Water Permit Renewal for Parry Sound Golf Club - Georgian Bay
Official title: PARRY SOUND GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB - Permit to take water
A golf course near Parry Sound wants to renew its permit to draw water from Georgian Bay and a pond. They'd take up to 1.6 million litres daily for irrigation and clubhouse use. The permit would last 10 years.
Why This Matters
Live near Georgian Bay or McDougall? Large water takings can affect lake levels and local ecosystems. This is classified as low-risk, but neighbours may want to weigh in on a decade-long permit.
What Could Change
If approved, the golf club could draw up to 1.6 million litres daily from Georgian Bay for irrigation, plus 7,000 litres for the clubhouse. A separate pond draw adds another 163,800 litres daily. The permit would run from April to October for 10 years.
Key Issues
- Should the golf club be allowed to take up to 1.6 million litres daily from Georgian Bay?
- Is a 10-year permit duration appropriate for this water taking?
- Is the Category 1 (low-risk) classification accurate for this permit?
How to Participate
- Review the permit details on this consultation page to understand the proposed water taking volumes and schedule.
- Submit your comments through the Environmental Registry by February 28, 2026. You can also email enviropermissions@ontario.ca or call 1-800-461-6290.