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STEENBURG LAKE

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

Gilmour, Ontario, Canada- since 1958

Upcoming events

    • 18 Jun 2026
    • 9:00 AM
    • Join online

    Crowe Valley Conservation area virtual Board meetings begin at 9:00am and are open to the public.  Meeting dates and start times are subject to change at the discretion of the Authority’s Chair.  Currently meetings are being held virtually.

    The agendas are posted approximately a week prior to the Board meeting and the link to join the meeting is at the top of the agenda.

    For schedule and agendas: https://www.crowevalley.com/board-meeting-schedule-2022/

    • 20 Jun 2026
    • 21 Jun 2026

    Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario for free. This means you do not need to buy a fishing licence if you want to fish during:

    • Family Fishing Weekend (February 14 – 16, 2026)
    • Mother’s Day Weekend (May 9 & 10, 2026)
    • Father’s Day Weekend (June 20 & 21, 2026)
    • Family Fishing Week (June 27 – July 5, 2026)

    There are two options to participate: join a public event near you or fish with your family and submit your “family event” to receive a free digital fishing package and be entered into a draw for a $500 Fishing Prize Pack from Lucky Strike, Shimano, and Ontario Out of Doors!

    Free fishing periods remind us of the value of Ontario’s recreational fishery, and the importance of keeping it healthy for future generations. While fishing you must:

    • follow conservation licence catch limits
    • obey size limits and sanctuaries
    • follow the fishing regulations
    • carry a permit or identification card issued by the provincial or federal government, showing your name and date of birth

    Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary
    Use Fish ON-Line


    • 24 Jun 2026
    • 11:00 AM
    • Webinar

    Presented by the Invasive Species Centre:

    Invasive species and climate change each pose significant threats to biodiversity and ecosystems, create financial burden and impact resource-based recreation. Resource managers are increasingly seeking to better understand how these two issues intersect and amplify one another. Please join us to explore the connections between invasive species and climate change in Ontario. Presented by Kellie Sherman and Dave May from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, this webinar will include an overview of invasive species management and climate change in Ontario, highlight examples of their combined impacts, and share helpful tools and resources to support addressing this emerging issue.

    Register here:

    https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_m2C541oSTx-RucjWtIMnkQ#/registration

    • 27 Jun 2026
    • 5 Jul 2026

    Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario for free. This means you do not need to buy a fishing licence if you want to fish during:

    • Family Fishing Weekend (February 14 – 16, 2026)
    • Mother’s Day Weekend (May 9 & 10, 2026)
    • Father’s Day Weekend (June 20 & 21, 2026)
    • Family Fishing Week (June 27 – July 5, 2026)

    There are two options to participate: join a public event near you or fish with your family and submit your “family event” to receive a free digital fishing package and be entered into a draw for a $500 Fishing Prize Pack from Lucky Strike, Shimano, and Ontario Out of Doors!

    Free fishing periods remind us of the value of Ontario’s recreational fishery, and the importance of keeping it healthy for future generations. While fishing you must:

    • follow conservation licence catch limits
    • obey size limits and sanctuaries
    • follow the fishing regulations
    • carry a permit or identification card issued by the provincial or federal government, showing your name and date of birth

    Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary
    Use Fish ON-Line


    • 27 Jun 2026
    • 8:00 AM
    • 29 Jun 2026
    • 7:00 PM
    Register

    Organized by the Steenburg Lake Community Association (SLCA).

    Celebrate Canada Day in classic cottage style by turning your dock into a show of true patriot love! Participants will decorate their docks with red and white flair—think flags, lights, inflatables, maple leaf themes, and more. Boaters and paddlers can cruise around the lake to view the patriotic displays and vote for their favourite decorated dock.

    How It Works:

    1. Dock Registration:

       - Cottagers sign up by June 25 to be included on the official *Dock Hop Map*.

       - Register for this event here on the website or text/call  Selena at 905 441 3202. Once you are registered your dock receives a number which you can make up a sign for and place somewhere visible on your dock.

    2. Decorating Rules:

       - Theme: Canadian pride! (Be creative—you can use lights, music, costumes, and interactive displays!)

       - All decorations should be up by 12:30 PM on Saturday June 27th, 2026

    3. Tour & Vote:

       - all weekend, boaters tour the lake and admire the creativity and cheer on your neighbours. Get the Dock Hop Map with dock numbers and a Spotify playlist of Canadian hits to listen to while you cruise the lake.Click  Link  to be taken to the playlist

       - Voters submit their top 3 favourite docks via website or at the voters box at the boat launch.

    -Dock Photo Contest: Snap pics of your dock and submit to our website for bonus prizes

    4. Winners Announced:

       - the winners will be announced July 1st at the Ice cream Sundae event

    -Floating Judges Panel: Sunday afternoon a panel of judges will cruise the lake to give points that will help determine the winners

    Categories

    Spirit of Canada, best overall Dock

    Best Creative Theme Dock

    Best Patriotic Dock

    Honourable Mentions for creativity, humour, and spirit



  • Register

    Presented by the Steenburg Lake Community Association. 

    Keep the celebrations going on JULY 1ST!

    The SLCA invites members to join us for Canada day Ice Cream Sundaes at the boat launch, And also grab a fun family picture at our Canada Day photo booth, with a patriotic face in the hole back ground. 

    From 2 to 4 pm at the boat launch , 1035 Steenburg Lake North Rd.  Vanilla ice cream with strawberries, and popsicles for those that are not able to enjoy ice cream.

    We will Uplaod photos to website for those who don't mind sharing them with our members.

    Please register for this free event.




    • 11 Jul 2026
    • 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Steenburg Lake Beach - North Road
    Register

    Presented by the Steenburg Lake Community Association.

    SLCA members please join us for the SLCA Beach Party, a fresh take on a beloved tradition! This event is the evolution of our classic regatta- still featuring water races and fun competitions for all ages but with even more community spirit!  The SLCA table will include some invasive species materials.

    Enjoy a fun, festive, family atmosphere with classic summer refreshments of watermelon, hot dogs and cookies, simple and delicious , perfect for a day at the beach!

    Register here to let us know you are joining us for this FREE event! More info to follow about activities and races as the date gets closer.



    • 18 Jul 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • 1115 C Steenburg Lake North Rd
    Register


    • 7 Aug 2026
    • 9 Aug 2026
    • Campbellford Fairgrounds, 313 Front St. N., Campbellford
    • 15 Aug 2026
    • 9:30 AM
    • West Highland Golf Course Madoc
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    Presented by the Steenburg Lake Community Association. 

    Tee up for a great day spent with your lake friends and neighbours for a reboot of the popular Steenburg Lake Golf Tournament. This year we are getting back into the swing of things with a simplified event, scramble style , shot gun start, and fun prizes. The cost is very reasonable as there is no meal included but, we have arranged for a social gathering afterwards at Iron Rooster if you wish to join us.

    Event Details:

    • Date: Saturday August 15, 2026

    • Time: 9:30 am, Shotgun Start

    • Location: West Highland Golf Course, 177 Atkinson Rd, Madoc, ON 

    • Fees: $ per person, includes golf and a cart 

    • Registration: To play in the tournament please register in teams of 2 or 4, let us know in the registration who you are playing with. If you are a team of 2 you will be paired with another twosome for the tournament. 
    • Contact Information: Selena Bruni 905 441-3202 
    • *Please Register by August 1st* to be included in the tournament.
    • There is no meal included with this tournament but we have made arrangements for a social gathering at The Iron Rooster after the tournament. Please let us know if you would like to attend, so we can arrange enough seating. You are most welcome to order off the menu at your own cost.


    Scramble Golf Tournament

    Format: 4-man scramble. Each team will play as a foursome, using the best shot from their members on each hole. 

    Rules:

    • Each team member will tee off on every hole.
    • The best shot from the tee is chosen, and all other players must play from that spot. 
    • Balls must be placed within one club length of the chosen shot, but not closer to the hole. 
    • Scoring is based on the team's strokes on each hole, using the best shot from their members. 



    • 21 Aug 2026

    2026 Municipal Election candidate nomination period ends on Nomination Day, August 21, 2026. Thinking of running for office?  Contact the Clerk’s office in your municipality for details on submitting your nomination. In Limerick email clerk@township.limerick.on.ca and in Tudor & Cashel email clerk@tudorandcashel.com .


    • 28 Aug 2026
    • 29 Aug 2026
    • 5681 Highway 620, Coe Hill

    Details to come closer to date

    • 29 Aug 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Boat Launch/ Boat House
    Registration is closed
    • 29 Aug 2026
    • 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Steenburg Lake (Lot 727)

    Come by boat - or by your favourite float to the 18th annual “Have-A-Dock Jamboree”!

    This concert is being held to raise money for the North Hastings Community Cupboard (NHCC), the Bancroft Food Bank.

    Come join us for some great entertainment featuring local singers, dancers and musicians, on Saturday, August 30th from 2-4 pm on the north shore of Steenburg Lake (Lot 727).

    You can make a donation now or up to 2 weeks after the show by clicking the “DONATE” button below. Thank you for supporting the NHCC. Your contribution will make a difference. For more information, please contact Fred Cotie at: phone: 647-828-4451 Email: fcotie@hotmail.com 

    • 5 Sep 2026
    • 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Boat Launch 1035 Steenburg Lake North Rd, Gilmour, On
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    Presented by the Steenburg Lake Community Association. 

    The SLCA is happy to host The Annual BBQ and Corn Roast on Saturday September 5th! Be sure to get your tickets as soon as possible, we have a limited number of tickets and we will sell out. Ticket sales close August 30th and no tickets will be available after this date.

    There will be some tables and chairs for seating but we encourage you to bring a chair if you can.

    Tickets for Members & their immediate families can be placed on one order -- select 'Option 1: Member'.  Tickets for Friends must be purchased on a separate order (select 'Option 2: Friend')


    • 11 Sep 2026
    • 13 Sep 2026
    • 24 East St., Warkworth
    • 17 Sep 2026
    • 9:00 AM
    • Join online

    Crowe Valley Conservation area virtual Board meetings begin at 9:00am and are open to the public.  Meeting dates and start times are subject to change at the discretion of the Authority’s Chair.  Currently meetings are being held virtually.

    The agendas are posted approximately a week prior to the Board meeting and the link to join the meeting is at the top of the agenda.

    For schedule and agendas: https://www.crowevalley.com/board-meeting-schedule-2022/

    • 18 Sep 2026
    • 20 Sep 2026
    • 45 Cooper Rd, Madoc, ON K0K 2K0

    See schedule of events: https://www.madocfair.ca/

    • 19 Sep 2026
    • 27 Sep 2026

    See map and artist bios: https://bancroftstudiotour.org/

    September 19-20 and 26-27, 2025


    • 10 Oct 2026
    • 9:00 AM
    • 12 Oct 2026
    • 5:00 PM
    • 48 Alma St, Norwood

    Details to come closer to date

    https://www.norwoodfair.com/



    • 19 Nov 2026
    • 9:00 AM
    • Join online

    Crowe Valley Conservation area virtual Board meetings begin at 9:00am and are open to the public.  Meeting dates and start times are subject to change at the discretion of the Authority’s Chair.  Currently meetings are being held virtually.

    The agendas are posted approximately a week prior to the Board meeting and the link to join the meeting is at the top of the agenda.

    For schedule and agendas: https://www.crowevalley.com/board-meeting-schedule-2022/

Past events

7 Jun 2026 SLCA Annual General Meeting
9 May 2026 Free Mother's Day Family Fishing Weekend
1 May 2026 Municipal Election nominations begin today
29 Mar 2026 Cancast Fishing & Tackle Show 2026
28 Mar 2026 Bancroft Seedy Saturday & Syrup Fest
26 Mar 2026 Cottage Life Show - Spring
19 Mar 2026 Toronto Sportsmen's Show 2026
14 Mar 2026 Warkworth Maple Syrup Festival
13 Mar 2026 Quinte Sportsman Boat and RV Show 2026
14 Feb 2026 Free Family Day Fishing Weekend
13 Feb 2026 The Great Backyard Bird Count 2026
6 Feb 2026 Spring Fishing & Boat Show 2026
20 Jan 2026 Webinar: Beyond the Fishbowl: The Pet Trade and Aquatic Invasive Species in Canada
14 Nov 2025 Cottage Life Show - Fall
11 Oct 2025 Norwood Fair
20 Sep 2025 Bancroft & Area Autumn Studio Tour
20 Sep 2025 Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Today
17 Sep 2025 Webinar - Plants and Partners: Multi-faceted Approaches to Buckthorn Control
12 Sep 2025 Madoc Fair
5 Sep 2025 Warkworth Fall Fair
22 Aug 2025 Coe Hill Fair
3 Aug 2025 SLCA Annual General Meeting
12 Jul 2025 Hazardous Household Waste Drop-off today
28 Jun 2025 Family Fishing Week
28 Jun 2025 Steenburg Invasive Species ID weekend
14 Jun 2025 Free Family Fishing Father's Day Weekend
28 May 2025 FOCA Webinar: The importance of Cottage Succession Planning
10 May 2025 Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Limerick
10 May 2025 Free Family Fishing Weekend
30 Mar 2025 Cancast Fishing & Tackle Show
20 Mar 2025 2025 Spring Cottage Life Show
20 Mar 2025 Invasive Species Webinar
13 Mar 2025 Toronto Sportsmen's Show
7 Mar 2025 Quinte Sportsman Boat and RV Show
18 Feb 2025 2025 Invasive Species Forum
15 Feb 2025 Free Family Fishing Weekend
14 Feb 2025 Spring Fishing & Boat Show
14 Feb 2025 The Great Backyard Bird Count
15 Nov 2024 Fall Cottage Life Show
9 Nov 2024 2024 FOCA Fall Seminar: Healthy Shorelines
24 Oct 2024 FOCA Cottage Succession webinar: Seize the Time or Take Your Time
1 Sep 2024 SLCA Pig/Corn Roast
1 Sep 2024 Have-a-Dock Jamboree
21 Aug 2024 Bingo at the boat launch
17 Aug 2024 SLCA 5K run CANCELLED
7 Aug 2024 Bingo at the boat launch
4 Aug 2024 Annual General Meeting
27 Jul 2024 Steenburg Lake Artisan Show

- Sponsored Content -

Exploring  Hastings County in autumn

By Hastings County Economic Development and Tourism

Hastings County is a gem all year long, but the reds, oranges, browns and golds of Fall are something special. Fall is the perfect time to explore in all forms: by foot, bike, motorcycle, horseback, car and by boat. The colours you find at the top of a lookout spot or reflected on a lake are some of the most breathtaking views you’ll see all year long.

 Have you ever been to O’Hara Mill Homestead and Conservation Area? A half hour drive away, it’s known for having one of the most well-preserved 19th-century homesteads in Ontario and is home to seven interweaving hiking trails. You can enjoy the fall colours and fresh air as you navigate the terrain that pioneer families like the O’Haras had to tame.

 If you prefer travelling on two wheels, load up your bicycles and head just 18 minutes North to the Dungannon Recreation Centre. From there, you can ride your bike on the L’Amable Beach Loop.  This is just one of 23 curated cycling routes we’ve created with interactive and downloadable maps (https://hastingscounty.com/adventures/cycling).

If you prefer to take the motorized route, enjoy a car ride along one of our 14 scenic driving routes throughout North Hastings (https://hastingscounty.com/adventures/blog/fall-hikes-and-drives).  Then when you need a break and would like a warm drink, stop and go for a stroll in downtown Bancroft and visit any of our unique shops or stop in at one of our cozy cafes including McG’s Cakes on Main, Wattle and Daub Café or The Muse Gallery & Café. 

 If you just have too much to do at the Lake, and prefer to unwind later in the day, there is a wonderful selection of performances on at the Village Playhouse in Bancroft. While in Town, if you like Mexican food, arrange a pre-show dinner at Fiesta Flavors Mexican Restaurant, just a short walk from the Theatre. Then before finding your seat at the Theatre, consider a stop at the expanded new location of the Bancroft Brewing Company and try their wide variety of locally crafted brews.

 This is just a small sampling of many things to see and do across Hastings County. For example, might we add that if you're looking for a morning out on the weekend, consider heading north to Maynooth where eclectic shops, art galleries, and the locally loved Sun Run Cafe are ready to greet you. Nearby Lake St. Peter Provincial Park offers hiking paths that lead to a gorgeous lookout spot. There are tons more to explore at our website VisitHastings.ca   There you’ll find information on the many fun, rural and locally loved events that happen all year long.


our mission

To source and make available relevant information to the Membership regarding political and environmental changes that impact cottage ownership and take appropriate action on behalf of the Association when deemed necessary by the executive; to promote, educate and encourage responsible lake stewardship and to provide opportunities to meet and socialize at events throughout the year with fellow cottage owners.

Become a member

Your annual membership fee of $40 helps the Steenburg Lake Community Association achieve their mission on behalf of the residents of Steenburg Lake. Fees fund fun activities throughout the year, they support our Lake Stewardship program, Newsletters, Website, and Government Relations. Your membership is appreciated, and required, in order to continue as an association.

email us: inquiries@steenburglake.ca


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THE BOARD

inquiries@steenburglake.ca

  • President Joanne Burghardt
  • Secretary Kelly Ellis
  • Treasurer David McDonald
  • Membership Lorie Butkus-Hill
  • Social Selena Bruni
  • Lake Stewardship Paulina Callaghan
  • Newsletter Lannie Johansen
  • Caitlin Gillespie

Rock Markers Keith Fletcher


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