Economic Development Updates
October 1, 2019
Funding Opportunities
YOUTH PROGRAMMING FUND
Local community groups, sport organizations or individuals are invited to apply to the Township of Lake of Bays' Youth Fund for financial assistance to host events, activities or programs for youth under the age of 18 in the Township of Lake of Bays. Funding is subject to Council’s approval as part of the 2020 budget deliberations.
 
Deadline: Friday, November 8 th , 2019
 
Contact: Jennifer Clancy at 705-635-2272 ext. 235 or jclancy@lakeofbays.on.ca .
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION GRANT
The Digital Transformation grant offered by Ontario BIA Association (OBIAA)provides $2,500 to each qualifying small main street Ontario business to purchase and adopt digital tools and technologies.

Application: Create an account on Digital Main Street to get started

Deadline: December 31, 2019 (ongoing intake - while funds last)
Tourism
DESTINATION ONTARIO (ONTARIO TRAVEL) IN LAKE OF BAYS
Lake of Bays has been selected as a photoshoot location by Destination Ontario ( Ontario Travel) to capture beautiful scenic landscapes, fall colours, and quaint small town charm.

Destination Ontario is a government agency created in 1999 to partner with Ontario tourism operators to showcase Ontario as a four-season must-see travel destination at home and internationally. The assets captured during this shoot may be used in future Ontario Travel content, including television, digital and print campaigns. The Township of Lake of Bays and local tourism organizations such as Muskoka Tourism and Explorers’ Edge will also be provided access to the assets from the photoshoot for use in communication.
MUSKOKA TOURISM FEATURES LAKE OF BAYS COMMUNITIES

Check out these features by Muskoka Tourism and share with your networks!

Have you ever felt immediately at home in a place you have never been? Welcome to Dwight…

You’ve been warned – Baysville is sure to leave you spellbound!
Upcoming Events
PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE - ZONING BY-LAW REVIEW

What do you think your community should look like?

As required, under Section 26(9) of the Planning Act, the Township of Lake of Bays is reviewing and consolidating its two existing zoning by-laws (Development Permit By-law 2004-180 and Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2004-181) and creating a new Community Planning Permit System (CPPS) to implement the policies of the Township’s Official Plan. This system will clearly identify development rules and requirements applicable throughout the entire Township.
Public Open House #1

When: Friday, October 4, 2019, 6-9pm

Where: Dwight Community Centre
1014 Dwight Beach Rd., Dwight, ON P0A 1H0
Public Open House #2

When: Saturday, October 5, 2019, 9am-12pm

Where: Dwight Community Centre
1014 Dwight Beach Rd., Dwight, ON P0A 1H0
Statutory Public Meeting

When: Tuesday, October 29, 2019, 10am

Where: Municipal Office, Council Chambers, 1012 Dwight Beach Rd., Dwight, ON P0A 1H0
For a list of all upcoming events, check out the

Please feel free to share this information with anyone who may be interested.

Kind regards,

Jennifer Clancy

TOWNSHIP OF LAKE OF BAYS | Economic Development
Tel: 705-635-2272 ext.235 |  Email Jennifer