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District Community Transit Service Changes Coming September 28

A new provider will begin operating the District’s Demand-Responsive Transit (DRT) and Corridor 11community transportation services starting September 28, 2026. Services will continue as usual, with increased customer service hours of operation, digital transit passes, refreshed vehicle appearances and changes to the Corridor 11 bus schedule.

The District DRT and Corridor 11 bus help residents get to work, appointments, school, shopping and other important...

Simply put, home electrification means using electricity instead of fossil fuels, such as natural gas, propane or oil, to power or heat things in your home. This can include your heating system, water heater, stove and even outdoor equipment like lawnmowers or snowblowers. 

You don’t have to replace everything at once. In fact, one of the easiest ways to start is to think about what you’ll need to replace down the road, in years...

A meaningful career that makes a difference could be closer to home than you think.

On Tuesday, October 6, the Muskoka Care Careers Expo will bring local employers and future workers together at the Active Living Centre in Huntsville.

The free event is a chance to discover careers in health care, early learning, clinical services, mental health, paramedicine, community services, and more.

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Care careers require skill, knowledge, leadership and dedication. They also offer...

This year has already shown how changing climate conditions can impact communities across Muskoka. From spring flooding and changing water levels to smoke from forest fires in Northern Ontario affecting local air quality, residents, cottagers and visitors have all experienced the effects. The District of Muskoka has two resources that can help residents and cottagers stay informed and prepared: the Floodplain and LiDAR Mapping and the Forest Fire Preparedness Maps, both found on the Muskoka Geohub.

Floodplain...

Residents and seasonal property owners in the Georgian Bay area now have more time to drop off their household waste, recycling, and organics.

The District Municipality of Muskoka will be extending summer hours at the South Gibson and Honey Harbour depots, effective August 4, 2026. More than 200 residents shared their feedback through a survey, helping shape the new schedule to better meet community needs.

The extended hours build on the Bin...

Looking for fun ways to keep kids active and curious this summer? Getting outside is a great way for children to explore, learn, and connect with the natural world around them. Studies show that when kids spend time in nature at a young age, they grow up having a greater understanding and awareness of the environment and why it is important to protect it.¹ By helping kids explore the outdoors, we can encourage the future generations to care and protect the natural world.

Many residents, cottagers...