2022 Municipal Election

Your vote is crucial – and it’s online!

On October 24, 2022, be sure to vote. It’s the most important thing we can do as a community to protect the future of Muskoka. This year voters will be able to cast their vote online or by telephone. You may vote anytime between October 17 and 24. You will receive a Voter Information Letter in the mail at your permanent address sometime in September. You need this to vote!

Your councillor is your voice on council. If you are a strong advocate for protecting Muskoka, your councillor should be too. Be sure that your vote goes to someone who prioritizes responsible development, environmental protection and strong fiscal management.

Vote to:

End excessive tree clearing and blasting like on Sugarloaf Island

Stop residential subdivisions masquerading as resorts on our shorelines – 27 km of Muskoka shoreline are at risk without strong resort development policies

Protect nature and our lakes

Promote watershed management to mitigate flooding

Ensure more effective by-law enforcement

Ensure transparent budgets and more effective use of your tax dollars

Promote a year-round economy, with high-speed internet and affordable housing

Address irresponsible short term rentals

Prevent council conflicts of interest

Preserve the long-term value of your Muskoka investment

Take a stand for Muskoka

Cottage owners, their spouses and renters will be able to vote on-line or by phone. You must be 18+ years old and a Canadian citizen. You may vote in every municipality in Ontario where you own property so you may vote in both your home and your cottage municipal elections. You must be registered to vote.

Meet the Endorsed Candidates

There are many candidates who share a love for Muskoka and are passionate about making a difference in their community. We believe the following candidates are best suited to find solutions to the critical issues facing Muskoka today. Please vote to keep Muskoka, Muskoka and to preserve what is so special about this place we all love. Vote for the birds, the trees, the lakes and your grandchildren. Thank you!

Please note that in the Township of Muskoka Lakes you may vote for 1 Mayoral candidate and 2 Township Councillor candidates in your ward. The District Councillors in all 3 wards have been acclaimed.

Check this interactive map to determine which ward your property is located in.

Check back soon for more information on candidates.