Municipality of Dysart et al

What Municipality of Dysart et al does

The Municipality of Dysart et al is a lower-tier municipal government located in Haliburton, Ontario, within the County of Haliburton in Central Ontario, Canada. Operating under the Municipal Act, 2001 and subject to provincial accessibility legislation including AODA, the entity delivers local government services to permanent and seasonal residents across multiple functional lines: building and septic permitting under the Ontario Building Code, waste management through five landfill sites, accessible specialized transportation via the DYMO Bus program, recreation facilities and programs, community events, environmental protection, and emergency services. Governance rests with an elected Council led by a Mayor, with administrative staff headed by a Chief Administrative Officer; the entity is currently in a leadership transition following Mayor Murray Fearrey's passing in May 2026 and the appointment of a new Mayor on July 7, 2026.

The municipality's core digital infrastructure consists of the dysartetal.ca website portal, which provides residents with access to news, permit applications, subscription-based alerts across categories including Council News, Public Service Announcements, Bids and Tenders, and Environment and Waste Management. A notable technical component is the ArcGIS-powered Building Interactive Map that enables property lookup by address or roll number for waterbodies, Environmental Protection Zones, and zoning information. Event registration and recreation program booking are handled through the Perfectmind platform. The municipality also maintains an email/newsletter subscription service and a presence across Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. No public API, SDK, mobile application, or partner-facing integration exists beyond the ArcGIS mapping embed.

Revenue is derived primarily from property taxes, supplemented by transactional user fees: DYMO Bus fares range from $9 (within Haliburton Village) to over $330 for long-distance trips to Toronto/Kingston, with $55/hour add-ons; one-time landfill passes are priced at $5; backyard composters at $57; and digesters at $124. Service delivery occurs through the main municipal office, the five waste disposal sites (Haliburton, Harcourt, Kennisis Lake, West Bay, West Guilford landfills), and contracted operations including Haliburton Bus Lines for DYMO Bus services. Strategic partnerships span the County of Haliburton and adjacent townships (Joint Accessibility Plan 2023-2027), FoodCycle Science and Impact Canada (2022 FoodCycler pilot), and local charities including Cornerstone to Recovery, SIRCH Community Services, and Heat Bank Haliburton County.

Name

Municipality of Dysart et al

Legal name

Municipality of Dysart et al

Website

https://dysartetal.ca

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Municipality of Dysart et al is a lower-tier Ontario municipal government providing building and septic permits, waste management at five landfills, accessible transportation via DYMO Bus, recreation programs, and community services to residents of the County of Haliburton, Canada.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (9251), Waste Management and Remediation Services (562), Waste Collection (56211), Services to Buildings and Dwellings (5617)

SIC

Services-Facilities Support Management Services (8744), Refuse Systems (4953), Transportation Services (4700)

akta.pro primary industry

Housing & Neighborhood Services (Local Housing Programs) (BPAIACAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Eco-Friendly Disposal, Recycling & Donation Hauling (HSAIAOAJ), C&D Waste Collection, Hauling & Container Services (Roll-off/Dumpsters) (EUAIAHAA)

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Accessible community transportation
• Building permit services
• Waste management services
• Recreation programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Haliburton

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Property Taxes: Primary revenue source for municipal services including road maintenance, emergency services, and general operations.
2. Transportation Fees: DYMO Bus accessible transportation service generates revenue through fare-based fees based on zones traveled, ranging from $9.00 to $330+ per trip.
3. Waste Disposal Fees: One-Time Landfill Passes at $5.00 each allow short-term renters to dispose of garbage and recycling at municipal waste disposal sites.
4. Composting Equipment Sales: Sale of composters at $57 flat fee and digesters at $124 flat fee for backyard composting.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Municipality of Dysart et al provides essential local government services to residents and property owners within the County of Haliburton, Ontario. Core offerings include building and septic permitting under the Ontario Building Code, waste management and recycling at five municipal landfill sites, accessible door-to-door community transportation via the DYMO Bus service, recreation programs and facility rentals, environmental protection through Site Alteration By-Laws, and community events. Services are funded primarily through property taxes and supplemented by user fees.

Product overview

Municipality of Dysart et al operates a municipal government website portal rather than a commercial product suite. The core digital offering is the municipal website providing residents access to government services including building and septic permits, garbage and recycling at five waste disposal sites, accessible transportation (DYMO Bus), and community events. Supporting modules include an ArcGIS-powered Building Interactive Map for property zoning lookup, Perfectmind-powered event registration, email subscription services for news and alerts, and accessibility accommodations under AODA compliance. No commercial AI, API, or SaaS product offerings exist.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DYMO Bus: Accessible community transportation service operated by the Municipality of Dysart et al to assist residents with mobility difficulties, providing specialized door-to-door pre-booked bus service within Haliburton County and beyond.

Products and services

• DYMO Bus Accessible Community Transportation Specialized wheelchair-accessible bus service providing shared-ride, door-to-door transportation for residents with mobility difficulties within Haliburton County and beyond, including medical transfers and long-term care facility transport. Operated through Haliburton Bus Lines under contract with the municipality.
• Building and Septic Permits Service Building permits, sewage system permits, site alteration approvals, entrance permits, file searches, and septic reviews governed by the Ontario Building Code. Applications accepted online via portal and via PDF, processed by the Building Department.
• Waste Management and Recycling Services Five waste disposal sites accepting garbage, recycling, textiles, tires, electronics, and other materials. Services include drop-off access, One-Time Landfill Passes for short-term renters, and household hazardous waste collection events.
• Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program Periodic household hazardous waste drop-off events and year-round collection of special wastes at landfills, including paint recycling through Product Care Recycling at local hardware stores (Haliburton Home Hardware and Minden Home Hardware).
• Composting Equipment Sales Sale of backyard composters at a $57 flat fee and digesters at a $124 flat fee, available at the Haliburton Landfill to promote residential composting and waste diversion.
• Accessibility Services and Accommodations Programs and policies ensuring compliance with AODA standards including accessible customer service, alternate format documentation, communication supports, and the County of Haliburton Joint Accessibility Plan under the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation.
• Recreation Programs and Facility Rentals Recreation programs, activities, and facility rentals including the Arena, Haliburton Junction Skate Park, Parks and Outdoor Spaces, Seniors Active Living Centre, and seasonal activities. Registration is powered by the Perfectmind booking system.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduces waste through composting programs, textile recycling, and waste diversion initiatives
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature1 record

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Haliburton Bus LinescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHaliburton Bus Lines operates the DYMO Bus accessible transportation service under contract with the Municipality. The service provider handles booking, dispatch, and operations of specialized transit for residents with mobility difficulties. Contact: 705-457-5076 or [email protected].
• County of HaliburtoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint accessibility planning partnership with County of Haliburton and other townships (Algonquin Highlands, Highlands East, Minden Hills) to implement the 2023-2027 Multi-Year Joint Accessibility Plan. Also includes shared civic addressing department and joint accessibility policy development.
• FoodCycle ScienceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoodCycle Science partnered with the municipality for the 2022 FoodCycler pilot project, providing subsidized FoodCycler units for in-home composting. FoodCycle Science produces residential and commercial devices that compost food waste into finished compost product.
• Fleming College Haliburton School of Art + DesignminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for the Great Haliburton Clothing Swap event, hosting the event in the Great Hall at Fleming College campus. College provides venue for clothing drop-off (Sept 28 - Oct 1, 2026) and pick-up (Oct 3, 2026).
• Haliburton 4Cs Lily Ann Thrift StoreminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal charity thrift store accepting donations of gently-used clothing and items. Referenced in reduce/reuse programs and community events.
• SIRCH Community ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSIRCH Community Services operates the Thrift Warehouse and hosts Repair Cafes. Partner in waste reduction and reuse initiatives.
• Heat Bank Haliburton CountyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharity accepting firewood donations from residents, mentioned as part of reduce/reuse tips for waste reduction.
• Product Care RecyclingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProducer responsibility organization operating the paint recycling take-back program. Haliburton Home Hardware and Minden Home Hardware accept paint for recycling year-round through this program.
• Cornerstone to RecoveryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegistered charitable organization that delivers Dysart's textile recycling program. Supports people experiencing addiction and mental illness. Partners with Recycling Rewards/Talize for collection and processing.
• Recycling Rewards (Talize Inc.)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFor-profit Canadian recycling company operating textile collection bins. Partners with Cornerstone to Recovery for textile recycling program. Operates over 900 bins across Ontario.
• Haliburton Highlands Health ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity Support Services offers transportation services for seniors (age 55 plus) and adults with disabilities throughout Haliburton County. Alternative transportation option for DYMO Bus-eligible residents.
• Ontario Onsite Wastewater AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOOWA created the septic system Do's and Don'ts resource referenced by the municipality for proper septic maintenance guidance.
• Haliburton County Master GardenersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal organization that helps residents select native plants to restore shorelines. Developed Native Plants for your Property Including Shorelines resource.
• Watersheds CanadaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProduced the Ribbon of Life video and Resilient Shorelands brochure referenced for shoreline protection and environmental education. Website at watersheds.ca.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• City of Kawartha Lakes: Larger nearby single-tier municipality in Central Ontario offering a much broader range of municipal services including transit, waste management, building permits, and recreation — comparable in service mix but operating at greater scale and complexity.
• Town of Bracebridge: Muskoka-region lower-tier municipality referenced as a DYMO Bus long-distance trip destination. Comparable in rural/semi-rural municipal service portfolio and Central Ontario geography, though larger in population.

Direct peers

• Municipality of Highlands East: Haliburton County partner township in the Joint Accessibility Plan. Operates similar small-rural municipal services including waste disposal sites, building permits, and recreation programs in a comparable dispersed geography.
• Haliburton Bus Lines: Contract operator of the DYMO Bus accessible transportation service. Directly comparable as the operational delivery partner for specialized accessible transit — a model replicated by other small Ontario municipalities partnering with local bus operators.
• Municipality of Minden Hills: Neighboring lower-tier municipality in Haliburton County and active joint-partner with Dysart et al on the Multi-Year Joint Accessibility Plan and shared service arrangements. Operates a comparable portfolio of waste, building, and recreation services in a similar rural geography.
• County of Haliburton: Upper-tier county government providing shared services including civic addressing and joint accessibility planning with Dysart et al. Operates as the regional coordinating tier above Dysart et al within the same geography.
• Township of Algonquin Highlands: Partner lower-tier township within Haliburton County collaborating on joint accessibility planning. Comparable rural municipality profile with similar building, waste, and environmental protection responsibilities.

Regional players

• District Municipality of Muskoka: Upper-tier regional municipality providing shared services to lower-tier Muskoka towns (Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Huntsville, etc.). Comparable role in pooling municipal services across rural communities and managing waste/environmental infrastructure.
• Township of Muskoka Lakes: Lower-tier Muskoka municipality offering comparable seasonal-resort municipal services including building permits, waste disposal sites, and recreation — serving a similar cottage-country demographic profile to Dysart et al.

Emerging players

• FoodCycle Science: Pilot partner providing the FoodCycler in-home composting unit used in Dysart et al's 100-household pilot. Comparable as an emerging player in residential food-waste diversion, increasingly partnering with municipalities across Canada on similar pilots.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCVWZxsvf8VCyDf04uwjCJ6g
• Facebookfacebook.com/Dysartetal
• Instagraminstagram.com/dysartetal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/municipality-of-dysart-et-al

Compliance3 records

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