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Tuesday, February 27, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - With the winter weather shifting weekly, melting snow and ice are causing some trouble around catch basins in Muskoka.

The District of Muskoka is asking residents to step up as neighbourhood Catch Basin Champions to help keep roadways safe. Clearing snow and ice from catch basins near or on your property will prevent water from pooling and flooding, making roads safer for everyone. 

Catch basins are like unsung heroes of our neighbourhoods. These metal...

Give Back, Get Back – Take Action in Your Community 

Divert waste from our landfills by giving your old items a new life through donation, or by purchasing your items from thrift stores / reuse programs! One of the best ways to reduce your waste and carbon footprint is through acquiring your items through reuse programs, or by donating your items to a reuse program to extend the life of your items. 

Tuesday, February 6, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) – Muskoka is continuing to enhance access to high-quality and affordable child care for families through the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement (CWELCC).

In line with the provincial framework, the District will create an additional 373 CWELCC spaces in Muskoka by the end of 2026 and is continuing to make progress in increasing capacity and bringing on new operators.

Muskoka Home Child Care Agency

The Muskoka Home Child Care Agency (MHCCA) is...

Monday, January 22, 2024 (Bracebridge, ON) - Muskoka District Council is pleased to appoint Zaina Alhillou and Eileen Waechter to the Muskoka Airport Board of Directors.

Zaina Alhilou is a highly regarded aviation industry expert, recognized for her innovative approach to airport capital planning and her execution of highly intricate aviation programs, all while navigating the complexities of airport operations. She enjoys a stellar reputation as a strategic thinker with sharp foresight for...

Wednesday, January 17, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) – The District is committed to delivering safe, clean, and award-winning drinking water to all water users. Reducing the potential risks to the drinking water system by preventing backflows into the system-serviced properties is just one more way the District continues to deliver on this commitment.

The District’s municipal water system is intended to flow in one direction only. Any reversal in flow from a facility or building back into the drinking...

Funding to Construct Affordable Rental Units Now Available!

Wednesday, January 10, 2024 (Muskoka, ON) - To support the need to boost the supply of affordable housing in our communities, the District is now welcoming applications for funds to construct affordable rental units in Muskoka.

On December 18, 2023, Muskoka District Council approved the 2024 Tax-Supported Budget. The budget included $4.2 million to support housing and homelessness, including the District’s Muskoka Affordable Housing...

As we usher in a new year, it's the perfect time to reflect on our habits and set goals that not only improve our lives but also contribute to the well-being of our planet. One of the most impactful ways to make a difference is by adopting sustainable New Year's resolutions. Here are some examples of climate oriented New Years resolutions that you can make to ensure 2024 is the year of climate action!

1. I will educate myself on climate change!

Here’s Why: Educating oneself on climate change is...

December 18, 2023 (Muskoka, ON) - District Council approved a $155.9M tax-support budget today reflecting an operating levy of $94.2M and $61.7M in capital. As a result of this budget approval, residents will see a 3.94% increase in the District portion of their municipal property taxes to fund municipal services and a 0.4% increase to support hospital redevelopment. This represents an annual impact of approximately $40.38 per $300,000 property assessment across the region.