

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Pre-Applications for Emergency Child Care in Muskoka

On Monday, April 12, the Premier announced that schools would remain closed to in-person learning after the spring break.  Students enrolled in publicly-funded schools across Muskoka will now be engaged in virtual learning effective Monday, April 19, 2021.

The District Municipality of Muskoka is currently working with operators, school boards, the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, and the Province to make ECC spaces available in Gravenhurst,...

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