About Us
The Trout Lake Campers Association Sudbury District (TLCA-SD) is committed to building a strong, welcoming community for members and residents of the Trout Lake area. We are a volunteer-led, non-profit organization, incorporated in 2008. For more information on our history, visit our “Our Story” page.
Our mission is to protect and enhance Trout Lake by promoting responsible use and supporting lake stewardship. Through collective stewardship, we strive to keep it safe, thriving, and sustainable for generations to come.
Our vision is a clean and healthy Trout Lake supported by an informed community committed to responsible use and stewardship.
Why Our Community is Special
Trout Lake is a welcoming community where both summer visitors and permanent cottagers enjoy the natural beauty and year-round accessibility. Whether you’re here for a seasonal retreat or have made the lake your home, the area provides lodging, essential services, and local amenities to support your needs.
Situated near Alban and Noelville, with Sudbury just an hour away, Trout Lake is well-connected while maintaining its peaceful charm. Local businesses offer gas, groceries, building supplies, a farmers market, and even an art gallery, ensuring both short-term guests and longtime residents can find everything they need to make the most of life at the lake.
Outdoor Activities & Recreation
For outdoor enthusiasts, we offer public boat launches, with additional launch options available at the lodges. Whether you’re looking for snowmobiling trails, quad riding, hunting, fishing, snowshoeing, or cross-country skiing, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Our local snowmobile trails are a must for winter adventurers, while summer brings prime opportunities for boating, fishing, and exploring the great outdoors. No matter the season, our community welcomes you to embrace the natural beauty and recreational opportunities that make this place special.
Come discover all that Trout Lake has to offer!
President’s Message
TLCA Governing Documents
This section provides links to TLCA-SD’s governing documents. These documents outline the framework and operational guidelines of our nonprofit organization.
- Articles set out our organizations, name, location of the head office, and any special rules we may have such as the number of directors, membership classes and voting rights. Before the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA), these rules were included in our bylaws.
- Bylaws detail the structure, roles, and responsibilities that guide our governance, while our policies establish the principles that inform our decision-making processes.
- Policies and Procedures explain how our organization handles certain operational issues such as privacy issues, conflict of interest matters, social media and membership applications.
- Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) Minutes provide a record of our discussions and resolutions, ensuring transparency and accountability to our members.
Articles of Incorporation
& Bylaws
Policies & Procedures
AGM Minutes
Financial Statements
Coming Soon. For more information check out our Bylaw Review page.
Social Media Policy – Coming Soon
Privacy Policy – Coming Soon
January 1 – March 31, 2004
January 1 – September 30, 2024
The FOCA (Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Associations) webpage, “Association BMPs” (Best Management Practices), provides a valuable resource for cottagers and lake associations to learn about and implement environmentally sound practices for protecting Ontario’s lakes and waterways.
Our Partners
French River Stewardship Council
The French River Stewardship Council is an Ontario non-profit corporation comprised of local stakeholders who are dedicated to protecting and improving the French River's water quality. A volunteer executive runs the council's day-to-day operations.
Federation of Ontario Cottage Associations
FOCA is the voice of the Ontario waterfront. FOCA speaks to, and on behalf of, the 250,000 waterfront property owners (WPO) who live at the water, either seasonally or year-round. Our members are 525 lake & road associations in rural communities across the province. Learn more about issues that affect waterfront Ontario. Sign up for the FOCA newsletter - Elerts. Direct to your inbox.
Support TLCA’s mission for a sustainable lake environment by making a one-time or recurring monthly gift. You can also choose to make a donation in honour of someone special who loves Trout Lake.
