Carnegie Library parking lot entrance and sidewalk now open

UPDATE (March 24, 2025) - The laneway from Manitoba Street to the Carnegie Library Parking Lot that is situated between the Carnegie Library building (94 Manitoba Street) and the Service Canada building (98 Manitoba Street) has reopened to vehicles and pedestrians.

The sidewalk leading from the library parking lot to Manitoba Street, located between the library and The Old Station Restaurant (88 Manitoba Street), is also open.

BRACEBRIDGE, ON (March 12, 2025) – Effective immediately, the Town of Bracebridge is temporarily closing the laneway from Manitoba Street to the Carnegie Library Parking Lot that is situated between the historic Carnegie Library building (94 Manitoba Street) and the Service Canada building (98 Manitoba Street) to vehicles and pedestrians. Additionally, the sidewalk leading from the library parking lot to Manitoba Street, located between the library and The Old Station Restaurant (88 Manitoba Street), will also be closed. These measures have been put in place as a precaution due to the risk of falling ice from the buildings. Barricades have been put in place to block the impacted areas.

The community is advised to follow all on-site signage and use alternative entrances and sidewalks until further notice. The public may continue to use the alternate entrance to the library parking lot via Kimberley Avenue.

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About Bracebridge – The Town of Bracebridge is located in the Heart of Muskoka, the epitome of Canada’s Cottage Country.  With a population in excess of 17,000 permanent residents that doubles during the summer months, the community has a diversified economy that is highlighted by strong construction, hospitality and professional sectors. Bracebridge is the steward of the cottage country brand and is teaching the world the power of living the Muskoka lifestyle in its spirit, the arts, food, home and recreation. The Town is positioned on the 45th parallel, halfway between the Equator and the North Pole, and is recognized as Santa’s summer home.




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