Your Chamber asked for input from Chamber Members on Thursday, Nov 21 when the HST holiday was proposed but not yet passed and immediately called on the Ontario Chamber to release a statement. We called out the burden of the HST Tax Holiday on November 29 by adding our comments to that of the OCC's [...]
Profile: Uncover the expertise of Groundworks to protect your home's foundation A leaky basement or cracks in the foundation of your home cannot be ignored. The team at Groundworks can find the problem and provide a long-term solution to protect your biggest asset. Then you can get back to enjoying your safe and comfortable home. [...]
PROST! HERE’S TO GOOD TIMES AT OKTOBERFEST MUSKOKA 2024 The most uber way you can support our local community this fall is to join the super fun at Oktoberfest Muskoka the weekend of October 25th. “It’s a party not to miss but it’s so much more than that,” says Norah Fountain, Executive Director of [...]
It’s Back, Better than Ever: Muskoka Summit on the Environment 2024 Take a moment to imagine what you want the Muskoka landscape to look like in 40 years—what do you see? Join Muskoka Watershed Council on October 4th to shape that future together. Muskoka Watershed Council reintroduces the biennial Muskoka Summit on the Environment with [...]
Northforce Contracting Ltd. offers high-end quality and strict accountability Celebrating 25 years in business, Northforce Contracting Ltd. has now expanded into Muskoka. They specialize in custom exteriors for residential and commercial projects. "We recognize there is a shortage of skilled trades in the area," says William Brown, Managing Director and 15-year employee of Northforce Contracting. [...]
Proudly Serving the Muskoka Region Since 2005 iDIG has helped clients of all sizes across Canada since 2005. As a technology-based organization, we continue to evolve and grow to keep our clients ahead of the competition. Approximately eight years ago we were requested to work with several Muskoka-based clients and we have continued to expand [...]
Misko-Aki: Confluence of Cultures Exhibit at Muskoka Discovery Centre Draws National Acclaim with Canadian Museums Association Award The acclaimed Misko-Aki: Confluence of Cultures exhibit at the Muskoka Discover Centre has won the centre an award for Outstanding Achievement in Exhibitions from the Canadian Museums Association (CMA). There were more than 25 organizations under consideration in [...]
What should Canada's 2024 budget prioritize? Productivity, Innovation, Growth, Debt Relief and Better Support for Rural Regions, says Chambers from across Ontario (April 4, 2024) – As Canada grapples with global economic headwinds and declining competitiveness, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC), supported by input from the Muskoka Lakes Chamber, has released its 2024 Budget [...]
Thank you for all who came out to Inspire Inclusion in Muskoka on Int'l Women's Day March 8, 2024. 160 attendees and volunteers came out to learn about why it's important to Inspire Inclusion and hear possible approaches on Friday, March 8, 2024 at the Terry Fox Auditorium in Gravenhurst. Thank you to everyone, [...]
Chamber: Productivity Must be Front and Centre in Ontario’s 2024 Budget 2024 Provincial Budget Recommendations from the Muskoka Lakes Chamber and Ontario Chamber of Commerce (Muskoka/Toronto – March 14, 2024) – Ontario’s economic prosperity is threatened by inflation, infrastructure backlogs, regulatory barriers, skills gaps, and fears of a slowing economy. To address these challenges, chambers across [...]