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 Tarbutt Times 2026 Summer Newsletter
Air Quality and Heat Warning Click here to view Algoma Public Health’s Air quality and Health: Wildfire Smoke Click Here to view Guidance for Cleaner Air Spaces during Wildfire Smoke Events – Canada.ca
The doctors of Thessalon, Bruce Mines, and Richards Landing invite residents from across the Central Algoma region to attend an important public meeting to inform the community and seek support for a significant new initiative to maintain, improve, and expand healthcare facilities and services in our region. Date: July 15 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Central Algoma Secondary School (CASS) This meeting will provide information on a vision to strengthen local healthcare, enhance existing services, and expand healthcare opportunities for residents of Central Algoma. Community support is essential to making this vision a reality. Join us, learn more, and lend your support. Help us help you get the healthcare you deserve.
Please be aware that Johnson Township has implemented a Fire Ban effective July 14th, 2026. This means that the Johnson-Tarbutt Landfill will NOT be accepting clean wood debris or brush until the ban has been lifted.
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We’re Looking to HEAR from you. Help shape the future of rural Ontario! The Health, Economic, and Adaptation in Rural Communities (HEAR) Initiative is a long-term research project designed to better understand the experiences of rural and northern communities across Ontario. HEAR collects local, community-level data on health, economic well-being, and climate adaptation to support stronger planning, policy, and decision-making.
2026 School Board Election Algoma District School Board Trustee
Algoma Public Health – Heating Warning Guidance Document Community Partners July, 2026 Signs and symptoms of heat related illness and inujury Algoma Public Health – Extreme Heat And preventative measures
