Deer Bay Hall Usage Proposal

Applications are now closed. Thank you.

The Municipality of Trent Lakes and its Council are now accepting proposals for the usage of the building on Deer Bay School Road, previously known as Deer Bay Hall.

About the Building

Built in 1898 and upgraded to cement block in 1930, the building is located just outside of Buckhorn on the Deer Bay School Road, at the end of the street.

The building operated as a school (Deer Bay School) until 1968 when it was sold to the Municipality.

Since then, it has been used as a community centre, community care hub, and a women's shelter, among other things to support the community. It has been vacant the past several years due to the need for renovations.

About the Proposal

Recent interest led to a Council decision to accept proposals from residents looking to utilize the building.

Applicants are required to provide a comprehensive usage proposal accompanied by a formal delegation to Council. Only those applications that complete a usage proposal and elect a delegate to present the proposal will be considered.

Presentations to Council will take place on November 8, 2023 at 9 a.m. during a Special Meeting of Council.

The proposal process will ensure the Municipality will consider all possibilities and make a decision that will have the greatest benefit to the Trent Lakes community.

What to Include in the Proposal

The merit of the submitted proposal will be based on its ability to answer the following questions:

• What is the cultural/social value?
• How will it benefit the Municipality?
• What community support is there for the proposed usage?
• What amenities are necessary for the proposed usage (e.g. A/C, high voltage circuitry, appliances, office space, AV equipment, etc.)
• Who will manage operations?
• What are the financial implications?
• Is it expected to generate income? How? For whom? 

Site Visit

Applicants are welcome to visit the site with Municipal staff on September 13, 2023 from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Please email recreation@trentlakes.ca to be added as an attendee.

Deadline and how to Apply

Applicants must submit their comprehensive usage proposal no later than October 20, 2023 at 11:55 p.m. in order to be considered. 

Applications are now closed.

Questions?

Questions regarding submitting a proposal can be directed to our Recreation and Facilities department, at 705-738-3800 ext. 227.