Muskoka Lakes Association ("MLA") was established in 1894 in what is now the District of Muskoka on Ontario, Canada. It is Canada's oldest continuously operating cottage association. The MLA represents cottagers' interests in a variety of manners designed to promote the responsible enjoyment and conservation of the lakes in Muskoka.
| Company type | Non-Profit |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1894 in Muskoka, Ontario, Canada |
| Headquarters | , Canada |
Area served | District of Muskoka |
| Website | https://www.mla.on.ca/ |
Geographic Territory
editThe MLA is based in Port Carling, the seat of the Township of Muskoka Lakes, but MLA is considerably older than the Township of Muskoka Lakes, which bears a similar name; its endeavors are not limited to the geographic area of the Township. MLA operates throughout the district of Muskoka covering the approximately 1600 lakes in all six Area Municipalities: Georgian Bay, Muskoka Lakes, Lake of Bays, Huntsville, Bracebridge, and Gravenhurst.
Activities
editMLA's activities can be divided into two main categories: political and social. MLA represents cottagers' (mostly waterfront property owners') political interests at both the District and Town or Township ("Area Municipalities") level, reporting regularly to its constituents. Politically, the MLA is actively involved in water quality issues.,[1] taxation, and development planning. Socially, MLA sponsors events throughout the year, including regattas, sporting events, agricultural events,[2] and the Antique Boat Show[3] in Gravenhurst. Specific recurring events include:
- Seedling Day
- Antique Boat Show
- Aquatic Regatta
- Mixed Bonspiel
- Sailing Regatta
Size
editMLA has approximately 200 volunteers serving 13,000 cottage members[4]
References
edit- ^ Vipond, Patti (2017-07-24). "Cottage associations working to protect Muskoka's pristine lakes | MuskokaRegion.com". MuskokaRegion.com. Retrieved 2017-09-19.
- ^ "Seedling Day in Muskoka offers an opportunity to buy native plants for your property - My Muskoka Now". www.mymuskokanow.com. Retrieved 2017-09-19.
- ^ "Rambler makes triumphant return at MLA Boat Show | MuskokaRegion.com". MuskokaRegion.com. 2014-08-08. Retrieved 2017-09-19.
- ^ "History and Facts". www.mla.on.ca. Retrieved 2017-09-19.