BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council directs staff to submit a delegation request to the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) for the 2026 Conference, being held on May 11–13, 2026, to discuss the impacts of unorganized townships on Northern Ontario municipalities, and any other Ministry related concerns.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of Huron Shores supports the resolution of the Town of Saugeen Shores endorsing the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (ACO) proposal to include $10 million per year in the 2026 Provincial Budget for the Heritage Helping Housing (HHH) grant program; AND THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Finance, the Ministe
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of Huron Shores supports the request of the Town of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands that the Ministry of the Environment reconsider the use of lighter-grade oils for chip-and-tar surface treatment, or develop a suitable alternative, in recognition of the reduced durability and increased maintenance costs experienced by municipalities; AND THAT a copy of
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorize municipal staff to participate as a vendor at the 2026 Blind River Healthy Aging Fair, to be held June 18, 2026, and the 2026 Thessalon Healthy Aging Wellness Event, to be held June 17, 2026, as per Items 9.9 and 9.11 of the March 11, 2026 Council agenda, in order to provide information to residents regarding municipal and local services and emergency prepared
WHEREAS Council, by Resolution No. 26-01-17, authorized up to three members to attend the 2026 Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) Conference held in Timmins, May 11 - 13, 2026; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the follow Council Members plan to attend: Mayor Armstrong Councillor Pirrie Councillor Brown
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council endorses the attendance of Councillor Vine at the 2026 Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference; AND THAT all eligible conference-related expenses be paid in accordance with the Municipality’s approved policies.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorizes up to three members of Council to attend the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) Conference, held in Timmins, May 11-13, 2026; AND THAT it cover all associated expenses.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of Huron Shores supports, in principle, the Municipality of Wawa’s resolution requesting that the Province of Ontario provide adequate protection against excessive and malicious rent increases for tenants while maintaining the ability for landlords to operate a viable and sustainable business; AND THAT Council direct staff to circulate this resolution to the Ho
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of Huron Shores supports, in principle, the resolution of the Northern Ontario Women’s Association regarding the implementation of Ontario Bill 5 and the protection of women’s rights, leadership, and environmental health; AND THAT Council direct staff to send a formal letter of support to the Northern Ontario Women’s Association.
WHEREAS Canada's east-west trade and national mobility rely on the Trans-Canada Highway system, including Highways 17 and 11 across Northern and Eastern Ontario, which carry significant freight volumes but remain predominantly two-lane corridors; AND WHEREAS four-laning the entirety of Highway 17 is the ultimate goal of the communities along the corridor; AND WHEREAS the proven "2+1" highway desig
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorizes Mayor Armstrong and Councillor Currie to attend the ROMA 2026 Annual Conference, to be held in Toronto from January 18 to 20, 2026; AND THAT all associated expenses be covered.
WHEREAS the Municipality has received a request under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) for access to records that include communications subject to solicitor-client privilege; AND WHEREAS solicitor-client privilege is a substantive legal right of the Municipality that protects the confidentiality of legal advice and ensures Council and staff may seek and
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council directs staff to explore the process with Canada Post to standardized all mailing/postal addresses within the geographic boundaries of the Municipality of Huron Shores to “Huron Shores” as the recognized place name, with a unified postal code assigned accordingly; AND THAT staff report back to Council on the steps required to advance implementation.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council formally adopts the Recreation Master Plan as a guiding document for future recreation services and infrastructure planning; AND THAT a Special Meeting of Council be scheduled for September 24, 2025, to undertake a detailed review of the Plan’s recommendations and to consider priorities for phased implementation.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Municipality of Huron Shores approves a municipal contribution of up to $201,914 toward Phase One revitalization of the Huron Shores Recreation Centre, with $175,657 to be drawn from the Modernization Reserve, and $26,257 to be drawn from Partnership Reserve; AND THAT Council reaffirm its support to proceed with the Municipality’s application to the Northern
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council sets a Special Meeting on Thursday, June 26, 2025, to receive the draft Recreation Master Plan and presentation from The Sierra Group.
WHEREAS the Government of Ontario has announced an expansion of strong mayor powers to an additional 169 municipalities, effective May 1, 2025; AND WHEREAS these powers allow mayors to unilaterally override council decisions, appoint senior municipal staff, and set budgets without majority council approval, undermining the Principles of democratic governance; AND WHEREAS municipal governance funct
WHEREAS physician shortages continue to be a critical issue in Northern Ontario, leaving many residents without access to adequate primary healthcare services; AND WHEREAS the Honourable Sylvia Jones, Minister of Health, previously indicated that Ontario was expediting the accreditation process for foreign-trained doctors to help address this crisis; AND WHEREAS over a year has passed since these
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council members be invited to submit nominations for the 2025 Ontario Senior of the Year Award to the Clerk, including all required information for the submission, no later than April 25, 2025; AND THAT staff be directed to prepare and submit the selected nomination to the Ontario Honours and Awards Secretariat on behalf of the Municipality of Huron Shores prior to the required
WHEREAS the Provincial Land Tax (PLT) paid in unincorporated areas of northern Ontario helps fund critical community services such as policing, land ambulance, public health, and social services; AND WHEREAS northern municipalities face a significant tax burden compared to unincorporated areas, creating inequities in funding these essential services; AND WHEREAS Local Services Boards (LSBs) and Lo
WHEREAS Council passed Resolution 24-32-10 on November 13, 2024, directing the Recreation Committee to explore and bring forward recommendations regarding the potential for naming rights of the Recreation Centre or the development of a comprehensive municipal naming policy; AND WHEREAS a draft Municipal Naming Rights and Sponsorship Policy has been prepared for Council’s review, including consider
WHEREAS the Provincial Land Tax (PLT) paid in unincorporated areas of northern Ontario helps fund critical community services such as policing, land ambulance, public health, and social services; AND WHEREAS northern municipalities face a significant tax burden compared to unincorporated areas, creating inequities in funding these essential services; AND WHEREAS Local Services Boards (LSBs) and Lo
WHEREAS under Ontario Regulation 391/21: Blue Box, producers are fully accountable and financially responsible for their products and packaging once they reach their end of life and are disposed of, for ‘eligible’ sources only; AND WHEREAS ‘ineligible’ sources which producers are not responsible for including businesses, places of worship, daycares, campgrounds, public-facing and internal areas of
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Municipality of Huron Shores supports, in principle, the Thessalon School Council's efforts to lobby the Ontario Ministry of Education to designate Thessalon Public School as a capital project for a new school in Thessalon; AND THAT a letter of support be sent to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Education, the Minister for Seniors and Accessibility, th
WHEREAS, at the December 11th Meeting of Council, a Special Meeting was set to review and provide feedback on the Draft Strategic Plan; AND WHEREAS Council deems it desirable to discuss the matter in the absence of a motion; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT, by 2/3 vote, Council hereby suspends the requirement of a motion, in order to determine the next steps in finalizing the Strategic Plan.
WHEREAS the office of the Mayor for the Municipality of Huron Shores was declared vacant on January 15th, 2025, and will be filled by appointing a sitting member of Council at the Special Meeting on January 29, 2025; AND WHEREAS additional vacancies on Council remain to be filled in accordance with Section 263 of the Municipal Act, 2001, to ensure full representation of the community; NOW THEREFOR
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #24-58 being a by-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to prescribe a tariff of fees for the services or use of property in the Municipality of Huron Shores was read a Second and Third time, and passed in open council this 15th day of January, 2025.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #25-02 being a by-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to execute a Transfer Payment Agreement with His Majesty the King in right of Ontario as represented by the Office of the Fire Marshal for the Fire Prevention Grant was passed in open Council this 15th day of January, 2025.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Minutes of the following joint boards on which the Municipality has representation: Thessalon Town and Township Cemetery Board - October 1, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorizes 2025 membership renewal with the Huron North Community Economic Alliance, at a cost of $500.00
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #24-62, being a by-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to Execute an Agreement with AECOM to provide Wards 1 – 4 2025 Landfill Sites Engineering Services was passed in open Council this 11th day of December, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Minutes of the following municipal committees: Huron Shores Environment Advisory Committee - September 10, 2024 Huron Shores Cemetery Committee - July 17, 2024 Iron Bridge Historical Museum Committee - December 3, 2024 Infrastructure Services Committee - November 7, 2024 Community Development Advisory Committee - October 3, 2024 Sowerby Hall and Heritage Co
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Minutes of the following joint boards on which the Municipality has representation: Algoma Public Health Board of Health - September 25, 2024 Algoma District Services Administration Board - September 26, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED THAT, due to the limited time between the Christmas break and the regularly scheduled Council meeting, Council reschedules the January 8, 2025, Regular Council meeting to Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves amendments to the Personal Leave of Absence Policy, as circulated.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT as per the recommendation of the Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC), Council authorize staff to apply to the NOHFC Community Enhancement Program for the Iron Bridge Recreation Centre rehabilitation project, including the components outlined in the CSRIF application, ensuring all funding opportunities are pursued to support the project’s success.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive the draft Corporate Strategic Plan for review and feedback; AND THAT staff be directed to schedule a meeting with the Consultant to provide feedback in order to determine the next steps in finalizing the document.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorize Mayor Seabrook, or a designated representative, to attend the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) Conference scheduled for May 5-7, 2025, in North Bay; AND THAT it cover all associated expenses.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #24-63, being a by-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to Adopt the Minutes of the Special Public and Regular Council Meeting held Wednesday, December 11, 2024, authorizing the taking of any action authorized therein and thereby, was passed in open Council this 11th day of December, 2024.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adopt the minutes of the Special Public and Regular Meeting of Council held Wednesday, October 9, 2024 and the Special Meeting of Council held Wednesday, October 16, 2024, as circulated.