The Belmont Lake Cottagers' Association (BLCA) was established in 1956. It is a not-for-profit organization run by a volunteer Board of Directors that works with cottagers and permanent residents to:

• Protect the lake environment.

• Monitor and liaise with municipal and provincial governments on issues affecting our lake.

• Guide members on issues affecting cottagers (taxation, water levels, services, etc.)

• Organize recreational activities.

• Promote and encourage a safe boating environment.

• Lobby the organizations that regulate water levels, levy local taxes and provide services to property owners on Belmont Lake and associated waterways.

Learn about membership here or get in touch with us here.

John is the President and Chair of the BLCA. He is also the editor of our newsletter, a role he took on in 2019. He joined the BLCA Board of Directors in 2020. He and his wife Heather, their daughter Erin Dixon and their son-in-law Gord McCance have co-owned their cottage on the northwest shore of Belmont Lake since 2015. John enjoys cottage-maintenance puttering and pass-times like kayaking and watching wildlife (chipmunks, turtles, otters, birds…). 

Peter is a past President of the BLCA and still actively engaged as a volunteer. Previously he has served as Treasurer for 3 years and President for 11 years. He and his family have owned a cottage on the North West shore of Belmont Lake since 1960. Peter grew up on Belmont Lake, as did his son and daughter who have lasting memories and many friends from that cherished experience.

Greg has been an active member of the BLCA Board of Directors for several years and has been the driving force behind the annual regatta which continues to be our most popular event. He also manages the our mailing list, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) accounts. Greg and his family have been on Belmont Lake for many decades and his cottage is on the north side of Big Island. 

Valerie is the Treasurer of the BLCA which includes membership records. She has been an active member of the BLCA Board of Directors since 2020. She and Ron have owned a cottage on the northeast shore of Belmont Lake since the 90s. They started volunteering as Road Representatives and found it was a great way to meet neighbours from around the lake.

Wendy is a member of the BLCA board. Among her responsibilities are water testing and the fishing derby.

Ellen is a member of the BLCA board. Among her responsibilities are researching lake history, managing finances and organizing the fall hike.

Chris Wiggins is a member of the BLCA baord. Among his responsibilities are organizing the golf tournament.

Tishan is responsible for the BLCA website, Facebook page and various technology used by the board. Tishan and his family have owned a cottage on the southwest shore of Belmont Lake since 2022. It has become their home away from home and you will find them on Belmont Lake through all four seasons.