Muskoka, ON-- The District Municipality of Muskoka, with support from its area municipalities, is launching a campaign to raise awareness and provide education about illegal dumping and littering, and to help people learn how and where to properly dispose of waste.

The campaign uses a striking visual to show two possible futures for Muskoka, one clean and one...

For 56 years, over 193 countries across the world, have come together to celebrate and recognize Earth Day. The first Earth Day was held on April 22, 1970, in the United States, founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson.Inspired by student anti-war protests, which then channelled public energy into focusing on environmental issues that addressed pollution concerns and a desire to protect our air and water, the two most important essentials for human existence.

Twenty years later,Earth Day Canada was established

Forgivable Loan and Head Lease ProgramsSupport First-Time Homeowners and Rental Housing

Muskoka, ON- The District of Muskoka is taking action to address the growing need for affordable housing across Muskoka.

Applications are now open for two new funding programs: 

• Development Charges Forgivable Loan Program for first-time homeowners
• Head Lease Funding Programfor developers and landlords

“With affordability challenges only increasing right now, we are rolling out two programs that can help both Muskoka residents...

Climate changeamplifies these challenges, disproportionately affecting those with fewer financial resources.Rising food prices, extreme weather that can lead to power outages and spoiled food, and

Construction scheduled to start again in April and be completed by the end of 2026

Muskoka, ON -The District of Muskoka and the Township of Lake of Bays are transforming the section of Muskoka Road 117 (MR117) in the community of Baysville. Crews are anticipated to be on-site this week as they prepare to resume construction from Bridge Street to Bay Street in early April.The work is scheduled to be complete by the end of 2026.

Work on the 780-metre section of MR117 began in September 2025, from University Street to...

The Youth Council brings together passionatehigh school students from across Muskoka to learn about climate action, share ideas, and lead projects that inspire their peers to take meaningful steps toward a healthier environment and...

Muskoka’s clear bag program was launched last March with goals: reduce waste, improve recycling, and extend the life of the Rosewarne Landfill.

Thanks to the efforts of residents, businesses, and seasonal visitors, we are seeing real results one year later. Approximately 336,000 fewer garbage bags went into the Rosewarne Landfill over the last year, which avoided almost $700,000 in landfill disposal fees, freeing up more space and extending its lifespan by...

Applications open until May 1, 2026

Muskoka, ON – The District of Muskoka is making it easier and quicker to address the need for affordable housing across Muskoka.

Two funding opportunities are now available through the Muskoka Affordable Housing Initiatives Program (MAHIP). MAHIP is designed to boost affordable housing supply across the district, and those who are interested are encouraged to submit their applications now.

“This program helps property owners and developers create more rental housing and...

Ravenscliffe Roadto temporarily close starting the week of Monday, March 2 for culvert replacement

Muskoka, ON - The District of Muskoka is replacing the Bittern Creek culvert with a new structure. To ensure this work is completed safely and ahead of the spring thaw, constructionand a full road closure on Ravenscliffe Road (also known as Muskoka Road 2), near Old Novar Road,are scheduled to take place starting the week of March 2. Work is anticipated to be completed in April 2026.

What Happened

The Bittern Creek culvert is a large...