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

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 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.

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 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 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 material relating to a program by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources to bring under legal tenure all waterfront facilities on Crown lands, and the MLA response to this program. Includes position and discussion papers and memoranda about the program prepared by members of the association, a letter, handwritten notes, and an issue of Canadian Environmental Law News (vol. 5, no. 3, 1976).

File consists of material relating to a economic opportunity study conducted by the District Municipality of Muskoka. Includes a letter and newspaper clippings.

File consists of correspondence between Hugh Mackenzie, Chairman of the Disctrict Municipality of Muskoka, and Michael Vaughan. Also present is a photocopied letter from Mackenzie to Bill Leak, association president, and one newspaper clipping.

File consists of incoming and outgoing correspondence and memoranda with accompanying material relating mainly to the activities of Michael Vaughan as chair of the Committee on Land Use, Taxation, and Highways and then president of the MLA. Much of the material relates to the activities of the Land Use Committee and issues surrounding planning and development in the Muskoka region, and some material also relates to taxation, pollution, water safety, and other issues.

In addition to correspondence and memoranda, file includes reports, meeting minutes, newsletters, etc. Some letters were sent to him as carbon copies and some letters are photocopies. Includes an invitation from Ontario Lieutenant Governor John B. Aird, and letters from Ontario Premiers Frank Miller and David Peterson.

File consists of incoming and outgoing correspondence and memoranda with accompanying material relating mainly to the activities of Michael Vaughan as chair of the Committee on Land Use, Taxation, and Highways and then president of the MLA. Much of the material relates to the activities of the Land Use Committee and issues surrounding planning and development in the Muskoka region, and some material also relates to taxation, pollution, water safety, and other issues.

In addition to correspondence and memoranda, file includes reports, meeting minutes, newsletters, etc. Some letters were sent to him as carbon copies and some letters are photocopies. Includes an invitation from Ontario Lieutenant Governor John B. Aird, and letters from Ontario Premiers Frank Miller and David Peterson.

File consists of incoming and outgoing correspondence and memoranda with accompanying material relating mainly to the activities of Michael Vaughan as chair of the Committee on Land Use, Taxation, and Highways and then president of the MLA. Much of the material relates to the activities of the Land Use Committee and issues surrounding planning and development in the Muskoka region, and some material also relates to taxation, pollution, water safety, and other issues.

In addition to correspondence and memoranda, file includes reports, meeting minutes, newsletters, etc. Some letters were sent to him as carbon copies and some letters are photocopies. Includes an invitation from Ontario Lieutenant Governor John B. Aird, and letters from Ontario Premiers Frank Miller and David Peterson.

File consists of correspondence of J. Bryan Vaughan, honourary president of the MLA and father to Michael Vaughan. Some letters are regarding newspaper editorials and some are regarding a memorandum from the chairman of the District Municipality of Muskoka. Includes incoming and outgoing correspondence (some photocopies) and a photocopy of a letter from association president Jeff Shearer to a newspaper editor.

File consists of material relating to the activities of the Communications and Public Affairs Committee. Includes a survey of association members by Gordon Lusty Survey Research (Don Mills, ON) and the results, a draft of the mandate of the Land Use, Taxation, and Highways Committee (photocopy) and information about its activities, and a letter to a newspaper editor by chairman Jeffrey Shearer in response to an editorial about the association, with photocopies of both.

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

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 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.

Series consists of material relating to the 100th anniversary of the MLA in 1994 and the centennial celebrations held during that year. Includes commemorative books produced by the association, ephemera, correspondence, photocopied material on the history of the association, and other material.

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 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.

Series consists of studies and reports prepared by or for the MLA and university student theses about issues of interest to the association. Subjects of the reports and theses include: planning, the environmental impacts of planning and development, property taxation, the financing of education in Ontario, and the historical geography of resorts in Muskoka. Series also includes some correspondence, the official plan for the District Municipality of Muskoka, and amendments to the plan.

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 incoming and outgoing correspondence of Phyllis Parker relating to the activities of the association. Includes carbon copies and some draft correspondence.

Series consists of two files of correspondence created and accumulated by Phyllis (Mrs. Rex) Parker during her term as president of the MLA from 1977-1978. Includes incoming and outgoing correspondence, including some carbon copies and draft correspondence. Series is not comprehensive.

Accrual consists of material documenting aspects of the administration and activities of the Muskoka Lakes Association and some of its committees, mainly during the period from 1978 to 2003. During this time, the primary political and environmental concerns of the association included land use and resort development, taxation, water quality, and relationships with municipal and provincial governments.

Accrual contains records created and accumulated by chairs of political, environmental, and land use committees and by several presidents, as well as records relating to office administration and other committees and activities of the association.

Includes correspondence and memoranda; reports; presentations; committee minutes and agendas; newspaper clippings; publications; handwritten and typed notes; notices and decisions of provincial judicial boards; official plans, by-laws and other municipal documents; maps and architectural drawings; ephemera; and other material.

File consists of 7 t-shirts, various colours and messages.

File consists of 2 sweatshirts, one navy 100th Anniversary, one undated grey.

File consists of 1 paper sign or poster re: water speed limits.

File consists of 2 metal signs, one "Area Representative", one "Restricted Waters".

File consists of 2 cloth "$100.00 Reward" signs.

File consists of ribbons: black on yellow "Muskoka Lakes Association"; red on white "Member Family"; many of each.

File consists of a green "participant" ribbon.

File consists of a ribbon marked "Muskoka Lakes Association, 1897 Starter."

File consists of a plaque, probably meant to be mounted on a trophy.

File consists of 2 plastic pins with names.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of a medallion.

File consists of 5 medallions, not inscribed: 3 different silver medallions for MLA Children's Regatta 1929, 1933, 1934; 2 identical bronze medallions, undated, with white flag and green leaf.

File consists of 1 fabric flag with "100" and MLA logo.

File consists of 1 fabric flag: "MLA 34."

Series consists of artifacts, primarily relating to the Muskoka Lakes Association's annual regattas. Includes medallions, ribbons, flags, signs, plaques, t-shirts, and sweatshirts.

File consists of 1 videocassette.

File consists of 3 col. snapshots.

File consists of 1 envelope of col. snapshots and negatives (includes duplicates).

File consists of 82 photographs and three postcards intended for use in the 1984 90th anniversary yearbook. All except postcards are copies.

File consists of 11 envelopes of 35 mm. col. negatives and 9 contact sheets.

File consists of 7 snapshots.

File consists of 7 snapshots and 3 slides.

File consists of 7 unidentified, undated colour snapshots of swimming and diving events.

File consists of 1 snapshot dated 1962, 9 colour snapshots, and 2 slides of "$500 Reward" sign dated 1981.

File consists of 3 contact sheets from Gravenhurst News.

Series consits of photographs, snapshots, negatives, contact sheets, and slides relating to the activitites of the Muskoka Lakes Association.

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

Series consists of publications of the Muskoka Lakes Association, including the Association handbook, newsletters, and the yearbook.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Series consists of ephemera relating to activities and events organized by the Muskoka Lakes Association.

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 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 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 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 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 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 clippings.

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."