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Good Neighbour Guide

Are you a newcomer to North Kawartha, a long-time resident, a homeowner, or a tenant looking for information?  The Township of North Kawartha’s Good Neighbour Guide provides guidelines and encourages a respectful, safe, and neighbourly community. 

Among the topics covered are:

  • Animal Services

  •  Around your property: Power Outages, Forest Fires, Flooding, Invasive Species, Shoreline Protection, Tree Canopy Policy

  • Garbage and Recycling: Transfer Stations

  • Home Development: Building Permits

  • Noise

  • Outdoor Fires

  • Fireworks

  • Roads and Parking

 

Last updated: August 2025

Note:  The North Kawatha Good Neighbour Guide is intended to provide an overview of the most common concerns in North Kawartha.  Should you require additional information, please contact the municipal office at 705-656-4445.

The Quick Reference page is a handy one page reference to provide a brief overview of common concerns.

The Quick Information card is ideal for your fridge with your address information and contact phone numbers for those living, staying or visiting.

 

You may request a printed copy of these resources at the Municipal Office.

Contact Us

Township of North Kawartha
280 Burleigh Street
PO Box 550
Apsley, ON K0L 1A0

Tel: 705-656-4445
Toll free: 1-800-755-6931
Fax: 705-656-4446
Roads After Hours: 705-740-6158
Call 9-1-1 for Emergencies

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