French River public meetings in 2025
33 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
SPECIAL MEETING
Council will discuss a change order to the Circular Materials Ontario agreement regarding Blue Box Material operations. Staff recommend terminating recycling access for industrial, commercial, and institutional sources to maintain higher monthly compensation.
- Proposed termination of IC&I (ineligible source) recycling access at the French River Landfill depot
- Proposed extension of Depot Operations Agreement through December 31, 2028
- Financial impact: Monthly compensation would be $2,500 if IC&I is terminated, compared to $306 if IC&I material is continued
- Initial 2025 Budget Planning & Direction discussion
- Closed session regarding personal matters about an identifiable individual
REGULAR COUNCIL
Council is meeting to decide on the 2026 interim tax levy and review the 2026 budget schedule. The body will also consider funding for council conferences and a service agreement for the Noëlville wastewater system.
- By-law 2025-52: 2026 Interim Tax Levy (50% of previous year's taxes)
- By-law 2025-53: Service Agreement with Ontario Clean Water Agency for Noëlville Wastewater Lagoon and Collection System
- Authorization of 2025 Reserve Transactions to carry forward funds for projects including Alban Community Centre Rehab ($153,006) and Capital Roads ($60,000)
- Approval of overage for the Industrial Shelter project
- Request from Henvey Inlet First Nation to use Alban Community Centre as an evacuation centre
Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board
The Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board will adopt the final governance policies mandated by the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019. It will also approve the 2026 Annual Meeting Calendar with four quarterly meeting dates. The agenda, minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting, and several detachment commander reports will be adopted for information.
- Resolution to adopt final governance policies required under CSPA 2019
- Approval of 2026 Annual Meeting Calendar (Feb 12, May 14, Aug 13, Nov 12, 2026)
- Adoption of agenda for the November 13, 2025 meeting
- Adoption of minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting
- Detachment Commander’s reports for French River, Killarney, Markstay-Warren, St Charles
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Municipality of French River is recommending the use of Internet and Telephone voting for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election, citing efficiency and cost savings compared to the previous mail-in method. Council must pass a by-law by May 1, 2026, to establish the voting method.
- Recommendation to authorize Internet/Telephone voting for the 2026 Municipal & School Board Election
- Resolution to adopt a by-law for the 2026 Municipal & School Board Election
- Resolution to approve Council attendance at 2026 Conferences
- Resolution to declare the Noëlville Family Hockey Tournament as a community event of municipal significance
- Resolution to declare the Volunteer Appreciation Night as a community event of municipal significance
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Council will discuss agreements with the French River Non-Profit Housing Corporation and the appointment of a new Treasurer. The meeting includes decisions on culvert lining and landfill wood grinding contracts, as well as winter road maintenance agreements.
- Contract for Montee Guerin Culvert Lining to Clearwater Municipal Services Inc. for $329,452.00
- Contract for wood grinding at Noëlville Landfill to Sittler Grinding Inc. for $24,535.00
- Appointment of Julie Allen as Treasurer effective November 3, 2025
- Municipal Capital Housing Facility and Oversight Agreements with French River Non-Profit Housing Corporation
- Winter Road Maintenance Agreements for Amateewakea River Road and Lafreniere Road
REGULAR COUNCIL
The French River Council will vote to adopt two by‑laws that authorize a Municipal Capital Housing Facilities Agreement and an Oversight Agreement with the French River Non‑Profit Housing Corporation. The meeting also includes a request from the French River Firefighters Association for $2,400 municipal support for a 2026 volunteer firefighter recognition dinner, correspondence about the cancellation of a natural‑gas expansion project, and a notice of motion on a 2026 election ballot question regarding curbside garbage collection.
- Adopt By‑law 2025‑41 to enter a Municipal Capital Housing Facilities Agreement with French River Non‑Profit Housing Corporation
- Adopt By‑law 2025‑42 to enter an Oversight Agreement with French River Non‑Profit Housing Corporation
- Firefighters Association request for $2,400 municipal contribution to a 2026 recognition dinner
- Correspondence from Municipality of St‑Charles requesting support after natural‑gas expansion project cancellation (Resolution 2025‑214)
- Notice of Motion by Councillor Bob Prévost on a 2026 ballot question for curbside garbage collection
REGULAR COUNCIL
Council will review a proposal from the Trout Lake Campers Association regarding a new waste collection system and truck. The meeting also includes a report on the process for adding a public question to the 2026 municipal election ballot.
- Proposal for a new bin system and waste collection truck for the municipality
- Resolution to award the purchase of PSD Citywide Maintenance Manager Module
- Resolution to award the contract for Lakeview Drive Culvert Replacements
- Donation of specialized firefighting tools to Cambrian College
- Clerk's report on the legislation for placing a question to electors on the 2026 ballot
Special Council - ZBA
The Special Council will hold a public hearing on September 3, 2025 to consider Zoning By‑law Amendment Application ZBA 25‑11FR. The application, submitted by Giselle and Michel Lahaie and represented by Tulloch Engineering, seeks to rezone part of Lot 6, Concession 6 on Golf Course Road from Rural to Special Rural Residential for a fourplex and to Rural Residential for three single‑detached dwellings. The council will also adopt the agenda, record disclosures of pecuniary interest, and adjourn after the hearing.
- Public hearing for ZBA 25‑11FR – rezoning Golf Course Road parcel to permit a fourplex and three single‑detached homes
- Lot 1 to be rezoned from Rural (RU) to Special Rural Residential (RR‑Exception) for a fourplex
- Lots 2‑4 to be rezoned from Rural (RU) to Rural Residential (RR) for single‑detached dwellings
- Application filed by Giselle and Michel Lahaie, agent Tulloch Engineering (Vanessa Smith)
- Council to adopt agenda, record pecuniary interest disclosures, and adjourn
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Regular Council meeting will adopt the agenda, receive reports from the Clerk, Finance, and Public Works departments, and consider several resolutions. A key decision is the award of the contract for the supply and installation of sea cans and a steel roof. The council will also adopt By‑law 2025‑37 amending the Automotive Materials Services Agreement. Additional items include resident concerns about the Shaw Transfer Site, a request to support the 4‑laning of Highway 400/69, and a motion to petition a ban on non‑essential glyphosate herbicide use.
- Resolution to award the contract for the supply and installation of sea cans and a steel roof
- Resolution to adopt By‑law 2025‑37 Automotive Materials Services Amending Agreement
- Shaw Transfer Site closure opposition and request for extension from Domaine des Pionniers residents
- Correspondence requesting municipal support for the 4‑laning of Highway 400/69 from the Town of Parry Sound
- Resolution to petition for a ban on non‑essential use of glyphosate‑based herbicides
Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board
The board will review the Detachment Commander's report and the Q2 financial report. Members will also discuss feedback for the 2026–2029 OPP Strategic Plan and a summary of the OAPSB Spring Conference.
- Detachment Commander’s Report
- Q2 Police Board Budget 2025
- 2026–2029 OPP Strategic Plan Feedback
- OAPSB Spring Conference Summary Report
- Update on proposed joint conference in North Bay
SPECIAL COUNCIL - ZBA
The Council will hold public hearings regarding two zoning by-law amendment applications and discuss a site plan control agreement. The meeting will be conducted in a hybrid format.
- ZBA 25-09FR: Request to rezone 15 Monette Road from Rural (RU) to Residential Rural (RR)
- ZBA 25-10FR: Request for site-specific amendment for building height and storeys at 63 Old Highway 607
- Site Plan Control Agreement for 5026893 Ontario Ltd. at 114 HWY 64
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a minor variance application (A/07/25/FR) submitted by Maria Tatar. The request seeks to permit a reduced lot frontage to enable severances on 7 Whippoorwill Road and adjacent Dry Pine Bay Road parcels. The hearing will be conducted in a hybrid format at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers. Standard agenda items such as call to order, adoption of agenda, disclosure of interests, and adjournment are also scheduled.
- Minor variance hearing – File A/07/25/FR – Maria Tatar – reduced lot frontage for severances at 7 Whippoorwill Road, Alban
- Creation of three rural lots on Dry Pine Bay Road (approx. 12.95 ha each) and a retained lot on Whippoorwill Road (approx. 24.53 ha)
- Request for reduced frontage from 100 m to 56.5 m (Dry Pine Bay) and 87.9 m (Whippoorwill) under Rural (RU) zone
REGULAR COUNCIL
The council will consider a report on the new Strong Mayor Powers legislation and a recommendation to relocate the Shaw Road waste‑bin site. It will vote on awarding the contract for the Municipal Complex roof, facia, eavestroughs, downspouts and front‑entrance woodwork, and on endorsing draft Public Spaces and Backyard Hen by‑laws for public consultation. The meeting also includes adopting a by‑law to engage RSM Building Consultants for building‑department support services.
- Award contract for Municipal Complex roof system, facia, eavestroughs, downspouts, and front‑entrance woodwork
- Approve operational adjustment to relocate Shaw Road waste‑bin site to support Alban Bin site
- Preliminary endorsement of Draft Public Spaces By‑law and direction to begin public consultation
- Preliminary endorsement of Draft Backyard Hen By‑law and direction to begin public consultation
- Adopt by‑law to enter agreement with RSM Building Consultants Inc. for building‑department support services
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Municipality of French River Council will consider amending fee by-laws, awarding road rehabilitation and arena boiler replacement contracts, and adopting previous meeting minutes.
- Amend Fees and Related Charges By-law to add $400 Vacant Land Preparation Licence
- Award contract for Roads Rehabilitation to B. Thomas Bulldozing Inc. ($266,705)
- Award contract for Noelville Arena boiler replacement to Greater City Mechanical ($184,569)
- Adopt minutes from Regular Council Meeting held June 4, 2025
- Adopt minutes from Special Council Meeting held June 10, 2025
SPECIAL COUNCIL - ZBA
Council will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning by-law amendment for a property owned by Sylvie and Jeannot Courchesne. The proposal seeks to maintain the existing Rural zoning while adding a site-specific permitted use for 'Special Events'.
- Public hearing for File No. ZBA 25-08FR regarding 68 Hillcrest Road, Alban
- Proposed addition of 'Special Events' use for weddings, family reunions, anniversary celebrations, and photography sessions
- Review of By-law 2025-29 Zoning By-law Amendment (Courchesne)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two minor variance applications. One request, filed by Michael Higgins (File A/05/25/FR), seeks to reduce the required lot frontage from 60 metres to 30 metres for the retained lands at 287 Riverview Drive, Alban. The second request, filed by Douglas E. and Debra Ann Biesinger (File A/06/25/FR), concerns a porch addition at 186 B Hass Road, Alban. The meeting will also adopt the agenda, adopt the minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting, and adjourn.
- Minor variance A/05/25/FR – Michael Higgins – reduce minimum lot frontage to 30 m at 287 Riverview Drive, Alban
- Minor variance A/06/25/FR – Douglas E. and Debra Ann Biesinger – approve porch addition at 186 B Hass Road, Alban
- Resolution to adopt the agenda
- Resolution to adopt the minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting
- Resolution to adjourn the meeting
REGULAR COUNCIL
The council will review several by‑law proposals, including a Municipal Capital Housing Facilities By‑law for affordable senior housing, a draft by‑law to permit backyard hens on non‑rural properties, and an amendment to the Travel Trailer License By‑law. Staff will present the 2024 Noelville Wastewater System annual operating report. The council will also consider a request to recognize June as Pride Month.
- Recommendation to adopt a Municipal Capital Housing Facilities By‑law for affordable senior housing
- Recommendation to draft a by‑law allowing backyard hens on properties not zoned Rural
- Recommendation to amend By‑law 2021-51 (Travel Trailer License By‑law)
- Presentation of the 2024 Noelville Lagoon Annual Operating Report by the Ontario Clean Water Agency
- Request to recognize June as Pride Month
REGULAR COUNCIL
The council will consider several resolutions, including approving the 2024 audited financial statements and supporting the fire chief's appointment as a mutual‑aid coordinator. The main items are the award of a $29,138.38 contract to Fountain Tire (Sudbury Elisabella) Ltd. for loader tire replacement and foam filling, and a $35,600 contract to Dan’s Welding & Fabricating Ltd. for four custom waste bins at the landfill. Additional items include a sponsorship request for the Sudbury‑East Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Gala and declarations of community events.
- Resolution to award loader tire replacement and foam filling to Fountain Tire (Sudbury Elisabella) Ltd. for $29,138.38 (excl. HST)
- Resolution to award supply and fabrication of four waste bins to Dan’s Welding & Fabricating Ltd. for $35,600.00 (excl. HST)
- Resolution to approve the audited 2024 financial statements presented by Baker Tilly
- Resolution to support Fire Chief Roch Bigras as Mutual Aid Alternate Fire Coordinator for Sudbury Mutual Aid
- Resolution to consider a sponsorship opportunity for the Sudbury‑East Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Gala
Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board
The Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board adopted five new by‑laws covering a code of conduct, harassment prevention, remuneration, finance & budget, and records retention. It also approved travel and expense reimbursement for members attending the 2025 OAPSB Spring Conference. Members discussed community safety priorities and provided feedback for the OPP 2026‑2029 Strategic Plan.
- Adopted Code of Conduct by‑law 2025-02
- Adopted Harassment, Abuse, and Violence Prevention Policy by‑law 2025-03
- Adopted Remuneration Policy by‑law 2025-04
- Adopted Finance & Budget Policy by‑law 2025-05
- Approved OAPSB Spring Conference travel expenses for four board members
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Regular Council meeting will adopt the agenda, review quarterly reports from the Clerk and Finance departments, and consider several resolutions. Items include approving the Sudbury East Planning Board 2025 Municipal Apportionment, a letter of support for additional community paramedics, adopting the consent agenda minutes, and adopting the Confirmation By-law. The Finance report notes an additional $20,000 United Way donation for the foodbank.
- Resolution to approve Sudbury East Planning Board 2025 Municipal Apportionment
- Resolution to support additional Community Paramedics (letter of support)
- Adopt items in the Consent Agenda, including minutes from prior meetings
- Resolution to adopt the Confirmation By-law
- Additional United Way funding of $20,000 for the foodbank
SPECIAL COUNCIL - ZBA
The French River Special Council will hold a hybrid public hearing to consider Zoning By‑law Amendment Application ZBA 25‑05FR submitted by Nina and Peter Judge‑Levett. The proposal seeks a special provision to allow a two‑storey accessory structure on a waterfront residential lot at 18 Brousseau Road. Council will decide whether to grant an exception to the by‑law’s height limit of 5 m.
- Public hearing for ZBA 25‑05FR (Judge‑Levett) to consider a two‑storey accessory structure request
- Proposed structure: 22’ 3” (6.79 m) height, 55 ft × 30 ft footprint
- Current Zoning By‑law 2014‑23 permits accessory structures up to 5 m or 1.5 storeys; amendment would exceed this limit
- Location: 18 Brousseau Road, Lot 3 Concession 6, Lot 19 Plan M‑568, Sudbury East Section
- Council will vote on a resolution to adopt the amendment (or adjourn the meeting)
REGULAR COUNCIL
The French River Council will consider several reports, including the Integrity Commissioner Services 2024 Annual Report and first‑quarter updates from Public Works and Environment Services. It will vote on two contract awards: a dust suppressant contract for 2025‑2027 and the replacement of the St. David cemetery culvert. The meeting also includes the usual consent agenda and other routine items.
- Resolution to award the contract for dust suppressant (2025‑2027)
- Resolution to award the contract for the replacement of the St. David cemetery culvert
- Resolution to receive the Integrity Commissioner Services – 2024 Annual Report
- Quarterly Report – Public Works Department (2025 First Quarter)
- Quarterly Report – Environment Services Department (2025 First Quarter)
REGULAR COUNCIL
The council will adopt the Final Tax Levy By-law (By-law 2025-17) that sets the 2025 municipal and education tax totals at $6,114,422 and $1,081,111 respectively, for a combined levy of $7,195,533. It will also adopt the Tax Ratios By-law (By-law 2025-16) establishing the 2025 tax ratios for residential, commercial, industrial and other property classes. Additionally, the council will authorize a hazardous‑and‑special‑products materials services agreement with the Product Care Association of Canada.
- Adopt By-law 2025-17 Final Tax Levy – total levy $7,195,533 (municipal $6,114,422, education $1,081,111)
- Adopt By-law 2025-16 Tax Ratios – e.g., Residential/Farm 1.000000, Multi‑Residential 1.220500, Commercial Occupied 1.319000, Industrial Occupied 1.625200, etc.
- Authorize Municipality Hazardous and Special Products Materials Services Agreement with Product Care Association of Canada (By-law 2025-18)
- Adopt Consent Agenda items, including minutes from the March 19, 2025 council meeting
REGULAR COUNCIL
The council will adopt the 2025 operating and capital budget by‑law (By‑law 2025-13). It will also approve a $7,819.20 contribution to the Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board budget and adopt new sewage service rates (By‑law 2025-14). Additional items include a waste‑education agreement with Circular Materials Ontario (By‑law 2025-12), purchase of fire‑department decontamination equipment, and an e‑ticketing software agreement with MRF Geosystems (By‑law 2025-09).
- Adopt By‑law 2025-13 to approve the 2025 operating and capital budget
- Approve $7,819.20 municipal contribution to Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board budget
- Adopt By‑law 2025-14 to set new sewage service rates
- Authorize By‑law 2025-12 agreement with Circular Materials Ontario for waste‑education program
- Authorize purchase of fire‑department decontamination equipment
SPECIAL COUNCIL - ZBA
The French River Special Council will hold a hybrid public hearing on March 5, 2025 to consider Zoning By-law Amendment application ZBA 25-01FR submitted by B. Thomas Bulldozing Inc. The proposal seeks to rezone part of Lot 7, Concession 6 (664 Highway 64) to Residential Two for four‑plex dwellings, another portion to Residential Rural for single‑family homes, and keep the balance as Rural. Council members will review the amendment and any public comments before deciding.
- Rezoning of 664 Highway 64 (part of Lot 7, Concession 6) to Residential Two (R2) for four‑plexes
- Rezoning of a portion to Residential Rural (RR) for single‑family homes
- Retention of the remaining land in the Rural (RU) zone
- Hybrid public hearing scheduled for March 5, 2025 at 7:30 pm
- Application filed by B. Thomas Bulldozing Inc., represented by Tulloch Engineering
REGULAR COUNCIL
Council will hear the Finance Department’s presentation of the Draft Final 2025 Budget and a fourth‑quarter financial performance report. A resolution from the Town of Parry Sound requesting endorsement of a Canadian‑procurement initiative will be considered. The meeting will also address the consent agenda items, including adoption of previous minutes, and a closed‑session motion on a labour‑relations matter.
- Presentation of the Draft Final 2025 Budget (Finance)
- Quarterly Finance Report – 2024 Fourth Quarter
- Resolution to endorse federal‑provincial call to buy Canadian (Town of Parry Sound)
- Adoption of Consent Agenda items (minutes, receipt of minutes)
- Closed‑session resolution on labour‑relations/employee negotiations
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a hybrid public hearing to consider a minor variance and consent application submitted by Theresa Bertrand for a lot addition on Highway 64 near Monetville. The application seeks to reduce the minimum lot area requirement from 0.80 ha to 0.57 ha and to sever 0.04 ha to add to the property at 15 Mercer Road. The committee will also adopt the agenda, disclose any pecuniary interests, adopt minutes, and then adjourn.
- Public hearing on Minor Variance Application A/01/25/FR – reduced lot area to 0.57 ha (from 0.80 ha) – Highway 64, Monetville
- Consent application B/09/25/FR – severance of 0.04 ha to add to 15 Mercer Road
- Resolution to adopt the agenda (Item 2.1)
- Disclosure of pecuniary interest (Item 3)
- Resolution to adjourn the meeting (Item 6.1)
Sudbury East OPP Detachment Board
The board is meeting to elect its Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. Members will discuss the adoption of governance documents, a meeting schedule, and budget estimates for 2025.
- Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair
- Adoption of Board Terms of Reference and Procedural By-law
- Review of Police Board Budget 2025
- Discussion of Community Safety & Well-Being Plan
- Review of OPP 2023-2025 Strategic Plan
SPECIAL COUNCIL
The Council is meeting for a special session to present and deliberate the Draft 2025 Budget. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation and deliberation of Draft 2025 Budget
REGULAR COUNCIL
Council will discuss the implementation of a food waste diversion pilot and a review of the municipal Sign By-law. The meeting also includes quarterly reports from the Clerk, By-law Services, and Building Controls departments.
- Proposed 12-week FoodCycler pilot project for 100 households with a net municipal cost of $11,800
- Review and update of the 2015 Sign By-law
- By-law to authorize a Transfer Payment Agreement for a Fire Protection Grant
- Request to support the Municipality of Casselman's call for a provincial Social and Economic Prosperity Review
- 2024 Fourth Quarter Reports for Clerk, By-law Services, and Building Controls departments
Environmental Advisory Committee
The Environmental Advisory Committee will meet to adopt previous minutes and discuss planning for Earth Day 2025. The committee will also hold a round table discussion regarding the waste collection system and lake partnership programs.
- Adoption of May 29, 2024 minutes
- Discussion on Earth Day 2025 planning
- Round table discussion on waste collection and lake programs
SPECIAL COUNCIL - ZBA
The Council for the Municipality of French River will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning by-law amendment application. The proposal seeks to rezone specific lots from Rural to Special Rural to allow for the creation of new lots.
- File No. ZBA 24-22FR: Request by Christine Charron to rezone lots from Rural to Special Rural at Highway 535, Noelville
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Municipality of French River will consider appointing a Deputy Mayor for 2025 and awarding a contract for a new SUV fire truck. The meeting also includes the adoption of borrowing and interim tax by-laws, along with the receipt of quarterly departmental reports.
- Resolution to appoint a Deputy Mayor for 2025
- Resolution to award purchase of a new SUV Fire Truck
- Resolution to adopt the Borrowing By-law
- Resolution to adopt the Interim Tax Levy By-law
- Quarterly Reports for Public Works, Environment, and Operations/Fleet