Service Disruption

Please note that all Township of Algonquin Highlands waste disposal sites will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, May 18. Please remember to bring your pink Landfill User ID Card with you. 

Please note the Township of Algonquin Highlands Administrative Office and Dorset Recreation Centre will both be CLOSED on Monday, May 18 in observance of Victoria Day. The office and the DRC will re-open for their regular operating hours on the morning of Tuesday, May 19. 

The Township of Algonquin Highlands is implementing a Sewage System Maintenance Inspection Program (SSMIP) for its residents to help preserve and protect surface water and groundwater quality, in accordance with By-Law No. 2026-41. 

The Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower will open for the 2026 season this Friday, May 15 at 10 a.m. Come and experience one of the most breath-taking vistas in Ontario cottage country! If you've never ascended the Tower before, make 2026 the year you do!

The next municipal election will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026.  Elections Ontario is now responsible for maintaining the Permanent Register of Elections for Ontario municipal elections. You may access the Elections Ontario Register to Vote portal here for more information and to register and/or confirm your information. 

Please note that half-load restrictions on Township of Algonquin Highlands roadways have been lifted as of Thursday, May 7.

A reminder that all Township of Algonquin Highlands waste disposal sites have transitioned to summer hours as of Friday, May 1. Please remember to bring your pink Landfill User ID Card with you.

Please note that the West Beetle Lake Trail off Algonquin Outfitters Road will be closed until further notice. Visitors can still access the East Trail. Thank you for your patience. 

With nets installed, please note that tennis, basketball and pickleball are now available at the Stanhope Courts at 1095 North Shore Road. The swings have also been installed at the park. 

Please note that all Township of Algonquin Highlands waste disposal sites will transition to summer hours beginning this Friday, May 1. Please remember to bring your pink Landfill User ID Card with you.