Port of Orillia

12/16/2024

12/13/2024

The City of Orillia has initiated a dredging program to address w**d growth and sediment build-up within the Port of Orillia.

The project will restore historic lake depths, ensuring the Port can accommodate larger vessels and remain a key destination for boaters. Work will take place over the winter with completion expected by spring 2025. During this project, the boat launch and a portion of the parking lot at the Orillia Waterfront Centre will be closed to the public. The paved trail will remain open.

While the project is underway, active dredging will keep the water moving and break ice during the process, preventing thick ice from forming. The City and the contractor will be working with community partners to monitor and communicate conditions regularly to ensure public awareness.

Learn more about the project at orillia.ca/waterfront or by reading the full news release: https://www.orillia.ca/en/news/Dredging_program_begins_at_Port_of_Orillia.aspx

12/05/2024

To address w**d growth and sediment build up within the Port of , dredging will take place over the next few months. The contractor has now mobilized on site and has launched a small tugboat and several barges into the water, which will be used to complete the dredging.

During this project, the boat launch and a portion of the parking lot at the Orillia Waterfront Centre will be closed to the public. The trail will remain open.

The project is taking place over the winter months as a means to mitigate impact on Port of Orillia operations and the waterfront during the busy summer season. Recognizing the lake's use for various winter activities, the City will be working closely with the contractor to keep the public informed about the project's progress and lake conditions in the area. Safety plans and signage will be adjusted as ice and weather conditions change.

It is anticipated the project will be complete in early spring 2025. For more details, including the project location map, visit https://www.orillia.ca/en/news/Waterfront_Dredging_Project.aspx

11/12/2024

Boater trip!

Stockholm, Choice on Tour: Vasa Museum or ABBA Museum, Sofiero Palace, Copenhagen, Tivoli Gardens, Choice on Tour: National Museum of Denmark or Explore Nyhavn, Oslo, Borgund Stave Church, Flåm Railway, Geirangerfjord Cruise, Bergen

10/17/2024

Celebrate Small Business Week at OMAH on Oct 21! Enjoy appetizers, drinks & local history.
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Email from Orillia District Chamber of Commerce join us October 21 for a gala reception celebrating local business! On October 21 we will be kicking off small business week at the Orillia Museum of Ar

10/15/2024

09/11/2024

Extend your summer with Port of Orillia and Dock Links! Book a slip Friday and mention the code "Extend Summer" to receive our special offer of 2 nights free when you buy a 2 night slip rental. Download the Explore Orillia & Lake Country App to enjoy local shopping, dining, and more!

09/01/2024

Wrapping Up an Epic Day Two at the Orillia Pirate Party! 🏴‍☠️

Today was filled with thrilling battle re-enactments, lively performances, and an amazing Vendor Market. it’s been a day to remember!

Join us for live music tonight from the Orangeman from 8-11PM. 🎶⚓

Thank you to everyone who came out this weekend and made it unforgettable. Check out some highlights from today’s adventures below!

A special thank you to our sponsors MD Marine Insurance, Dock Links & C-Tow Marine Assistance for making the event possible!

📷: Captured By Michelle

09/01/2024

Get your souvenir Pirate Party T-shirt at the C-Tow booth at the Port of Orillia.

09/01/2024

Get ready to Party Like a Pirate this September long weekend with our exclusive T-shirts! 🏴‍☠️💀

Limited quantities available, so grab yours at the Port of Orillia before they're gone!

09/01/2024

09/01/2024

It is the boaters that make the Port of Orillia Pirate Party and this year the bar was raised! So many great boats and crews!

09/01/2024

Congratulations to the 2024 Pirate Party Winners! 🚤

🏆 Best Decorated: Gumball
🏴‍☠️ Best Dressed Crew: Seamphony

A huge thank you to all participants for making this year's event a success and a special thanks to our judges from MD Marine Insurance!

08/31/2024

Day One of the Orillia Pirate Party Highlights! 🏴‍☠️

We had an incredible first day at the Orillia Pirate Party! Check out some snapshots from today’s adventures below. 🦜⚓

But the fun isn’t over yet—join us tomorrow for another day packed with excitement!

📅 Sunday, September 1st - Schedule of Events:

🛍️ Vendor Market: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

All Day:

Pirate Village featuring cooking, blacksmithing, and rope-making demos (located next to Port of Orillia)

Battle Re-enactments:

11:00 AM: Attack on Champlain Sailing Club - Pumpkin Bay
1:00 PM: Pirates Battle Lord Mayor's Garrison - field adjacent to Couchiching Beach, Port of Orillia
2:00 PM: Sea Battle - Port of Orillia
3:00 PM: Sea Battle featuring Sea Fencibles - Port of Orillia

Music 🎶:

8:00 PM - 11:00 PM: Live Music at Port of Orillia Gazebo featuring Orangeman

📷: Captured By Michelle

08/31/2024

The bravest buccaneers took the plunge at today's 'Walk the Plank' to raise money for the Rotary Club of Orillia Aqua Theatre 🏴‍☠️ 💦

📷: Captured By Michelle

08/31/2024

08/31/2024

The Orillia Pirate Party is in full swing! 🏴‍☠️Pirates have taken over the Port of Orillia.

There’s still plenty of time to join the fun—come on down and be part of the adventure! ⚓️

📷: Captured By Michelle