News and Public Notices

The Township of Lake of Bays has prepared a Draft Economic Development Strategy for review and comments from Council and the public. This draft strategy is being presented at the June 4, 2024, Council meeting. The agenda for this meeting can be found on the Township's Agendas and Minutes webpage. The draft strategy is now available for public review and feedback. By reviewing the draft recommendations and offering comments, community members can play a crucial role in shaping the final strategy, ensuring it aligns with the community's needs.

TAKE NOTICE that a public meeting has been scheduled concerning Township-wide amendments to the Township Official Plan pertaining to Hillside Lot Size policies.

As part of National Hospice Palliative Care Week, the Township of Lake of Bays raised the flag of Hospice Huntsville, which will fly from May 5th to May 11th, 2024. Councillors and township staff joined representatives from Hospice Huntsville to honour the dedicated teams providing hospice palliative care in our area and across Canada.

Please be advised the reduced load limits of 5 tonnes per axle (maximum) on all roads under the jurisdiction of the Township of Lake of Bays have been lifted and reduced load limits are no longer in effect. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Public Works Department at (705) 635-2851. 

The Township of Lake of Bays has launched a new Environmental Projects Grant Program. This grant opportunity will provide financial support to initiatives that directly contribute to enhancing the quality of life for Lake of Bays residents while prioritizing the improvement of water quality and ecosystem health. Through this program, staff and council aspire to engage our community in projects, events, and services that promote sustainability, biodiversity, and environmental stewardship.

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays will be considering updates to Shore Road Allowance & Road Allowance Closure Policy and Procedures at the regularly scheduled meeting held on May 14, 2024.

(Huntsville / Lake of Bays) On April 27 around 7:50 p.m. Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Fighters from Station One in Huntsville responded to a report of a backyard deck on fire at a home on Crestview Dr. in Huntsville.

(Huntsville / Lake of Bays) On April 25th around 7:45 pm Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Fighters from Station Two in Port Cunnington and Station One in Huntsville responded to reports of an electrical heater on fire in a detached garage on Spring Lake Road in Dwight.

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry – Bracebridge Minden Parry Sound District is advising area residents that a Flood Watch is in effect for the Muskoka River Watershed until
Friday, May 3, 2024.

For more information, please read the full Watershed Conditions Statement. 

(Huntsville / Lake of Bays) During Emergency Preparedness Week, the Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department is hosting an Emergency Preparedness event. This free public event is an opportunity to talk with emergency response agencies to learn all about preparing for an emergency so you can keep yourself and your family safe.