Media Releases

The Town of Bracebridge’s Emergency Control Group continues to monitor the outcome of the weekend’s freezing rain event and hazards it caused. Public Works crews have been working tirelessly to maintain road operations and are focusing on removing tree debris. The Significant Weather Event will remain in effect until further notice.

The Town of Bracebridge has ended the Significant Weather Event effective Thursday, April 10.

The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has updated the weather condition statement bulletin to a Flood Warning due to the forecasted precipitation.

The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has issued a Flood Watch bulletin for the Black River and North Branch of the Muskoka River.

The Town of Bracebridge is committed to supporting local businesses during a challenging economic time and will be engaging with local businesses through a business retention and expansion (BR&E) visitation plan.

The Town of Bracebridge is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Community Recognition Awards. This annual program celebrates individuals and groups who have made outstanding contributions to the community through service, arts, culture, sports, and more. Nominations will be accepted until Tuesday, May 20.

The Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has issued a Flood Outlook bulletin for Bracebridge-Minden-Parry Sound District in effect until March 21. Runoff to local lakes and rivers is anticipated to increase significantly. As a result, water levels and river flows are expected to rise with increased runoff.

Effective Friday, March 14, the Town of Bracebridge has closed the floating snowmobile bridge over the Muskoka River near 154 Beaumont Drive (MR 16) and 147 Santa’s Village Road (MR 15).

The Bracebridge Fire Department and Muskoka Paramedic Services are pleased to reschedule the door-to-door food drive in support of the Salvation Army South Muskoka Ministries food bank for Monday, March 24 from 6 to 9 p.m.