The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has issued an updated letter of Instruction to persons responsible for a business or organization in the region. This replaces the September 1, 2021 version.

Professional and amateur photographers are invited to submit photos taken around the Township of Lake of Bays from any season, taken anytime. The prizes are designed to support our local business community by allowing the winners to receive a gift card to a Lake of Bays business of their choice.

Submission Deadline: December 5, 2021

Voting: Entries will be shortlisted and the public will have the opportunity to vote for their favourites

Prizes: The top 3 photos in each category will receive a gift card to spend at a Lake of Bays business of the winner's choice (1st place: $100; 2nd place: $50; 3rd place: $25)

The Township is developing a strategy that will identify the needs and establish recommendations for the future of parks, trails, water access points, facilities and recreation activities/programs in the municipality over the next 20 years.

To create a strategy that will serve the entire community, we need to hear from YOU about what you want to see happen now and in the future.

Deadline: December 20. 2021

Effective January 1, 2022, a Short-term Rentals (STR) Licence will be required within the Township of Lake of Bays.

Explorers’ Edge is bringing back the popular Fuel & Fun program for Winter 2021/2022. Tourism Operators can sign up as an “Accommodation Provider” or an “Experience Provider” to participate.

Travelers are able to take advantage of the program if they stay in the region for a minimum of two consecutive nights between January 10, 2022 and March 10, 2022. To qualify they must pre-book their trip between December 1, 2021 and December 21, 2021.

Deadline for Operators: Sign up by November 29, 2021 to participate and take full advantage of this program.

If you make and sell handmade products, the Township has FREE tools to help you promote your business during the holiday season and beyond. Contact Jennifer to find out more.

Attract your ideal clients by learning how to use Canva to make eye catching tip sheets, worksheets or checklists!

When: November 29, 2021, 9-10am

Cost: $20

Learn how to use Canva to create presentations with the "wow-factor" and create meaningful connections with your audience.

When: January 10, 2022, 9-10am

Cost: $20

Jesse and Susan of Follow Me North Photography are two talented local nature photographers providing wildlife and landscape photography workshops in Algonquin Park. Read more in the business spotlight.

Do you want your business to be featured? Contact Jennifer to book your spotlight now!