Township of Tiny - Tiny, ON

What Township of Tiny - Tiny, ON does

The Corporation of the Township of Tiny is a municipal government entity established in 1868 under the Baldwin Act of 1850, operating in the Southern Georgian Bay region of Ontario, Canada, and forming part of the County of Simcoe. It is headquartered at 130 Balm Beach Road West in Tiny, Ontario, and serves approximately 12,966 permanent residents across 335 square kilometers of territory including over 70 kilometers of Georgian Bay coastline, with a seasonal population that doubles to roughly 27,000 during summer months. Services are organized around core municipal functions: building permits and inspections (via the Cloudpermit online portal), water and sewage management across 16 municipal drinking water systems, fire and emergency services, property taxation, by-law enforcement (including a capped short-term rental licensing regime), recreation programming, council and committee governance, heritage preservation, broadband advocacy, and accessibility services. The Township is one of 25 Ontario municipalities designated for bilingual government services under the French Language Services Act, reflecting its French-Canadian founding heritage alongside First Nation (Huron-Wendake) and British influences. Technology infrastructure is largely third-party / vendor-managed: Cloudpermit for permit workflow, Paymentus for credit/debit payments (2.5% service fee), Simcoe County ArcGIS for mapping, and Google Translate for accessibility. The Township is currently executing a major capital project to build a new Administrative Centre at 255 Concession Road 9 E, with construction management awarded to Bertram Construction in February 2025.

Revenue mechanics flow primarily from property taxation (mandatory levy on the ~5,434 private dwellings), metered and flat-rate water/sewer fees (with usage tiers of $1.91–$2.88/m³ and a $160.65 quarterly basic service fee), one-time building permit fees per the Fee By-law, annual short-term rental licensing (capped at 300 operators), and ancillary fees (lot grading deposits, water turn-on fees, parking fines, lawn watering permits). The go-to-market is direct-to-government: services are delivered in person at the municipal office, through 24/7 self-serve online portals, and via community facilities including parks, beaches, ice rinks, and the Community Centre. No commercial product, SaaS offering, or external revenue generation is present; the entity is a public-sector service provider funded by mandatory and discretionary levies on its resident and property owner base.

Name

Township of Tiny - Tiny, ON

Legal name

The Corporation of the Township of Tiny

Website

https://tiny.ca

Company type

Public

Founded year

1868

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Township of Tiny is a municipal government in southern Georgian Bay, Ontario, serving 12,966 permanent residents (27,000 in summer) across 335 sq km of Georgian Bay coastline, providing property taxation, water and sewage services, building permits, fire and emergency response, recreation, and by-law enforcement.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Local Government / Municipal Administration Services

NAICS

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support (921), Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (925), Administration of Environmental Quality Programs (924)

akta.pro primary industry

Mayor/City Manager & General Administration (BPAIACAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF)

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Building permit administration
• Water and sewage management
• Property tax collection
• Recreation and community programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Tiny, Ontario

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Property Taxes: Primary revenue source from residential and commercial property taxation
2. Water and Sewer Fees: Metered water billing based on consumption with quarterly basic service fees; flat rate fees for non-metered properties; sewage system permit fees and re-inspection fees
3. Building Permits: Fees calculated per the Fee By-law for construction permits, accessory structures, additions, decks, renovations, demolitions, and wood burning appliances
4. Short-Term Rental Licensing: Annual licensing fees for short-term rental operators as regulated by By-law 22-017
5. Accounts Receivable: Payment processing for municipal invoices via credit card (2.5% service fee), mail, or in-person

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Corporation of the Township of Tiny is a municipal government that delivers local public services to approximately 12,966 permanent residents (rising to about 27,000 seasonally) across 335 square kilometers in the County of Simcoe, Ontario. Its core services include building permits and inspections, water and sewage system management across 16 municipal water systems, fire and emergency services, property tax billing and collection, recreation programs and community facilities, by-law enforcement (including short-term rental licensing), municipal road maintenance, heritage and cultural programs, and council governance.

Product overview

The Township of Tiny is a municipal government providing comprehensive public services to residents and visitors in the Southern Georgian Bay region of Ontario. Rather than a commercial product company, it offers a portfolio of government services organized around core municipal functions: building and development (permits, inspections, land use planning), water and sewage management (municipal water systems, sewage systems, re-inspection programs), emergency services (fire prevention, emergency preparedness), recreation and community (programs, facilities, parks, beaches, special events), property taxation, by-law enforcement (including short-term rental licensing), council and committee services, accessibility, heritage preservation, and broadband connectivity initiatives. Key digital platforms include the Cloudpermit Online Permit Portal for building/sewage permits and the Tiny Connect notification system. The Township is currently undertaking a major capital project to construct a new Administrative Centre. The service portfolio supports a permanent population of 12,966 (doubling to approximately 27,000 in summer months) across 335 square kilometers with over 70 kilometers of Georgian Bay coastline.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Tiny Connect: Online portal for township services and notifications

Products and services

• Building Permits and Inspections Municipal building permit application processing and inspection services for residential and commercial construction, including dwellings, cottages, additions, decks, accessory structures, renovations, demolitions, and sewage systems. Applications submitted via Cloudpermit online portal or in-person by appointment, with 1-month processing timeline and $5,000 refundable lot grading deposit for grading and drainage works compliance.
• Water and Sewage Services Municipal water supply and sewage system management including water distribution across 16 municipal water systems, meter reading, water quality monitoring under DWQMS, sewage system inspections and permitting, and the 6-year Re-Inspection Program. Services include metered billing (tiered: $1.91-$2.88/m3 plus $160.65 quarterly basic service fee) and flat-rate billing for non-metered properties.
• Fire and Emergency Services Fire prevention, emergency preparedness, fire permits, fire station locations, firefighter recruitment, and public safety education including lithium-ion battery safety awareness (Charged for LiFE campaign), carbon monoxide alarm compliance (new requirements effective January 1, 2026), and Tanker Shuttle Accreditation.
• Recreation Programs and Facilities Community recreation including programs and registration, day camps, affordable recreation programs, parks and trails, public beaches, outdoor ice rinks, senior services, youth services, volunteer opportunities, and special events such as the Charity Pickleball Tournament, Market by the Bay, and Taste of Tiny.
• Property Tax Services Property tax billing, assessment inquiries, and payment processing for residential and commercial properties including online payments via credit card (2.5% Paymentus service fee), pre-authorized payment plans, in-person payment, mail, and after-hours drop box options.
• Municipal Law Enforcement and By-Law Services By-law enforcement services including short-term rental licensing (capped at 300 licenses under By-law 22-017), parking enforcement, noise control, clean yards and property standards, beach encroachments, and motorized vehicle/ATV regulations enforced under a zero-tolerance policy.
• Short-Term Rental Licensing Annual licensing program for short-term rental operators under By-law 22-017 effective October 4, 2022, with a maximum of 300 licenses permitted, zero-tolerance enforcement policy, renter code of conduct, carbon monoxide alarm requirements, and noise/parking compliance enforced via Granicus Host Compliance platform.
• Council and Committee Services Municipal governance including council meetings, committee proceedings, deputations, correspondence, petitions, proclamations, and election administration. Meetings held in-person with virtual attendance options by pre-registration.
• Mapping and GIS Services Geographic Information System services including interactive water system location maps via the Simcoe County ArcGIS portal, municipal infrastructure mapping, and property/land use information for residents and developers.
• Online Permit Portal (Cloudpermit) Digital platform for online building permit and sewage system permit submissions, application tracking, fee payment, and inspection result delivery. Accessible 24/7 with a 5% convenience fee for credit card transactions; 1-month processing timeline.
• Tiny Connect Notification System Municipal notification and communication system for residents to receive alerts about emergencies, advisories, road construction, water advisories, and community news directly to their registered contact information.
• Heritage and Culture Services Heritage preservation and cultural programs including the Municipal Heritage Register, historical points of interest (such as the Théophile Brunelle Homestead built in 1870), heritage publications, local cemeteries, and French language services under the French Language Services Act.
• Internet and Cell Services Advocacy Broadband connectivity information and advocacy including broadband in Tiny resources, funding opportunities, telecom tower locations, and internet speed testing to improve connectivity across the township.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2021 Census population of 12,966 permanent residents; 5,434 private dwellings

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Neptune Technology GroupcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2026Contracted company to install water meters in Lafontaine (services in Lot 22 and 23 of Concession 15) and Vanier Woods Municipal Drinking Water Systems starting May 2026. No charge to property owners for meters or installation.
• Bertram ConstructioncoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 19 February 2025Selected as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Township of Tiny Administrative Centre project. Council voted to select Bertram Construction and enter into agreement for construction management services at the February 19, 2025 Regular Meeting of Council.
• Unity Design StudioscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2024Awarded Phase 2 of the Township of Tiny Administrative Centre Project. Council voted to proceed with UDS contract for design development including conceptual renderings of the new administrative centre.
• Azimuth EnvironmentalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental consulting firm providing Environmental Impact Study (October 2025) and Natural Heritage Report (November 2024) for the Administrative Centre project site assessment.
• Tatham EngineeringcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEngineering firm providing Transportation Impact Study for TTAC project; also contracted to conduct Sewage System Re-inspection Program on behalf of the Township. Bill Goodale serves as C.B.O. Sewage Systems.
• WSP Canada Inc.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEngineering consultancy providing Hydrological, Hydrogeological, and Water Assessment study (September 2024) for the Administrative Centre project.
• Ara HeritageminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHeritage consulting firm conducting Archaeological Study Stage 1 (November 2024) and Stage 2 (July 2025) assessments for the Administrative Centre project site.
• Barriston LawminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLegal firm providing opinions on short-term rental regulations, zoning by-law amendments, and licensing requirements. Sarah Hahn represented the firm in multiple municipal matters.
• MHBC PlanningminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPlanning consultancy providing recommendations on Short-Term Rental Accommodations Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments. Jamie Robinson presented final recommendations.
• Wasaga Adventure ParkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvider of Indoor Laser Tag Adventure experience for March Break events at Township of Tiny Community Centre. Family-friendly activity provider for community programming.
• County of SimcoeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUpper-tier municipality providing short-term rental workshop resources and coordinating regional approaches to municipal challenges including short-term rental regulation.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights10 records

Direct peers

• Town of Midland: Neighbouring lower-tier municipality on the Penetanguishene peninsula within the County of Simcoe; directly comparable in scale, service mix, and waterfront cottage economy dynamics. Identified in the subject company's own customer/geography data.
• Township of Oro-Medonte: Simcoe County township of comparable rural/residential mix with significant waterfront; comparable mandate across water systems, building permits, and recreation programming.
• Township of Tay: Adjacent Simcoe County township historically united with Tiny until 1868; similar rural-waterfront profile, comparable municipal service scope and seasonal population dynamics.
• Town of Wasaga Beach: Adjacent lower-tier municipality at Tiny's southern boundary; directly comparable as a Simcoe County waterfront town with significant seasonal population, tourism, and short-term rental activity.
• Township of Essa: Simcoe County township with comparable rural/small-town mix and similar portfolio of water, roads, building, and recreation services.
• Town of Penetanguishene: Neighbouring town on the southern end of the Penetanguishene peninsula; comparable lower-tier municipal mandate, waterfront community, and reliance on seasonal residents.
• Township of Clearview: Adjacent Simcoe County township with similar rural-urban mix, agricultural and recreational land uses, and comparable small-municipal service delivery model.

Broad incumbents

• Town of Collingwood: Larger Simcoe County town with broader tourism economy and four-season resort base; comparable municipal service portfolio but materially larger scale and budget than Tiny.
• Town of Innisfil: Larger and faster-growing Simcoe County town; relevant as a comparable lower-tier municipality but operates at materially larger scale and budget than Tiny.

Others

• County of Simcoe: Upper-tier municipal parent/partner of the Township of Tiny; relevant as the coordinating body for regional services, shared workshops on STR licensing, and the GIS portal infrastructure the Township relies on.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@tinyca
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/townshipoftiny

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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