The District works closely with Area Municipalities to support strategies for economic development in Muskoka that will inspire community vitality and growth while preserving our natural environment and other cultural and heritage assets.
For information about business support services or local economic development plans, please contact the applicable Area Municipality:
Why Invest, Grow, or Expand Your Business in Muskoka?
Positioned just two hours north of the Greater Toronto area, Muskoka is easily linked to Ontario's largest business centre. Our amenities, infrastructure, connectivity, and labour force are ready to stimulate a strong return on investment for businesses that choose Muskoka. At the same time, our priorities for economic growth and diversity are aligned with protecting our unforgettable and valued natural environment.
Muskoka Economic Recovery Task Force
COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on communities throughout Canada and Muskoka is no exception. As we begin to slowly emerge with new and important measures in place to remain safe, Muskoka is also turning it's attention to what we can do to ensure our economy rebounds to pre-covid levels of activity. It is because of these impacts, the District Municipality of Muskoka in cooperation with Area Municipal Economic Development Leads , Chambers of Commerce, Muskoka Parry Sound MP and MPP Offices, Muskoka Tourism Agencies and the Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations, the Muskoka Economic Recovery Task Force has been launched.
“The goal of the Task Force is to minimize the effects of the pandemic on businesses across Muskoka and respond by undertaking strategic actions that enable recovery while ensuring strong economic outcomes both during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic,” said District Chair and Task Force Chair John Klinck. “Where available, the Task Force will also seek, leverage, and advocate for Provincial and Federal government funding to support Muskoka-based businesses.”
Learn more about the Muskoka Economic Recovery Task Force on our Engage Muskoka Platform at the following link: https://www.engagemuskoka.ca/mertf