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(705) 782-6776
info@tarbutt.ca
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.
Click here to view MSAA Seniors Tip Sheet Click here to view MSAA Seniors Fact Sheet Click here to view Tarbutt Seniors and Persons with a Disablility webpage
At its May 21st, 2025 meeting, Tarbutt Council passed the following building by-law: Click here to view Building By-law 2025-16
Click here to view media release
2025 Summer Student Job Posting 2025 Summer Student Job Description
The summer hours now apply at the Joint Johnson Tarbutt Landfill. The hours on Wednesday are now from 12 pm to 7 pm.
The Township Office will be closed Monday, May 19th, 2025 in observance of Victoria Day! See you Tuesday, May 20th at 9:00 AM
On May 7, 2025, there will be a routine test of the AlertReady emergency alerting system in Ontario. The test message will be distributed over TV, radio and compatible wireless devices and will occur at 12:55 p.m. EDT. Visit alertready.ca for more information.
Tarbutt Township
27 Barr Rd. South
Desbarats, Ontario
P0R 1E0
