The Muskoka Lakes Association supports Muskoka’s lengthy boating history and we advocate for safe and respectful boating on all Muskoka waterways.
The following links serve as a useful resource to our members and the Muskoka boating community.
Transport Canada (TC) is responsible for developing and maintaining the regulations, standards, policies and guidelines related to recreational boating, including licensing. Please see the guide for complete knowledge on how to obtain your PCL
Canadian boating regulations change frequently. The Muskoka Lakes Association encourages boaters to stay up-to-date on current boating regulations.
At the Muskoka Lakes Association, we encourage the safe and respectful use of Muskoka’s waterways. The following position statements highlight the MLA’s perspective on issues relevant to the Muskoka boating community.
The Government of Canada offers recreational boaters a wide range of useful resources related to boating safety, navigation, vessel registration and enforcement.
The #1 mission of Safe Quiet Lakes is to make the Muskoka lakes safer and quieter to ensure the sustainable enjoyment of a treasured shared resource. Safe Quiet Lakes was formed in 2011 by representatives of lake associations in Central Ontario. They work collaboratively with lake community stakeholders to promote safer and quieter lakes.