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News and Public Notices

  • Notice of Installation of Accessible On-Street Parking Space at Dwight Beach for Review and Comments

    TAKE NOTICE that the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays proposes to install an accessible on-street parking space at Dwight Beach. Pursuant to Section 80.39 of O.Reg. 191/11 under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the municipality is consulting with the public and persons with disabilities before creating an accessible on-street parking space on Dwight Beach Road.

  • Public Notice: Road Licensing Agreement Program Paused; New By-law Established for Road Allowance Purchasing

    During the regular council meeting held on August 13, 2024, Township of Lake of Bays Council approved a temporary suspension, known as a moratorium, on the Township’s Road Licensing Agreement Program. This moratorium is set for 180 days and applies to all existing private roads and driveways under By-law 2019-136 that are utilizing an unopened Township road allowance as a means of vehicular access to their property.

  • Media Release: Township Announces Departure of Chief Administrative Officer

    During a special Closed Council Meeting held on August 7, 2024, the Council of the Township of Lake of Bays made the difficult decision to sever ties with the former CAO Bryan Brown and end his employment with the municipality, effective immediately.

  • Media Release: Never Leave a Child Alone in a Vehicle

    The Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department has been actively responding to incidents this summer where children have been accidentally locked inside vehicles. These situations can be extremely dangerous, especially during hot weather. We urge parents and caregivers to take precautions to prevent such incidents and ensure the safety of their little ones.

  • Public Notice: Explore the New Interactive Lake of Bays Heritage Map

    The Lake of Bays Heritage Advisory Committee is excited to announce the launch of a new interactive Heritage Registry Map, offering a digital journey through the history and cultural significance of the Lake of Bays community.

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    Media Release: No Working Smoke Alarms in Basement at House Fire on Domtar Road

    On July 24th around 7:30 pm Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Fighters from Station One in Huntsville and Station Five in Port Sydney responded to reports of an electrical panel producing sparks and smoke in the basement of a home on Domtar Road.  

    Upon arrival, firefighters discovered smoke on the ground floor coming out of the basement. The fire was contained to the electrical panel and did not spread to other parts of the home.

  • Notice of Proposed Road Allowance Containing a Private Road/Driveway Closure Procedures

    TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lake of Bays will be considering a proposed policy with respect to closing a Road Allowance containing a Private Road/Driveway & amendments to the User Fees & Charges By-law for the applicable fees at the regularly scheduled meeting to be held on August 13, 2024.

  • Notice of Intent To Dispose of Surplus Property at August 13, 2024 Meeting

    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.

  • Cheque Presentation with Representatives from Port Cunnington Lodge, the Township of Lake of Bays, and the Muskoka Community Foundation
    Port Cunnington Lodge Raises $24,000 for Local Charities and Seniors Centre Chair Lift Repair

    On June 22nd, 2024, Port Cunnington Lodge hosted a Dinner & Concert for Community Charities featuring musicians Marc Jordan and Amy Sky. The event raised $24,000, which was equally distributed between four local groups: the Lake of Bays Library, the Dorset Health Hub, the Lake of Bays Heritage Foundation, and the Port Cunnington Seniors Centre for the repairs of the facility's chair lift.

  • Public Notice: Upcoming Road Closures for 2024 Baysville Walkabout

    Please be advised that the following streets will be temporarily closed on Saturday, July 27, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the Baysville Walkabout:

    • Bay Street to Bridge Street
    • Bridge Street from Bay Street to Howard Street
    • Lena Street
    • Dickie Street to Bridge Street

Contact Us

Township of Lake of Bays
1012 Dwight Beach Rd
Dwight, ON P0A 1H0
705-635-2272
1-877-566-0005

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