WHEREAS Consent Application File No. 2026-C-02 proposes the severance of a 5.56 ha parcel from lands legally described as DAY CON 3 LOT 7 SPT PCL 331; PCL 367 ALG, to be conveyed to the property municipally known as 1413 Basswood Lake Road, resulting in a retained parcel of approximately 24.2 ha and an enlarged benefiting parcel of approximately 6.11 ha, in the Municipality of Huron Shores; AND WH
WHEREAS an application for a Certificate of Validation has been received for properties identified as PIN: 31438-0130 (R), and PIN: 31438-0255 (R); AND WHEREAS Planning Consultant Peter Tonazzo, by Planning Report dated May 5, 2026, recommends approval of the application; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approve the issuance of a Validation Certificate pursuant to Section 57 of the Planni
WHEREAS By-law #24-54 establishes policies and procedures for the sale and disposition of municipally owned lands; AND WHEREAS staff have identified the need to provide greater flexibility in the disposal of surplus lands; AND WHEREAS Council wishes to support opportunities related to community development, economic development, housing initiatives, and local business growth; NOW THEREFORE BE IT R
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the Minutes of the following joint boards on which the Municipality has representation: Algoma Public Heath Board of Health - February 25, 2026 Algoma District Services Administration Board - February 12, 2026
WHEREAS charitable and community fundraising events are held at municipal facilities and/or involve municipal committees, volunteers, and community organizations; AND WHEREAS Council recognizes the need to establish clear, consistent guidelines respecting the roles, responsibilities, and financial handling of such events; AND WHEREAS a formal policy would support transparency, accountability, and
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approve the purchase and installation of upgraded paging and dispatch communication equipment for the Huron Shores Fire Department from Quattra Communications in the amount of $2,850.00 plus applicable taxes, together with the ongoing monthly tower rental and utility costs of $75.00 per month; AND THAT funding for the unbudgeted capital cost be allocated equally among t
BE IT RESOLVED THAT, as per the recommendation of the Public Services Committee, Council directs staff to undertake preliminary site preparation, including tree marking and selective clearing, at the Little Rapids Natural Playground site in 2026, as an initial step toward advancing the project; AND THAT such work be completed within existing operational capacity, subject to staff availability.
WHEREAS two bids for the gravel tender were received to fulfill the requirements of the 2026 Gravel Contract being comprised of the following: 1. To supply, haul and place 3,000 cu. yds. of 5/8” Type “M” Gravel on various roads in Ward 1. 2. To supply, haul and place 3,000 cu. yds. of 5/8” Type “M” Gravel on various roads in Ward 2. 3. To supply, haul and place 2,000 cu. yds. of 5/8” Type “M” Grav
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council accept the tender submitted by Leroy Construction in the amount of $875,302.12 plus applicable taxes for the replacement of Culverts #20 and #21 under the Municipality’s Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program – Health and Safety Water Stream (MHIP-HSWS) funding project; AND THAT Council authorize the CAO/Clerk to execute any required agreements and documentation relat
BE IT RESOLVED THAT, as per the recommendation of the Public Services Committee, Council directs the Fire Chief to establish a maintenance tracking and reporting system for all Fire Department fleet vehicles, including tracking of maintenance activities and hours/kilometers of use; AND THAT the Fire Chief report quarterly to Council.
WHEREAS Council, by resolution 26-08-13, approved the deferral of the ESU 2 replacement vehicle to prioritize the acquisition of a pumper tanker and authorized the Fire Chief to issue a tender for the supply of a 2025, or newer, pumper tanker; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council accept the tender submitted by Commercial Truck Equipment Corporation for the supply of one (1) Pumper Apparatus F
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council directs staff to proceed with the re-advertisement of the remaining surplus lands from the August 2025 tender process, for sale by best offer, in accordance with the Municipality’s Real Property Disposal By-law #24-54, as amended; AND THAT offers received be presented to Council for consideration at a future meeting.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Municipality of Huron Shores supports, in principle, the Crown Land Use Permit application submitted by Luke Vine related to Crown Land parcel G-1893, Lot 1, Concession 4, geographic Township of Kirkwood; AND THAT a certified copy of this resolution and a letter of support, signed by Mayor Armstrong, be provided to the applicant for inclusion with the provinc
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Public Services Committee recommend that Council authorize staff to undertake preliminary site preparation, including tree marking and selective clearing, at the Little Rapids Natural Playground site in 2026, as an initial step toward advancing the project; AND THAT such work be completed within existing operational capacity and subject to staff availability.
WHEREAS two bids for the gravel tender were received to fulfill the requirements of the 2026 Gravel Contract being comprised of the following: 1. To supply, haul and place 3,000 cu. yds. of 5/8” Type “M” Gravel on various roads in Ward 1. 2. To supply, haul and place 3,000 cu. yds. of 5/8” Type “M” Gravel on various roads in Ward 2. 3. To supply, haul and place 2,000 cu. yds. of 5/8” Type “M” Grav
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Public Services Committee recommends that Council direct staff to establish a maintenance tracking and reporting system for all Fire Department fleet vehicles, including tracking of maintenance activities and hours/kilometres of use, and that staff report quarterly to Council.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council acknowledge that the actual costs associated with additional piling, load testing, engineering, and abutment revisions for the Potomac Bridge project have exceeded the upset limit approved under Resolution 26-06-19; AND THAT Council approve Change Order #1 in the amount of $337,636.74 (exclusive of HST); AND THAT the additional funds required be drawn, as appropriate, f
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adopt the minutes of the Special Public and Regular meeting of Council held Wednesday, March 11, 2026, as circulated.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #26-19 being a By-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to amend the Comprehensive Zoning By-law #26-10 to repeal and replace Section 3.20 regarding the "Height or Building Height" was passed in open Council this 8th day of April, 2026; AND THAT all other provisions of By-law 26-10, as amended, shall continue to apply.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #26-20 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 presented by the Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response for funding under the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant to purchase road barricades, solar-powered warning lights, a towable generator, a
WHEREAS the Fire Department’s 2004 pumper truck has exceeded 20 years of service and is approaching the end of its recommended lifecycle, with increasing challenges in sourcing replacement parts; AND WHEREAS Council recognizes the operational need to prioritize replacement of critical frontline fire apparatus; AND WHEREAS Council has previously approved funding in the 2026 budget for the replaceme
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Public Services Committee recommends that Council amend the Animal Control By-law to provide flexibility to support animal sheltering and fostering in appropriate circumstances.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Public Services Committee recommends that Council approve the deferral of the ESU 2 replacement vehicle to prioritize the acquisition of a pumper tanker; AND THAT Council authorize the Fire Chief to issue a tender for the supply of a 2025 or newer pumper tanker.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adopt the minutes of the Special Public and Regular meeting of Council held Wednesday, February 11, 2026, as circulated
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law No. 2026-16, being a By-law to Authorize the Execution of a Transfer Payment Agreement under the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program – Health and Safety Water Stream, was passed this 11 day of March, 2026.
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 - November 26, 2025
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council accepts, with regret, the resignation of Joanne Falk, effective January 8, 2026, and BreighAnn Fairburn, effective March 11, 2026, from the Community Development Advisory Committee.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorizes the rescheduling of the Regular Council Meeting scheduled for May 13, 2026, due to Council members attending the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) Conference being held May 11–13, 2026; AND THAT the Regular Council Meeting be rescheduled to __________, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorizes reimbursement of the employee’s automobile insurance deductible, upon proof of payment, arising from vehicle damage sustained while performing mandatory assigned municipal duties; AND THAT Council approves an amendment to Policy L-01 Vehicle Damage Claims Policy, as presented, to clarify its application to employees using personal vehicle sin the course of em
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council support submission of a Stage Two application to the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) Rural Enhancement Funding Program for roof replacement at the Huron Shores Recreation Centre; AND THAT Council commit to proceeding with the roof replacement project in 2026 at a total project cost not to exceed $700,000 , conditional upon receipt of NOHFC funding of
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorizes the designation of the Sault Ste. Marie & District SPCA as the Municipality of Huron Shores’ pound facility for the purposes of animal control enforcement; AND THAT Council authorizes payment of the annual SPCA user fee and any applicable service fees through the By-law Enforcement operating budget; AND THAT staff be directed to incorporate the applicable SPC
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the report titled “BR+E Regional Pilot Project – Strategic Opportunity” for information; AND THAT Council supports staff advancing initiatives that strengthen local business engagement and support the Municipality’s Strategic Plan priorities related to economic development.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorize staff to draw an upset limit of $302,087.79 inclusive of taxes, from the Bridge Replacement Reserves to address additional piling requirements for the Potomac Bridge project, with the potential for cost reduction if soil conditions prove favorable ; AND THAT the Mayor and CAO/Clerk be authorized to execute all necessary agreements to proceed.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council accept the tender submitted by TMS Truck Centre for the supply of one (1) new model plow truck combination unit with winter control equipment, in accordance with the Municipality’s Request for Tender issued February 23, 2026, in the amount of $458,626.21 plus applicable taxes, inclusive of a 7-year extended warranty; AND THAT the purchase be funded in accordance with th
WHEREAS the Municipality of Huron Shores recognizes the value of professional development and skills enhancement for its employees; AND WHEREAS the Municipality has an Education Assistance Program that provides for the reimbursement of tuition fees for eligible full-time employees who have completed their probationary period, for courses that are a minimum of twenty (20) hours in duration, offered
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council authorizes staff to participate in discussions and negotiations with East Algoma municipalities regarding the potential establishment of a shared Chief Building Official service.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adopt the minutes of the Regular meeting of Council held January 14, 2026, and the Special Meeting of Council held February 4, 2026, as circulated.
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the report titled “Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland Dedication for Consent Applications” for information; AND THAT Council direct staff to consult with the municipal planner and report back with recommendations on a proposed policy to implement cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication as a condition of consent under Section 53 of the Planning Act, based on existing policies
WHEREAS Council, by Resolution No. 26-01-12, directed staff to bring forward a speed limit by-law to establish a 30 km/h speed limit along Chevis Road within the project limits, as an interim safety measure until such time as the roadway within the study limits can be upgraded to meet a 60km/hr design speed; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #26-08, being a by-law of the Corporation of the
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law #26-09, being a by-law of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores to authorize the Municipality to enter into a Transfer Payment Agreement with His Majesty the King in right of Ontario, as represented by the Minister of Transportation, for the Pothole Prevention and Repair Program, was passed in open Council this 11th day of February, 2026; AND THAT the CAO/C