The many islands and shoreline with its jagged white rocks and pine trees, have inspired many a folklorist, artist, and poet over the years.
The residents of The Township of Tarbutt enjoy a good quality of life and consider the maintenance of the status quo to be an important aspect in protecting this quality of life over the long term. In the Township there are certain aspects and characteristics that contribute to the high quality rural lifestyle including the natural environment, the people, the agricultural and rural areas, the open scenic countryside, wooded areas, and the shoreline of the North Channel on Lake Huron. The Township of Tarbutt also is distinguished by its unique landforms and rich history that in part is founded upon agriculture and resource industries. These are the qualities that, taken together, create an identity that is highly valued by the residents.
A Special Council Meeting will be held November 5th, 2025 at 5:00 pm at the Township Council Chambers. The next regular Council Meeting will be held November 19, 2025 at 6:00 pm at the Township Council Chambers.
Please note the Johnson Tarbutt Landfill Winter hours are now in effect. Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Wednesday 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
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Resident Engagement Survey Let us know how we are doing by completing this brief survey. It will only take a few minutes of your time. Responses to this survey will help us better understand public sentiment regarding the levels of service provided by the Township of Tarbutt in several different areas Click here To complete the survey Survey responses are anonymous. Results will be compiled and shared with the public once the survey has closed. If you would like to make additional comments or ask questions related to anything in the survey, please feel free to email info@tarbutt.ca. Comments made by email will remain private but will be included with the final survey results.
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Tarbutt Township
27 Barr Rd. South
Desbarats, Ontario
P0R 1E0
