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Financial Planning Topics Poll Our Financial Planning advertiser, Mark Bowyer, has offered to do more online information evenings in 2026. We would like to know what topics interest you. This poll is anonymous - your contact information will not be given out. If your important topics or questions are not included, feel free to contact Mark directly - see Sponsors section below. |
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Municipal Voting Registration Changes
Elections Ontario has taken over the maintenance of the voters' list. Therefore, the address on your drivers licence (or other Ontario id) will be your primary address and will likely populate into the voters' list automatically. The address of any other property you own will not likely go into the system - you must enter it yourself. The deadline is August 12. After August 12, you can register through the McKellar Township Office. Register or Check Here Have your id ready - first step is to verify your primary address. Then you can add an extra property. |
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EDC Custom Contracting Inc - website
Lakeside Outdoor Living - website
Lakeside Mechanical - website Muskoka Parry Sound Deck and Dock Company - website North Sound Property Maintenance & Management - website |
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On threshold of an historic achievement - 1000 acres in reach We have a unique opportunity to expand the MapleCross Morris Nature Reserve with an additional 82-acres. This expansion adds significantly to the existing 200-acre reserve and it represents a major leap for our organization: This acquisition will bring the Magnetawan Watershed Land Trust to a total of 995 acres of permanently protected land.
To help us cross this finish line, the Ontario Conservation Accelerator has issued a challenge to our community. They have pledged $25,000 to make this expansion a reality, and have challenged us to match their contribution. Every dollar you donate today will be matched 1:1 by this grant. This is a powerful opportunity to double your impact and ensure this land is protected forever. |
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Get Ready to Prune
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As the snow vanishes and the buds swell, it’s time to prune many of our trees, shrubs, and vines. Clean and sharpen your pruning tools and remove deadwood, broken branches, and branches that are rubbing together. To avoid spreading diseases, sanitize your pruners with alcohol between trees.
Most fruit trees and shrubs can also be pruned for shape and airflow now, before their leaf buds open. They bloom on new growth, so your pruning will help concentrate their energy without reducing their productivity. To learn more, I recommend the Ontario resource Orchard People.
However, trees and shrubs that bloom on last year’s growth should not be shaped yet, since they’ve already made their flower buds. These include lilacs, willows, forsythia, dogwoods, spicebush, and spring-blooming witch-hazel, among others. If in doubt, look it up!
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One thing
you CAN prune now is your Hydrangea paniculata. For a hydrangea deep-dive, check
out our interview with C.L. Fornari, author of Hydrangea Happiness. |
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Georgian Bay Bioshpere
Energy Specialist
Energy Savings Support Program
An Energy Savings Support Program to help residents have healthier, safer, and more durable homes while also reducing energy costs. They can provide expert guidance and help you apply to rebates and support programs that offer home upgrades – completely for free!
Fill out the form below to be connected with an Energy Specialist who can provide:
- Rebate application support: direct assistance preparing and interpreting applications for rebates and support programs.
- Expert guidance: general energy efficiency and energy conservation knowledge
- Household energy use: how all parts of a home or cottage, from insulation to heating and appliances, work towards energy efficiency.
- Up-to-date rebate information: direct answers on available and relevant rebates and support programs that can help you access energy-saving upgrades.
https://form.jotform.com/260393917445262
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CALLING ALL CRAFTY & FIX-IT PEOPLE
Hate seeing good items go to the landfill? Love to extend the life of items? We are looking for volunteer 'fixers' to help at Repair Cafes!
Fixer Kelly said: "This has been such a rewarding event series. I love making a difference by keeping things out of landfills and helping people gain new skills. It's fun to hear the stories behind the things that are brought in, and I enjoy the challenge and creativity in finding a way to fix them."
There is no expectation for volunteers to be ‘experts’ or to guarantee fixes.
Please email us at info@georgianbaybiosphere.com or give us a call at 705.774.0978 Editors Note: The MLCA applauds the work of the GBB and our McKellar Public Library for hosting one of last year's Repair Cafes in McKellar. We are excited to work with the Library in the planning of McKellar's next Cafe in the Fall. |
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Nature Conservancy
NatureTalks: easy ways to be an everyday eco-hero
Wednesday, April 22nd — 5:30 6:30pm (EST)
Spend Earth Day with other nature lovers from across Canada at this free, virtual NatureTalks event. Discover simple, practical actions you can take at home that make a meaningful impact for nature. After the event, you’ll also receive an Earth Day Action Guide with more small, everyday ideas to help the planet thrive. |
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Habour Concert - April 19 7pm 
Euchre every Friday 7pm
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Currently seeking summer students and one full-time position in Public Works. Visit the website for full details and how to apply.
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AN EVENING WITH THE RED DIRT SKINNERS |
Saturday - April 25 Mary Street Centre |
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Pickleball Update
Please note the changes to PICKLEBALL starting October 28th
Tuesdays 9:00-10:00 am Beginners and Soft Play
Tuesdays 10:00am-12:00pm Intermediate and Advanced
Wednesdays 7:00-9:00pm Competitive
Fridays 1:00-2:00 pm Beginners and Soft Play
Fridays 2:00-4:00pm Intermediate and Advanced See Facebook post for explanation of levels
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Check the website for the 2026 Event List |
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L. M. Chimney Service Discount Members will get a $50 discount on Chimney Sweeping Contact steve@mlca.ca to find out how to get the discount |
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PO Box 77, 655 Highway 124, McKellar, ON P0G 1C0 |
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