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A step forward for local families and the Fairvern Long-Term Care Home capital project

Muskoka, ON -- Muskoka Family Focus will open the waitlist for the new Fairvern Early Learning Child Care Centre (FELCC)onJanuary 12, 2026. The licensed childcarecentre will be locatedon the new Fairvern Long-Term Care Home campus in Huntsville. FELCC has 64 spaces for children aged 0-4, including 10 infant spaces, with services expected to begin inlate Fall 2026.

“This is an important step forward for children and families across

With weather conditions improving and road maintenance operations returning to normal service levels, District crews have made significant progress in clearing and treating roads throughout the area. As a result, the District has...

During this Significant Weather Event, residents are advised to limit travel on all District roads across Muskoka unless necessary, until further notice.

“A Significant...

How are you incorporating sustainability into the holiday season this year? Not sure where to start?We’re making it easy with a few simple choices that can leavea big impact on your environmental footprint. No matter what holiday you’re celebrating or if you’re just enjoying time with your family, there are always alternatives available to you to ensure we are not negativelyimpacting the planet. 

Here are some tips on how to have a more sustainable holiday season:

Thursday, December 18, 2025 (Muskoka, ON)–District Council adoptedupdates to the 2026 Budget earlierthis week. The budget confirms Council’s financial plan and keeps the overalltax increaseto 3.85%,below thebudget guidelinesset by Council.The overall budget includes$251.3Mof expenditures to deliver programs and servicesand $112.8Mfor capital projects.

“This budget reflects financial realities...

Muskoka, ON - The District Municipality of Muskoka has received an extraordinary $500,000 donation, one of the largest private gifts ever made to the municipality.The donation is a major boost to Muskoka Paramedic Services just in time for the holiday season.

The anonymous donation will be used to strengthen emergency response and patient care across Muskoka.

“This incredible act of generosity is a true gift for our entire...

MUSKOKA, Ont. (Nov. 12, 2025) – Starting January 2, 2026, residents and businesses across Muskoka will be required to use clear, colourless garbage bags at all District Waste Facilities to be considered as part of the weekly allowance. Materials arriving in black or solid coloured garbage bags will be subject to applicable charges.

The Clear Bag Program...

Muskoka, ON – The District Municipality of Muskoka proudly announces Moody’s Investors Service has once again given the District a high Aa1 long-term credit rating with a stable outlook.

According to Moody’s Ratings, “the credit profile of the District Municipality of Muskoka (Aa1 stable) reflects a robust economy with a history of strong operating results.”

Similar to an individual’s credit...

District officials are finalizing contract details, with construction staging and rehabilitation design expected to begin immediately.

“I’m incredibly pleased that collaboration between District staff and our industry partners has allowed...