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French River   Ontario average (StatCan 2021 Census)
Population2,828
Median household income$68,000
Median home value$376,000
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 06:00 PM

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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 03:00 PM

Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board

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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 06:00 PM

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Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 01:00 PM

Property Standards & By-law Appeal Committee

Committee to hear vicious dog designation appeal for 301 Riverview Drive

The Property Standards & By-law Appeal Committee will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal of a vicious dog designation for a dog named Jack owned by Vicki Dunleavy at 301 Riverview Drive, Alban. The agenda includes introduction of evidence and closing submissions from both the appellant and the municipality, followed by a closed session and oral decision.

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Municipality of French River Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR PROPERTY STANDARDS & BY-LAW APPEAL COMMITTEE Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 1:00 PM mercredi le 23 juillet 2026 à 13h00 Council Chambers / Salle du conseil Link to Watch Live and Access Meeting Portal: https://frenchriver.civicweb.net/portal/ Hearing of the Property Standards & By-law Appeal Committee to hear appeals based on designations/orders laid under the Property Standards By-law, Responsible Animal Ownership By-law and any other Municipal By-laws that provide for a right to appeal decisions of a municipal administrative official. Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 2.1. Resolution to adopt the Agenda 3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 4. Adoption of Minutes / Procès-verbaux adoptés 3 - 5 4.1. Resolution to adopt the Minutes PSBAC Minutes of December 18, 2024 5. Matters to be considered - Appeals to be heard / Audiences publiques Vicious Dog Designation File No. 2026-01 Appellant: Vicki Dunleavy Address: 301 Riverview Drive, Alban Concerning Dog Named: Jack 5.1. Introduction of Evidence by the Appellant – 30 minutes 5.2. Introduction of Evidence by the Municipality – 30 minutes 5.3. Closing Submissions by the Appellant – 5 minutes 5.4. Closing Submissions by the Municipali [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 06:00 PM

REGULAR MEETING

Council to weigh $650k arena project, seek $325k federal grant

The council will vote on approving the municipality's $6,569.20 contribution to the Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board's 2026 budget, authorizing a funding application to the Build Communities Strong Fund for a $650,000 arena dasher board replacement and fire suppression system (with up to $325,000 in federal funding), and adopting the new Building By-law 2026-40. They will also award the purchase of thermal imaging cameras for the fire department and receive a report on the April 2026 flooding event that led to a state of emergency.

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Municipality of French River / Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR REGULAR MEETING MEETING RÉUNION RÉGULIÈRE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM mercredi le 8 juillet, 2026 à 18h Council Chambers Link to Watch Live and Access Meeting Portal: https://frenchriver.civicweb.net/portal/ Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Indigenous Land Acknowledgement / Reconnaissance des terres 3. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 3.1. Resolution to adopt Agenda 4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 5. Delegations / Délégations 6. Reports and Items for Consideration / Rapports et sujets pour considération 6.1. General Government / Gouvernement Général 3 6.1.1. Resolution to approve the Municipality's contribution to the Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board's 2026 Budget Police Board 2026 Budget Resolution 6.2. Finance / Finances 6.3. Public Works & Environment Services / Travaux public et services de l’environnement 6.4. Recreation & Community Services / Services récréatifs et communautaires 4 - 5 6.4.1. Build Communities Strong Fund – Local Impact Stream  Resolution to approve the addition of a Fire Suppression System at the Noelville Arena as an additional 2026 capital project  Resolution to authorize a Funding Application to the Build Communities Strong Fund – Local Impact Stream for the Arena [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 07:00 PM

SPECIAL MEETING - ZBA

ZBA passes zoning amendment for Niemeyer property at 66 Smythe Road

The French River ZBA held a special meeting and passed By-law 2026-39 to rezone three lots at 66 Smythe Road from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR) for Sheila and David Niemeyer. The agenda was adopted and the by-law was read three times and passed.

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Minutes of the SPECIAL MEETING - ZBA Meeting of July 8, 2026 Municipality of French River MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING - ZBA MEETING held in the Council Chambers Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM Members Present: Gisèle Pageau, Roger Landry, Bob Prevost, Willy Schneider, Dean Wenborne, David Viau, and Renée Carrier Members Excused: Officials Present: Marc Gagnon- Chief Administrative Officer, Melanie Bouffard- Clerk, Carlie Bigras- Deputy Clerk, and Matthew Dumont- Director of Planning, Sudbury East Planning Board Guests: 1. Call to Order and Roll Call 2. Adoption of Agenda 2.1. Resolution to adopt the Agenda BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Special Agenda be adopted as presented. 3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest 4. Public Hearings for Zoning By-law Amendment Applications 4.1. File No.: ZBA 26-09FR - Sheila and David Niemeyer Request: Rezone the three lots to be severed from Rural (RU) Zone to Rural Residential (RR) Zone. Location: 66 Smythe Road, Alban BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 2026-39, being a by-law to amend Zoning By-law 2014-23, as amended (Sheila and David Niemeyer) be read a first, second and third time and finally passed. 5. Adjournment 5.1. Resolution to adjourn BE IT RESOLVED THAT the meeting be adjourned at _____ pm. Page 1 of 2 Minutes of the SPECIAL MEETING - ZBA Meeting of July 8, 2026 Mayor Clerk Page 2 of 2
Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 03:00 PM

Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board

Board to decide on 2026 police budget and reserve fund surplus

The Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board will consider the Detachment Commander’s Q2 report, review the 2025 financial results and the proposed 2026 police budget, and decide how to handle any surplus in the reserve fund. The meeting also includes a notice of a new Police Services Advisor effective September 1, 2026, and approval of the French‑Nipissing West Strategic Plan for 2026‑2029.

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SUDBURY EAST OPP DETACHMENT BOARD French River / Virtual Monday, June 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call The Chair opened the meeting at *pm. 2. Adoption of the Agenda 2.1. Resolution – Adoption of Agenda 3. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest 4. Adoption of Minutes 2 - 4 4.1. Resolution – Adoption of Minutes OPP Board - 19 Mar 2026 - Minutes 5. Reports and Items for Consideration 5 - 20 5.1. Detachment Commander’s Report Q2 Report - Sudbury East 21 - 22 5.2. 2025 Financial Results and 2026 Budget Report - 2025 Actual and 2026 Budget 23 - 24 5.3. Reserve Fund Allocation  must maintain a reserve equal to 10% of the annual operating budget;  needs to decide whether the remaining surplus should be carried forward or placed into the reserve. OPP Board - Reserve Fund By-law #2026-03 25 - 28 5.4. 2026 Budget Approval Police Board Budget 2026 6. Correspondence and Information 6.1. Ministry of the Solicitor General – Police Services Liaison Unit  Notice of change in Police Services Advisor effective September 1, 2026.  Ron LeClair to become the Board's primary Police Services Advisor.  Tom Gervais to continue supporting the Board during the transition period. 29 - 52 6.2. APPROVED - French - Nipissing West Strategic Plan 2026-2029 7. Adjournment / Ajournement 7.1. Next Meeting: August 13, 2026 7.2. Resolution to adjourn Page 1 of 52 Minutes of the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 06:00 PM

REGULAR MEETING

Council to consider support for Human Spark recreation club, award contracts

Council will hear a delegation from the Human Spark Sports & Recreation Club requesting a letter of support for a proposed recreation and wellness business. They will also consider awarding contracts for roadside grass cutting, excavator rental, and landfill software, and receive the first-quarter finance report. A closed session is scheduled for labour relations and employee succession planning.

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Municipality of French River / Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR REGULAR MEETING MEETING RÉUNION RÉGULIÈRE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM mercredi le 17 juin, 2026 à 18h Council Chambers Link to Watch Live and Access Meeting Portal: https://frenchriver.civicweb.net/portal/ Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Indigenous Land Acknowledgement / Reconnaissance des terres 3. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 3.1. Resolution to adopt Agenda 4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 5. Delegations / Délégations 4 5.1. Human Spark Sports & Recreation Club, Founder Carlie Bigras  Request to support the project Motion - Request for letter of support 6. Reports and Items for Consideration / Rapports et sujets pour considération 6.1. General Government / Gouvernement Général 6.2. Finance / Finances 5 - 16 6.2.1. Quarterly Report - Finance Department (Budget vs. Actual) 2026 First Quarter Report - Finance Department 6.3. Public Works & Environment Services / Travaux public et services de l’environnement 17 6.3.1. Resolution to award the contract for Roadside Grass Cutting Report - Award Contract Roadside Grass Cutting 18 6.3.2. Resolution to award the contract for the Excavator Rental Report - Award Contract of Excavator Rental 19 6.3.3. Resolution to award the purchase of Landfill [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 06:00 PM

REGULAR MEETING

French River Council considers road resurfacing, equipment purchases, and land leases

The Council will review several infrastructure and equipment proposals, including a major roadway resurfacing contract. Discussions also include renewing a land lease for the North Channel Wharf and removing deteriorated outdoor rink boards.

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Municipality of French River / Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR REGULAR MEETING MEETING RÉUNION RÉGULIÈRE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM mercredi le 3 juin, 2026 à 18h Council Chambers Link to Watch Live and Access Meeting Portal: https://frenchriver.civicweb.net/portal/ Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Indigenous Land Acknowledgement / Reconnaissance des terres 3. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 3.1. Resolution to adopt Agenda 4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 5. Delegations / Délégations 6. Reports and Items for Consideration / Rapports et sujets pour considération 6.1. General Government / Gouvernement Général 6.2. Finance / Finances 6.3. Public Works & Environment Services / Travaux public et services de l’environnement 4 6.3.1. Resolution to award the contract for Dual Surface Treatment Report - Award Contract for Dual Surface Treatment 6.4. Recreation & Community Services / Services récréatifs et communautaires 5 6.4.1. Resolution to award the purchase of a Zero Turn Mower Report - Award Purchase Zero Turn Mower 6 6.4.2. Resolution to approve the removal of outdoor rink boards Report - Removal of Outdoor Rink Boards 7 - 9 6.4.3. Resolution to adopt a By-law to renew a Land Lease Agreement with Rainbow Camp for the North Channel Wharf Report - North Chann [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 20, 2026 · 06:00 PM

REGULAR MEETING

Council to adopt new Public Spaces By-law

The French River Council will consider several resolutions, including adopting the Public Spaces By-law and awarding the Canteen Lease for the Noelville Community Centre arena. It will also approve the audited 2025 financial statements and reschedule two upcoming council meeting dates. Presentations will be given on the 2025 Annual Financial Report and the Noelville Lagoon operating report.

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Municipality of French River / Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR REGULAR MEETING MEETING RÉUNION RÉGULIÈRE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM mercredi le 20 mai, 2026 à 18h Council Chambers Link to Watch Live and Access Meeting Portal: https://frenchriver.civicweb.net/portal/ Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Indigenous Land Acknowledgement / Reconnaissance des terres 3. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 3.1. Resolution to adopt Agenda 4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 5. Delegations / Délégations 5.1. Presentation of the 2025 Annual Financial Report by Baker Tilly  Resolution to approve the audited 2025 Financial Statements 3 - 33 5.2. Presentation of Annual Operating Report - Noelville Wastewater System by the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) 2025 Noelville Lagoon Annual Operating Report 6. Reports and Items for Consideration / Rapports et sujets pour considération 6.1. General Government / Gouvernement Général 6.1.1. Resolution to reschedule Regular Council Meetings  move August 19, 2026 to August 12, 2026 - to consider those attending the AMO Conference  move July 1, 2026 to July 8, 2026 - Canada Day 6.2. Finance / Finances 6.3. Public Works & Environment Services / Travaux public et services de l’environnement 34 - 38 6.3.1. Quarterly Report – Operations/Fle [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 6, 2026 · 06:00 PM

REGULAR MEETING

Council to approve three‑year $126,000 landfill monitoring contract with EXP Services

The council will consider a resolution to adopt By‑law 2026‑26 that authorizes a three‑year extension of the landfill monitoring and consulting engineering agreement with EXP Services Inc., estimated at $126,000 for 2026‑2028. The agreement continues monitoring and the Environmental Assessment for the Noëlville Landfill Site, a regulatory requirement under the site’s Environmental Compliance Approval. Other agenda items include a declaration of the 47th Family Ball Tournament as a community event, adoption of the consent agenda, and quarterly reports from Public Works and By‑law Services.

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Municipality of French River / Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR REGULAR MEETING MEETING RÉUNION RÉGULIÈRE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM mercredi le 6 mai, 2026 à 18h Council Chambers Link to Watch Live and Access Meeting Portal: https://frenchriver.civicweb.net/portal/ Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Indigenous Land Acknowledgement / Reconnaissance des terres 3. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 3.1. Resolution to adopt Agenda 4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 5. Delegations / Délégations 6. Reports and Items for Consideration / Rapports et sujets pour considération 6.1. General Government / Gouvernement Général 6.1.1. Flood Monitoring and Watershed Conditions Update 6.2. Finance / Finances 6.3. Public Works & Environment Services / Travaux public et services de l’environnement 3 - 5 6.3.1. Resolution to adopt a by-law to authorize the Landfill Monitoring and Consulting Engineering Services Extension Agreement Report - Extension Agreement with EXP Services Inc. By-law 2026-26 Landfill Monitoring & Consulting Agreement Extension 6 - 8 6.3.2. Quarterly Report - Public Works Department 2026 First Quarter Report - Public Works Department 6.4. Recreation & Community Services / Services récréatifs et communautaires 6.5. Emergency & Protection Services / Service [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 6, 2026 · 05:30 PM

SPECIAL MEETING - ZBA

Council to hold public hearing on rezoning lot on Turenne Road from WR to RR

This special ZBA meeting is a public hearing on an application by John Reid to rezone a proposed severed lot on Turenne Road from Waterfront Residential (WR) to Residential Rural (RR) to permit a new residential lot. The council will consider proposed zoning by-law amendment 2026-25, which would allow the creation of a 1.93-hectare lot. The retained lot (1.96 ha) will remain in the WR zone. The decision follows a planning report recommending consistency with provincial and official plan policies.

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Municipality of French River Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR SPECIAL MEETING - ZBA MEETING RÉUNION SPÉCIALE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM mercredi le 6 mai, 2026 à 17h30 Council Chambers Link to Watch Live and Access Meeting Portal: https://frenchriver.civicweb.net/portal/ Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 2.1. Resolution to adopt the Agenda 3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 4. Public Hearings for Zoning By-law Amendment Applications / Audiences publiques 2 - 16 4.1. File No.: ZBA 26-07FR - John Reid Request: Rezone the proposed severed lot from Waterfront Residential (WR) Zone to the Residential Rural (RR) Zone. Location: Turenne Road, Alban Notice of Application & Public Hearing_File# ZBA 26-07FR By-law 2026-25 Zoning By-law Amendment (Reid) 5. Adjournment / Ajournement 5.1. Resolution to adjourn Page 1 of 16 39 Lafontaine Street, Unit 2, P.O. Box 250 Warren, Ontario P0H 2N0 Telephone: (705) 967-2174 Fax: (705) 967-2177 www.sepb.org NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CONSENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 53(5)(a) OF THE PLANNING ACT, R.S.O. 1990, CHAPTER P.13 AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING BY -LAW 2014-23 OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF FRENCH RIVER Respecting applications for consent and zoning by-law amendment by John R [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 06:00 PM

REGULAR MEETING

Council to adopt 2025 Integrity Commissioner report and tax levy by-law

The council will receive the 2025 Annual Report from the Integrity Commissioner and adopt the Final Tax Levy By-law. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from the March 18, 2026 meeting.

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Municipality of French River / Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR REGULAR MEETING MEETING RÉUNION RÉGULIÈRE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM mercredi le 15 avril, 2026 à 18h Council Chambers Link to Watch Live and Access Meeting Portal: https://frenchriver.civicweb.net/portal/ Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Indigenous Land Acknowledgement / Reconnaissance des terres 3. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 3.1. Resolution to adopt Agenda 4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 5. Delegations / Délégations 5.1. Joan Mercer Fryer Subject: Climate Change 6. Reports and Items for Consideration / Rapports et sujets pour considération 6.1. General Government / Gouvernement Général 3 - 8 6.1.1. Resolution to receive the Integrity Commissioner Services - 2025 Annual Report Integrity Commissioner Services - 2025 Annual Report 6.2. Finance / Finances 9 - 13 6.2.1. Resolution to adopt the Final Tax Levy By-law By-law 2026-22 Final Tax Levy 14 6.2.2. Resolution to adopt the Tax Ratios By-law By-law 2026-23 Tax Ratios 6.3. Public Works & Environment Services / Travaux public et services de l’environnement 6.4. Recreation & Community Services / Services récréatifs et communautaires 15 - 17 6.4.1. Quarterly Report - Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department 2026 First Qua [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 07:00 PM

SPECIAL MEETING - ZBA

Public hearing on rezoning to allow taller garage at 227 Shanty Bay Road

The Municipality of French River's Committee of Adjustment holds a public hearing on a zoning by-law amendment application. Gaetan and Lori Schaller seek to add a site-specific provision to the Waterfront Residential Zone to permit a two-storey accessory structure up to 7.17 metres tall, exceeding the current 5-metre limit. The property at 227 Shanty Bay Road, Monetville, is vacant and proposed for a single detached dwelling and garage.

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Municipality of French River Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR SPECIAL MEETING - ZBA MEETING RÉUNION SPÉCIALE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM mercredi le 15 avril, 2026 à 19h00 Council Chambers Link to Watch Live and Access Meeting Portal: https://frenchriver.civicweb.net/portal/ Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 2.1. Resolution to adopt the Agenda 3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 4. Public Hearings for Zoning By-law Amendment Applications / Audiences publiques 2 - 13 4.1. File No.: ZBA 26-05FR - Gaetan and Lori Schaller Request: Rezone the property to add a site-specific provision to the Waterfront Residential (WR) Zone to permit a two-storey accessory structure with a maximum height of 7.17 metres. Location: 227 Shanty Bay Road, Monetville Notice of Application & Public Hearing_File# ZBA 26-05FR By-law #2026-21 Zoning By-law Amendment (Schaller) 5. Adjournment / Ajournement 5.1. Resolution to adjourn Page 1 of 13 39 Lafontaine Street Unit 2 P.O. Box 250 Warren, Ontario P0H 2N0 Telephone: (705) 967-2174 Fax: (705) 967-2177 www.sepb.org NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING BY-LAW 2014-23 OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF FRENCH RIVER Respecting an application by Gaetan and Lori Schaller to rezone lands on [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 19, 2026 · 04:00 PM

Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board

Board discusses planned closure of Cecil Facer Youth Centre

The Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board will adopt its agenda, appoint a recording secretary, and adopt the November 13, 2025 minutes. It will receive an educational presentation and quarterly reports from the Detachment Commander for French River, Killarney, Markstay‑Warren and St‑Charles. The board will consider correspondence items, including the OAPSB 2026 Spring Conference & AGM, a Provincial Bail Notification Program presentation, and opposition documents regarding the planned closure of the Cecil Facer Youth Centre. No formal resolutions beyond routine items are noted.

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SUDBURY EAST OPP DETACHMENT BOARD Virtual & In-Person Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:00 PM Page 1. Nipissing West Detachment Tour 2. Call to Order, Roll Call and Adoption of the Agenda 2.1. Resolution – Adoption of Agenda 2.2. Resolution to appoint a Recording Secretary 3. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest 4. Adoption of Minutes 2 - 5 4.1. Resolution – Adoption of Minutes MINUTES - Nov 13, 2025 5. Reports and Items for Consideration 5.1. Educational Presentation 6 - 53 5.2. Detachment Commander’s Report 2025 Fourth Quarter - Sudbury-East 2025 Fourth Quarter - French River 2025 Fourth Quarter - Killarney 2025 Fourth Quarter - Markstay-Warren 2025 Fourth Quarter - St Charles 6. Correspondence and Information 54 - 56 6.1. OAPSB 2026 Spring Conference & AGM - June 1-3, 2026 2026 Spring 57 - 69 6.2. Provincial Bail Notification Program Bail Reform Presentation Provincial Bail Notification Program _Letter Template 70 - 75 6.3. Planned Closure of Cecil Facer Youth Centre Oppostion to Cosure of Cecil Facer Youth Centre_NBPSB Oppostion to Cosure of Cecil Facer Youth Centre_GSPSB 7. Adjournment / Ajournement 7.1. Next Meeting: Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 3 pm 7.2. Resolution to adjourn Page 1 of 75 Minutes of the Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board Meeting of November 13, 2025 Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board MINUTES OF THE MEETING Virtual Zoom & In-Person Meeting Thursday, November 13, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 18, 2026 · 06:00 PM

REGULAR MEETING

Council to adopt 2026 operating and capital budget by-law

The French River Council will vote on By-law 2026-19 to adopt the municipality's 2026 operating and capital budget. Other agenda items include awarding the purchase of an arena dasher board system, approving a helipad maintenance agreement for the Noelville site, and appointing a livestock valuer under the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program. A resolution will also be considered for support of the East Ferris fire and emergency services training centre.

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Municipality of French River / Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR REGULAR MEETING MEETING RÉUNION RÉGULIÈRE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM mercredi le 18 mars, 2026 à 18h Council Chambers The Council Meeting will be conducted in a hybrid setting (in-person and electronically). The meeting will be live streamed on the Municipality's Meeting Portal where it will also be uploaded following the meeting. Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Indigenous Land Acknowledgement / Reconnaissance des terres 3. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 3.1. Resolution to adopt Agenda 4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 5. Delegations / Délégations 6. Reports and Items for Consideration / Rapports et sujets pour considération 6.1. General Government / Gouvernement Général 6.2. Finance / Finances 3 - 6 6.2.1. Resolution to adopt the Budget By-law 2026-19 Budget Bylaw 7 6.2.2. Annual Reporting of the Council Statement of Remuneration and Expenses 2025 Statement of Council Remuneration 6.3. Public Works & Environment Services / Travaux public et services de l’environnement 6.4. Recreation & Community Services / Services récréatifs et communautaires 8 - 9 6.4.1. Resolution to award the purchase of Arena Dasher Board System Report - Award for the Arena Dasher Board System 6.5. Emergency & Protectio [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 4, 2026 · 06:00 PM

REGULAR MEETING

Council to approve $25,475 overage for rescue truck refurbishment

The French River Council will present the Draft Final 2026 Budget and consider a resolution to approve an additional $25,474.98 for the refurbishment of the municipal rescue truck. The meeting also includes adoption of consent‑agenda by‑laws authorizing a fire‑protection grant and a pothole‑prevention program. Items on the agenda are listed for information and debate before adjournment.

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Municipality of French River / Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR REGULAR MEETING MEETING RÉUNION RÉGULIÈRE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM mercredi le 4 mars, 2026 à 18h Council Chambers The Council Meeting will be conducted in a hybrid setting (in-person and electronically). The meeting will be live streamed on the Municipality's Meeting Portal where it will also be uploaded following the meeting. Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Indigenous Land Acknowledgement / Reconnaissance des terres 3. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 3.1. Resolution to adopt Agenda 4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 5. Delegations / Délégations 6. Reports and Items for Consideration / Rapports et sujets pour considération 6.1. General Government / Gouvernement Général 6.2. Finance / Finances 6.2.1. Presentation of the Draft Final 2026 Budget 6.3. Public Works & Environment Services / Travaux public et services de l’environnement 6.4. Recreation & Community Services / Services récréatifs et communautaires 6.5. Emergency & Protection Services / Services d’urgence et protection 3 - 4 6.5.1. Resolution to approve an overage for the Refurbishment of the Rescue Truck Report - Award of Refurbishment of Rescue Truck_overage 6.6. Building, Planning & Development / Développement et planification [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 18, 2026 · 05:30 PM

SPECIAL MEETING - ZBA

French River council to consider rezoning industrial land to residential

The Municipality of French River will hold a special meeting to consider a zoning by-law amendment that would rezone a property on Highway 64 from Industrial General to Residential One. The meeting will also include a public hearing for a separate application to rezone rural lands to Residential Rural.

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Municipality of French River Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR SPECIAL MEETING - ZBA MEETING RÉUNION SPÉCIALE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM mercredi le 18 février, 2026 à 17h30 Council Chambers The Council Meeting will be conducted in a hybrid setting (in-person and electronically). The meeting will be live streamed on the Municipality's Meeting Portal where it will also be uploaded following the meeting. Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 2.1. Resolution to adopt the Agenda 3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 4. Public Hearings for Zoning By-law Amendment Applications / Audiences publiques 2 - 12 4.1. File No.: ZBA 25 -15FR - 5040141 Ontario Limited Request: Rezone the property to from Industrial General (MG) to Residential One (R1) Location: 882 Hwy 64, Alban Notice of Application & Public Hearing_File# ZBA 25-15FR By-law 2026-09 Zoning By-law Amendment (5040141 Ont Ltd) 13 - 26 4.2. File No.: ZBA 25-16FR - Aurel and Natalie Martel Request: Rezone the lots to be severed through consent applications (B/38-39/25/FR) from Rural (RU) to Residential Rural (RR) Zone. Location: Bleu Jay and White Tail Roads Notice of Application & Public Hearing_File# ZBA 25-16FR By-law 2026-10 Zoning By-law Amendment (Martel) 5. Adjournment / Ajournement [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 18, 2026 · 06:00 PM

REGULAR MEETING

French River Council to consider forest fire and building inspector agreements

The Council will discuss renewing the 2026 Municipal Insurance Program and the Mayor's annual address. The body is deciding on by-laws for forest fire management and the appointment of building inspectors.

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Municipality of French River / Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR REGULAR MEETING MEETING RÉUNION RÉGULIÈRE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM mercredi le 18 février 2026 à 18h Council Chambers The Council Meeting will be conducted in a hybrid setting (in-person and electronically). The meeting will be live streamed on the Municipality's Meeting Portal where it will also be uploaded following the meeting. Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Indigenous Land Acknowledgement / Reconnaissance des terres 3. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 3.1. Resolution to adopt Agenda 4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 5. Delegations / Délégations 5.1. Brokerlink - Presentation of the 2026 Municipal Insurance Program Renewal  Resolution to renew the Municipal Insurance Program for the year 2026 6. Reports and Items for Consideration / Rapports et sujets pour considération Mayor's Annual Address / Discours annuel du maire 6.1. General Government / Gouvernement Général 6.1.1. Resolution to approve Council attendance at the following 2026 Conferences:  AFMO Conference held in Sudbury - March 25-26, 2026  FONOM Conference held in Timmins - May 11-13, 2026  AMO Conference held in Ottawa - August 16-19, 2026 6.2. Finance / Finances 6.3. Public Works & Environment Services / Trava [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 4, 2026 · 06:00 PM

REGULAR MEETING

Council to consider amendments to Employee Policy Manual

The Municipality of French River is considering By-law 2026-07 to update the Employee Policy Manual. Proposed changes align policies with the Ontario Employment Standards Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Council will also appoint a Deputy Mayor for 2026.

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Municipality of French River / Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR REGULAR MEETING MEETING RÉUNION RÉGULIÈRE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM mercredi le 4 février, 2026 à 18h Council Chambers The Council Meeting will be conducted in a hybrid setting (in-person and electronically). The meeting will be live streamed on the Municipality's Meeting Portal where it will also be uploaded following the meeting. Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Indigenous Land Acknowledgement / Reconnaissance des terres 3. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 3.1. Resolution to adopt Agenda 4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 5. Delegations / Délégations 6. Reports and Items for Consideration / Rapports et sujets pour considération 6.1. General Government / Gouvernement Général 6.1.1. Resolution to appoint a Deputy Mayor for the year 2026 3 - 38 6.1.2. Resolution to adopt a by-law to amend the Employee Policy Manual Report - Amendments to Employee Policy Manual_Feb 2026 By-law 2026-07 Amend 2016-19 Employee Policy Manual 6.2. Finance / Finances 6.3. Recreation & Community Services / Services récréatifs et communautaires 6.4. Public Works Department / Travaux public 39 - 42 6.4.1. Quarter Report - Operations/Fleet Services 2025 Fourth Quarter Report - Operations/Fleet Services 6.5. Envir [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 4, 2026 · 01:30 PM

SPECIAL MEETING

Council to deliberate on Draft 2026 Budget

The council will hold a special meeting to review and discuss the Draft 2026 Budget. The agenda includes standard procedural steps such as roll call, adoption of the agenda, and disclosure of pecuniary interests.

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Municipality of French River / Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR SPECIAL MEETING MEETING / RÉUNION SPÉCIALE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 1:30 PM mercredi le 4 février, 2026 à 18h Council Chambers / Salle du conseil 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 2.1. Resolution to adopt the Agenda 3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 4. Presentation and deliberation of Draft 2026 Budget / Présentation et délibération du budget préliminaire de 2026 5. Adjournment / Ajournement 5.1. Resolution to adjourn Page 1 of 1
Wed Jan 21, 2026 · 06:00 PM

REGULAR COUNCIL

Council to consider new traffic and parking by-laws and AMPS

The Council will discuss updating traffic and parking regulations to allow for Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPS). Other business includes appointing a 2026 Deputy Mayor and reviewing quarterly reports from municipal departments.

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Municipality of French River / Municipalité de la Rivière des Français AGENDA / ORDRE DU JOUR REGULAR MEETING MEETING RÉUNION RÉGULIÈRE DU CONSEIL Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM mercredi le 21 janvier 2026 à 18h Council Chambers The Council Meeting will be conducted in a hybrid setting (in-person and electronically). The meeting will be live streamed on the Municipality's Meeting Portal where it will also be uploaded following the meeting. Page 1. Call to Order and Roll Call / Ouverture de la réunion et présence 2. Indigenous Land Acknowledgement / Reconnaissance des terres 3. Adoption of Agenda / Adoption de l’ordre du jour 3.1. Resolution to adopt Agenda 4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest / Déclarations d’intérêts pécuniaires 5. Delegations / Délégations 6. Reports and Items for Consideration / Rapports et sujets pour considération 6.1. General Government / Gouvernement Général 6.1.1. Resolution to appoint a Deputy Mayor for the year 2026 4 - 5 6.1.2. Resolution to adopt a By-law to authorize a Maintenance & Space-use Agreement with Dr. Lapalme Report - Agreement with Dr. Lapalme By-law 2026-03 Maintenance and Space-use Agreement with Dr. Lapalme 6.2. Finance / Finances 6.3. Public Works & Environment Services / Travaux public et services de l’environnement 6 - 7 6.3.1. Quarterly Report - Environment Services Department 2025 Fourth Quarter Report - Environment Services Department 8 - 9 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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