Wildfire Update - July 17, 2026 12:00pm

FINAL WILDFIRE UPDATE – UNDER CONTROL

July 17, 2026, 12:00 pm

The Ministry of Natural Resources has now updated the status of the small wildfire located on Crown land between Calabogie and Burnstown from “Being Held” to “Under Control.”

According to the Ministry, “Under Control” means the fire has received sufficient suppression action to ensure there will be no further spread.

The fire has not yet been officially classified as “Out,” which is the final stage indicating that it has been fully extinguished. MNR crews may continue working in the area as they complete suppression and monitoring activities, and the fire is anticipated to progress toward that final status over the coming days.

There continues to be no threat to the public, nearby homes or infrastructure.

With the fire now under control, this will be the Township’s final update. We will provide further information only if the situation changes or there is information the public needs to know.

The Township thanks the Ministry’s fire crews for their quick response and continued work, and residents for allowing emergency personnel to operate safely.

Barnet Cottage

The Barnet Park and Cottage property was willed to the Township as a recreation area, by Tom Barnet, grandson of a Lumber Baron, who used it as his summer residence and cottage. The approximate seven-acre property boasts a public boat launch, two beaches, two gazebos, a picnic shelter, picnic tables, and lots of grassy areas for the public's enjoyment.

The Cottage can be rented for functions and events from June to September. The park remains open to the public at all times. Contact the Township Office to check on availability.

Residents/Non-Residents $600.00 per day/ $1000.00 per weekend

Damage deposit $500.00 (refundable after facility inspection)

50% deposit is required to secure the rental

The Facility User (applicant) will be required to submit a Certificate of Liability Insurance in the amount of at least $1,000,000 with an endorsement naming The Corporation of the Township of Greater Madawaska as an additional named insured.

If the Facility User (applicant) does not possess adequate liability insurance coverage it may be purchased through the Township’s Insurance Broker and the cost will be added to the Rental Fees.

Insurance premium rates for Intact Public Entities Facility User for $2,000,000 Limits of Liability, are based on number of people attending the event, the length of duration of the event, and whether or not alcohol will be at the event.

For more information on the purchase of insurance please contact the Township Office.

The Cottage has a maximum capacity of 70 people.

Tables and chairs are available to accommodate the maximum capacity.

The Cottage consists of a 24'x35' main room, a kitchen, washrooms, and a large covered wrap-around porch.

Please keep in mind that the park, boat launch, beaches, etc, all remain open to the public.

Please note that large event tents are not permitted.  Tents no larger than 10'x10' are allowed.

Barnet Cottage

Barnet Cottage floor plan

Barnet Cottage main room

Barnet Cottage kitchen

Barnet Cottage covered porch

Barnet Cottage covered porch 2

Barnet Park layout

Barnet Park aerial photo

Please thoroughly read the Barnet Cottage Rental Agreement and the Regulations and Conditions for rental of Barnet Cottage.

Contact Us

Township of Greater Madawaska
19 Parnell Street, PO Box 180,
Calabogie, ON, K0J 1H0
Phone: 613-752-2222
Fax: 613-752-2617
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