Notice of Passing - Zoning Bylaw Amendment Z-1/25

Notice of Passing Zoning By-law Amendment

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Ramara passed By-law #2025.26 on April 28, 2025, under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13. This By-law amends the Township of Ramara Zoning By-law 2005.85, as amended.

The applicant applied for these amendments and as per Section 34(18) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended, Notice shall be given to any prescribed person or public body who has the right to appeal...

2025 Council Highlights - April 28

Council Meeting - April 28 Announcements

• Mayor Clarke welcomed the Township's new Director of Infrastructure, Laura Pye, and thanked the Interim Director of Infrastructure, Andrew Schell.
• Mayor Clarke noted that it was the Federal election day and encouraged taking the time to vote.

• Deputy Mayor Bell reported that he had recently returned from a national wrestling championships in Calgary where two youth from Ramara received medals. The club also won the under-15 championship.
• Councillor Bell stated...

Nominations open for Ramara’s 2025 Volunteer Recognition Awards

Immediate Release

Ramara, Ont./ May 1, 2025 – The Township of Ramara's Awards Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Ramara Wall of Fame and Spirit of Ramara awards. Nominations are open until June 27, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.

“Ramara thrives because of the incredible contributions of our residents, groups, and organizations,” said Mayor Basil Clarke. “Our Volunteer Recognition Awards are an opportunity to celebrate the people who make our Township a better place to live, work, and visit. I...

Couchiching Community Safety and Well-Being Survey

The Township of Ramara, City of Orillia, and the Townships of Oro-Medonte and Severn are refreshing the Couchiching Community Safety and Well-Being (CSWB) Plan, and we want your input.

Take the Couchiching Community Safety and Well-Being Survey 

The Couchiching CSWB Plan is our commitment to work together towards improved social outcomes for our residents.

Based on local data and community partner engagement, the updated plan will focus on:

• Housing and Homelessness
• Mental Health and Addiction
• Access...

Update: Water Conservation Notice for Brechin and Lagoon City Ended

Water Conservation Notice Ended – Important Update for Residents

The Township of Ramara and the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) wish to advise users of the Brechin and Lagoon City drinking water system that the Water Conservation Notice issued on April 2, 2025, has now ended (as of April 25, 2025).

Turbidity levels in the raw (lake) water have improved, and treatment operations have stabilized. OCWA will continue to monitor the water quality closely. If conditions change, the Township will...