LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR CANDIDATES HERE

Why is the Chamber providing this info? Your Chamber does not endorse any candidate, but we want to help you be informed.

Watch the Mayoral question panel here (starting 5:28):  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hoDCx9MSfA

Opening Remarks by the Mayoral Candidates start at 5:28 on this video (the video opens with Welcome Remarks from the Chamber and acknowledgment of all present Candidates).

Watch THIS space for written answers to your questions that all Candidates (even those who are already acclaimed) were asked.

 

QUESTIONS IN FOUR CATEGORIES 1) Housing and Talent 2) Doing Business in Muskoka Lakes 3) Economic Development and Collaboration and, 4) Equal Opportunity and Seasonality.

PLEASE DON’T SHOOT THE MESSENGER: We recognize some of the questions submitted by the public might sting a bit with some of our Chamber Members in different sectors. We had promised all questions could be asked and please understand that questions posed may not reflect any position, perception (or lack of knowledge) of the Chamber.

You Asked. They Answered (most did).

Please download a file of each Candidate’s answers in their own section in one file. Responses have been placed alphabetically by last name.

>Responses from Mayoral Candidates: Download PDF > Mayoral Candidate ResponsesOct10_

>Responses from Ward A Candidates (Walkers Point to just past Bala area): Download Response PDF> Ward A Candidate Responses Oct8_-1

>Responses from Ward B Candidates (Milford Bay, Raymond, Utterson, Windermere areas). Download Response PDF> WARD B Candidate Responses_

>Responses from Ward C Candidates (Glen Orchard to Minett and Port Carling area): Ward C Candidate by Candidate ResponsesFinal_

Unsure if you are in Ward A (1); Ward B (2) or Ward C (3)? Just enter your address in Muskoka Votes by Clicking Here >

or view the map below.

          Muskoka Lakes Township is made up of Wards A, B & C shown above.

 

The Muskoka Lakes Chamber is proud to be the voice of business in our region. Our mandate includes ensuring our Member concerns are heard by potential incoming Councillors.

Thank you for your questions you submitted by Sept. 24.

KEY MUNICIPAL ELECTION DATES:

October 17, 8am: Electronic Online and Phone Voting starts. As a registered voter, you should receive a Voter Information Letter, outlining your on-line voting options.

October 24: Vote until 8pm: Election Day. Cast your vote… affect your future!

You can see the list of Candidates on the Township web site by clicking here. Sandra Morris and Daniel Simmonds have withdrawn their candidacy but their names will still appear on ballots.

Strong businesses and non-profit organizations build strong communities. The Chamber is here to be your voice, represent our businesses, sustain business, and be your partner in recovery.

MUSKOKA LAKES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE DOES NOT ENDORSE ANY CANDIDATE.

HOW TO VOTE:

First, Are you on the VOTER’S LIST? If you rent or own property in Muskoka Lakes (even if you own property elsewhere), you get to voice your choice for political representation for the next four-year term in Muskoka Lakes Township.

Check the Township page for Voter and Candidate Info: https://www.muskokalakes.ca/en/town-hall/municipal-elections.aspx

Important: Electronic voting begins October 17th. You can register to vote right up until Election Day, October 24 at 8pm (but we recommend you register early as you will need a PIN code to cast your vote).