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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...

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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Partnership News Release – District of Muskoka and Town of Gravenhurst

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. 

Construction Underway for Muskoka's Glen Orchard Paramedic Station 

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...

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...

Emergency Preparedness Week in Muskoka to Feature Critical Test of Voyent Alert! System

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...

An Initiative to Foster Respect and Inclusion Through Renaming Efforts  

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...

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - Community members are being recruited to serve on two new Boards for the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachments in Bracebridge and Huntsville. These detachments provide police services to communities across Muskoka, and each will have its own board.

The Community Safety and Policing Act came into effect on April 1, 2024, requiring all OPP detachments in Ontario to have a board. The District of Muskoka is responsible for policing in Muskoka and uses...