- How do I book a delegation before Council?
Deputations to Council or Committees, are to be received in writing, stating your name and the topic you wish to address. Forward your request to the attention of the Clerk or call (705) 429-3844, X2223.
- Are complaints confidential?
Yes
- Is there a by-law establishing the number of dogs permitted per household in Wasaga Beach?
By-law 2002-63 regulates and controls animals within the Town of Wasaga Beach and establishes that a household may have two dogs.
- Where do I obtain a landfill voucher?
Property owners are permitted two vouchers per year (each valued at $25.00). You may obtain your vouchers by attending the Public Works Office (with personal identification), 150 Westbury Road, during the week or on the weekends (with your current Wasaga Beach tax bill) at the Chamber of Commerce office, 550 River Road West.
- What are the fireworks regulations in Wasaga?
Please click on the Town's Fireworks By-lawfor all the details you require.
- Where can I obtain my vehicle plate renewal?
Driver and Vehicle Licence Issuing Offices are located as follows:
Elmvale at 40 Yonge Street
(705) 322-4181
Collingwood at 191 Hurontario Street
(705) 445-3530
Stayner at 240 Main Street East
(705) 428-2821
DriveTest Centre (Driver Examination)
Barrie at 520 Bryne Drive
(705) 739-6622
- Can I rent my home as a vacation property?
Properties that are zoned for single family dwelling use may not be rented as accommodation for the travelling or vacationing public as this is considered a commercial activity and is not permitted.
- Why do I need a building permit?
A building permit ensures that all developments in the community meet the health, fire, structural and general safety standards in order to protect individuals and the community as a whole. It is illegal to start work without a permit. Anyone who begins working without a building permit is in contravention of The Ontario Building Code Act and therefore, subject to financial and legal consequences.
- How much time is a delegation allowed before Council or a Standing Committee?
Delegations are usually limited to ten (10) minutes.
- Where do I leave mail for Council Members?
The Mayor and Members of Council have mailboxes at the Town Administration Office, 30 Lewis Street.
- Where's the Mayor's Office?
Our Mayor's Office is situated at the Town Administration Centre at 30 Lewis Street. He may be contacted by calling (705) 429-3844.
- What landfill sites are available to Wasaga residents?
Wasaga Beach residents may utilize the Nottawasaga Landfill Site #10, #5715 30/31 Sideroad, off Highway 26, approximately three kms north of Stayner or Landfill Site #3/5, Elmvale/Flos North, located at 1835 Flos Road Ten East, Township of Springwater.
- Where can I get Landlord Tenant Act info?
Direct your Landlord Tenant Act inquiries to 1-888-332-3234.
- Where can I buy garbage tags?
Waste services in Wasaga Beach are now managed by the County of Simcoe. Garbage bag tags are required if you have more than two bags of garbage. The tags may be purchased at:
- Beach Builders
1955 Mosley Street
- Bayside Variety
707 River Road West
- Gatheral's Food Mart
620 River Road West
- Mac's Convenience
1551 Mosley Street
- RONA Building Centre
1317 Mosley Street
- Wasaga Beach IGA
711 River Road West
- Wasaga ESSO
1929 Mosley Street
- Town of Wasaga Beach Administration Office
30 Lewis Street
- Wasaga Beach Public Works
150 Westbury Road
- Where do I purchase a blue or grey box?
You may purchase a blue box or a grey box from the Town's Public Works Department at 150 Westbury Road at a cost of just $5.00 each.
- Who is our local MP?
Helena Guergis
- Who represents Wasaga and area as MPP?
Jim Wilson
- I need information about my health card, where do I call?
Health card queries should be directed to (705) 726-0326 in Barrie.
- We're moving to Wasaga, help!
Enbridge (gas) - 1-888-492-5100
Simcoe County District School Board - (705) 728-7570
Simcoe Muskoka Catholic School Board - (705) 722-3555
Simcoe Muskoka Health Unit - (705) 721-7520
Wasaga Distribution (hydro) - (705) 429-2517
Bell Canada - 310-BELL (310-2355)
Rogers - 1-888-ROGERS1 (1-888-764-3711)
- Who should I call if I find an injured animal?
The Ontario Society for the Protection and Conservation of Animals (OSPCA) operates a Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre in Midland. The telephone number to call this agency is (705) 534-4350.
