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Muskoka High School Students Recognized for Efforts at Skills Ontario Competition

Posted on Friday, June 20, 2025 09:43 AM

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Friday, June 20, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) – The Regional Workforce Committee (RWC)made up of representatives from all six Muskoka lower-tier municipalities and the District Municipality of Muskoka have come together to recognize local student participation in the Skills Ontario Competition held May 5th and 6th in Toronto. To support students’ career development and encourage interest in the skilled trades, the RWC awarded $200 grants to each of the 10 Muskoka students who participated. These funds can...

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All School Zones on District Roads Now Designated as Community Safety Zones

Posted on Thursday, June 12, 2025 08:10 AM

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Thursday, June 12, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) - To improve safety around schools and support Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) enforcement, the District of Muskoka has updated and consolidated its School Zone and Community Safety Zone by-laws. As of March 2025, all School Zones on District roads are now also designated as Community Safety Zones.

This change strengthens the tools available to the OPP, who regularly patrol these areas, by allowing for increased penalties under the Highway Traffic Act,...

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Climate Corner June 2025 - Forest Fire Season is Upon us: How you can Stay Safe

Posted on Thursday, June 05, 2025 08:30 AM

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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.  

Living in a forested environment, wildland fires are a reality for us here in Muskoka and it is best to be prepared and aware of how we can prevent forest fires as well as ensure properties are not...

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From Crosswalks to Council: Help Build a More Accessible Muskoka

Posted on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 11:46 AM

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From Crosswalks to Council: Help Build a More Accessible Muskoka

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 (Muskoka, ON) - In recognition of National AccessAbility Week, the District of Muskoka, together with its Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC), is launching a community survey to gather feedback on accessibility within District-operated programs, services, and facilities.

The goal is to better understand individual experiences and identify opportunities to reduce barriers, to help shape the next Multi-Year...

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District Council Approves New Operational “Flight Plan” For Muskoka Airport

Posted on Friday, May 23, 2025 02:19 PM

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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.

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Muskoka Invites You to Shape the Future of Waste

Posted on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 02:48 PM

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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...

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Moving Muskoka Forward Together: Muskoka Launches its First Transportation Master Plan

Posted on Thursday, May 15, 2025 08:34 AM

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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...

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Community Invited to Connect, Learn and Take Action at EnviroHub Day

Posted on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 09:53 AM

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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...

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Climate Corner May 2025 - Become a Muskoka Climate Hero!

Posted on Tuesday, May 06, 2025 01:27 PM

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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. 

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Help Shape Muskoka’s Future by Reflecting on Its Past

Posted on Tuesday, May 06, 2025 09:44 AM

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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...

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