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Pedagogy of Care Conference
Posted on Friday, November 25, 2022 02:08 PM
District of Muskoka celebrates Child Care Educators and the Early Years Workforce
To provide the best early childhood experiences for our children, we must support those who care for them
Friday, November 25, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) – Early childhood experiences delivered by caring and knowledgeable individuals in the Child Care and Early Years sector have a positive impact on children’s learning, development, well-being and achievement in school and beyond. Positive interactions and thoughtful relationships...
On the Road to Reconciliation
Posted on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 02:17 PM
Muskoka Road 38’s new name expected to be unveiled in September 2023
Partnership news release with Township of Muskoka Lakes and Wahta Mohawks First Nation
November 22, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) - As part of the Muskoka Area Indigenous Leadership Table's strengthening Indigenous municipal relationships strategy, the District of Muskoka, Wahta Mohawks First Nation, and the Township of Muskoka Lakes are working on a collaborative approach to enrich the name of Muskoka Road 38, the road that...
Plowing and Clearing of District Roads Underway Across Muskoka
Posted on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 11:56 AM
Plowing and Clearing of District Roads Underway Across Muskoka:
Additional Resources Deployed As Winter Rolls Back into Muskoka
District road crews and our partners from the Area Municipalities and Fowler are hard at work clearing and plowing District roadways across Muskoka. Due to conditions, our winter maintenance operations are going a little slower than usual. We are deploying additional equipment, and existing trucks and plows will also extend their work to provide additional support...
District of Muskoka prepares for new District Chair
Posted on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 04:00 PM
Applications now closed – District Chair candidates announced
November 15, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) – The District of Muskoka’s seat for the Office of District Chair will soon be filled for the next four years. Applications opened earlier this spring - six (6) applications were received by the deadline at 4:00 p.m. today.
The following candidates have submitted nomination papers for the position:
- Curry Clifford
- Jeffrey Lehman
- Terry Pilger
- Howard Rosenthal
- Don Smith
- Tim Withey
A “Meet the Candidates” debate is...
Celebrating Children of Muskoka
Posted on Monday, November 14, 2022 09:23 AM
Monday, November 14, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) - In honour of National Child Day on Sunday, November 20, the District of Muskoka is sponsoring FREE swimming and skating events in each of our Area Municipalities through the week of November 19 – 25, 2022.
Saturday, November 19, 2022 – Let’s Swim!
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Gravenhurst YMCA
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm Huntsville Active Living Centre
Sunday, November 20, 2022 – Let’s Skate!
8:30 am – 10:20 am Baysville Arena
1:00 pm – 2:20 pm...
Muskoka Area Indigenous Leadership Table signs historic Friendship Accord
Posted on Monday, November 07, 2022 01:59 PM
November 7, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) – The strong relationships developed through the Muskoka Area Indigenous Leadership Table (MAILT) were celebrated on October 6, 2022, with the historic signing of the Muskoka Indigenous Leadership Table Friendship Accord.
With their eyes on the future, MAILT members gathered at The Chippewas of Rama First Nation territory for this historic signing event. The Chippewas of Rama First Nation was a fitting location for this signing event as the Chippewas of Rama First Nation...
Bracebridge brush disposal fees temporarily waived in wake of powerful winter storm on Thursday
Posted on Friday, October 21, 2022 08:50 AM
UPDATE: Chippable wood/brush fees are now reinstated for Bracebridge residents, as the tipping fee relief reached capacity on November 4, 2022 as outlined in the District bylaw.
Friday, October 21, 2022 (Bracebridge, ON) - Yesterday, Bracebridge experienced the first winter storm of the season. Along with challenging driving conditions, many community members experienced lengthy power outages. Today, while the lights – and thankfully the heat – are back, many residents in the Bracebridge...
Important Changes Coming Soon to Waste Collection
Posted on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 01:59 PM
Working together towards a better waste system for Muskoka
October 18, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) – Change is coming to curbside waste collection in Muskoka. Starting Monday, November 7, residents throughout the District will see a new curbside waste program launched improving our commitment to the environment. These changes are necessary to reach critical diversion goals and extend the life of Muskoka’s last landfill as Ontario’s landfills reach capacity.
“Responsibly managing waste is part of our...
Call for Volunteers - People Helping People: Community Volunteer Income Tax Clinics
Posted on Friday, October 14, 2022 11:13 AM
(October 13, 2022 – Muskoka, ON) The District Municipality of Muskoka is calling for volunteers to help support the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, in preparation for tax season.
This vital, free support service operates under the Canada Revenue Agency Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP), which offers free tax preparation services to individuals and families, seniors and persons with disabilities with low incomes. We rely on volunteers to offer their time to help and support...
Diggin’ Downtown Project Celebrated with Official Ribbon Cutting
Posted on Tuesday, October 04, 2022 05:00 PM
(Huntsville, ON) The Town of Huntsville and District of Muskoka celebrated the completion of the Diggin’ Downtown construction project today, with a formal ribbon cutting ceremony in downtown Huntsville. Members of Huntsville’s Town Council, District of Muskoka, community partners and project staff joined together on October 4, 2022, to celebrate the success of the largest construction project our community has experienced to date.
Huntsville’s Mayor, Karin Terziano, expressed her...
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