News

In order to better communicate notices related to District planning functions, going forward, all planning notices will be posted on the Land Development and Applications webpage. Be sure to click “Subscribe to page updates” located at the bottom right corner of the webpage in order to be notified of new planning notices. If you have any questions, please contact DM.pedinfo@muskoka.on.ca or 705-645-2100 Ext. 4259.

Did you know that the Muskoka Official Plan is being updated? To read more about the...

Friday, May 31, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) —The District of Muskoka is accepting applications for the 2024 IDEA Community Grant Program, a collaborative initiative with the IDEA Advisory Group. Grants aim to support local efforts to promote inclusion, diversity, equity, and anti-racism (IDEA).

To address specific needs within the community and support the advancement of IDEA principles in Muskoka, the 2024 IDEA Community Grant Program offers up to $2,500 through two funding streams:

Small Employer...

Partnership News Release – District of Muskoka and Town of Gravenhurst

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 (Gravenhurst, ON) - Construction and road closures for the Bay and Beyond infrastructure project in Gravenhurst are set to begin the week of June 3rd. James Street will be improved to serve as the designated detour route ahead of the first phase of construction on Bay Street, scheduled to start later that week. 

Construction Underway for Muskoka's Glen Orchard Paramedic Station 

In the fall of 2023, the Muskoka Watershed Council released the Muskoka Watershed Report Card. This document summarizes the most pressing issues for our local lakes, rivers and wetlands, and suggests several bioindicators for Muskoka. Bioindicators provide a way of documenting firsthand the effects of climate change on our ecosystems. These include the state of our forest and wildlife populations, the presence of algal blooms, the distribution of invasive species and diseases, and the concentrations...

TAKE NOTICE THAT: The District Municipality of Muskoka will hold a special meeting of Community and Planning Services Committee on:Date: Monday, June 17, 2024 Time: 9:00 AMLocation: Council Chambers, District of Muskoka Administration Building70 Pine Street, Bracebridge

NOTICE OF DECISION

APPROVAL OF A MINOR OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT
Pursuant to Subsection 17(35) of the Planning Act

Amendment No. 06 to the Official Plan of the Town of Gravenhurst
(Town of Gravenhurst – Alternate Notice Procedures)

A decision was made by the Director of Planning on April 30, 2024 to approve Amendment 06 to the
Official Plan of the Gravenhurst Official Plan, which was adopted by Town of Gravenhurst By-law 2024-
03. The Certificate of Approval, adopting By-law and Official Plan Amendment...

NOTICE OF DECISION

Pursuant to Subsection 17(35) of the Planning Act

Amendment 05 to the Town of Gravenhurst Official Plan
(Coulson)

A decision was made by the Director of Planning on April 30, 2024 to approve Amendment 05 to the
Official Plan of the Gravenhurst Official Plan, which was adopted by Town of Gravenhurst By-law 2024-
04. The Certificate of Approval, adopting By-law and Official Plan Amendment are attached hereto.

Purpose and Effect of the Official Plan Amendment

The purpose of this...

NOTICE OF DECISION 

APPROVAL OF STANDARD CONDOMINIUM DESCRIPTION
Pursuant to Subsection 51(37) of the Planning Act 

Standard Condominium File C2023-07 
(Muskoka Bay Resort – Condominium 2)

A decision was made by the Director of Planning to grant draft approval to Standard Condominium File C2023-07, on lands legally described as Part of Lots 23 & 24, Concession 2, Geographic Township of Muskoka, Town of Gravenhurst in the District of Muskoka. The draft Standard Condominium Description and Schedule A,...

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) – The District of Muskoka’s Engineering and Public Works department is inviting residents to learn more about how infrastructure, construction and operations staff keep critical services running safely and smoothly 24/7, 365 days a year. The first Public Works Palooza is set for Saturday, May 25, 2024 in recognition of National Public Works Week.

The theme this year is, 'advancing quality of life for all.' Residents can ask questions and see what trucks and...