Muskoka News Watch

06/18/2025

Sawdust City and Lake of Bays Merger Announced

Two of Ontario’s most respected and award-winning breweries, Sawdust City Brewing Co. and Lake of Bays Brewing Company,
have joined forces to create a stronger, more dynamic craft beer organization. According to a press release today, this new entity brings together decades of brewing experience and a shared commitment to quality, community, and innovation to seize the growing opportunities in Canada’s thriving craft beer industry.
The merger unites two independently operated breweries with strong regional roots and shared values. The new organization will rank among Ontario’s top 10 breweries, with combined
production exceeding 20,000 hectolitres annually, over 200 employees, and nearly 30 years of collective brewing experience. It also solidifies retail distribution and brand presence throughout
the Muskoka region, with a total of six restaurants, taprooms, and event locations.

05/08/2025

04/04/2025

🚨 Calling all employers! Our Job Fair has a new date – April 11 – and we’re looking for more businesses to join us! Don’t miss this chance to connect with local talent and grow your team.

📅 Date: April 11
📍 Where: Gravenhurst Seniors Centre, 480 First St N
🕒 Time: 12 – 4 pm

Register now: 705-762-5663

Spots are filling fast—secure yours today!

03/23/2025

📢 Attention Employers! Seize the opportunity to showcase your business and connect with top talent at the Muskoka Job Fair!

📅 Date: April 4
📍 Location: Gravenhurst Seniors Centre, 480 First St N
⏰ Time: 12 – 4 PM

Secure a prime spot for just $50 — register today by visiting https://heyor.ca/fmmfnk! 💼✨

✅ Meet top job seekers
✅ Network with other businesses
✅ Boost your hiring success

This event is made possible by Bespoke Property Management , Employment North Muskoka, Moose FM CFBG 99.5 - Muskoka, and your Muskoka Lakes & Gravenhurst Chambers.

03/08/2025

📢 Employers! 📢

Join us at the Job Fair on April 4 at the Gravenhurst Seniors Centre, from 12 to 4 pm.

Showcase your company, connect with top talent & fill key roles. Secure your spot today & build your dream team! Learn more and sign up here: https://heyor.ca/zB4Q0M 💼✨

12/04/2024

Drivers: Be careful out there. 169 from Bala to Gravenhurst treacherous and now OPP is reporting that things are not looking food in Huntsville and Lake of Bays area as well. OPP update below:

SIGNIFICANT SNOWFALL ON THE WAY FOR HUNTSVILLE AND LAKE OF BAYS

OPP Warning To Avoid Non-Essential Travel

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) - The weather and road conditions are continuing to deteriorate. The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is working with the Ministry of Transportation (MTO), the municipalities, and the Fire Department in order to stay on top of the snowfall.

In the Bracebridge Detachment area, Houseys Rapids Road, Uffington Road, Southwood Road, Beiers Road, and the northbound ramp at Luigi Road remain closed. There are no road closures in the Huntsville Detachment area at this time, but please be alert as road conditions can change quickly. Plan your trip before leaving by visiting the MTO website for road conditions and closures at 511on.ca.

The OPP is urging the public to avoid non-essential travel during this time. Additional vehicles on the roads put occupants at risk and add additional challenges for snow removal.

If you are travelling, all your attention should be on your driving and the surrounding conditions. Avoid making any sudden braking or accelerating maneuvers as it could cause a loss of control of your vehicle.

12/02/2024

OPP Update on Roads from early this Monday morning:

Obstructions Removed From Highway - Awaiting Snow Removal

(ORILLIA, ON) - The Central Region of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is urging the public to stay home in the impacted area and avoid traveling. Additional vehicles on the roads put occupants at risk and add additional challenges for snow removal.

Highway 11, which remains closed in both directions between Highway 60 in Huntsville and West Street in Orillia, has been cleared of all obstructions and is now awaiting snow removal to be completed.

If it is necessary that you travel in the area, the OPP encourages motorists to use MTO's Ontario 511 and Traveller Information Service for 24/7 and up-to-date access to road information on provincially maintained highways.

If you are in a life-threatening situation, call 9-1-1. Please call the OPP non-emergency number, 1-888-310-1122 for all other matters. Our Communications Centres have been flooded with calls, so please be patient and ensure the 9-1-1 lines are used only for life-threatening matters.

10/29/2024

Can you be there on Nov 2 for this important concert charity event? It supports Mental Health needs in Muskoka and highlights the talent of Skye Wallace.

Please join in showing your support for a project that, through music, storytelling and creativity will give youth safe spaces to express themselves, develop emotional resilience and connect.

Your ticket is admission to a great concert with the amazing and a charitable tax receipt for $25.https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/the-awesome-music-project-inc/events/charity-concert-skye-wallace-at-the-bay-bala-inn/

10/01/2024

A Go Fund Me page has been set up to support costs for the memorial and more for the 25 year old man who died Sunday in Bala after being hit by a police cruiser.

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the tragic and sudden passing of Noah Landriault. … Monica Smith needs your support for In memory of Noah Landriault

09/30/2024

Bala Cranberry Festival

09/29/2024

UPDATE: Sunday, Sept 29 at 4:45PM - Muskoka Road 169 now open through Bala. Investigation continues.

PEDESTRIAN DIES AFTER COLLISION INVOLVING OPP CRUISER

SIU is Investigating.

From OPP News Release:

(BALA, ON) - A pedestrian has died after a collision in Bala involving an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) cruiser.

The incident happened shortly before 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 29, 2024, on Muskoka Road 169 in Bala.

The 25-year-old male pedestrian was transported to hospital where he later died from his injuries. The officer was also transported to hospital as a precaution.

The OPP has ensured that victim services has been engaged for the male's family. Resources are also in place for the officer involved.

Muskoka Road 169 remains closed between Sutton Drive and Bala Falls Road for the investigation by an OPP Collision Reconstructionist and members of the Traffic Collision Investigation Team.

As a result of an officer's involvement in this incident, the OPP has notified the Special Investigations Unit which has invoked its mandate to investigate.

09/29/2024

PEDESTRIAN DIES AFTER COLLISION INVOLVING OPP CRUISER

SIU is Investigating.

From OPP News Release:

(BALA, ON) - A pedestrian has died after a collision in Bala involving an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) cruiser.

The incident happened shortly before 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 29, 2024, on Muskoka Road 169 in Bala.

The 25-year-old male pedestrian was transported to hospital where he later died from his injuries. The officer was also transported to hospital as a precaution.

The OPP has ensured that victim services has been engaged for the male's family. Resources are also in place for the officer involved.

Muskoka Road 169 remains closed between Sutton Drive and Bala Falls Road for the investigation by an OPP Collision Reconstructionist and members of the Traffic Collision Investigation Team.

As a result of an officer's involvement in this incident, the OPP has notified the Special Investigations Unit which has invoked its mandate to investigate.