File consists of minutes for the annual meeting, Aug. 11, 1930, pamphlet.

File consists of material relating to meetings of the Committee on Land Use, Taxation and Highways for 1979 and 1980. Includes minutes of meetings from January 1979 to November 1980. Also present are meeting agendas, handwritten notes, lists of committee members, correspondence from Commitee vice-chair Ian Colquhoun, and other accompanying material.

File consists of minutes for the annual meeting, Aug. 13, 1928, mimeograph ts. Also contains minutes of the Executive Committee for July 14, 1928, ts. original.

File consists of a brochure and a rate schedule for the Lake Rosseau Resort.

File consists of minutes for the annual meeting, Aug. 8, 1927, mimeograph ts.

File consists of material relating to the property and camp at Port Carling owned by the Ontario conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, known as Canadian Keswick Conference, the rezoning of the lands, and the development of a resort there. Includes correspondence, memoranda, newspaper clippings, photocopied agreements, photocopied Ontario Municipal Board decisions, reports, handwritten notes, etc.

File consists of photocopies of annual meeting minutes and other documents bound into a hardcover volume. Includes annual meeting minutes for the years 1894-1924, 1926-1928, some with Executive Committee reports; Executive Committee minutes for 1922-1926; Regatta Committee minutes for 1894; Cottagers' Committee minutes for 1896; a telegram from the King (1906); and undated certificates of measurement for named boats. All documents are photocopies.

Half-bound in leather and green paper sides; marbled endpapers. Book probably created to commemorate the centennial of the association.

File consists of material found inside the commemorative volume containing a record of events held during the centennial year. Includes a typed draft of the book's colophon, an invitation to the centennial day celebration, a photograph of the association office in the winter, and two red regatta ribbons.

File consists of a commemorative book made for the centennial year of the Muskoka Lakes Association in 1994. The book contains a record of each event held during that year and the signatures of guests and members present, as well as other information. Events include the annual general meeting, centennial day, antique boat show, aquatic and sailing regattas, and a bonspiel. The book is made from acid-free paper, partially bound, and contains original calligraphy and drawings.

File consists of material relating to the history of the MLA and the planning and organization of the centennial celebrations. Includes photocopied pages from the 1984 yearbook and portions of executive committee minutes (1973-1980), correspondence (some faxed) to Robert Purves and the Centennial Committee, draft logo designs, an address list for VIP guests at the official ceremonies for the celebration, and other photocopied material. File possibly belonged to Robert Purves.

File consists of two copies of a report submitted by the Muskoka Lakes Association and the Lake of Bays Association to the Ontario Minister of Education. Document was prepared by Paterson Planning and Research (Scarborough, ON). One copy includes a memorandum to the MLA board members.

File consists of a thesis by Robert B. Ferguson submitted to the University of Waterloo as part of the requirements for the Bachelor of Environmental Studies in Honours Urban and Regional Planning degree.

File consists of a report by J. Douglas Wilson, chair of the Environmental Control Committee, regarding the Canadian Keswick Conference property in Muskoka.

File consists of a summary and full report of the commission on the reform of property taxation in Ontario. Also included are photocopies and carbon copies of correspondence, mostly from Lloyd Carstairs (MLA member), regarding this issue, and a financial analysis of municipal revenue and expenditure in the Muskoka region.

File consists of material relating to planning in the District Municipality of Muskoka. Includes a working draft summary of the official plan, two briefs (plus a draft of one) by the MLA to the Municipality regarding area planning, amendments (number 12 and 19) to the official plan of the Muskoka Planning Area, and other material. Some material annotated "Peter Cragg" and some annotated "Rob Purves." Multiple copies of some documents are present.

File consists of material relating to planning in the District Municipality of Muskoka. Includes a working draft summary of the official plan, two briefs (plus a draft of one) by the MLA to the Municipality regarding area planning, amendments (number 12 and 19) to the official plan of the Muskoka Planning Area, and other material. Some material annotated "Peter Cragg" and some annotated "Rob Purves." Multiple copies of some documents are present.

File consists of minutes for the annual meeting, Aug. 9, 1926, mimeograph ts.

File consists of material relating to the activities of and issues of interest to the MLA. Includes newspaper clippings, handwritten notes, memoranda, a draft of an article for a newsletter, minutes of council meetings of the Township of Muskoka Lakes, etc.

Series consists of financial statements and accounting journals.

Series consists of the working files of Michael Vaughan containing material created, accumulated and used by Vaughan during his involvement with the MLA from 1969 to 1986. Records relate mainly to his role as member (1969-1975), vice-chair (1975-1977), chair (1977-1982), and past chair (1982-1984) of the Committee on Land Use, Taxation, and Highways; and as vice-president (1982-1984) and president (1984-1986) of the association.

Series also includes records relating to various other committees, issues, and events. The Committee on Land Use, Taxation, and Highways was responsible for examining and responding to town planning, development, and other land use issues in the Muskoka region. One of the developments of major concern during Vaughan's tenure as chair was a proposed resort at the Roseneath property on Beaumaris Island, and several files in this series relate to this issue.

Series includes correspondence, memoranda, reports, studies, presentations, meeting agendas and minutes, handwritten and typed notes, newspaper clippings, newsletters, agreements, maps and plans, and other material.

File consists of minutes for the annual meeting, Aug. 10, 1908, mimeograph ts.

File consists of material relating to research by Robert B. Ferguson for a thesis submitted to the University of Waterloo as part of the requirements for the Bachelor of Environmental Studies in Honours Urban and Regional Planning degree. Includes correspondence between Ferguson and Phyllis Parker as well as vice-president Donald Mills regarding Ferguson's research and use of the association mailing list for his survey. The thesis is entitled Seasonal/permanent planning issues in Muskoka.

File consists of a working draft and final copy of a report prepared by the District Municipality of Muskoka Planning Department about a study on second home ownership in Muskoka. The study was a joint project of the Municipality and the MLA.

File consists of a thesis by Stacey McMechan, submitted to the Trent University Geography Department as part of the requirements for the Bachelor of Science Honours degree.

File consists of a report on the results of a questionnaire regarding second home ownership distributed to business people and decision-makers in Muskoka. Report prepared by Joan M. Brennan.

File consists of a draft copy of a report prepared by the Muskoka Lakes Assocation, for the Ontario Ministry of the Environment under the Experience '78 program, by Ecologistics Limited.

File consists of three copies of the final report prepared by the Muskoka Lakes Assocation, for the Ontario Ministry of the Environment under the Experience '78 program, by Ecologistics Limited. Report contains fold-out maps.

File consists of newspaper clippings relating to activities of and issues of interst to the MLA from 1986. Includes some photocopies.

File consists of newspaper clippings relating to activities of and issues of interest to the MLA from 1985. Includes some photocopies.

File consists of newspaper clippings relating to activities of and issues of interest to the MLA from 1984. Includes some photocopies.

File consists of newspaper clippings relating to activities of and issues of interest to the MLA from 1983. Includes some photocopies.

File consists of the Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook: no. 19-30, 1912-1923; 33-34, 1926-1927; 36-41, 1929-1934; 44-86, 1937-1979; 88-92, 1981-1985; 101, 1994. Lacking no. 1-18, 1894-1911; 31-32, 1924-1925; 35, 1928; 42-43, 1935-1936; 87, 1980; 93-100, 1986-1993.

File consists of newspaper clippings relating to activities of and issues of interest to the MLA from 1982. Includes some photocopies.

File consists of minutes of the Executive Committee, Feb. 16 and May 16, 1925.

File consists of a letter to Michael Vaughan from Stanley B. Stein of Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt (Toronto, ON) regarding by-laws relating to houseboat rentals.

File consists of newspaper clippings relating to activities of and issues of interest to the MLA from 1981. Includes some handwritten memorandum to Michael Vaughan and some photocopies.

File consists of issues of the Muskoka Lakes Association newsletter: Oct. 1980; June 1981; Dec. 1982; May, June Nov. 1983; June, Nov. 1985; [Apr.], July 1986; Feb., June 1991.

File consists of newspaper clippings relating to activities of and issues of interest to the MLA from 1980.

File consists of copies of the original handbook, edited by J. Bryan Vaughan, the 1962 reprinted edition, and the 1988 edition, edited by Michael Peake.

File consists of newspaper clippings relating to activities of and issues of interest to the MLA from 1976-1978. Includes some photocopies.

File consists of newspaper clippings relating to activities of and issues of interest to the MLA from 1976-1978. Includes some photocopies.

File consists of a promotional folder with photographs, course map, map of the area.

File consists of undated newspaper clippings relating to activities of and issues of interest to the MLA. Includes some handwritten memorandum to Michael Vaughan.

File consists of forms, bulk mailings re: taxation and appeals.

File consists of the 2006 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of cards, stickers, etc. re: boating regulations on the Muskoka Lakes.

File consists of the 2005 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of programmes for the annual aquatic regatta, 1906, 1919, 1926, 1935, 1952,1956, 1964, and 1994.

File consists of the 2004 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of clippings, bulk mailing correspondence, programme, stationery, etc.

File consists of annual meeting notices for 1917, 1919, [198-] and 1994..

File consists of the 2003 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of material relating to the content and production of the 1994 100th anniversary MLA yearbook. Contains correspondence, draft articles, faxes, invoices, photographs (photocopy), reports, etc.

File consists of the 2002 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of material relating to the content and production of the 1994 MLA yearbook. Contains correspondence, minutes, report, etc., including annual meeting minutes for 1993.

File consists of the 2001 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of minutes for the annual meeting, Aug. 13, 1924, mimeograph ts. Also contains minutes of the Executive Committee for May 12, 1924.

File consists of minutes of meetings of the executive committee from 1975-1978. Also included are meeting notices and agendas, handwritten notes, a typed list of committee members, an association application form, and other material.

File consists of the 2000 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of material relating to the content and production of the 1993 MLA yearbook. Contains correspondence, clippings, ephemera, negatives, photographs, reports, etc. Includes promotional material received, information about Hilary Clark Cole, artist, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources Hardy Lake Provincial Park Management Plan, 1986, snapshots of the Bala Regatta, photograph of Stan Darling, advertising presentation for the 1990 Yearbook.

File consists of the 1999 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of material relating to the production of the MLA yearbook for 1992. Includes 1 photocopied clipping, 1 photograph, 1 proof re Lyle McIntyre, Photographer.

File consists of the 1998 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of material relating to the production of the MLA yearbook for 1991. Includes correspondence, advertising, Association "Code of Ethics", photocopy of an information package on the Muskoka Heritage Areas Program and The Muskoka Stewardship Program.

File consists of the 1997 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of material relating to the content and production of the 1983 MLA yearbook. Includes correspondence addressed to Judy Ross, who produced this 90th anniversary volume, articles, speech, photocopied documents, proofs of old advertisements.

File consists of the 1996 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of clippings.

File consists of the 1995 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of correspondence related to and sketches of the MLA office facade.

File consists of correspondence and publications issued by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Muskoka Lakes Ratepayer's Association, Federation of Ontario Naturalists, Globe & Mail, Rosseau Lake College, and snapshots of a booth called "Kid's Environment."

File consists of the 1994 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of the 1993 Muskoka Lakes Association yearbook.

File consists of 6 special 100th Anniversary congratulatory certificates and letters:

• Jean Chretien, Prime Minister of Canada, Ottawa, 1994, signed;
• Andy Mitchell, MP, Parry Sound-Muskoka, Certificate of Recognition, July 16, 1994;
• Bob Rae, Premier of Ontario, July 6, 1994, signed;
• Dan Waters, MPP for Muskoka-Georgian Bay, July 6, 1994;
• Frank S.Miller, District Chair, District Municipality of Muskoka, signed;
• L. William Rogers, Mayor, Corporation of the Township of Muskoka Lakes, July 5, 1994, signed.

File consists of The MLA Handbook, an updated edition of the original 1957 handbook.

File consists of materials relating to "Summertime: In Celebration of 100 Years of the Muskoka Lake Association," including correspondence, invoices, artwork, draft chapters by different authors.

File consists of material relating to the comprehensive zoning by-law 87-87 of the Township of Muskoka Lakes and the response of the Muskoka Lakes Association. Includes memoranda from Jim Balfour to Gayle Dempsey, a photocopy of the decision of the Ontario Municipal Board regarding the by-law, a notice of public meeting, a report by the association, and a copy of the by-law and its zone schedules. Material probably belonged to Gayle Dempsey.

File consists of material relating to the production of the MLA yearbook. Also includes mandate of Land Use Committee, and terms of reference for the Antique Boats Committee.

File consists of minutes for the annual meeting, Aug. 13, 1923, mimeograph ts. Also contains minutes of the Executive Committee for Jan. 15, 1923.

File consists of material relating to the 1980 municipal election in the Township of Muskoka. Includes newspaper clippings and a photocopied handwritten list of election results.

File consists of Secretary-Treasurer and President's papers and correspondence. Includes correspondence to and from C. Ewart Mclaughlin, J. Alex Greig, Lorne Davidson, bulletins, lists, financial documents, etc. Topics include memberships, regatta announcements and results, caterpillar infestation in 1951, history of the area, 1939 correspondence re "needle blight" on white pine, lake levels and fish stocking.

File consists of material relating to property assessment and taxation in Muskoka. Includes correspondence and memoranda (mostly faxed and photocopied); photocopied newspaper clippings; Township of Muskoka Lakes council reports; typed and handwritten notes; information kits, surveys, and data relating to property assessment; an association member mailing list; etc.

Correspondents include association Executive Director Kathy Aitken, Township of Muskoka Lakes mayor and council, the District Municipality of Muskoka chair and council, members of provincial parliament, and others. Includes a copy of a letter to Ontario Minister of Finance Ernie Eves.

File consists of material relating to the purchase and use of property assessment software programs by the MLA. Includes manuals and instructions, quotes and invoices, correspondence, handwritten notes, a brochure, etc. File also includes a 3.5" computer disk labelled "MLA requst 98-17 / Muskoka sales database / Cindy."

File consists of material relating to the Association's trademark. Inclues correspondence and an original certificate of registration dated Aug. 19, 1983. The regisration is in force for 15 years and may be renewed if application made within 6 months prior to expiration date.

File consists of the Association's letters patent and by-laws.

File consists of photocopied pages from the MLA newsletter relating to taxation in the Muskoka region.

File consists of material relating to property tax assessment and the results of the group appeal to the Assessment Review Board launched by the MLA. Includes memoranda and correspondence (some faxed) among directors as well as to and from association members, news releases, typed notes, reports, addresses of association members, etc.

File consists of the Association's constitution.

File consists of material relating to the activities of the Safety Portfolio (committee), including work on the issue of boating safety as well as the development of a 911 service in the Muskoka region. Includes correspondence (some faxed, some drafts), photocopies of newspaper and newsletter clippings, news releases, minutes of one meeting of the committee (1997), a copy of Bill 41 (regarding the certification of motor boat operators in Ontario), and other photocopied material.

Also included are publicity materials from Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Safe Boating Council. Correspondents include association members, Muskoka residents, Minister of Justice and Attorney General Allan Rock, Department of Justice Canada, the Canadian Coast Guard, and others.

File consists of financial statements prepared by Touche Ross & Co.

File consists of material relating to the "Boat Pro" safe boating courses for children, teens, and adults, offered by the MLA in the summer of 2002. Includes schedules and a report about the program.

File consists of financial statements prepared by Touche Ross & Co. Also includes a photocopy of comparative figures for 1972-1975.

File consists of material relating to the "Boat Pro" safe boating courses for children, teens, and adults, offered by the MLA in the summer of 2001. Includes course schedules, registration information and forms, correspondence (some faxed), and a report by a course instructor.

File consists of financial statements prepared by Touche Ross & Co.

File consists of material relating to the "Boat Pro" safe boating courses for children, teens, and adults, offered by the MLA in the summer of 2000. Includes lists of course participants, schedules, a memorandum, and a letter from a parent regarding the course.

File consists of financial statements prepared by Touche Ross & Co.

File consists of material relating to the "Boat Pro" safe boating courses for children, teens, and adults, offered by the MLA in the summer of 1999. Includes course schedules and sign-up lists, a report by a course instructor, and correspondence (fax and e-mail print-out).

File consists of financial statements prepared by Touche Ross & Co.

File consists of invoices and information re: accounts payable.