Media Releases

The Town of Bracebridge is promoting water safety during National Drowning Prevention Week (NDPW), from July 20 to 26. Organized by the Lifesaving Society, this annual initiative aims to raise awareness about drowning risks and promote safe behaviour in and around water. This year’s theme is Safer Together and aims to raise awareness around the importance of not swimming or boating alone.

Today, Mayor Maloney and members of Council unveiled a new story on the Storybook Trail at Woodchester, a Bracebridge 150 legacy project.

The Town of Bracebridge and District Municipality of Muskoka will implement on-street parking restrictions, road closures and detours from July 18 to 20 to help facilitate traffic to the Muskoka Arts and Crafts Summer Show taking place in Annie Williams Memorial Park.

The Town of Bracebridge will begin its annual roadside mowing program at the end of June to help reduce tall roadside vegetation areas to improve drainage and visibility for the safety of motorists, cyclists and pedestrians along approximately 300 kilometres of municipal roads.

he Ministry of Natural Resources is advising area residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety Bulletin is in effect until Friday, July 4 for the Muskoka River Watershed and Black River. Please exercise caution while around bodies of water. A Water Safety rating indicates that high flows, or other factors could be dangerous, but flooding is not expected.

Beginning in July, the Town of Bracebridge is constructing a new signalized pedestrian crossover on Clearbrook Trail at the intersection of Windsong Crescent and Rosemead Close. Temporary lane closures may take place during the construction period.

The Town of Bracebridge is making it easier than ever for local teens to stay active, have fun, and connect with friends this summer, now, with double the activities. The Recreation Department is excited to offer the Summer Youth Pass, giving students aged 13 to 17 unlimited access to a wide range of recreation amenities and drop-in activities for only $50.

Due to Canada Day on Tuesday, July 1, several Town facilities will be closed. 

The Bracebridge Fire Department has kicked off their annual door-to-door smoke and carbon monoxide alarm campaign. Every Monday night from 7 to 9 p.m. until the end of September, uniformed firefighters will visit neighbourhoods in the urban areas of Bracebridge to promote fire safety by encouraging homeowners to check their alarms. Firefighters will not be entering homes.

Environment Canada is forecasting a multi-day heat event that may start Saturday and last until at least the middle of next week. Temperatures could reach up to 32°C with humidex values that could reach up to the low forties.