August 2024

Message from the Mayor

As summer draws to a close and our children prepare to head back to school, I want to take a moment to reflect on the amazing summer we’ve enjoyed here in Tay Township. It’s been a time filled with activity and camaraderie, and I’m excited to see what the new school year brings for our students and their families.

I’m thrilled to share that our Tee Off With Tay, Inaugural Mayor's Charity Golf Tournament, held on August 16th, was a tremendous success. We raised $65,000, thanks to the enthusiastic participation of golfers, dinner guests, volunteers, sponsors, and our dedicated staff. Your support and involvement made this event a remarkable achievement. Please stay tuned for more information on the success and results of this tournament in the coming weeks.

I would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our summer students. We have been fortunate to have you as part of #TeamTay, and your contributions have been greatly valued. Best wishes as you head back to school—your efforts this summer have not gone unnoticed! Remember if you are interested in joining #TeamTay as a summer student be sure to check out tay.ca/jobs for more information.

Also, at the end of August our Tay Township Council and Senior Leadership Team took time to celebrate our amazing hard working and dedicated #TeamTay staff members at the Annual Staff Appreciation Event, held at the Tay Community Rink. Special thanks to the Victoria Harbour Lions Club, for preparing a delicious BBQ, and to staff who had fun playing lawn games, mini putt and a friendly game of softball. It was a great afternoon full of #TeamTay spirit!

With fall around the corner, exciting events and activities are on the horizon! Stay connected with Tay Township through our channels. Sign up for news and updates at tay.ca/subscribe and explore agendas, reports, and more at tay.ca/calendar. Let’s stay informed and engaged!

Until next time, Mayor Ted Walker twalker@tay.ca. 

Upcoming Meetings

Seniors Advisory Commitee Meeting

September 9th at 11:00 a.m.

Heritage Committee Meeting

September 10th at 2:00 p.m.

Horticulture Committee Meeting

September 10th at 2:00 p.m.

Committee of the Whole Meeting

September 11th at 9:00 a.m.

Committee of Adjustment Meeting

September 18th at 6:00 p.m.

Agricultural Advisory Meeting

September 19th at 2:00 p.m.

Council Meeting

September 25th at 7:00 p.m.

Council meeting information and Agendas available at tay.ca/calendar

Reminder! Municipal Office Closed

for Labour Day

The Municipal Office will be closed Monday, September 2 to observe Labour Day. The office will re-open on Tuesday, September 3 at 8:30 a.m. For after-hour emergency service for Water, Wastewater, Roads and Parks call 705-526-5762.

Setting Off Fireworks

this Labour Day Weekend

Reminder! The Townships Fireworks By-law 2011-30 only allows for fireworks to be set off on the following days this long weekend:

• Friday, August 30
• Saturday, August 31
• Sunday, September 1
• Monday, September 2

between 7pm and 11pm.

The discharge of fireworks is strictly prohibited within the municipality outside of these days and hours.

Review the full by-law at tay.ca/bylaws

Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment

Tay Township is recruiting Volunteer Firefighters!

For more information check out the joint Firefighter Recruitment Orientation Guide at tay.ca/fire or contact recruitment@tay.ca. Apply by September 27, 2024.

Tay Township Grants and Donations Program is OPEN for applications!

Eligible groups/Organizations are invited to submit a request for community funding!

The deadline to apply is September 30th!

For details and to apply visit tay.ca/grants.

Registration is OPEN for

Fall Active Living Programs

Registration for Tay Township Fall Active Living Recreation Programs is OPEN!

Register online at tay.ca/register or in-person at the Tay Township municipal office during regular business hours.

Classes start the week of September 16 and include Power Pilates, Yoga, Zumba® and HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) and more!



For more information on our recreation programs contact at recreation@tay.ca or call us at 705-534-7248 x230.

Thank You #TeamTay

Summer Students!

A heartfelt thank you to all of #TeamTay’s summer students for your hard work and enthusiasm. It’s been a pleasure having you with us, and we wish you the very best as you head back to school this fall.

Tay Township proudly offers students hands-on learning experiences and diverse mentorship opportunities designed to support growth and development.

Want to join #TeamTay as a Summer Student? Stay up to date on all job postings at tay.ca/jobs.

After School Program in Tay Provided by BGC North Simcoe

Are you looking for an after-school program? The North Simcoe Boys and Girls Club has you covered with a program at Oakwood Community Centre in Victoria Harbour. Pickup from St. Antoine Daniel & Tay Shores schools included! For more information contact ashleigh@bgcnorthsimcoe.com

Exciting News from the

"Tay" Canada Day Committee!

We are thrilled to share that this year’s “Tay” Canada Day event was a tremendous success, raising an impressive $22,800 for various community organizations! A huge thank you to this amazing committee! 

Visit tay.ca/news to read the full list of where donations were distributed.

The “Tay” Canada Day event continues to be a testament to the power of community spirit. Thanks to the efforts of the committee and the involvement of groups like the Victoria Harbour Lions, Port McNicoll Anglers & Hunters, and the Royal Canadian Legion, they have donated a total of $154,800 to local causes over the years!

Save the date “Tay” Canada Day 2025 takes place June 27-28 at Oakwood Community Park. Visit taycanadaday.ca for more details. 

Dog Tag Reminder!

Be a responsible pet owner and learn more about the licensing and control of dogs within the Township.

Tay Township has a two-dog limit and dogs are required to be immunized against rabies. Multi-year tags are available only for dogs with current valid immunization. Proof of up-to-date immunization and a completed application form are required before a tag will be issued.

Why license your dog?

• If your dog is lost or involved in an emergency, a license provides information needed to contact you.
• Lost dogs are returned home faster and spend less time in our care.
• It is a legal requirement, and you could be fined without a dog license.

For more information regarding canine control and dog tags please contact our Municipal Law Enforcement Team at 705-534-7248 and press option 2 or via email mleo@tay.ca. 

Don't Forget Your 2024 Fire Permit!

Tay Township requires that property owners obtain a fire permit before proceeding with any outdoor fires.

Fire permits, good for the calendar year, can be obtained online, or in person at the municipal office during regular office hours Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Test Your Smoke Alarm Day September 28, 2024

Tay Township is joining communities across Ontario on September 28th by asking everyone to take a minute and to ensure that their smoke alarms are working in their homes. 

As part of Test Your Smoke Alarm Day, all Ontarians are encouraged to learn more about smoke alarms, fire safety, and home fire escape planning, which can save the lives of you and your loved ones. Most importantly, we want you to test you smoke alarms! Learn more: savedbythebeep.ca

Accessibility and Functional Needs Registry 

DYK that the #TayTownship Fire Department launched an Accessibility and Functional Needs Registry for residents who need extra assistance in emergencies.



Read the full media release here - https://ow.ly/6gsq50OZxOX

Fill out the form at tay.ca/AFNR.

Tay Shore Trail Rules Reminder

General Rules of Etiquette:

• Expect and respect other trail users.
• Stay on the trail! Respect neighbouring landowners by staying off private property.
• Take only pictures leave only footprints and leave the trail as you found it.
• Please place garbage in the receptacles provided - help to keep the trail clean.
• Keep to the right to allow other users to pass on your left.
• Wheels give way to heels - please be mindful of users who are going at a slower pace than you.
• Maintain control of your pets. Dogs must be leashed at all times.
• Stoop and Scoop is mandatory!
• Use extra caution at access points and yield to traffic when crossing roads.
• Avoid making excessive noise.
• Obey all posted regulatory signs. Use trails only according to the permitted uses indicated on the signage, pursuant to Township By-law.
• Motorized vehicles including but not limited to snowmobiles, dirt bikes, ATVs, and power assisted bicycles (E-bikes) are NOT permitted on the trail.

For more information, please visit tay.ca/bylaws or tay.ca/trail

Trailer Parking in Tay Township

Trying to find a spot to park your trailer at the Albert Street Boat Launch? Parking on side streets throughout Victoria Harbour is available. Be sure to read road signs to determine if trailer parking is permitted before you park. More info at tay.ca/boatlaunch.

Hertitage Committee Update

Tay Township Public Library Update

A huge thank you to everyone who participated in this year's Summer Reading Club! Tie and all the library staff had so much fun planning the programs and reading your boarding passes. The winner of the grand prize draw came to pick up her new space backpack and loved everything inside. Isla starts school next week and was thrilled.

Our Tay Library Day at Wye Marsh was a huge success! Thank you Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre and Johanna for a great Wet N' Scaly show, Sonic and Speedy are Troopers and surprisingly fast!

Calling all Vendors!

Our Library Festive Fundraiser is booked for Sunday, November 3, 10am - 3pm at the Oakwood Community Centre in Victoria Harbour!

This seasonal craft show is planned and hosted by the Marjorie Young Volunteer Association (MYVA) and library staff in support of Tay Township Public Library. Join us for a warm drink, check some names off your shopping list, or treat yourself!  If you are interested in becoming a vendor, the registration fee is $30 plus a donation to the prize table, all proceeds go to the MYVA group to support Library programs and special collections. For more information on becoming a vendor and to register please pop into a branch to pick up a copy of the registration form or send us an email! 

We have lots of new programming coming back and happening in September! Read all the details in our September Newsletter.

Don't miss out on another Library event - subscribe to our newsletter, click here and fill out the form. There is so much more in branch, don't take our word for it, plan to visit your Library today.

Terry Fox Run in the

Heart of Georgian Bay

Don't wait! Register now for Terry Fox Day in the Heart of Georgian Bay and secure your spot in this impactful event. Every registration brings us closer to the goal of raising funds for cancer research. Together, we can continue Terry's dream of finding a cure. Register today and make a difference!

Terry Fox Day in the Heart of Georgian Bay

Date: Sunday, September 15, 2024

Location: Perkinsfield Park, Tiny

Learn More: https://bit.ly/m/HoGBTFR

Workshop: Poison Pie, Other Fungi & Parasitic Plants

Sunday, September 8, 2024, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

A fascinating 2-hour workshop, shining the spotlight on deadly sac fungi, jelly fungi, gilled mushrooms, slime molds and parasitic plants. Learn about their ecological roles, and the incredible communication networks they form. Enjoy a guided tour and make your own "spore print" to take home!

For more information, visit the Wye Marsh.

Doors Open Ontario event at Discovery Harbour offers

FREE Admission on September 14 and 15, 2024.

This immersive experience provides a rare opportunity to explore the historical treasures of Discovery Harbour for free, making it the perfect weekend activity for families, history buffs, and the community.

About Doors Open Ontario: Doors Open Ontario is a provincewide heritage tourism program that gives the public free access to explore fascinating heritage properties across Ontario. It showcases the buildings, natural spaces, infrastructure, and cultural landscapes that shape and define our communities.

For more information, visit Discovery Harbour.

A Message from Tay Township

Fire and Emergency Services

© The Corporation of the Township of Tay

450 Park Street, PO Box 100

Victoria Harbour, ON L0K 2A0

Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone: 705-534-7248

Fax: 705-534-4493

www.tay.ca