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The second home population is a vital component of Muskoka's culture, traditions and overall economy.
In fact, there are more second home residents than permanent residents across our region.

Given this significance, the District of Muskoka periodically conducts a Second Home Study (SHS) to capture important information from second homeowners.

The results of the study provide valuable information to Muskoka District Council and a wide variety of stakeholders including the Province, area municipalities, agencies, ratepayer groups and businesses throughout Muskoka.  

The District would like to thank everyone who completed the 2023 SHS survey!

“We heard you – thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and experiences with us. The valuable insights we received from our Second Home Survey will fuel our efforts to enhance the quality of life in Muskoka,” - Jeff Lehman, District Chair

The survey was open from December 28, 2022 through to February 27, 2023 and a total of 5,952 survey responses were received - the largest number of responses since the study’s inception in 1973!  Muskoka District Council received the final report Monday, July 17, 2023.  You can read the final study by clicking the link below:

2023 Second Home Study - Final Report

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Committee Reports, Presentations and SHS Final Reports
  • 2023 Second Home Study - Final Report
  • 2023 Staff Report - Second Home Study
  • Committee Presentation - June 22, 2023
  • 2022 Staff Report - Second Home Study
  • Committee Presentation - August 18, 2022
  • 2017 Second Home Study - Final Report

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