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Following the recent ice storm that impacted much of the region, cleanup efforts in the Township of Lake of Bays are continuing. Township facilities remain open. Residents are urged to continue using caution as cleanup efforts progress. 

The District of Muskoka has declared a State of Emergency following a severe ice storm from March 28–30, 2025, which caused extensive power outages, fallen trees, downed hydro lines, and dangerous road conditions.

The Township of Lake of Bays is saddened to hear of a recent incident, where a 59-year-old Milton resident lost their life after falling through the ice in Lake of Bays. Staff and Council’s thoughts are with the family and loved ones affected by this tragedy.

The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) – Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District is advising area residents that a Flood Watch bulletin is in effect for all watersheds in the District until Wednesday, April 02, 2025. Residents should expect water levels to increase: the potential for flooding exists.

The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has added a Flood Watch bulletin within the area of the North Branch of the Muskoka River and on the Moon River (Bala Reach). The bulletin is in effect until Friday, March 28, 2025.

The Township of Lake of Bays is primarily within the Muskoka Watershed and a Flood Watch means that a potential for flooding on these watersheds exists. 

Proposed by-laws will come before the Township of Lake of Bays Council for consideration at its regular meeting to be held in a hybrid setting (in-person and electronically), on the 8th day of April, 2025, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. o’clock, in the morning.

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays proposes to enact by-laws pursuant to Sections 9 and 35 of the Municipal Act, 2001 to: Title Rectification for lands in relation to Glenmount Road.

At its meeting on March 11, 2025, the Township of Lake of Bays Council approved updates to Policy AD-2.10 – Road Allowance Closure Procedures (containing a private road/driveway). These updates are part of a comprehensive review that aligns this policy with recent changes to related programs and ensures greater clarity and fairness in procedures for property owners.