Cottage Living Essentials

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Garbage -Mondays, including holidays. Early morning pick up.

Garbage must be bagged and tagged. Tags cost $3.50 each.

• Tag Sellers:

  • Marilyn Hoard — 2377 Ridge Road | 613‑337‑5379

  • Joan (summer seasonal)— 679 Skene Road | 613‑474‑2311

  • You can also purchase tags from Marmora & Lake. For a full list of sellers click the link below.

Recycling – Tuesdays. Various pick up times, up to 8pm. Typically they are around 3-5pm.

• For any questions/concerns, reach out to e360 directly at 1-866-358-3560 or customerservice-eastont@e360s.ca

Important: All garbage must be placed in animal-proof containers and kept off the road. Leaving garbage accessible can attract raccoons, bears, and other wildlife to the area.

The link below will give you more information about Marmora & Lake’s waste management including special sand dome collections & hazardous wastes.

Bylaw highlights: No unnecessary noise or sound between 11pm and 6am. No fireworks during a fire ban or Fire Danger Rating is “High” or “Extreme”.

For the complete Marmora & Lake bylaw please click the link below.

Visit Marmora and Lake for Current Fire Rating 

Excerpts from By-law 2011-36

What’s Not Allowed at Any Time

• Burning of garbage, plastics, or leaves is strictly prohibited.
• No burning is allowed during a fire ban.
• The fire ban sign is located on Dickey Lake Road.

Seasonal Restrictions: March 31 – September 30

Between the hours of 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, the following are not permitted:

• Burning of grass, wood, or other combustible materials, unless:
  • The fire is used exclusively for cooking or warmth, or
  • The fire is confined within a metal container covered by mesh or screening to prevent the escape of coals, ash, and cinders
• These restrictions apply in all areas except the former Villages of Marmora and Deloro.

Fires for Cooking or Warmth

Fires used exclusively for cooking or warmth are permitted under the following conditions:

• A valid open air burning permit must be obtained from the Fire Chief
• The permit must include:
  • The type of outdoor fireplace or container
  • The location of the fire
  • A responsible person (must be 19 years or older) must be present at all times

Approved fires must also meet these conditions:

• Contained within an approved outdoor fireplace or enclosure, no larger than 1 metre in diameter
• At least 3 metres from any combustible objects or surfaces
• Only untreated wood products may be burned
• Flames must remain inside the unit
• Supervised at all times
• Fire protection equipment (extinguishers, pails of water, hoses) must be present
• No burning during high winds

Permitted burning hours:

• Sunday to Thursday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
• Friday and Saturday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM

Important Reminders

• Fires can spread quickly — use extreme caution
• Area is difficult for volunteer fire crews to service
• Keep a hose, buckets, shovel, and rake nearby
• You are financially responsible if your fire causes damage

Potential costs include:

• $300 per hour for each fire apparatus
• $15 per hour for each firefighter
• Additional costs if the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) is involved
• Any damages caused by the fire

The municipality of Marmora and Lake bylaw state no person shall allow their dog to run at large. This means in a place other than the owner’s property. All dogs must be on a leash when off their owner’s property.

Boats: Keep a safe distance from shore to avoid underwater rocks and to reduce shoreline erosion. The speed limit is 10 km/h within 30 meters of shore. Keep speeds reasonable and avoid large wakes by not allowing your boat to plow. When you launch your boat make sure to wash it down thoroughly to prevent the introduction of zebra mussels into our lakes.

ATV/SXS: Our local club is the Coe Hill ATV Riders. Please check out their site and the bylaw for more information.

Snowmobiles: Our local club is the Old Hastings Snow Riders. Please check out their site for more information.

We are located in zone 18. Perch is open all year long. (Perch limit: sport – 50, conservation – 25) Bass is open third Saturday in June – December 15 (Bass limit: sport – 6, conservation – 2). Lake Trout is open forth Saturday in May – September 8. (Lake Trout limit: sport – 2, conservation – 1) Buy your conservation or sport fishing licence.

Ice Safety Guidelines

Always remember that ice is never completely safe. Conditions can change quickly and there are many unpredictable factors. Use the ice at your own risk.

General Safety Tips

• Never go out on the ice alone — always travel with at least one other person.
• Inspect ice conditions visually from shore before venturing out.
• Watch for warning signs such as open water, slushy areas, or large pressure cracks.
• Check with local authorities for up-to-date ice condition reports.
• On unfamiliar waterways, test the ice near shore using an auger or axe before going further.
• Always let someone know your exact destination and expected return time.

Ice Thickness Guidelines (New, Clear Ice)

• Less than 3 inches: Unsafe — stay off
• 4 inches: Safe for ice fishing, walking, and cross-country skiing
• 5 inches: Safe for snowmobiles and ATVs
• 8 to 12 inches: May support a small car

Note: These are general guidelines based on new, clear ice. Conditions can vary widely depending on temperature, water currents, snow cover, and time of season.