Welcome to The Town of Gravenhurst

We are glad you have chosen to visit the virtual Gravenhurst Site and welcome you to browse our pages for important information on residential, business and community programs, services, issues and information.

PUBLIC NOTICES AND UPDATES

Final Budget March 2, 2010

Request for Expressions of Interest for Licensed Dock Slips at Muskoka Wharf

Proposed Amendments to the Burning Control By-law 2005-208

Proposed Amendments to the Dog Control By-law 87-183

Re-location of Recreation and Community Services Offices

Invitation for Comments regarding the New Skate Park

Notice to Members of the Public wishing to serve on the Gravenhurst Accessibility Advisory Committee

Centennial Centre Expansion and Aquatic Facility Update

Town of Gravenhurst

Burning Control By-law 2005-208

and

Dog Control By-law 87-183

The Town of Gravenhurst has recently completed an extensive Ward boundary review.   Electoral boundaries have been adopted by by-law resulting in better representation by population.

As a result of the new ward boundaries, there is a spin off to other existing by-laws including the Town’s Burning Control By-law and the Dog Control By-law.   Subsequently, it is necessary to amend the existing two by-laws to reflect these changes.

An introduction to  the Dog Control By-law amendment and the Burning Control By-law amendment has been made to the Corporate Services Committee.  The Committee has instructed staff to advertise the above proposals and to seek public input with regards to the amendments.  You may view the proposals on the Town’s website at or visit the Town office to view the street listing and maps for the revised Dog Control and Burning Control amendements.

If you currently reside in an area that prohibits burning or restricts each household to two dogs, there is no change.  However, all residents bordering the previous mentioned areas should view the map and street listing to see if you now have been included in the no burning area or the two dogs per household area. The proposed amendments were presented via Memo to Committee for the Dog Control and Burning Control By-laws.

If you have any questions regarding the proposed amendments please contact to James Wouters, Chief Municipal Law Officer at 687-3412 ext. 228.

Please provide comments by noon on March 8, 2010 to: 

                                      Candace Thwaites - Town Clerk

                                      190 Harvie Street

                                      Gravenhurst, ON

                                      P1P 1S9

                                       or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 NOTICE

INVITATION

 to an

 Information Session

regarding the Skate Park.

 The Skate Park is to undergo minor modifications due to the Centennial Centre Expansion & Aquatic Facility Project and we would like input from the students.

Meeting to take place at the

Gravenhurst High School on

Thursday March 11, 2010 @ 11:30 a.m.

  Thank You.

NOTICE TO MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC 
WISHING TO SERVE ON THE GRAVENHURST
 ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE 

The Gravenhurst Accessibility Advisory Committee (GAAC) invites applications from members of the public who are interested in serving on the committee representing residents of Gravenhurst.

The GAAC is seeking volunteers from across the Municipality to serve on the Committee. Individuals with or without a disability, or anyone who may have family members who are disabled, are encouraged to apply. 

The main purposes and activities of the Accessibility Advisory Committee are:

·         To advise Council on the preparation, implementation and effectiveness of its annual accessibility plan

·         To advise Council on other accessibility related issues within the Municipality 

·         To promote and enhance public awareness with respect to accessibility issues

Applicant Eligibility:

·         must be a resident of Gravenhurst

·         over the age of 18 years

·         not employed by the Town of Gravenhurst

If you are interested or would like more information about the GAAC and its activities, please visit the Town website at www.gravenhurst.ca. Members of the public interested in serving on the Committee should submit a letter to the undersigned expressing interest no later than April 01, 2010.

Candace Thwaites, Clerk

Town of Gravenhurst

190 Harvie St., Gravenhurst, ON P1P 1S9

email – This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

2010 is going to be an exciting year in Canada and in Gravenhurst.  The arrival of the Olympic Torch has kicked off 2010 in Gravenhurst and we are inviting you to Catch the Spiirt!

Help us welcome the Ontario Winter Games from March 4 - 7th, 2010 - over 3,500 athletes will be participating in a variety of sport across Muskoka and you can have a front row seat to watch or be part of the action by volunteering.  For more information visit - www.2010ontariowintergames2010.ca

The Gravenhurst Winter Carnival is back by popular demand and will be running from March 5 - 7, 2010 as well with the main activity happening on Saturday, March 6th.  Check out Bed Races, Donut eating on a string, Doggie Dash, Nail Driving, Face Painting, Live Music and Entertainment at the Opera House and Legion, Snow Sculptures and so much more!!!  To be part of the action or to register for events, contact Amy Taylor at 687-34127 ext 227 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

And don't forget the G8 Summit happening on June 25 & 26th in Muskoka at Deerhurst Resort.