The Ministry of Natural Resources has declared a FIRE RESTRICTION ZONE for the Northeast Region of Ontario effective at 12:01 a.m., May 16, 2012 until further notice.
The following information is taken from the MNR’s web page regarding Restricted Fire Zones: 

A Restricted Fire Zone does not restrict movement or recreational activity in the forest, but it does restrict the use of fire. After a Restricted Fire Zone has been declared, it is illegal to set out a fire for any purpose within the affected area, and failure to comply could result in a fine up to $1,000, three months in jail, and financial responsibility for any costs incurred in fighting a forest fire caused by the illegal act.

You can use a portable gas or propane stove anywhere and at any time provided it is at least 1 metre from any flammable materials and you use extreme caution.

You can also use a charcoal installation (i.e. BBQ) but only if you are within 100 metres of a dwelling you own or legally occupy. In addition, your installation must be at least 1 metre from any flammable material and you must completely extinguish and safely dispose of all ashes and coals before the installation is moved or left unattended.

You can use your outdoor wood burning stove or wood burning furnace provided you are within 100 metres of a dwelling you own or legally occupy. In addition, the stove or furnace must be at least 5 metres from any forest area; at least two metres from any flammable material; and the stove or furnace must be situated on bare rock, mineral soil or non-combustable material extending at least two metres in all directions from the stove or furnace.

You cannot have a campfire even in an outdoor fire grate, fire place or fire pit.

The most important thing to remember about a Restricted Fire Zone is that open fires, including campfires, are illegal. The only exception is in organized campground and parks, where if strict criteria are met, the campground operator may allow campfires and charcoal BBQs but only during certain hours and under very strict controls. So, if you see a fire in a restricted fire zone (except in a campground or park) chances are it’s a forest fire and should be reported to the Ministry of Natural Resources right away. The sooner we can get to it, the better our chances of putting it out quickly.

To report a forest fire in northern Ontario, call 310-FIRE 3473.

Original Municipal Fire Ban Notice Imposed May 14, 2012:

Due to the high fire risk caused by the current dangerously dry conditions, the Municipality of Huron Shores has imposed a FIRE BAN effective immediately until further notice.  Please call the Municipal Office at (705) 843-2033 or visit this web site for additional information and updates.  All Open Air Burning Permits are invalid during a Fire Ban and no permits will be issued while the Ban is in effect. To learn more about the Open Air Burning By-law and penalties for infraction of said by-law, please visit the Fire Department page of this web site.

• Municipality of Huron Shores Consolidated 2011 Financial Statements
• Huron Shores Library Board 2011 Financial Statements
• Municipality of Huron Shores Trust Funds 2011 Financial Statements

Click here to view a printable PDF map of the ATV Fun Run Route.

• Minutes of May 9, 2012 Regular Meeting of Council

• May 23, 2012 Council Agenda

May 16, 2012, Toronto – Drier than normal weather plus vivid memories of Ontario’s many large fires and evacuations in 2011, has a number of cottage and fire safety organizations working together to make fire prevention and preparedness a top priority for anyone who owns or rents a woodland property this season.

In its sixth successful year, the “Peace of Mind for Your Piece of Heaven” cottage fire and carbon monoxide (CO) safety awareness campaign is bigger than ever, highlighted in 2012 by a new contest on Facebook.

“We’re asking cottagers to be extra vigilant and take precautions to prevent cottage fires and carbon monoxide tragedies this season,” says Ted Wieclawek, Chair of the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC).  “Being properly equipped with working smoke alarms and CO alarms can provide those precious seconds to escape in an emergency.”

The FMPFSC, the Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Associations (FOCA), The Ministry of Natural Resources, Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services branch, Kidde Fire and CO Alarms, local fire departments and nearly 100 individual cottage and lake associations have collaborated on this year’s effort.

The new ‘Safe at the Cottage’ Contest will reward cottage owners in Ontario who best demonstrate the spirit of fire and carbon monoxide safety.  Cottagers are invited to share photos or stories about how they made their property ‘CO Safe’ or ‘FireSmart’ indoors or outdoors on the campaign Facebook page at www.facebook.com/safeatthecottage.  Prizes up for grabs include FireSmart Safety Toolkits from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Kidde Smoke Alarms, Carbon Monoxide Alarms and Escape Ladders, Xplornet Internet 4G rural internet & 32 GB Tablet with Wi-Fi, and, subscriptions to Cottage Life magazine. Full details can be found on Facebook site.  Winners will be selected by a judging panel from participating partners.  The contest runs from Thursday, May 17 to August 31, 2012.

Please contact the office at the address or phone number below, to request the mandatory quote document or download the document here.

Quotes must be received by Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.

Questions and Inquiries to be directed to:

Tom Dumont, CRS
Public Works Superintendent
PO Box 460, 7 Bridge Street
Iron Bridge, ON   P0R 1H0
Phone (705) 843-2033

Lowest or any quote not necessarily accepted.

• April 25, 2012 Special Meeting – Official Plan Amendment #1
• April 25, 2012 Regular Meeting

• May 9, 2012 Council Agenda

Museum Supervisor:  Work period from approximately June 4 to September 3, 2012.
Work Location:  Iron Bridge Historical Museum, 1 James Street

Student Positions:   Work Period from approximately July 3 to August 24, 2012.
To qualify:  student applicants must have been registered as a full-time student in the preceding academic year and be intending to return to school on a full-time basis during the next academic year and be between 15 and 25 years of age.

Community Development Co-ordinator
Work Location:  Municipal Office, Iron Bridge

Municipal Assistant to Public Works Department
Work Location:  Municipal Office, Iron Bridge

Municipal Assistant to Fire Department
Work Location:  Fire Stations in Iron Bridge and/or Little Rapids

Museum Curators
Work Location: Iron Bridge Historical Museum

Please submit a cover letter and resume, identifying the position(s) you are interested in, no later than 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 23, 2012 to:

Deborah Tonelli, Clerk/Administrator
Municipality of Huron Shores
P.O. Box 460
Iron Bridge, ON   P0R 1H0
E-mail:  email@huronshores.ca
For more information call 705-843-2033.

 Interviews will be conducted the week of May 28, 2012.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  In accordance with Section 29(2) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information collected will be used for the purpose of assessing eligibility for employment only.