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.
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Please note that the Municipal Office will be closed from noon on Wednesday, December 24th to 9 am Monday, January 5th. Urgent emails and voicemails will be addressed during the closure. We appreciate your understanding. Wishing you a Safe and Happy Holiday!
The Johnson-Tarbutt Landfill will close at 4 pm on Wednesday December 24th and Wednesday December 31st to allow staff to celebrate with family. We appreciate your understanding.
Please join us for a Remembrance Day ceremony and wreath laying at Port Findlay Cemetery, Tuesday November 11, 2025 at 10 am SHARP
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The Desbarats to Echo Bay Planning Board has made an amendment for when the Public can directly contact Planning Board staff for inquiries. This adjustment is being implemented to allow staff to dedicate additional time to application processing, file review, and administrative responsibilities while continuing to accommodate in-person and telephone inquiries. The new public inquiry hours will be as follows:Tuesdays: 9am to 1pmThursdays: 12 pm to 4 pm Outside of these hours, members of the public and municipal staff are encouraged to contact the Planning Board by email admin@tarbutt.ca.Applicants are encouraged to visit the Planning Board webpage – https://tarbutt.ca/planning-board/ prior to contacting Planning Board Staff.
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. Link to Agenda and Minutes
Tarbutt Township
27 Barr Rd. South
Desbarats, Ontario
P0R 1E0
