News and Public Notices

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.

Flood Warning in effect for our area until Wednesday, April 22

The Ministry of Natural Resources Bracebridge Minden Parry Sound District has issued a Flood Warning for area watersheds, including the Muskoka River watershed. Flooding is imminent or occurring within specific watercourses and municipalities.

Flood Watch in effect for our area until Friday, April 17

The Ministry of Natural Resources Bracebridge Minden Parry Sound District has issued a Flood Watch for area watersheds, including the Muskoka River watershed...

Residents interested in learning more about serving on Council are invited to attend a regional information session April 30, 2026...

(Lake of Bays, ON) The Township of Lake of Bays is inviting residents to review and comment on proposed updates to the Hobby Farm provisions in the Community Planning Permit By-law 2021-111.

With the warmer weather approaching, it is time to think about the significant impact it has on wildfires – how they start, how aggressively they spread, and how long they burn. As fire danger ratings change during the summer season, it is important to be aware of the current rating and take precautionary steps to reduce your risk of starting a fire.

Starting April 1, the Muskoka Fire Danger Rating will be set at LOW. While the rating is LOW, daytime burning restrictions are now in place across most of the District...

Please Note: Contractors for the arena’s geothermal ice plant will be on-site for the next two weeks, beginning March 26, 2026.

This activity will temporarily affect parking and access around the facility. As the contractor sets up equipment and establishes a safe work zone, some routes may shift. Please follow on‑site signage and directions.

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 14th day of April, 2026, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. o’clock, in the morning.

The following news release was issued by the District of Muskoka and is shared for resident awareness: The District of Muskoka and the Township of Lake of Bays are transforming the section of Muskoka Road 117 (MR117) in the community of Baysville. Crews are anticipated to be on-site this week as they prepare to resume construction from Bridge Street to Bay Street in early April.