Posted on Monday, July 15, 2024 11:15 AM
July 15, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) — Construction of a new building at 100 Pine Street in Bracebridge will start soon, creating 44 new affordable housing units for low-income individuals. The building will feature 11 studio apartments and 33 one-bedroom units, with rents expected to range from $550-$950/month. Fourteen of the 44 new units will be...
Posted on Wednesday, July 03, 2024 09:54 AM
The term “carbon offset” can be broadly used to describe any avoidance, reduction or removal of carbon that is used to compensate for emissions that occur elsewhere. Carbon offsets come in many different forms. For example, Juneau’s Alaska Carbon Reduction Fund (ACRF) is using a climate fee for tourists to provide heat pumps for low-income families in the area. They calculate the carbon emissions for a given activity—say, a whale watching tour—and add it to the total cost of the activity. This...
Posted on Thursday, June 13, 2024 11:59 AM
Thursday, June 13, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) – The development of an Early Learning and Child Care 5-Year Service Plan for Muskoka is underway. Led by the District of Muskoka, this mandated Plan will use community input to understand and address the needs of families, early learning professionals, and service providers over the next five years. The District encourages children, parents, caregivers, early learning professionals, and service providers to share their insights and experiences about Muskoka’s...
Posted on Friday, May 31, 2024 01:13 PM
Friday, May 31, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) —The District of Muskoka is accepting applications for the 2024 IDEA Community Grant Program, a collaborative initiative with the IDEA Advisory Group. Grants aim to support local efforts to promote inclusion, diversity, equity, and anti-racism (IDEA).
To address specific needs within the community and support the advancement of IDEA principles in Muskoka, the 2024 IDEA Community Grant Program offers up to $2,500 through two funding streams:
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Posted on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 10:55 AM
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 (Gravenhurst, ON) - Construction and road closures for the Bay and Beyond infrastructure project in Gravenhurst are set to begin the week of June 3rd. James Street will be improved to serve as the designated detour route ahead of the first phase of construction on Bay Street, scheduled to start later that week.
Increased safety measures will be in place to ensure safety for motorists and pedestrians navigating...
Posted on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 08:52 AM
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - The District of Muskoka marked a major milestone with the groundbreaking for the Glen Orchard Paramedic Station at 3843 Muskoka Road 118 West. This new station, purposefully located to optimize response times in West Muskoka, is set to be fully operational in 2025 and will replace the existing Port Carling Paramedic Station.
Construction on the new Glen Orchard Paramedic Station is underway. The design
Posted on Thursday, May 16, 2024 12:41 PM
In the fall of 2023, the Muskoka Watershed Council released the Muskoka Watershed Report Card. This document summarizes the most pressing issues for our local lakes, rivers and wetlands, and suggests several bioindicators for Muskoka. Bioindicators provide a way of documenting firsthand the effects of climate change on our ecosystems. These include the state of our forest and wildlife populations, the presence of algal blooms, the distribution of invasive species and diseases, and the concentrations...
Posted on Tuesday, May 07, 2024 02:45 PM
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) – The District of Muskoka’s Engineering and Public Works department is inviting residents to learn more about how infrastructure, construction and operations staff keep critical services running safely and smoothly 24/7, 365 days a year. The first Public Works Palooza is set for Saturday, May 25, 2024 in recognition of National Public Works Week.
The theme this year is, 'advancing quality of life for all.' Residents can ask questions and see what trucks and...
Posted on Monday, May 06, 2024 02:22 PM
Monday, May 6, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - Emergencies can occur suddenly and without warning. Being prepared, staying informed, and knowing how to access vital information are essential first steps in emergency preparedness.
The Muskoka Emergency Response Committee (MERC) has scheduled a test of the #AlertMuskoka system, powered by Voyent Alert!, on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. This test is taking place during...
Posted on Wednesday, May 01, 2024 02:16 PM
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) – The District of Muskoka is proud to launch Names with Purpose, an initiative in collaboration with the Muskoka Area Indigenous Leadership Table (MAILT) and community partners.
Names with Purpose is focused on identifying and examining the names of roads, landmarks, and public spaces in Muskoka that may be perceived as disrespectful or inappropriate. We aim to deepen our understanding of...