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Please be advised that Linda Boothby has filed her nomination papers for the position of Councillor for Franklin ward for the 2026 Municipal Election.

Under Noise Control By-law 2021-029, an application under Section 13 has been received by Township staff. The applicant is looking for an exemption from Schedule B, Item 8 under Section 10, which would allow for Discharge of Fireworks between the hours of 8:30pm and 10:30 p.m.

The Lake of Bays Community Centre, Arena and Library remains closed out of an abundance of caution following issues identified during recent work related to upgrades to the building’s heating and cooling systems.

The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) Bracebridge Minden Parry Sound District is advising area residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook Bulletin is in effect in the district until Wednesday, May, 13, 2026.

(Lake of Bays, ON) - Seasonal half load restrictions on roads under the jurisdiction of the Township of Lake of Bays will lift effective Friday, May 15, 2026, unless otherwise posted.

(Lake of Bays, ON) - While work was being completed in preparation for a future geothermal expansion of the Lake of Bays Community Centre and Arena’s heating and cooling systems, unexpected subsurface conditions were identified, including ground movement inside the building and in portions of the adjacent parking lot...

Please be advised that Glen Maynard has filed his nomination papers for the position of Councillor for McLean ward for the 2026 Municipal Election.

The Township is currently assessing an issue related to recent construction at the Lake of Bays Community Centre, Arena and Library in Baysville. Staff are reviewing the situation to determine next steps...