News

(Lake of Bays, ON) - The nomination period for the 2026 Municipal Election opens Friday, May 1, 2026, and residents interested in running for municipal office are encouraged to prepare now.

The 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 12th day of May, 2026, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. o’clock, in the morning.

The Ministry of Natural Resources has extended the Flood Warning for the area until April 29, and the Township continues to actively monitor conditions and respond where needed.

Accessible door openers at the Municipal Office are temporarily out of service.

Township crews are advising of water on the roadway at the following locations: Fairy Falls Road near 1077 and Fairy Falls Road near 1176

Motorists are asked to use caution when travelling in these areas and avoid driving through pooled or flowing water where possible.

(Lake of Bays, ON) - The Township of Lake of Bays continues to manage spring flooding as a flood warning remains in effect across the area.

Free compost available April 22 at four locations while supplies last

(Lake of Bays, ON) - This Earth Day, the Township of Lake of Bays is inviting residents to give their gardens a healthy start while reducing waste through the Annual Compost Giveaway.

(Lake of Bays, ON) - At its April 14, 2026, meeting, Council for the Township of Lake of Bays approved a Sewage System Maintenance Inspection Program (SSMIP) that will introduce phased, risk-based inspections of private septic systems over time.