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Mayor's Message | Canada Day 2021
Posted on Thursday, July 01, 2021 09:17 AM
I would like wish everyone a safe and healthy Canada Day.
There is no denying that some of our history is in fact shameful and though we cannot change the past, we can change the future. This year Canada Day should be celebrated differently by acknowledging our past, and committing to reconcile and show greater respect to our Indigenous, and all communities that are part of the Canadian fabric.
My personal pledge for the coming year is to acknowledge the truth about our past and...
Milford Bay Bridge Closure
Posted on Friday, June 25, 2021 03:37 PM
Upcoming Milford Bay Bridge Closure
Date(s) Closure: July 2021 - November 2021
Reason for Closure: Bridge Replacement
Commencing in the week of June 28, 2021 the Township through its contractor Hugo MB Contracting will be replacing the Milford Bay Bridge.
As a consequence it will be necessary to close Milford Bay Road to all traffic at the bridge. Access for local traffic will be provided from either side of the bridge between Butter & Egg Road and the west junction with...
Media Release - Multiple Muskoka Lakes Property Owners Charged
Posted on Friday, June 25, 2021 01:12 PM
MUSKOKA LAKES – Following the issuance of Stop Work Orders, multiple property owners and their contractors have been charged under the Tree Preservation By-law and Site Alteration By-law. The charges involve three separate properties, two on Sugarloaf Island on Lake Joseph and the other on Brandy Lake. Orders to Remedy that require the submission of a satisfactory re-naturalization plan of disturbed areas were also issued.
The violations include altering the landscape and grade of the property in...
Media Release - Stop Work Order Issued on Two Lake Joseph Properties
Posted on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 02:24 PM
MUSKOKA LAKES – Investigation into tree removal and site alteration occurring on an island located on Lake Joseph have resulted in Stop Work Orders issued on June 8, 2021 pursuant to the Township’s Site Alteration By-law and Tree Preservation By-law. The Township’s By-law Department continues to investigate the matter and will provide further updates as they become available.
If any further By-law contraventions are observed, the public is encouraged to submit a complaint through the Township’s website....
Media Release - Township Hosts Commemorative Signs in Memory of the Kamloops 215
Posted on Friday, June 18, 2021 03:08 PM
MUSKOKA LAKES – The Township of Muskoka Lakes is proud to be a host location of a commemorative sign display in memory of the Kamloops 215. On Tuesday, June 22, 2021, the commemorative signs will be displayed at Hanna Park in Port Carling from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm.
"This is an opportunity for Muskoka Lakes to come together and reflect, raise awareness and learn about residential schools,” says Mayor Harding. “I encourage everyone to take the time to honour the lives of the 215 indigenous children and...
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