Kapuskasing public meetings in 2025
47 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Council - Budget Review
The Special Council will vote to adopt the Independent Auditor's Report and Consolidated Financial Statements for the year ending December 31 2024. It will also approve the 2026 User Fees, Charges and Rental Rates with a 2.72% increase effective January 1 2026. Finance Committee members are asked to review the 2026 operating, capital, water and sewer budgets and provide direction to Council. A motion will move the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss employee compensation and vacation matters.
- Motion to approve the Independent Auditor's Report and Consolidated Financial Statements for 2024
- Motion to approve 2026 User Fees, Charges and Rental Rates with a 2.72% increase
- Request for Finance Committee review of the 2026 Operating budget
- Request for Finance Committee review of the 2026 Capital budget
- Motion to move to Closed Session on labour‑relations employee compensation/vacation
James Bay OPP Detachment Board (2)
The James Bay OPP Detachment Board (2) will vote on a request to support the Partnership and Collaboration Project "The Birth of Change" – a prescription diversion initiative. It will also hear a request from MPP Bourgouin to re‑introduce Private Member's Bill Chad's Law (2025) and review OPP statistical reports and the Ontario Launching Road Safety Initiatives Fund. The meeting includes adoption of a Confirmatory By‑Law and routine procedural items.
- Request to support the Partnership and Collaboration Project "The Birth of Change" – Prescription Diversion Project
- Request from MPP Bourgouin to support re‑introduction of Private Member's Bill Chad's Law (2025)
- Presentation of OPP Statistical Reports and 2024 OPP Annual Report
- Information on Ontario Launching Road Safety Initiatives Fund
- Motion to adopt Confirmatory By‑Law No. 04‑2025
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Joint Committees of the Whole and Council will consider and adopt the Town of Kapuskasing's 2024 non‑consolidated financial statements, which report an operating deficit of $2,445,354. The meeting also includes adoption of the 2026 user‑fee schedule under Policy U3, and several motions on appointments, partnerships, and by‑law adoption.
- Adopt the Town of Kapuskasing non‑consolidated financial statements for the period ending Dec 31 2024
- Adopt 2026 User Fees in accordance with Policy U3 – User Fees, Charges and Rental Rates
- Request to appoint Treasurer Mélanie Migneault to the North Cochrane Provincial Offences Act Management Board
- Request to enter and execute the PowerBank Partnership – Proposed Limited Recourse Guarantees & Share Pledge Agreements
- Motion to adopt By‑Law No. 4671
KAPUSKASING-MOONBEAM LANDFILL SITE MANAGEMENT BOARD MEETING
The Kapuskasing-Moonbeam Landfill Site Management Board is meeting to decide on 2026 tipping fees and employee salary packages. The board will also discuss implementing an e-transfer payment system and a road use agreement with GreenFirst.
- Proposed 2.72% increase to 2026 tipping fees
- Approval of 2026 Employees Salary & Benefits Package
- Implementation of an E-Transfer Payment System
- Draft Road Use Consent & Maintenance Agreement with GreenFirst
- Transfer of recycling bins purchased by the Town of Kapuskasing
Special Council
The Kapuskasing Special Council met on November 20, 2025 for a training session. Council approved the agenda and heard presentations from the Northern Municipal Council Workshop series, including sessions on municipal policy, liability, and financial reporting. No motions beyond adjournment were taken.
- Declaration of pecuniary interest & general interest thereof
- Approval of agenda (training‑only meeting, not live‑streamed)
- Presentation: Understanding Municipal Policy Basics and Municipal Conflict of Interest – November 6, 2025
- Presentation: Understanding Municipal Liability and Council’s Responsibilities as an Employer – November 13, 2025
- Presentation: Understanding Municipal Financial Reporting – November 20, 2025
Kapuskasing and District Planning Board and Committee of Adjustment
The Kapuskasing Planning Board and Committee of Adjustment will approve the award of RFP 2025-01 to Re:Public Urbanism for consulting services on the new Official Plan, valued at $59,400 (exclusive of HST). Staff are directed to finalize the contract and begin the project. A workshop presentation by Re:Public Urbanism on the Official Plan will also be delivered.
- Award of RFP 2025-01 to Re:Public Urbanism for $59,400 (excl. HST)
- Direction for staff to finalize contract and initiate the Official Plan project
- Official Plan workshop presentation by Re:Public Urbanism
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Joint Committees of the Whole and Council will vote on several motions, including adopting By‑Law No. 4668 to enter a Return for Service Agreement for family medicine and adopting By‑Law No. 4669. Council will also consider a motion to allow internet/telephone voting in the 2026 municipal and school board elections and a request to review the Pickleball trial period. Information will be presented on the 2026 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund allocation of $5,450,900 for Kapuskasing and on TransAlta’s $95 million acquisition of a 310 MW gas portfolio that includes 40 MW from the town’s facility.
- Adopt By‑Law No. 4668 for a family‑medicine Return for Service Agreement
- Adopt By‑Law No. 4669
- Motion to consider internet/telephone voting for 2026 elections
- Review of the Pickleball trial period recommendation
- Information on TransAlta’s $95 million acquisition of a 310 MW gas portfolio
Special Council
The Special Council meeting on November 13 is a training session organized by the Municipal Services Office – North. Council members will participate in a virtual workshop covering municipal liability, risk management and council’s responsibilities as an employer. Earlier on November 6 they will attend a workshop on municipal policy basics and conflict‑of‑interest. No formal decisions are scheduled beyond the agenda approval and adjournment motions.
- Item 1 – Declaration of pecuniary interest and general interest thereof.
- Item 2 – Motion to approve the agenda.
- November 6, 2025 virtual workshop: Understanding Municipal Policy Basics and Conflict of Interest.
- November 13, 2025 virtual workshop: Understanding Municipal Liability and Council’s Responsibilities as an Employer.
- Item 4 – Motion to adjourn the meeting.
Special Council
The Town of Kapuskasing Special Council is meeting for training purposes only and will not be live streamed. The session includes a presentation on municipal policy basics and conflict of interest.
- Approval of agenda for training session
- Presentation on municipal policy basics and conflict of interest
- 2025 Northern Municipal Council Workshop - Virtual Learning Series
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Joint Committees of the Whole and Council will vote on several motions, including adopting the 2025 Asset Management Plan, declining participation in a water and sewer warranty program, and appointing representatives to the Northeastern Community Network. By‑laws will be adopted for a family‑medicine service agreement, the rezoning of 127 Riverside Drive, and a service agreement with the Ontario Clean Water Agency for overall responsible operator services. The council will also proclaim November as Woman Abuse Prevention Month and designate November 25, 2025 as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
- Motion to decline participation in the Water and Sewer Warranty Program with Service Line Warranties of Canada Inc.
- Motion to adopt the 2025 Asset Management Plan as presented on October 20, 2025
- Motion to appoint Councillor Dinnissen and Economic Development Officer David Wilkie to the Northeastern Community Network
- Motion to adopt By‑Law 4665 to rezone 127 Riverside Drive from R1 to R1‑4 residential zone
- Motion to adopt By‑Law 4666 for a Service Agreement with the Ontario Clean Water Agency for Overall Responsible Operator services
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Joint Committees of the Whole and Council will discuss the Housing Needs Assessment findings and related housing recommendations. A public hearing on Zoning Amendment Application ZBLA 2024-04 for an accessory structure will be held. Several motions will be considered, including support for a postal workers request, making the NORDS program permanent, and appointing a new board member. By‑law motions to appoint a Deputy Clerk and adopt a confirmatory by‑law will also be voted on.
- Public hearing on Zoning Amendment Application ZBLA 2024-04 to permit an accessory structure with reduced setbacks
- Presentation of the Housing Needs Assessment findings and strategic recommendations
- Motion to support the Canadian Union of Postal Workers request for a delay on the Canada Post mandate review
- Motion to request the Ontario government make the Northern Ontario Resource Development Support (NORDS) Program permanent
- Motion to appoint Guy Paradis to the Kapuskasing Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The council will hear a presentation to reconsider a Service Line Warranty program for residents. It will approve awarding a winter sand contract to A. Tremblay Contracting for $54,200 after reducing quantities. Updates on capital projects, such as the Connecting Link and sidewalk work, will be provided. Several resolutions and motions, including support for the NORDS pilot and highway safety legislation, will be considered.
- Re‑consider Service Line Warranty proposal (rates $8‑$9 per month, 5% royalty to town)
- Award Winter Sand contract to A. Tremblay Contracting for $54,200
- Capital contracts update: Connecting Link, curb/sidewalk work, paving schedule
- Support resolution for Northern Ontario Resource Development Support (NORDS) pilot
- Motions on Northern Highway safety act, Canada Post review delay, and Timmins airport flights
Emergency Special Council
The Emergency Special Council will first approve its agenda, then move to a closed session under Section 239(2)(h) of the Municipal Act. After the closed session, the Council will report on it and consider a motion to adopt Confirmatory By‑Law No. 2659, which ratifies the actions taken at this meeting. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.
- Approve meeting agenda
- Move to closed session under the Municipal Act
- Report from closed session
- Motion to adopt Confirmatory By‑Law No. 2659
- Adjourn the meeting
James Bay OPP Detachment Board (2)
The James Bay OPP Detachment Board adopted Confirmatory By-Law No. 04‑2025 to formalize the May 12 meeting. It also approved the Abuse, Violence and Harassment Policy for the detachment. Members reviewed OPP reports, discussed needle and sharps complaints in public areas, and raised safety concerns on Highway 11. The next meeting is scheduled for December 8, 2025.
- Adopt Confirmatory By-Law No. 04‑2025
- Adopt Abuse, Violence and Harassment Policy
- Review OPP reports and statistics
- Address needle and sharps complaints in back alleys and parks
- Discuss Highway 11 corridor safety concerns
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Town of Kapuskasing is reviewing several infrastructure and service requests, including a trial for pickleball in the Civic Centre and a new Official Plan consultant. Council will also discuss funding for the 2025 Asset Management Plan and additional costs for the Connecting Link Project.
- Proposed contract award for RFP 2025-01 (New Official Plan) to Re:Public Urbanism
- One-month trial for pickleball league in Civic Centre Auditorium with a proposed $200 monthly fee
- Approval of additional costs for the 2025 Connecting Link Project
- Minor Variance Application A1-25 for increased detached garage height
- Tax arrears report as of July 31, 2025, totaling $1,211,634
Kapuskasing Public Works Committee
The Kapuskasing Public Works Committee will review informational traffic study reports for two intersections, discuss program proposals, and consider a by‑law amendment. Items include the Ash / Brunetville and Byng / Mundy traffic studies, the Service Line Warranty Program, the reinstatement of the River Fountain, a tree inspection and planting program, and an amendment to By‑Law 2772 for Community Safety Zones. The committee will also receive information on the 2026 recycling curbside collection program.
- For Information – Results of Traffic Study for Ash / Brunetville Intersection
- For Information – Results of Traffic Study for Byng / Mundy Intersection
- Service Line Warranty Program proposal
- For Discussion – Reinstatement of River Fountain
- Consideration of amendment to By‑Law 2772 for Community Safety Zones
Kapuskasing Planning Committee
The Kapuskasing Planning Committee will hold a public hearing on Minor Variance Application A1-25 for the property at 84 Mitchell Road. The application seeks to increase the maximum height of a detached garage to 5.7 metres. The committee will also review documentation for an Official Plan Request for Proposals. No written or verbal submissions were received for the variance hearing.
- Minor Variance Application A1-25 – 84 Mitchell Road – request to raise garage height to 5.7 m
- Official Plan Request for Proposals – staff to review distributed documentation
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Joint Committees of the Whole and Council will hold a public hearing on Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBLA 02-25 for 201 Neetian Road. The meeting also includes consideration of several zoning and official plan by-law amendments for 38 Brunelle Road North and 97 Brunetville Road, motions to award a fencing contract and to purchase GPS surveying equipment, and a motion to move to closed session to discuss land acquisition under the Municipal Act. The council will vote on the confirmatory By‑Law No. 4657 before adjourning.
- Public Hearing on Zoning By‑law Amendment Application ZBLA 02‑25 for 201 Neetian Road
- By‑Law No. 4652 – Zoning Amendment (38 Brunelle Road North)
- By‑Law No. 4654 – Zoning Amendment (97 Brunetville Road)
- Motion to award the fencing Request for Tender No. 2025‑004
- Motion to purchase GPS Surveying Equipment
Kapuskasing Protective Services Committee
The Protective Services Committee will review the status of the fire department's vehicle fleet and discuss a report on the replacement of a pumper truck. The committee will also consider a report on the Fire Department's Vehicle Fleet and a report on the Replacement of the Pumper Truck.
- Review of Fire Department Vehicle Fleet status
- Report on Replacement of the Pumper Truck
- Discussion on False Alarm Fees (By-Law No. 2473)
- Closed session regarding labour relations
- Review of Strategic Plan and Work Plan
KAPUSKASING-MOONBEAM LANDFILL SITE MANAGEMENT BOARD MEETING
The Kapuskasing-Moonbeam Landfill Site Management Board is meeting to discuss accepting domestic waste from a neighboring community and updating administrative authorities. The board will also review a maintenance agreement for roads used to access the landfill.
- Proposal to accept domestic waste from the Township of Fauquier-Strickland
- Modification of signing authorities to add Chantal Guillemette and remove Guylain Baril
- Renewal of the Roads and Maintenance Agreement with Rayonier Advanced Materials
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Joint Committees of the Whole and Council will first approve the meeting agenda and hear reports from the Finance, Planning, Protective Services, Public Works, Economic Development, and Health committees. The council will then consider motions to award the Surface Treatment and Sidewalk contracts, to repeal specific Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw amendments, and to amend the Municipal Accommodation Tax Rate to 6%. Additional bylaws include appointing a Chief Administrative Officer and amending the MAT agreement with the Economic Development Corporation.
- Motion to award the Surface Treatment Contract (Item 11b)
- Motion to award the Sidewalk Contract (Item 11c)
- Bylaw to repeal OPA 3 and OPA 4, Zoning Bylaw Nos. 4641 and 4643 (Item 13b)
- Bylaw to amend the Municipal Accommodation Tax Rate to 6% (Item 13c)
- Bylaw to appoint a Chief Administrative Officer (Item 13a)
Special Council
The Town of Kapuskasing is holding a special meeting to discuss personal matters regarding the Chief Administrative Officer position. This portion of the meeting will be held in a closed session. Council will also vote on a confirmatory by-law for the meeting's proceedings.
- Closed session discussion regarding the Chief Administrative Officer position
- By-Law No. 4646 to confirm the proceedings of Council
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Joint Committees of the Whole and Council will consider two Official Plan and Zoning Amendments: Amendment #3 (ZBLA 2024-03) to rezone a western parcel from Mixed Industrial/Commercial (M1) to Third Density Residential (R3), and Amendment #4 (ZBLA 2025-01) to rezone a portion from Mixed Use (C2) to Core Commercial Exception (C1) for a self‑storage facility. The meeting also includes motions on a marketing agreement with Service Line Warranties of America, a request to redistribute Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST to municipalities, and the appointment of a council member to the Northern Ontario Wires Board.
- Consider Official Plan Amendment #3 and Zoning Amendment ZBLA 2024-03 – rezone western property from M1 to R3
- Consider Official Plan Amendment #4 and Zoning Amendment ZBLA 2025-01 – rezone portion from C2 to C1 for self‑storage
- Motion to enter a Marketing Agreement with Service Line Warranties of America for the Leak Loss Protection Program
- Motion to request redistribution of Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST to municipalities for sustainable infrastructure funding
- Motion to appoint a council member to the Northern Ontario Wires Board of Directors
Special Council
The Special Council will handle routine procedural items, including approval of the agenda and a declaration of pecuniary interest. A training session on Strong Mayor Powers will be presented by Mr. John Mascarin of Aird & Berlis LLP. The council will vote on a motion to approve Confirmatory By‑Law No. 4640, which ratifies the actions taken at this meeting. The meeting will conclude with a motion to adjourn.
- Approval of agenda
- Declaration of pecuniary interest & general interest thereof
- Strong Mayor Powers Training by Mr. John Mascarin, Aird & Berlis LLP
- Motion to approve Confirmatory By‑Law No. 4640
- Motion to adjourn the meeting
Kapuskasing Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will hold public hearings regarding two zoning bylaw amendment applications. The body will also discuss overhead wires at 48 Kimberly Drive and a request for a 12-foot fence at 6 Thibeault.
- Official Plan Amendment #3 and Zoning Bylaw Amendment ZBLA 2024-03 (38 Brunelle Road South)
- Zoning Bylaw Amendment Application ZBLA 2025-01 (97 Brunetville Road)
- Request to erect a 12 foot high fence at 6 Thibeault
- Discussion on overhead wires at 48 Kimberly Drive
- Assessment of Bill 17 (Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025)
Kapuskasing and District Planning Board and Committee of Adjustment
The Kapuskasing and District Planning Board and Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two consent applications. The board will also discuss revised conditions for a previous application on Brunelle Road North.
- Public hearing for Consent Application B1-25 (CON 15 PL 18 Brunelle Road North)
- Public hearing for Consent Application B2-25 (302 Stevens Road)
- Discussion on revised conditions for Consent Application B2-24 (38 Brunelle Road North)
- Proposed severance of CON 15 PL 18 Brunelle Road North to create two 6.1 hectare lots
- Proposed rezoning of the retained lot at Brunelle Road North to RU-B Group for a contractor's yard
Special Council
The Special Council will consider motions to appoint an interim Chief Administrative Officer and to retain Nigel Bellchamber to assist the hiring committee for the CAO vacancy. It will also discuss delegating Municipal Clerk duties to Bellchamber and scheduling Strong Mayor Powers training. A closed‑session will be held for personal matters, and the council will approve a Confirmatory By‑Law confirming prior actions.
- Motion to appoint an interim Chief Administrative Officer
- Motion to retain Nigel Bellchamber to work with the hiring committee for the CAO vacancy
- Motion to delegate Municipal Clerk duties to Nigel Bellchamber for the hiring committee
- Request to schedule Strong Mayor Powers training
- Motion to approve Confirmatory By‑Law No. 4639
KAPUSKASING-MOONBEAM LANDFILL SITE MANAGEMENT BOARD MEETING
The Kapuskasing-Moonbeam Landfill Site Management Board approved its agenda, adopted minutes from the November 2024 meeting, and reviewed financial reports. It voted to adopt the 2025 tipping fees with a 2.61% increase and the 2025 employee salary and benefits package with a 2.31% increase. The board also approved the 2025 budget request and received a presentation of the 2024 audited financial statements. Information was provided that the landfill was closed for three days for major scale repairs and that the Ministry of Environment is monitoring an inspection report.
- Approval of 2025 tipping fees with a 2.61% increase
- Approval of 2025 employee salary & benefits package with a 2.31% increase
- Approval of the 2025 budget request for the landfill site
- Presentation and approval of the 2024 audited financial statements by Baker Tilly
- Information that the landfill was closed for three days for major scale repairs
Kapuskasing Public Works Committee
The Kapuskasing Public Works Committee will meet to review a proposal for a Service Line Warranty Program that would offer insurance coverage to residents for water and sewer line repairs. The committee will also discuss updates on wastewater treatment, capital projects, and snowmobile trails.
- Review of Service Line Warranty Program proposal
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Phosphorous reduction initiative
- Connecting Links Additional Funding discussion
- Capital project updates: Connecting Link, King/Birch/Oak, Brunelle Road South/Byng
- Discussion on ATV/Electrical Vehicle usage and pedestrian pathways
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Joint Committees of the Whole and Council will consider a proposal to increase the Municipal Accommodation Tax from 4% to 6% and to amend the agreement with the KEDC. The meeting will also adopt several by‑laws covering accountability, sewage and water rates, tax rates, optional classes, a Business Improvement Area levy, and the appointment of a municipal law enforcement officer. Additional items include a presentation on a partnership with Diamond Renewable Energy and information on funding to resurface Government Road (Highway 11).
- Proposal to increase the Municipal Accommodation Tax to 6% and amend the MAT agreement with KEDC
- Adopt By‑Law No. 4632 – Accountability and Transparency Policy
- Adopt By‑Law No. 4633 – Sewage Service Rate and Water Service Rate for 2025
- Adopt By‑Law No. 4634 – Adoption of Tax Rates for 2025
- Adopt By‑Law No. 4635 – Optional Classes and Set Tax Ratios for 2025
James Bay OPP Detachment Board (2)
The James Bay OPP Detachment Board (2) will vote on the third reading and enactment of Procedural By‑Law No. 01‑2025. It will also approve a new Abuse, Violence and Harassment Policy and consider community safety complaints about needles and sharps. The board will review and adopt the amended 2025 budget and adopt a Confirmatory By‑Law confirming the inaugural meeting’s actions. The meeting concludes with setting the next meeting date for September 8 2025.
- Third reading and enactment of Procedural By‑Law No. 01‑2025
- Approval of the Abuse, Violence and Harassment Policy
- Discussion of community safety complaints (needles and sharps in alleys and parks)
- Review and approval of the amended 2025 budget
- Adoption of Confirmatory By‑Law 02‑2025 confirming inaugural meeting actions
Special Council
The Special Council will first approve its agenda, then move to a closed session to discuss labour‑relations matters under the Municipal Act. After the closed session, the Council will vote to adopt By‑Law No. 4631, which confirms the proceedings and decisions made at this meeting. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.
- Motion to approve the meeting agenda
- Motion to move to a closed session on labour‑relations (Municipal Act s.239(2)(d))
- Motion to approve Confirmatory By‑Law No. 4631
- Motion to report from the closed session
- Motion to adjourn the meeting
Kapuskasing Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will meet to discuss development charges and how they are used to fund growth-related infrastructure. This discussion focuses on the requirements of the Development Charges Act, 1997.
- Discussion on Development Charges and funding for new growth
Kapuskasing Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will review a revised site plan for 221 Clear Lake Road and decide whether the town should enter a Site Plan Control Agreement with Rickard Cedar, pending a bi‑annual groundwater monitoring program. It will also consider a draft Building Inspector Internship Policy for possible Council approval. The committee discussed proposed infrastructure engineering studies, including $27,000 for water‑modeling and an estimated $100,000 for three site studies.
- Review revised Site Plan – 221 Clear Lake Road; recommendation to enter a Site Plan Control Agreement with Rickard Cedar, contingent on a bi‑annual groundwater monitoring program
- Review the Town of Kapuskasing draft Building Inspector Internship Policy
- Discussion of infrastructure engineering studies to support future development, with $27,000 allocated for water modeling and an estimated $100,000 for three proposed site studies
Kapuskasing and District Planning Board and Committee of Adjustment
The Kapuskasing and District Planning Board will review two consent applications to create new residential lots. One application proposes severing a vacant lot on Brunelle Road South, while the other involves a review of a consent application on Government Road.
- Review Consent Application B6-24 (201 Neetian Road)
- Review Consent Application B5-06 (570 Government Road)
- Review unfinished business: 387 Brunelle Road South
- Approval of minutes from February 06, 2025 meeting
- Discussion on LEAR study for agricultural land designation
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
Council will decide on the approval of the 2025 Operations, Capital, Water, and Sewer budgets. The meeting includes a proposal to award a road resurfacing contract and a review of the town's 2023 financial indicators.
- Contract award for Hwy11/Government Road Resurfacing to Villeneuve Construction Co. Ltd. for $3,453,102.29+HST
- Approval of 2025 Operations, Capital, Water, and Sewer budgets
- By-Law No. 4624 to amend false alarm fees
- By-Law No. 4630 regarding MTO Dedicated Gas Tax Funds for Public Transportation
- Review of Accountability and Transparency Policy
2nd Kapuskasing Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is meeting to continue its review of the 2025 budget, a process started on March 24, 2025.
- Review of the 2025 budget
Kapuskasing Finance Committee
The committee will review the town’s 2025 operating, capital, water and sewer budgets and provide direction to council. The recommendation is to approve the operating budget of $23,702,049, which includes a 6% municipal tax levy increase (including a 3% capital levy increase) and a $308,259 transfer to the reserve. The agenda notes a loan agreement with Kirkland Lake Solar Inc. that accounts for $206,731.01 of interest revenue, and a recycling contract with Circular Materials that is expected to generate approximately $95,000 in revenue. Additional considerations include a projected $235,050 increase in policing costs for 2026 and a 1% tax levy increase representing about $130,000 of additional revenue.
- Approve 2025 Operating budget of $23,702,049 with 6% tax levy increase
- Review 2025 Capital budget (amount not specified in agenda)
- Review 2025 Water budget (amount not specified in agenda)
- Review 2025 Sewer budget (amount not specified in agenda)
- Loan agreement with Kirkland Lake Solar Inc. generating $206,731.01 interest revenue
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Town of Kapuskasing will discuss amending the fee tariff for fire department inspections and false alarm calls. The meeting also includes a presentation on OPP billing and a closed session regarding land acquisition.
- Motion to adopt By-Law No. 4624 regarding False Alarm Calls
- Proposed amendment to By-Law No. 2473 to allow Council review of false alarm fees
- OPP Billing Presentation by the Municipal Policing Bureau
- Information item regarding the hiring of Jessica Desmoulin as Municipal Law Enforcement Officer II
- Closed session regarding proposed or pending acquisition of land
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Joint Committees of the Whole and Council will review several reports and motions, including a finance recommendation to deny a $5,000 donation request from Animal Rescue of Kapuskasing, a planning request to appoint the Property Standards Officer as Area Weed Inspector, and a zoning amendment to rezone a lot on Swanson Road. The meeting also includes approval of the Kapuskasing Drinking Water System inspection and annual reports, and a motion to enter a Memorandum of Understanding with GreenFirst Forest Products and Kap Paper Inc. to study a greenhouse project linked to Kap Paper's cogeneration plant.
- Finance report recommendation to deny the Animal Rescue of Kapuskasing donation increase to $5,000
- Appointment of the Property Standards Officer as Area Weed Inspector under the Weed Control Act
- Zoning Amendment Application ZBLA 2024-02 to rezone CON 7 LOT 13 (Swanson Road) from Rural (RU) to Rural Non‑Residential Group B (RU‑B)
- Approval of the Kapuskasing Drinking Water System inspection report No. 220002583 and the 2024 annual summary report
- Motion to enter a Memorandum of Understanding with GreenFirst Forest Products and Kap Paper Inc. to assess a greenhouse operation
Kapuskasing Protective Services Committee
The Kapuskasing Protective Services Committee will review the Fire Department's Tariff of Fees for inspections and false alarms. The committee will also discuss a tiered response agreement with the Cochrane District Services Board.
- Review Tariff of Fees for Fire Department Inspections and False Alarm Calls (By-Law No. 2473)
- Review tiered response agreement between Town of Kapuskasing and Cochrane District Services Board
- Strategic Plan and Work Plan (placeholder)
- Approval of Agenda
- Review of Minutes
James Bay OPP Detachment Board (2) Inaugural Meeting
The inaugural meeting of the James Bay OPP Detachment Board (2) will appoint its members, including municipal councillors, a mayor, community and provincial appointees. The board will adopt its Terms of Reference, Code of Conduct, and Procedural By‑Law No. 01‑2025. It will also approve the 2025 meeting schedule and the proposed budget for the year.
- Appointment of board members (mayors, councillors, community and provincial appointees)
- Adoption of Terms of Reference and Code of Conduct
- Adoption of Procedural By‑Law No. 01‑2025
- Approval of the 2025 meeting schedule (dates, times, location)
- Review and approval of the proposed 2025 budget
Kapuskasing Planning Committee
The Planning Committee will meet to discuss a zoning by-law amendment for a property on Spruce Falls Road and review a request to build a garage at 48 Kimberly Drive. The body will also discuss infrastructure engineering for future development and a housing needs assessment schedule.
- Public Hearing for Zoning By-law Amendment ZBLA 2024-02 (Lot 13 Con 7) to rezone from Rural (RU) to Rural Group B (RU-B)
- Review of letter regarding garage construction at 48 Kimberly Drive
- Request from Kap Pickle Ball
- Discussion on proposed infrastructure engineering for future development
- Update on Housing Needs Assessment tentative schedule
Kapuskasing and District Planning Board and Committee of Adjustment
The Kapuskasing and District Planning Board will hold public hearings on two consent applications: B24-03 for a lot at 292 Stevens Road and B24-04 for a lot at 387 Brunelle Road South. The hearings will consider approval of the proposed lot severances and any conditions required by the board.
- Public Hearing – Consent Application B24-03 (292 Stevens Road)
- Public Hearing – Consent Application B24-04 (387 Brunelle Road South)
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of minutes (October 28, 2024)
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Joint Committees of the Whole and Council will adopt minutes from the January 13 meeting, consider two resolutions—one supporting an Ontario Rural Road Safety Program and another urging emergency child‑welfare funding—and vote on a janitorial services contract. They will also approve a borrowing bylaw for 2025 and a bylaw to formalize the janitorial services agreement before moving to a closed session.
- Motion to approve By‑Law No. 4617, a borrowing bylaw for the year 2025
- Motion to approve By‑Law No. 4618 to enter into a janitorial services agreement
- Request to award a janitorial services contract for a 2‑year term with an optional one‑year extension
- Resolution supporting the establishment of an Ontario Rural Road Safety Program
- Resolution calling on the Ontario government for emergency stabilization funding for child‑welfare services
Kapuskasing Public Works Committee
The Kapuskasing Public Works Committee will consider a proposal to undertake water‑distribution network modelling for future development. It will also review operational and safety inquiries at the Mundy Avenue/Byng Avenue and Ash Street/Brunetville Road intersections, examine concerns about circle pedestrian crosswalks and stop signs, and hear a request for a stop sign at the Brock/Cité des Jeunes intersection. An update to the Asset Management Plan will be presented.
- Proposal to undertake water modeling for future development
- Public inquiry of operational and safety concerns at Mundy Avenue and Byng Avenue intersection
- Inquiry of operational and safety concern at Ash Street and Brunetville Road intersection
- Circle pedestrian crosswalks/stop sign operational and safety concern
- Request from Cité de Jeunes for a stop sign at the Brock/Cité des Jeunes intersection
Joint Committees of the Whole and Council
The Town of Kapuskasing will consider an interim tax levy for 2025 and review reports on tax arrears and airport aircraft movements. Council will also discuss supporting provincial resolutions regarding rural road safety and child welfare funding.
- Motion to approve the Interim Tax Levy for 2025
- Proposed support for a $183 million Ontario Rural Road Safety Program
- Proposed support for FONOM resolution requesting emergency stabilization funding for Children's Aid Societies
- Donation of $1,669.03 to the Kapuskasing Food Bank from meter collection
- Report on the dissolution of the Kapuskasing Non Profit Housing Corporation and asset transfer to Cochrane District Services Board