Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce

Ask An Expert with Muskoka Small Business Centre & District of Muskoka
2026-01-28 09:30 - 12:30 (America/Toronto) | The District Municipality Of Muskoka, 70 Pine Street, Bracebridge, Ontario, P1L 1N3, Canada
Welcome to Ask An Expert!
Come join us at The District Municipality Of Muskoka on January 28, 2025 at 9:30 AM for a morning filled with learning, networking, and knowledge sharing.
Our event will feature industry professionals ready to answer all your burning questions and provide valuable insights. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and network with like-minded individuals!
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, there’s something for everyone at Ask An Expert. Mark your calendars, plan your questions and get ready for an enriching experience!
As always, we never want finances to be a barrier to learning. We want you to know that we have a ‘scholarship’ pool and are always happy to arrange for you to attend the event for free. Just call 705-646-9021 or email admin@muskokasmallbusiness.ca to arrange for a free ticket.
We can’t wait to see you there!

The Inside Track: How to get more from your Chamber Membership
2026-02-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce, 3125 Muskoka Rad 169, Unit 3, Bala, Ontario, P0C 1A0, Canada
Welcome to the Chamber community! The Inside Track is your introduction to Muskoka’s business network. Come meet your Chamber team and learn tips to get the best value out of your membership!

Get an insider’s look at what’s available to promote your business, save money, provide benefits to your staff, and make the connections that you need to grow your business and your career.

This is a great event for:

those wanting a ‘refresher’
your new employees
all new members
those thinking of joining

When? The first Tuesday of every month | 12pm-1pm
Where? Chamber Office (3125 Muskoka Rd 169, Unit 2, Bala)
Please email Andi at andi@muskokalakeschamber.ca to RSVP

Lunch & Learn Series Session 1: The AI-Ready CEO
2026-02-11 12:00 - 12:45 | Ontario
Register for Free here: Lunch & Learn Series Session 1: The AI-Ready CEO Tickets, Wed, Feb 11, 2026 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite

Get leadership clarity before you invest in AI

Most business owners are rushing to adopt AI tools before they’ve aligned them with their own leadership strategy. That’s backwards.
This session helps you set your direction, create simple AI guardrails, and build a CEO Partner prompt you can reuse for real decisions
What We’ll Cover

How your leadership lens shapes your AI outcomes and custom solutions
What you need to know
Where most CEOs go wrong with tech adoption
Why “structure first, then AI” matters now more than ever

What You’ll Get

A guided leadership self-audit (pre-session)
Your first CEO Master Prompt to steer strategic use of AI
A no-fluff, high-impact Quickstart Toolkit for immediate action
Option to submit your prompt for 1:1 expert feedback

Who It’s For

Business owners ready to stop winging it with AI
CEOs and Founders who want clarity before chaos
Leaders exploring growth, transition, or digital modernization

About Sara
AI Strategist,
Small Business Growth Advisor and former Business Broker.
Sara is a strategic AI partner who listens first, then helps small business owners and leaders to build a clear AI Action plan with tools they can use confidently.

The Inside Track
2026-03-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Muskoka Lakes Chamber of Commerce, 3125 Muskoka Rad 169, Unit 3, Bala, Ontario, P0C 1A0, Canada
Tuesdays with the Chamber Team- information session to help you and your business
Members: New to our Chamber or want a refresher? Inside Track gives you the inside scoop on Chamber benefits, promotions, connections and resources you can use right away. Meet the team, ask questions, and learn how to get the most from your Membership.
Additional Event Dates for 2026:

March 3
April 7
May 12
July 7
Aug 4
Sept 8
Nov 3
Dec 1

Register Today!

Two Chamber Business After Hours @ Baycrest Distribution Bala: Members, RSVP Today
2026-05-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Baycrest Distribution, 1003 Moon River Road, Bala, Ontario, P0C 1A0, Canada
Join Muskoka Lakes Chamber and Parry Sound Chamber Members at Baycrest Distribution Building Supplies, located at the corner of 169 and Moon River Rd., Bala.

RSVP now on Eventbrite>
The Muskoka Lakes Chamber & Parry Sound Area Chamber invite you to kick off the 2026 season at our first Business After Hours on May 21st, hosted by Baycrest Distribution! Join us for an exclusive evening inside their impressive space and get an up-close look at their unique setups.

Enjoy delicious drinks and nibbles while connecting with fellow business professionals in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. It’s the perfect opportunity to network, spark new ideas, and celebrate the start of another exciting season together.
Don’t miss this fantastic evening of connection, conversation, and community!

RSVP now on Eventbrite.

Business After Hours at Brackenrig Butcher June 16
2026-06-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Ontario
Join us at The Brackenrig Butcher on TUESDAY, June 16 for a great kick off summer networking event.
Where: 1056 Brackenrig Centre Road
Click here to RSVP. Your $10 contribution is welcomed and appreciated.

Burgers and Beer with Karl: Contractor Meetup & BBQ July 10
2026-07-10 15:00 - 18:00 | Klos Concepts, 3969 Muskoka Rd 169 Port Carling, ON P0B 1J0, Port Carling, Canada
Work in the construction industry in Muskoka? You’re invited for free Burgers and Beer with host Karl Klos.
RSVP FREE HERE > BurgersandBeerwithKarl.eventbrite.ca

Knock off work early on Friday, July 10 and join Contractors, Property Managers, anyone in Muskoka’s construction industry for free Burgers and Beer at Klos Concepts in Glen Orchard. Your host, electrician Karl Klos, invites you to this informal, relaxed opportunity to meet others in your biz and shoot the breeze about summer 2026. FREE admission – please RSVP.
Free burgers and beer with Muskoka Lakes Chamber Member Klos Concepts. You do NOT have to be a Chamber Member to attend this event. The more, the merrier! You’ll find Klos Concepts on Hwy 169 between the 118 cutoff and Glen Orchard Public School – watch for it on your right coming from the north (left from the south).
