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2023 Muskoka Community Grant Program - Applications for Pay it Forward and the Community Enhancement Fund Now Open!

Monday, March 6, 2023 (Bracebridge, ON) – The District of Muskoka (District) is excited to announce the launch of the 2023 Muskoka Community Grant program.

The District supports the enhancement of community well-being with a focus on improving a positive quality of life for our most vulnerable population. One way of helping to achieve this goal is through community-funded programs....

Tuesday, February 28, 2023 (Muskoka, ON) – You don’t have to travel far to drink some of the best-tasting tap water in the world. For Muskoka residents, award-winning water is only a few steps away – and comes right from their tap.

The District of Muskoka’s Public Works Department has won a silver medal in the Municipal Water Category at the Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting competition, and this is the first time the District has submitted an entry. Muskoka’s water sample was judged...

Changes Coming to Muskoka’s Waste Fees

February 28, 2023 (Muskoka, ON) – District of Muskoka Council approved staff recommendations to provide some assistance to families to meet new garbage limits.

Change has become necessary to Muskoka’s waste program to reduce garbage and extend the life of Muskoka’s one remaining landfill. At 34 per cent waste diversion, the District is struggling to meet diversion goals as top municipalities in the province recycle, reduce and divert over 60 per cent of...

Tax Season is Here …and So Are Free Income Tax Clinics!

February 28, 2023 (Bracebridge, ON) – With the 2023 tax-filing season upon us, the District of Muskoka is pleased to announce the return of the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP).

The CVITP is based on people helping people. The District registered with the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) and works with community partners and volunteers to host free tax clinics across Muskoka. Volunteers file tax returns for eligible people with a...

Monday February 6, 2023 (Muskoka, ON) – Muskoka’s economy can’t be fully understood without recognizing its large share of second homes.

“Second home owners make up over half of Muskoka’s households” said Arfona Zwiers, Commissioner of Community and Planning Services. “To better understand the role these homes and their residents play in our communities, we are asking second home owners to share their feedback and provide the District with vital information used to plan for Muskoka’s future”.

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Discover the beauty of Muskoka while doing what you love

Friday, February 3, 2023 (Muskoka, ON) – Muskoka Paramedic Services (MPS) is increasing opportunities for more permanent, part-time primary care paramedics to join the team. Applications are being accepted until February 15, 2023 – MPS brings unique opportunities for Paramedics to experience the rewards of working in paramedicine, while experiencing beautiful Muskoka.

"The part-time permanent positions are ideal for paramedics seeking a...

Monday, January 16, 2023 (Muskoka, ON) – The District Municipality of Muskoka’s Community and Planning Services Department is partnering with all 47 of Ontario’s Early Years and Child Care Service System Managers, to launch a province-wide marketing campaign.  The campaign, which launches today, is aimed at generating an increased understanding of, and support for, Ontario’s licensed child care sector.  “We know that quality early learning is the foundation for lifelong learning and successful...

Thursday, January 5, 2023 (Muskoka, ON) - Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in our community this year? Don’t miss two great opportunities to support Inclusivity, Diversity, Equality and Anti-racism (IDEA) in Muskoka in 2023.

Join the IDEA Advisory Group:

Muskoka District Council established the IDEA Advisory Group in 2020 to support its goal to become a more inclusive, diverse, equitable and anti-racist community and approved its Strategic Action Plan in March 2022.

The group...

January 3, 2023 (Muskoka, ON) –  The Significant Weather Event has been lifted for the District of Muskoka roads in the Township of Georgian Bay. 

The District of Muskoka has lifted the Significant Weather Event Declaration for all District roads, including the Township of Georgian Bay, as of January 3rd, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. The Significant Weather Event for the District of Muskoka was declared on December 23, 2022. As of 12:00 p.m. on December 31, 2022, the Significant Weather...

Declaration lifted for most District roads – Significant Weather Event remains in effect for the Township of Georgian Bay

December 31, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) - After multiple days of treacherous winter weather and significant snow accumulation, the Significant Weather Event (SWE) declared by the District of Muskoka has been lifted for all District roads outside of the Township of Georgian Bay, as of December 31, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. 

The SWE has been lifted for all District roads with the exception...