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Established in 1889 and home to the hamlet of Desbarats, Johnson Township is located 60 km east of Sault St. Marie on the historic TransCanada highway.  With access to the beautiful North Channel of Lake Huron, Johnson Township is also home to several freshwater lakes with public beaches and boat launches, along with the wildlife preserves of the Kensington Conservancy for all to enjoy. Johnson Township provides a year-round range of recreational events and programs that are both indoors and outdoors; utilizing the Community Centre, Arena, and surrounding grounds. The Community Centre houses a full-sized arena along with a kitchen, that is available for rentals for all events. Central Algoma Elementary & Secondary School accommodates some of these programs, along with being an educational center for your child’s development. Johnson Township truly is a vibrant agricultural community, with a seasonal Farmer’s Market supported by the local talents and Mennonite community; being a place to enjoy the fresher things in life. Stop in and enjoy everything Johnson Township has to offer from the history of the town, to the new memories that can be made.

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12 Jul 2024

Notice of Regular Council Meeting- July 17th, 2024

Regular Council Meeting Agenda July 17, 2024 All information for the July 17, 2024 Regular Council Meeting that takes place at 6:00 p.m.;  can be found below: https://johnsontownship.ca/council/council-meetings/ Regular council meeting Agenda July 17, 2024 6:00pm The New Council Chambers 1 Johnson Drive

9 Jul 2024

Community Night

Come join us at the Desbarats Community Night on Saturday July 13, 2024!! Parade starts at 4:30pm. After the parade try your hand at games or sit and while enjoying a piece of pie or the traditional Beef on a bun all while listening to the music and visiting with friends and neighbors.  Hope to […]

3 Jul 2024

Scheduled Power Outage

Algoma Power has a planned power outage for the hamlet of Desbarats, town of Bruce Mines and all the associated side roads north and east of those communities. July 10, 2024 8:30 to 2:00pm Rain date is July 11, 2024

20 Jun 2024

2024 Registration: Reg McHale Big Pike Family Fishing Derby

Register online to hit the water first thing in the morning to snag the big guy!

18 Jun 2024

Addendum to Regular Council Meeting – June 19, 2024 And Time Change

Addendum to Regular Council Meeting – June 19 , 2024 Council meeting time change, meeting will start at 6:30pm      

14 Jun 2024

Notice of Regular Council Meeting- June 19th, 2024

All information for the June 19, 2024 Regular Council Meeting that takes place at 6:00 p.m.;  can be found below: https://johnsontownship.ca/council/council-meetings/ Regular council meeting Agenda June 19, 2024 6:00pm The New Council Chambers 1 Johnson Drive

13 Jun 2024

Municipal Office Closing Early

Johnson Township Municipal Office will be closing early on Monday June 17, 2024 For staff training.

2 Jun 2024

Desbarats Cemetery Work Bee

Desbarats Cemetery Work Bee is scheduled for June 15, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Participants are encouraged to bring their own tools and fond memories.

2 Jun 2024

Mount Pleasant Cemetery Work Bee

The Mount Pleasant Cemetery (Gordon Lake) work bee is set for June 8th, starting at 9:00 am and concluding at 12:00 pm. Attendees are advised to bring their tools and personal stories to share. We anticipate a successful gathering and the participation of all.

13 May 2024

Addendum to Regular Council Meeting – May 15th, 2024

An Addendum for the May15, 2024 Regular Council Meeting that takes place at 6:00 p.m.; can be found below:Regular Council Meeting Addendum. May 15th, 2024 https://johnsontownship.ca/johnsontownship/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Regular-Council-Meeting-Addendum.-May-15th-2024.pdf