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March 8, 2021 (Bracebridge – ON) Through funding provided by the Province of Ontario, The District Municipality of Muskoka (the District) has partnered with Hammond Transportation Ltd. to provide eligible residents with accessible transportation to the COVID-19 vaccination clinics located in Bracebridge and Huntsville, starting today.

This transportation service is an on-demand, curb-to-curb service and trips will be booked on a first-come, first-served basis. Only residents of Muskoka who have a...

March 4, 2021 (Bracebridge, ON) – The District of Muskoka’s Child Care Fee Subsidy Program helps make child care more affordable for eligible families by reducing the amount of money that families have to pay licensed child care providers to care for their child(ren) under the age of 13. 

Do I Qualify for the Fee Subsidy Program?

Eligibility for this program is based on your family income. You can use the online calculator available on our website to determine your eligibility, and view a table...

The District Municipality of Muskoka is pleased to announce that Suzanne Olimer has been selected as the new Commissioner, Finance and Corporate Services effective, March 29, 2021.  Suzanne fills the vacancy that was created when Julie Stevens was appointed District CAO in September of 2020.

“Suzanne’s public sector experience in financial management, along with her strong relationship building skills and leadership achievements will bring great value to the District’s Strategic Leadership Team,”...

March 1, 2021 (Muskoka, ON) - Reduced load restrictions of 5 tonnes per axle will take effect on many District roads beginning March 15, 2021. 

Roads are their most vulnerable in the spring as frost leaves the ground. Load restrictions help extend the lifespan of the road surface by minimizing damage from heavy vehicles. Road conditions will be continually monitored and the restriction will be lifted when road conditions will allow.

Signs will indicate restrictions on District roads where...