Letter Template: Stop the MZO at the Muskoka Regional Centre

Click here for a pre-filled and addressed email template. Be sure to personalize the two parts in square brackets before sending. Or, copy and paste from below. Letter Template Copy and Paste Subject Line (Suggested for Email): Opposition to MZO for Muskoka Regional Centre Development Address to: Info@gravenhurst.ca Or copy and paste the following block … Read more

What’s in a Name? Renaming Crane Island to Stowe Island

The Ministry of Natural Resources is currently working on a decision regarding an application to rename Crane Island (Lake Joseph) to Stowe Island. But why Stowe? Let’s talk about the incredible history behind the name. The Story Behind Stowe Island: Honouring Dr. Emily Howard Jennings Stowe Dr. Emily Howard Jennings Stowe was a trailblazer, a … Read more

The 2024 Federal Budget Capital Gains Inclusion Rate Increase

Today we have a guest post written by Mohamed Rizwan Bachani, the President & CEO of Unique Accounting Services. Thank you Mohamed for providing clarity on the new capital gains hike for our clients and followers! Mohamed Rizwan BachaniUnique Accounting Services909 Simcoe St. N., Suite 200Oshawa, ONL1G 4W1Tel: (905) 903-7669Fax: 1-866-209-6945Email: info@uniqueaccountingservices.caWeb: www.uniqueaccountingservices.ca The implications … Read more

MONEY MAKES YOUR WORLD GO ROUND IN MUSKOKA

I was just reviewing some great, simple rules to follow to enjoy and use money well. These are rules shared by Brian Buffini. I follow these rules to the best of my ability. I have found that Brian Buffini is a great coach. What makes a great coach? In my view, it is someone who … Read more

Balancing Growth and Preservation: The Future of Development in Minett, Muskoka

Hey there, Muskoka friends and family! Big things are happening around Lake Rosseau… again! The Minett Muskoka development discussions range from a concept drawing of a giant concert venue discovered online, to the planned redevelopment at Clevelands House. While growth can be exciting, it’s also got many of us wondering: at what cost? How can … Read more

Muskoka Real Estate Spring 2024 Market Report – Waterfront

S U M M A R Y Despite matching the lowest activity in over 20 years, the massive, media-predicted price reductions never came to pass in 2023 for the Muskoka recreational market. On the surface, the sales data suggest that prices increased by roughly 10% from 2022 to 2023. However, activity at the highest end … Read more

Lake Rosseau Concert Venue Concept: Minett’s Latest Environmental Debate

Well… more big news from Minett… a potential new Lake Rosseau concert venue! A field next to the JW Marriott the Rosseau on Lake Rosseau, a space once teeming with wildlife including frogs, deer, and an array of local flora, faces a significant transformation. Recent clear-cutting activities (update – not clear cutting! The low brush … Read more