Finance

The Finance/IT Department is made up of 7 full time employees who support all financial transactions and information technology services of the Township. The Director of Finance/Treasurer, assisted by the Deputy Treasurer, Supervisor of Property Tax/Revenue, Accounting Clerk/Accounts Payable, Finance & Customer Service Clerk, Manager of Technology Services and Information Technology Technician. The goals for the Finance department include budgeting, finding cost effective methods, cash flow management, tax planning and accurate record keeping.

The Township's Finance/IT Department leads the way in the development of the annual budget and presentation to Council. They work closely with the other departments to ensure that an accurate forecast is presented and that the plan is adhered to throughout the year(s).

Asset Management

Our Asset Management Plan and Asset Management Policy help us anticipate infrastructure needs, building and other land improvements, and replacement of vehicles, machinery and equipment. Infrastructure in Georgian Bay that the District of Muskoka is responsible for—District roads, water, sewer, social housing and bridges for example—is not included in our plan.

Modernization of Electronic / Online Services

Georgian Bay Modernization Final Report

Refund and Cancellation Policy

Any requests for refund or cancellation should be made in writing to accounting@gbtownship.ca

In the absence of any formal policy on the matter, any request for refund or cancellation will be subject to managements’ approval. All refunds are processed in Canadian Dollars.