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As we approach the beginning of the summer season in Muskoka we also start the fire season.  We have already had a number of wildland fires in the District, most human caused, and forest fire warnings were high at the end of May due to the dry conditions and excess brush on the ground from the ice storm in March.  

From Crosswalks to Council: Help Build a More Accessible Muskoka

Municipal Service Corporation Created To Operate Muskoka District Airport

Friday, May 23, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) – District Council voted earlier this week to establish a new Municipal Services Corporation (MSC), allowing the Muskoka Airport to operate as an independent corporation separate from the municipality. The decision follows more than a year of significant evaluation that included a detailed benefits analysis of the MSC business model, community engagement, and business planning.

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) - The District of Muskoka is inviting residents to help shape a cleaner, more sustainable future by participating in upcoming open houses as part of the Solid Waste Master Plan (SWMP) engagement process.

The SWMP is a bold, long-term strategy that will guide how Muskoka manages waste for the next 30 years, well beyond the life of our current landfill. As landfill space rapidly disappears across Ontario, Muskoka has taken steps to extend the life of its only...

Thursday, May 15, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) - Muskoka is growing rapidly, and upgrades to the transportation network are needed to support the current and future population. To help plan for the future, the District of Muskoka has launched its first Transportation Master Plan (TMP).

The TMP is a long-range plan that will guide transportation across Muskoka over the next 30 years. It will set out strategies and policies to support population growth, improve safety, and identify key infrastructure...

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) – The District of Muskoka is inviting residents to attend EnviroHub Day: Rooted in Action, a free, family-friendly event focused on local environmental programs, stewardship, and climate action.

The event will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Port Carling Community Centre.

EnviroHub Day: Rooted in Action is all about coming together, learning from each other and growing a stronger, greener Muskoka from the ground up. The event will...

The District is excited to announce the launch of its Climate Hero program! The Climate Hero program is a way for everyone - individuals and businesses - to take actionable steps to reduce their carbon footprint and make Muskoka more sustainable.The program has many different levels with various actions to choose from and reflect everyone's unique interests and lifestyle. Enjoy gardening? Plant a pollinator or a sustainable food garden!  Into technology? Take your e-waste to be properly recycled by the District. 

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) - The District of Muskoka is inviting residents to help shape the future of its Archaeological Master Plan (AMP) by sharing feedback through a short survey.

The first AMP for Muskoka was prepared in 1994 and provided the foundation for the existing Muskoka Official Plan archaeological policies and mapping. As part of the Muskoka Official Plan (MOP) Comprehensive Review, the District is now updating the AMP and will use the results to inform policy and mapping...

Monday, May 5, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) – Emergencies can happen at any time, in any season. This Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4–10, 2025), the Muskoka Emergency Response Committee (MERC) is encouraging residents to plan ahead and stay prepared year-round.

As part of this year’s activities, a test of the #AlertMuskoka system, powered by Voyent Alert!, will take place on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 10 a.m. Voyent Alert! provides location-specific notifications during emergencies such as floods,...

Len O’Connor to retire effective May 23, 2025, with recruitment underway for a new CEO.

Thursday, May 1, 2025 (Bracebridge, ON) - The District of Muskoka announced today that Airport Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Len O’Connor will retire effective May 23rd, 2025. Len took on leadership of the Muskoka Airport as its first CEO in 2019, and his tenure is marked by significant growth, strategic development, and a steadfast commitment to excellence.

 “Throughout his time with the Airport, Len’s...