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...

December 29, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) – The Significant Weather Event for the District of Muskoka remains in effect on December 29, 2022.

As warmer temperatures are expected this weekend, the District and partner municipalities are monitoring the forecast and taking additional precautions as this transition in weather begins.

The Weather: What’s Happening

The holiday snowstorm brought significant snowfall and heavy snowpack to Muskoka – when melting and warmer temperatures follow, this rapidly increases...

December 27, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) - The Significant Weather Event for the District remains in effect on December 27, 2022. Snow removal efforts have continued throughout Muskoka since declaring a Significant Weather Event on December 23, 2022. Our partner municipalities received a significant amount of snowfall over the last four days - we continue to work together to ensure the plows can operate safely, given the conditions and challenges. 

More snowfall is forecast across Muskoka today, however,...

December 26, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) - The District of Muskoka and partner municipalities are encouraging families to clear 911 signs, so property numbers are visible, and be a “Hydrant Hero” in their neighbourhoods this winter.

As we continue shovel, snowblow and take a few moments to catch our breath – we recognize that this is the most significant snowfall in our memory. District crews are calling this holiday season the “2022 Muskoka SnowGlobe”.

Snow has completely covered, and buried us in Muskoka....

Significant Weather Event – Update: December 25, 2022

December 25, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) - Snow removal efforts have continued throughout Muskoka since declaring a Significant Weather Event on December 23, 2022. Our partner municipalities received a significant amount of snowfall over the last two days - we continue to work together to ensure the plows can operate safely, given the conditions and challenges. 

Potential Impact to Solid Waste Collection 

Crews are out clearing the way for property...

Significant Weather Event remains in effect for the District of Muskoka

December 25, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) - Snow removal efforts have continued throughout Muskoka since declaring a Significant Weather Event on December 23, 2022. Our partner municipalities received a significant amount of snowfall over the last two days - we continue to work together to ensure the plows can operate safely, given the conditions and challenges.

We’re out there – please be patient.

Plowing and snow removal activities continue...

December 23, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) – Significant volumes of snow accumulation and chances of flash freezes and freezing rain have triggered a Significant Weather Event to be issued by the District of Muskoka for all District roads.

The Significant Weather Event was declared this evening, December 23, 2022 for areas throughout Muskoka – officials will advise when the Significant Weather Event has been lifted.  

What is a Significant Weather Event?

A Significant Weather Event (SWE) is defined...

December 19th, 2022 (Bracebridge, ON) – The construction and safety improvements to Santa's Village Road (Muskoka Road 15) in Bracebridge have concluded for the 2022 season.

Construction crews will return in spring, 2023 to complete the ‘finishing touches’ on the road, including final paving, improvements to driveways, landscaping and restoration.

We’re almost done – we need to push some items to 2023 when the snow is gone, so we can finish landscaping and ensure property owners are satisfied.

Thursday, December 15, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) – We know you have things to do and places to go - life doesn’t stop when it snows. With winter weather already here in Muskoka, crews from the District and our partner municipalities are ready to respond this winter season to keep you moving safely.  

We have a coordinated snow and ice-clearing plan that prioritizes the safety and movement of our community. This includes joint patrol of roadways 24 hours a day, monitoring weather forecasts and tracking...