Muskoka Airport - MSC Flight Plan

✈ What is a Municipal Services Corporation (MSC)?

A Municipal Services Corporation (MSC) is created by a municipality to manage specific services or assets.

For the Muskoka Airport, an MSC would allow the airport to operate more independently, with the flexibility to make business decisions more quickly, similar to how private companies operate.

Airports operate in competitive environments, that’s why we need to align ourselves for success. As Muskoka continues to grow - we need to ensure the airport remains a strong economic driver for our communities.

🔗 Learn more: See our Backgrounder and Answers to Your Questions

✈ What’s Happening Now? View the Final Business Study

February 2025: A staff report summarizing public consultation feedback, financial considerations, and next steps will be presented to the Finance and Corporate Services Committee (FCS) on February 19, 2025. Stay tuned for updates on this page.

🔗 Read the Staff Report to be presented Committee on February 19, 2025

🔗 Read the Final Business Study (Report Appendix)

🔗 Watch the meeting online on February 19, 2025

✈ Flight Plan Survey – What You Told Us

From October 22 to November 29, 2024, the Flight Plan Survey was open a key initiative as part of the District's public consultation process to gather community feedback on the potential transition of Muskoka Airport to an MSC.

🔗 What You Told Us - Flight Plan Survey results are in!

Over five weeks, 235 participants shared their perspectives in the Flight Plan Survey.

We heard from aviation professionals, airport and industry partners, local businesses and members of our communities - thank you for your valuable time and input. Watch for updates and next steps on this page.

🔗 Learn more: View survey results and read the full Report on the District's website

✈ Understanding the MSC Proposal - Answers

We heard you - through our public consultation, you asked for more information and clarity on key topics related to the potential MSC transition. We have answers, resources and information to the most frequently asked questions we heard from the Flight Plan Survey and focus groups.

Budget and Financial Statements
See financial reports and budgets to understand funding and cost implications. 🔗 Learn more

Airport Master Plan
This plan outlines the airport's future direction and priorities for growth. 🔗 Read the Plan

Airport Board Terms of Reference
Learn about the roles and responsibilities of the Airport Board of Directors. 🔗 View Terms

Meet the Board
Get to know the experienced professionals leading Muskoka Airport. 🔗 Meet the Members

Current Businesses
See the services and businesses operating at Muskoka Airport. 🔗 Explore Businesses

Future Projects
Muskoka Aircraft Storage is just one example of an exciting development. 🔗 Learn More

Development Options
Dive into detailed infrastructure plans for future airport upgrades. 🔗 Read the Report

Aerospace Growth
Learn about the potential for Gravenhurst’s aerospace sector. 🔗 View Analysis

✈ Why are we exploring an MSC for Muskoka Airport?

Airports operate in competitive environments, and we need to align ourselves for success.

As Muskoka continues to grow - we need to ensure the airport remains a strong economic driver for our communities.

Under the proposed MSC model, the Muskoka Airport lands would remain owned by the District, but have the ability to operate more like a business. An MSC is anticipated to enable faster, more streamlined decision-making, offer enhanced ability to attract investment and development, reduce reliance on public tax dollars and position the airport for future growth and keep it competitive.

🔗 Learn more: Explore the Updated Muskoka Airport MSC Business Case