Parks, Rec & Trails

The Township of Algonquin Highlands is seeking volunteer coaches for the Stanhope Soccer League for the summer of 2026!

Special Council meetings for the deliberation of the 2026 Algonquin Highlands Budget will take place Monday, February 23 and Tuesday, February 24, commencing at 9 a.m. 

Please note that both the upper and lower floor of the Dorset Recreation Centre are re-opened to the public as of Thursday, Feb. 19, following the installation of a new accessible lift at the facility. This means the public has access to the gymnasium, squash court, fitness room and changerooms/washrooms. 

The next regular meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council takes place this Thursday, February 19 commencing at 9 a.m. You can view the agenda, which includes a link to the livestream, here.

Please note the AH Trails Office at 20130 Highway 35 will be OPEN for Family Day on Monday, February 16. 

The 34^th annual Dorset Snowball Winter Carnival takes place this weekend on Feb. 13 and 14. 

The Township of Algonquin Highlands is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from qualified aviation-related businesses interested in establishing operations at the Stanhope Municipal Airport, a registered aerodrome serving the region as an important transportation and economic asset.

Please note the Township of Algonquin Highlands Administrative Office at 1123 North Shore Road will be closed on Monday, February 16 for Family Day. The office will re-open to the public at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17. 

The Township of Algonquin Highlands is now hiring for a variety of seasonal positions for the upcoming spring and summer months. Many of these positions are ideal for students and young people and include opportunities to work outdoors.