July 3, 2026
BICA worked with Nature Conservancy Canada to apply for and successfully receive a $3000 grant from the Invasive Species Centre to control invasive phragmites in the Bay of Islands. We'll be using the funds this summer to hire a contractor to control a big patch of phrag growing on the beach at Flat ...
July 3, 2026
As Canada Day and the July 4th holidays approach, summer is in full swing in the Bay of islands. With that, here are some important updates regarding event changes, water and fire safety, news from NEMI and reminders to complete our recent surveys. Event Updates: NEMI's Hazardous Waste Recycling Day ...
June 10, 2026
So many of our families in the Bay of Islands have deep history with Moredolphton, now The Island Lodge. Many of us would never have discovered our precious gem — The Bay of Islands — were it not for a fishing expedition or family adventure to Moredolphton. Others can recall spending youthful ...
June 10, 2026
Welcome back to the Bay everyone! Hope this gorgeous weather continues but that we get some rain as well. I wanted to share news from Ward 1: Fire Safety You may have seen that NEMI is currently under a complete Fire Ban. That includes the islands. Check the Town website https://www.townofnemi.on.ca/ or ...
June 10, 2026
Hello, I’m sure everyone is looking forward to another glorious summer in the Bay. I hope everyone has a great time, but I want to remind you to be safe and careful with fire, boats, swimming etc. Below are some helpful reminders: We have made some changes to the Fire Safety page on ...
March 7, 2026
Please note an important update regarding pleasure craft license changes, which are now law. Here are the key updates you should be aware of: Expiry date: All new, transferred and renewed pleasure craft licenses are valid for 5 years. Licenses that previously didn’t have ...
February 17, 2026
Mark your calendars! Once again, the BICA board has planned a fun filled summer for 2026. With both beloved, traditional events and new creative celebrations, we have many opportunities to bring our community together this coming summer! More details and requests for volunteers will be forthcoming ...
February 17, 2026
Hugh McLelland Hugh McLelland was one of the Georgian Bay Association’s first board members and long-time supporters. He was also active in the BICA community over his many years in the bay. Sylvia McLelland wrote a beautiful tribute to her husband, Hugh.The work Hugh was most committed to was ...
February 17, 2026
Leona Catherine Nahwegahbow Mno Aankwad Kwe Chief Rodney Nawegahbow shared a moving tribute to his mother, Leonia, who recently passed away.She was committed to a life of service to her community and the Anishinaabe people, where she was voted in as a band councillor and eventually as Chief. She ...
January 16, 2026
William Roger “Bill” Williams 1958 – 2026 William Roger “Bill” Williams, was born July 6, 1958, in Toronto, Ontario. He passed away fighting hard for his life on January 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. We are sure he has now been reunited with his parents, Dorothy (Dodds) ...
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