News and Public Notices

(Lake of Bays, ON) - At the November 11 Council Meeting, staff presented the Draft 2026 Budget and Business Plan (BBP). 

(Lake of Bays, ON) - In a recent case, the Township of Lake of Bays secured fines against a homeowner and a contractor who began construction without the required permits. The homeowner pleaded guilty to violating both the Ontario Building Code Act and the Planning Act, resulting in a $10,000 fine. The contractor pleaded guilty to one Planning Act offence and received a $4,000 fine.

(Lake of Bays, ON) – During the Council Meeting on November 11, 2025, staff will present the Draft 2026 Budget and Business Plan for Council’s consideration. The draft, now available for public review, balances the need to maintain current service levels while addressing new and growing demands across the community.

The Huntsville/Lake of Bays Fire Department is seeking passionate and engaged members of the community to join the service as volunteer firefighters.

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 11th day of November, 2025, at the hour of 9:00 a.m. o’clock, in the morning.

(Lake of Bays, ON) - The Township of Lake of Bays has officially broken ground on the Dwight Library Expansion and Community Centre Upgrades project, a major milestone for a long-anticipated, community-led initiative. Once complete, the newly expanded facility will serve as a modern, accessible hub for residents and visitors alike.

The District of Muskoka is hosting a casual, drop-in style coffee chat where you can learn more and ask questions at your own pace about the upcoming Muskoka Road 117 Main Streets project in Baysville.

Have an idea to protect the environment in Lake of Bays? Funding is available through the Township’s Environmental Projects Grant Program to support grassroots initiatives that protect, enhance, or restore the environment in Lake of Bays.