Lake System Health Survey

Lakes in Muskoka are vital to our community, environment, and economy. Maintaining their health is a shared responsibility that requires collaboration and informed decision-making. The District of Muskoka has “Lake System Health” policies for waterfront development that are based on science and evolving stressors to balance development and environmental protection.

Through the Muskoka Official Plan Comprehensive Review, the District of Muskoka is working to update the Lake System Health policies to address emerging challenges, such as climate change, water quality concerns, and shoreline development.

Whether you live, work or play on lakes in Muskoka, your input is essential to this process. By sharing your perspectives, you help ensure the updated policies are grounded in community needs and priorities. This survey is anonymous, and you’re welcome to skip any questions you prefer not to answer. Thank you for contributing your voice to this important work.

Privacy: The information collected will only be used for the purposes of informing the Lake System Health policy update. If at any time you do not wish to continue, you are under no obligation to participate. Participation in this survey is voluntary. Information gathered as part of this survey process is done so under the authority of Section 28 of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). 

Inclusion Statement: We are here to help and are committed to ensuring that everyone can participate, contribute, and be heard. If you require assistance or need a different survey format, please contact Cassie Emms at 705-645-2100 ext.4467 or MOP@muskoka.on.ca