Damenfest Breakfast: Oktoberfest Networking for Women
2025-10-23 07:30 - 10:00 (America/Toronto) | Quality Inn Bracebridge, 300 Ecclestone Drive, Bracebridge, P1L 1G4, Canada
New! Oktoberfest Muskoka Celebrates women in Muskoka.
This wunderbar opportunity brings together the women of Muskoka all in the Spirit of Gemütlichkeit. Join us for a morning of great speakers and networking! The panel, moderated by Norah Fountain, focuses on how tourism & events like Oktoberfest fuel growth and includes KW Oktoberfest Executive Director Tracy Van Kalsbeek, Former Executive Director of Resorts Ontario Grace Sammut, and Liz Beatty local resident and Travel Podcaster, Radio Broadcaster, Host & Executive Producer of Canadian Geographic Travel’s Here & There, and Owner of Black Cabin Studios.
Following the panel, there will be the TAPPING OF THE KEG CEREMONY 10AM (FREE FOR ALL to attend) featuring Dan McCoy on accordion and we’ll have the great folks from Experience Ontario help us tap the keg!
When: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Time: 7:70am to 10:00am
Location: Quality Inn, Bracebridge
Tickets: $50.00 | Full Tables Available
Male allies welcome to join!

See the menu here.

October is Breast Cancer Month and Enliven Cancer Care will be there to share their supports in Muskoka.

Business After Hours at Port Carling Community Centre
2025-11-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Port Carling Community Centre
The Muskoka Lakes Chamber invites you to a special Business After Hours during Muskoka Business Week! Join us on Tuesday, November 25th from 5–7PM at the Port Carling Community Centre, proudly hosted by the Muskoka Lakes Township.
Step into an evening designed to bring our business community together to connect, inspire, and celebrate Muskoka’s businesses. Network with fellow professionals, share ideas, and spark new opportunities in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Looking to showcase your business? Take advantage of this unique opportunity to purchase a tabletop display and highlight your products or services to local leaders and peers.
It’s the perfect way to be part of Muskoka Business Week—don’t miss it!
Thank you to our Sponsors!
Gold Sponsors: The District of Muskoka and RBC Wealth Management, Investment Advisor Alison Gaudet

Bronze Sponsor: Netspectrum
Event Sponsors: IION and Employment North
Community Partners: Bracebridge Chamber of Commerce, Gravenhurst Chamber of Commerce, Hunstville/Lake of Bays Chamber of Commerce, Muskoka Futures
Host Venue: The Canadian Raceboat Hall of Fame & The Venue
If you have questions, or are interested in this Sponsorship Opportunity please contact: Andi Lakatos, Member Engagement Manager at andi@muskokalakeschamber.ca.

Jingle & Mingle Business After Hours at Savvy Community in Gravenhurst
2025-12-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Savvy Community Coworking Centre, 820 Muskoka Road S, Gravenhurst, Ontario, P1P 1K2, Canada
The Muskoka Lakes Chamber invites you to a festive Holiday Edition Jingle & Mingle Business After Hours hosted by Christie Buckley from Savvy Community! Step into the holiday spirit with cozy conversations, seasonal cheer, and plenty of networking magic.
Holiday sweaters and festive attire are encouraged so bring your sparkle (or your ugliest sweater!) and join us for an evening of connection, celebration, and community.
This year, we’re excited to welcome Mrs. Claus, and there will be a cookie-decorating station to add a sweet touch to the festivities!
It’s the perfect way to wrap up the year with great company, fresh ideas, and a little holiday fun. Don’t miss it!

Happy Holidays
2025-12-06 00:00
Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!
Our Chamber staff can’t wait to serve you in 2026. Our office will be closed for a holiday break from December 24 to January 2. We’ll be back on January 4 and watch for your Membership Renewals that same week. Warmest wishes from your Chamber team.

From Buzzword to Bottom Line: AI Tips for Small Business
2025-12-18 16:00 - 17:00
Want to use AI but don’t know where to start?

If you’re like other small and medium-sized business owners, you’ve probably thought about using AI – but real barriers keep getting in the way:

❌ You’re overwhelmed by your options
❌ You’re worried about getting it wrong
❌ You’re too busy to figure it out alone

On December 18, 2025 at 4PM-5PM (EST), join the Muskoka Lakes Chamber together with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and AI Growth Academy online for a practical, one-hour session that builds your confidence and gives you clear, actionable steps to unlock AI’s real value. Learn how to:

✔ Reduce busywork and free up time for what matters most
✔ Improve customer experience and find new paths to growth
✔ Adopt AI safely with simple guardrails

Use the promo code CHAMBERVIP to register for FREE for this event.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/from-buzzword-to-bottom-line-ai-for-small-business-tickets-1977100717468
