WELCOME TO TARBUTT  TOWNSHIP

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The Corporation of the Township of Tarbutt is located in the centre of the District of Algoma, nestled along the North Channel of Lake Huron. It became a Township on December 22nd 1911. Then became a Corporation on October 9th 1956. The area is well known and loved for its rugged beauty and peacefulness. 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 location of Tarbutt Township is on both sides of the Trans-Canada Highway 17 East. The shoreline dotted with many rocky islands, have drawn tourists to the area for almost a century. During the summer months the population influx exceeds that of the permanent residents. However, the Township has remained a rural one, and enjoys benefits from having both an agricultural based community, and a summer community. Agriculture is the main occupation of the rural residents, but industries in Sault Ste. Marie are also major employers of local residents who enjoy the commute. Tarbutt is approximately a 40 km drive from Sault Ste. Marie.

The current year round population of the Township is approximately 450 people but swells to double that during the summer months when seasonal residents come to enjoy their properties.
Lost and Found
Please call the Township Office if you wish to register a lost pet, personal item, etc. here.
​705 782 6776​
A heater was picked up in the Lakeshore, Barr Road Area. If it belongs to you please call the office and provide staff with the details about it.
Plotter Service Available at Tarbutt Township Office
Tarbutt Township has a plotter/printer that can print up to 24" wide on paper. Please call the office in advance for details and send through digital files (PDF's, JPEG, etc. to admin@tarbutt.ca 

Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment

Tarbutt Township has plans to make an amendment to the Zoning By-law. Please click here to read the proposed amendment regarding storage containers.  A date for public meeting to discuss the amendment will be realeased soon.

For Sale

2012 Freightliner M2 106V
​Meticulously maintained 2012 Freightliner Combination Plow / Sand truck. Ready for the road will complete safety at purchase time.
  • Del / Tenco plow
  • Krown undercoating every year.
  • Used to clear Municipal Roads in small Township
  • Call or e-mail admin@tarbutt.ca for more details
  • $120,000 OBO
Regular Meeting of Council at 6pm February 24th, 2021 at MacLennan Hall (762 MacLennan Rd.)

Quick Links 

Online Fire Permit Application
Landfill Information
Popular By-Laws
Meeting Minutes
Council Member Information

Tarbutt Times Winter Newsletter

Click HERE to see the Tarbutt Times Winter Newsletter

Tarbutt Township Over the Years

Over the next little while we will be adding historical pictures and documents to the website and our Facebook page, some interesting items to keep you entertained during this time of social isolation. Big Thank You to our local Historian Jane Smith for all the hard work and dedication you have put into the history of our Township. Click HERE to go to our history page.

Dr. Harold Trefry May "Whats up Doc"

Click HERE (February, 2021) for an excellent resource for seniors in our area. The Dr. Harold Trefry Centers May Newsletter

Seasonal Reminder: Do Not Push Snow Across Roadways

Putting snow or ice on the roadways could be dangerous for anyone travelling 
our Township roads.​

Landfill Hours

Saturdays - 9am - 5pm
​Wednesdays 12noon - 5pm

SHARE SHED CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
 
​Thank You to all the volunteers that made the share shed extension possible.
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The Township of Tarbutt and The Township of Johnson invite quotes from regulated suppliers for the purchase and installation of one 20 foot sea container at their shared landfill site located at 3860 Government Road, Desbarats, Ontario. CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS
Tarbutt Township
27 Barr Rd. South
Desbarats, Ontario
P0R 1E0
Phone: (705) 782-6776 
Fax: (705) 782-4274
Garage: (705) 782-6341
Firehall: (705) 782-6341
Email: tarbutttownship
@bellnet.ca
Contact Form: Click Here
Regular meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month.