The Township of Algonquin Highlands is a wonderful place to live, and we work hard to ensure a variety of services to our residents.
- Haliburton-Stanhope Municipal Airport, including a variety of aviation-related annual events
- Animal licensing and control, including a resource for lost and found pets
- Building permits
- Septic permits
- By-law enforcement services
- Care and administration of cemeteries in the geographic township of Stanhope
- Fire services and first responder services by a dedicated team of trained volunteers
- Waste management services, including five waste disposal sites and a comprehensive recycling program
- Community centres available for rent for private and public functions such as meetings, parties, workshops, dances and weddings
- A fully appointed recreation centre
- Numerous area attractions, including the Dorset Lookout Tower and Hawk Lake Log Chute
- Parks, playgrounds, sports fields and beaches
- Boat access facilities at 26 lakes throughout the region
- A variety of recreation programs for all ages
- Annual events that celebrate the heritage and culture of the area
- An extensive system of water, hiking, x-country ski and snowshoe trails
- Two heritage museums
- Advise and assistance with land use planning issues
- Road construction and maintenance
- A variety of options for payment of property taxes
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