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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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5 May 2026

May 2026, Newsletter

Check out what May has in store for us, in our monthly newsletter! Newsletter Issue 143 May 2026 Want something added for next month? Email recreation@johnsontownship.ca to have your information included.

5 May 2026

Banners for Veteran’s Tribute 2026

Join us in honouring Veteran’s past and present as we cover Lake Huron Drive with commemorative banners. We invite you to complete an application for a loved one, family member, or friend and highlight their act of service on a Banner. Applications are open until Friday, July 3rd, 2026 and filled on a first-come-first served […]

5 May 2026

Notice: Tender for upgrade to Ice Plant

We are looking for contractors to complete & upgrade the ice plant at Johnson Township Community Centre. Johnson Township Ice Plant upgrade tender Ad: Tender for upgrade to ice plant

28 Apr 2026

Special Council Meeting Agenda for April 29, 2026

View The Agenda For April 29, 2026

20 Apr 2026

2026 Reg McHale Big Pike Family Fishing Derby – Registration OPEN

Register early online to get on the water first and reel in the monster everyone’s after!

9 Apr 2026

Now Hiring: Summer Student Employment 2026

Summer Student Employment 2026 – Johnson Township Johnson Township is accepting applications for youth summer student positions for the upcoming season. All roles are pending funding approval. Eligible applicants must be between 15–30 years of age. Available Position Areas (Pending Funding) Recreation & Administration Recreation and administrative support roles assisting with program planning, event coordination, […]

9 Apr 2026

Addendum to Regular Council Meeting April 9, 2026

Regular Council Meeting Agenda- Addendum

2 Apr 2026

Regular Council Meeting April 9, 2026

View The Agenda For April 9, 2026

24 Mar 2026

2026 Desbarats for Sale May 9: Registration Now Open

Join in on the Community Yard Sale, Saturday, May 9th, 8am-1pm. All individuals, families, organizations, farms, and businesses are encouraged to take part. Registration of a sale can be done in person at the Municipal Office or online at: https://johnsontownship.ca/desbarats-for-sale-registration/ There are two ways you can host your own sale: At your house by registering your […]

13 Mar 2026

Regular Council Meeting March 18, 2026

View The Agenda For March 18, 2026