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Tuesday, April 29, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) – Ever wonder what it takes to keep Muskoka running smoothly? The District of Muskoka is inviting residents to get a behind-the-scenes look at how it all works at the second annual Public Works Palooza on Saturday, May 24, 2025.

The free, family-friendly event will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Rosewarne Landfill in Bracebridge, celebrating National Public Works Week (NPWW).

This year’s NPWW theme, People, Purpose, Presence, highlights the essential work...

Thursday, April 24, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) - The District is thrilled to share the remarkable progress of our new Clear Bag Program after just one month of implementation. Thanks to strong community participation, the program is already making a measurable impact on local waste diversion in our community.

Month One Highlights

• Participation Rate: Over 75% of Muskoka curbside households are now using clear bags for garbage! The community’s enthusiasm and cooperation are turning the program’s goal of...

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) – The District of Muskoka has launched its Climate Hero Program encouraging residents and businesses to take simple, impactful actions to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Participants can work toward Bronze, Silver, or Gold status by completing a series of lifestyle changes and sustainability actions. The goal is to empower the community to take meaningful steps toward climate action.

“We designed this initiative to be fun and approachable, while still...

Monday, April 14, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) - Effective today, Monday, April 14, the District of Muskoka has officially lifted the State of Emergency declared in response to the severe ice storm that impacted communities across Muskoka over the weekend of March 28, 2025.

This decision reflects the progress made in storm recovery efforts, including the restoration of power to most residents and the clearing of roads to allow for safe access and travel throughout Muskoka. With immediate risks now managed...

Welcome Spring! With warm temperatures, rain, and melting snow it is important to be prepared for flooding. Given that we live in the Muskoka River Watershed, with hundreds of lakes, rivers and streams, the potential of flooding is a reality during the spring thaw, also known as the freshet.  

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) - Muskoka continues to recover following the significant ice storm that impacted communities across the District.

We know many residents have already taken steps to clean up, often with the help of family, friends, and neighbours. Over the past week alone, more than 1,200 tonnes of brush has been dropped off at District Transfer Stations free of charge through our waived tipping fee program. Your efforts have made a real difference in our community-wide...

Friday, April 4, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) - In response to the recent ice storm and resulting tree damage, the District continues to take action to support storm recovery efforts across Muskoka.

At today’s emergency meeting of District Council, a special working group was established with delegated authority to coordinate the collection, management, and disposal of storm-related debris. The group held it’s first meeting this afternoon and is exploring an extension to this year’s leaf and yard waste...

Thursday, April 3, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) - The District of Muskoka is experiencing a service disruption due to a power outage at 70 Pine Street in Bracebridge following last night’s storm. As a result, the District’s phone and internet services, including the recently activated Ice Storm Assistance Line are temporarily unavailable.

This outage is impacting our ability to respond to calls and emails in a timely manner. District offices remain open to the public with limited services. We appreciate...

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) - The District of Muskoka remains under a declared State of Emergency as restoration and clean-up efforts continue across the Muskoka in response to the spring ice storm. The District is working closely with its six area municipalities through the Community Emergency Management Coordinators (CEMC) group and with provincial partners to coordinate recovery support for residents.

With the Province’s assistance, the Mennonite Disaster Relief Team and an Incident...