WELCOME TO THE
TOWNSHIP OF CARLING
Looking for information about the Township of Carling? You’ve come to the right place.
Whether you’re a resident, cottager, visitor, or business owner, we’re here to help. Browse our website to find the information, services, and resources you need.
Announcements
MTO Highway Updates
Are You Registered to Vote?
The next municipal election in the Township of Carling takes place on Monday, October 26, 2026.
Elections Ontario is now responsible for maintaining the Permanent Register of Electors for Ontario municipal elections. You may access the Elections Ontario Register to Vote Portal for more information and to update your information.
Find important information for voters and candidates on our election webpage.
Carling's Photo Contest
Show us what makes Carling unforgettable! We’re looking for high-quality photographs that capture the natural beauty, landscapes, wildlife and unique character of the Township of Carling. The winning photo will be featured on our brand-new Welcome to Carling sign, greeting residents and visitors for years to come.
Land Acknowledgement
We wish to acknowledge that we live, work on and enjoy the lands that have been inhabited by Indigenous peoples from the beginning. Indigenous families know these lands as the hunting grounds, medicine areas and gathering places. As newcomers, we are grateful for the opportunity to meet here and we thank the generations of Indigenous people who have taken care of this land and its waters for thousands of years.
Carling Township is on the homeland of the Anishinaabek, Ojibway, Odawa and Pota-wa-tomi peoples, under the Robinson-Huron Treaty. As we are all treaty people, it is important to learn about the lands we stand on and the people who live here. Carling Township is committed to providing services without oppression or racism and seeks to understand how we can contribute towards healing and reconciliation.
The Story of the
Township of Carling
The Township of Carling is situated on the eastern shore of Georgian Bay, directly northwest of Parry Sound. The Township was first surveyed in 1873 with a reported land area of 52,926 acres and 2,223 acres of water area. The Township was given the name Carling after the Honorable John Carling, president of the Carling Brewing and Malting Company and M.P.P for London in the 1860s.
On May 29th, 1897 Patrick McCurry, the Stependary Magistrate for the District of Parry Sound declared the “Creation of the Township of Carling.” Carlings first Reeve was David McFarland. Alexander Alves, Frances Dillon, John Buchannon, and David McFarland Jr were Carling’s first Councillors.
Township of Carling Awarded $1.875 Million Grant for New Fire Hall
We are excited to announce that the Township has been awarded a $1,875,000 grant from the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation to support the construction of a new Fire Hall. The contract for the project has been awarded to Adams Brother Construction Ltd.
Explore Our
Community Services
Important Dates to Remember
Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it. Here are some important dates to not forget.
Community
News & Events
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- 11August 11, 2026 Council Meeting9:00 am
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- 21Carling Book Club10:00 am - 12:00 pmThe Carling Book Club meets the 3rd Friday of each month in the meeting room at the Community Centre from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. , ...
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Summer Hours
First weekend of May until Thanksgiving Day.
The Statutory Holiday Hours will be in effect for the Thanksgiving Weekend (October 12-14), Winter Hours will begin on October 15th.
Carling Transfer Station
Monday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Killbear Transfer Station
Monday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Holiday Hours
Statutory Holiday Hours – DOWNLOAD HERE
Christmas Waste Site Hours
Reduced hours over Christmas Holidays at both Killbear and Carling Sites. Christmas hours will be posted each year prior to the holidays.
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