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Celebrating Fairvern and Looking to the Future
Posted on Monday, July 04, 2022 12:05 PM
(Muskoka, ON) - On June 30, staff, residents, board members, representatives of District and Town of Huntsville Councils, and Friends of Fairvern gathered to celebrate a significant milestone as Fairvern transitioned operations to become part of the District of Muskoka’s Health Services Long-Term Care Division.
“Long-term care is essential to our communities in Muskoka, and Fairvern is a tremendous home we are proud to have as a part of the District,” said District Chair John Klinck.
“Thank...
Fighting Fatbergs
Posted on Thursday, June 30, 2022 10:22 AM
Fighting Fatbergs: District Reminds Residents of the Importance of the 3 P’s
Only flush the 3 P’s: pee, poo and toilet paper – and never pour fats, oils and grease down the drain
June 30, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) - Every time you flush the toilet, take a shower or wash the dishes, you send wastewater down the drain to the District of Muskoka’s sewer system. This network of underground pipes, through gravity and a series of pumping stations, carries the wastewater...
No Time To Waste - Recycle Right - Muskoka's Roadmap to 60% Waste Diversion
Posted on Thursday, June 09, 2022 01:24 PM
June 9, 2022 (Muskoka, ON) – Recycling right makes a difference. When we recycle, it benefits the environment in several ways – material and natural resources are preserved, energy is saved during the manufacturing process, greenhouse gas emissions are reduced that contribute to climate change, and less waste is sent to our only landfill.
At the same time, recycling markets have become much more strict about the quality of the recycling materials they accept – it's time to throw out bad recycling...
2022 Muskoka Community Grant Program - Applications Now Being Accepted for PIF and CE Fund
Posted on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 12:10 PM
May 31, 2022 (Bracebridge, ON) – The District of Muskoka (District) is pleased to announce the launch of the 2022 Muskoka Community Grant program on the Engage Muskoka Platform.
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 a few different community-funded programs.
Earlier this year, the Muskoka Community Grant Program kicked off with...
Muskoka Paramedic Services Recognizes Staff’s Dedication and Contribution to Paramedicine
Posted on Friday, May 27, 2022 04:49 PM
May 27, 2022 (Bracebridge, ON) – During National Paramedic week (May 22 to 28), the District of Muskoka used social media and held a medal ceremony to recognize paramedics’ dedication and contribution to paramedicine. Nationally, this year's theme was “Faces of Paramedicine" which focused on the diverse and growing range of specialties within the profession.
As part of the recognition, the District of Muskoka and Muskoka Paramedic Services hosted the first MPS Long-Service Medal Ceremony.
Port Carling Locks Reopening
Posted on Friday, May 20, 2022 04:17 PM
Port Carling Locks Reopening with Restrictions in Place
The Port Carling Large Locks is reopening on Monday, May 1, 2023 with restrictions in place to protect the health and safety of staff and the community.
Visitors can access the large locks beginning Monday, May 1, 2023, during regular weekday operating hours. Lockage fees can be found on our website. Visitors to the Port Carling Locks are reminded that the use of the locks and onsite facilities is at their own risk.
Large Locks
Boaters are to...
District’s GeoHub and Geomatics Team Supporting Area Municipalities Through Apps
Posted on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 09:59 AM
In a presentation to Council, the District’s Geomatics team highlighted several new apps that have been added to the Muskoka GeoHub since its launch in 2020. Three of the latest apps were developed to support the work of the District and the area municipalities, including a 2019 Muskoka Flood Historical Video app, a Muskoka Votes app to support the 2022 municipal election, and a new local wildfire mapping app.
Muskoka Flood 2019
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Two New Commissioners Join District Strategic Leadership Team
Posted on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 12:31 PM
(Bracebridge, Ontario) – District Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Julie Stevens is pleased to announce the appointments of Arfona Zwiers as the new Commissioner of Community and Planning Services (CPS) and James Steele as the new Commissioner of Engineering and Public Works (EPW) for the District Municipality of Muskoka (District). Steele will begin his new role with the District on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, and Zwiers will join the District effective Thursday, June 2, 2022.
Recruitment...
Community Volunteer Income Tax Clinics – Register to get help with your 2021 taxes!
Posted on Monday, April 25, 2022 02:44 PM
April 25, 2022 (Bracebridge, ON) – The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVIT) run through the District Municipality of Muskoka (the District) is booking appointments for May and June!
The District is registered with the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) and works with community partners and volunteers to provide FREE tax clinics to eligible individuals, families, seniors and persons with disabilities living in Muskoka.
Residents who need to file their taxes can now complete the online appointment...
Local Artist Creates Special Mural at The Pines in Thanks to the Community
Posted on Friday, April 22, 2022 03:28 PM
April 22, 2022 (Bracebridge, ON) – Local artist Kimberly Rideout Chivers revealed a very special new mural at the Pine Long-Term Care home this week. Kimberly had announced earlier this year that she was looking to donate a mural as a way to pay it forward and thank the community that supported her during a health crisis. Her social media posts asked for suggestions from the community as to where the mural should go, and the Pines Long Term Care Home was the most popular suggestion.
Pines staff worked...