McNab/Braeside public meetings in 2025
71 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council Meeting
The council will consider and adopt five by‑laws covering 2025 and 2026 staff and officer remuneration, appointment of a deputy treasurer, and a vacation policy. New business includes discussion of a White Lake Park building project and a request for continued funding for the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation’s Grove Redevelopment Campaign. Staff reports will address agreements with Circular Materials for Blue Box depot operations, a citizen portal and online payments, and other operational matters. Routine items such as adoption of the agenda, minutes, and committee reports are also on the agenda.
- By‑Law #2025-90 – 2025 Remuneration Township Staff
- By‑Law #2025-91 – 2026 Remuneration Township Staff
- By‑Law #2025-92 – Appoint Deputy Treasurer (Christina Mulcahey)
- By‑Law #2025-93 – Vacation Policy
- White Lake Park Building project
Waste Diversion Sub-Committee
The Waste Diversion Sub‑Committee will receive updates on the JustGoodCompost composting program, the roll‑off bin policy, and the Sustainable Waste Management Strategy consultant timeline. New items include a unified material list communications toolkit, a community engagement strategy, and a waste diversion directory. The meeting consists mainly of informational reports and recommendations for further action.
- Composting Program – JustGoodCompost report accepted as information
- Roll‑Off Bin Policy – verbal update
- Sustainable Waste Management Strategy Consultant – update and timelines
- Unified Material List – communications toolkit for Ontario recycling changes
- Community Engagement Strategy – discussion
Regular Council Meeting
The council will hear a presentation from the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation requesting a $25,000 municipal contribution to its $800,000 Scope for Hope endoscopy equipment upgrade. A Seniors Active Living Centre update and 2026 grant request will also be presented, along with an archival budget consultation. Unfinished business includes updates on the Paddle Shack rental deposit and the RC-2025-09 tender for a monolithic slab for the Waba Cottage Museum. New business items include a JAG reserves purchase and a request for a forensic audit of Gail Anderson.
- Arnprior Regional Health Foundation – $25,000 request for Scope for Hope endoscopy equipment upgrade
- Seniors Active Living Centre – 2026 grant request (amount not specified)
- RC-2025-09 Unofficial Tender Results for Monolithic Slab for Waba Cottage Museum – update
- JAG – Reserves 2025 purchase (amount not specified)
- By-Law #2025-87 Delegate Authority to Treasurer – Tax Arrears Extension Agreement
Regular Council Meeting
The Physician Recruitment Committee is requesting annual funding from the Township to renovate the Primary Health Care Centre and fund recruitment efforts. The goal is to recruit six new family physicians over the next three years to address a local waitlist of over 6,700 people.
- Request for $60,000 annually over 10 years for Primary Health Care Centre renovations
- Request for $40,000 annually for physician recruitment and incentives
- Award of RFP WM-2025-03 for Sustainable Waste Management Strategy
- By-Law #2025-85 to appoint Lisa Godin as Treasurer
- Proposed 2026 Recreation Plan
Regular Council Meeting
The Township of McNab/Braeside Council will review the 2024 draft financial statements and approve the appointment of a Committee of Adjustment. The meeting agenda also includes correspondence regarding local events and provincial development charge legislation.
- Review 2024 draft financial statements
- Appoint Committee of Adjustment (By-Law #2025-83)
- Consider correspondence on Bill 17 (Development Charges Act)
- Review 2025 Budget vs Actuals - Q3
- Arnprior District Family Health Team request for support
Regular Council Meeting
The council will consider and adopt several by‑laws, such as appointing the CEMC, ratifying a Renfrew County mutual‑aid agreement, and formalizing an agreement with Voatz Canada for alternate voting in the 2026 election. Draft policies on discipline and dismissal, trail maintenance and inspection, and the Emergency Management Program and Response Plan will also be reviewed. Unofficial tender results for the White Lake Community Centre building and the Sun Shelter engineer‑stamped drawing at Clay Bank Park will be presented. Additional items include a request from the White Lake Santa Parade Committee and a nomination for the 2025 Warden's Community Service Award.
- By‑Law #2025-77 – Agreement with Voatz Canada (alternate voting 2026 election)
- By‑Law #2025-78 – Emergency Management Program and Emergency Response Plan
- Draft Discipline and Dismissal Policy
- Unofficial Tender Results – White Lake Community Centre Building
- Sun Shelter – Engineer stamped drawing cost at Clay Bank Park
Waste Diversion Sub-Committee
The sub-committee is meeting to discuss the JustGoodCompost composting program and the 7R's of waste reduction. The body will also receive updates on waste diversion public education and landfill reports.
- Composting Program - JustGoodCompost
- 7R's in Waste Reduction
- Public Education for Waste Diversion Month
- Landfill Reports on Township Website
- Letter from Minister Todd McCarthy regarding Blue Box transition for industrial, commercial, and institutional sources
Committee of the Whole - Public Safety
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a report on Automated Speed Enforcement with Global Traffic Group and authorize the renewal of the Township's Mutual Aid Bylaw for five years.
- Fire Department Activity Report for September 2025
- Automated Speed Enforcement report and pricing inquiry
- Renewal of Mutual Aid Bylaw for five years
- Fire Chief to attend Renfrew County Fire Chief Association Meeting
- White Lake Captain position posting closed
Committee of the Whole - Operations
The Committee of the Whole will discuss installing speed radar signs on Stewartville Road (County Road 63) near McNab Public School. The County of Renfrew has indicated it will move existing signs to the location if the Township approves and pays 50% of the installation costs.
- Stewartville Road (CR-63) - Speed Radar Request
- Green Meadow Road asphalt resurfacing
- Public Works Department Activity Report - September 2025
- Cameron Woods Homeowners Association - Speed Concerns
- Request to County of Renfrew – Review of Seasonal Traffic-Calming Bollards
Committee of the Whole - Development and Property
The Development and Property Committee will accept the report on RFP WM-2025-03 Sustainable Waste Management Strategy, noting that four proposals were submitted by the October 9, 2025 deadline. It will also receive a letter from Minister Todd McCarthy about Ontario’s transition to a producer‑run Blue Box system, which is projected to save municipalities over $171 million annually. Additional items include a property development update for 2473 Russett Dr and a Planning Application Status Report for September 2025.
- RFP WM-2025-03 Sustainable Waste Management Strategy – 4 proposals submitted
- Letter from Honourable Todd McCarthy on Blue Box system transition – $171 million annual savings
- 2473 Russett Dr property development update
- Planning Application Status Report – September 2025
- Waste Diversion Committee draft meeting minutes – September 24, 2025
Committee of the Whole - Corporate Services
The Committee of the Whole will review reports on the 2026 budget, emergency management, and a contract for alternate voting technology for the 2026 municipal election.
- Bi-Centennial Budget report
- Community Emergency Management Coordinator & Alternate
- Master Services Agreement - Voatz Canada Ltd. (Alternate Voting)
- 2025 Emergency Management Program and Emergency Response Plan
- L'Arche Arnprior Municipal Grant Program Application 2026
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will discuss a joint-use library agreement with Arnprior and a by-law regarding the Environmental Systems Research Institute Inc. (GIS). The meeting also includes a delegation regarding a refused consent application for a residential lot at 552 Milton Stewart Avenue.
- By-Law #2025-72: Arnprior Public Library Joint Use Library Amended Agreement
- By-Law #2025-73: Environmental Systems Research Institute Inc. (GIS)
- Delegation from Lou Laventure regarding refused consent application B45-25
- Discussion on OPA #49
- Circular Economy Month Awareness Campaign report
Public Meeting Under the Planning Act
The Township of McNab/Braeside is holding a public meeting regarding an application to amend the County of Renfrew Official Plan. The proposal seeks to allow an additional dwelling unit on a privately-serviced property that is smaller than the standard 0.4 hectare requirement.
- Official Plan Amendment No. 49 to redesignate 160 Usborne Street from Village Community to Village Community – Exception Nine
- Proposal to permit an additional dwelling unit on a 0.14 hectare (0.35 acre) property
- Review of Hydrogeological Study by Jp2g Consultants Inc. dated June 18, 2025
Waste Diversion Sub-Committee
The Waste Diversion Sub-Committee will review a report on hiring a Net Zero consultant for the landfill and discuss the '7 R's in Waste Reduction' framework. The committee is also set to discuss the status of Blue Bins on Township properties.
- Net Zero/Sustainable Waste Management Strategy Consultant - Update & Timelines
- 7 R's in Waste Reduction
- Blue Bins Status - Township Properties
- Mississippi Mills Composting Program-Rebate
- Organics Diversion Education
Public Meeting Under the Planning Act
The Township of McNab/Braeside is holding a public meeting to discuss a proposed zoning by-law amendment that would rezone approximately 0.32 hectares of a farm property from Agriculture-Exception One (A-E1) to Agriculture (A). This change is required to allow an existing accessory coverall building to be added to an abutting residential lot at 2089 Russett Drive as a condition of a County of Renfrew consent application.
- Public meeting to discuss zoning by-law amendment for Part Lot 15, Concession 8
- Rezoning request to change land use from Agriculture-Exception One (A-E1) to Agriculture (A)
- Application to add existing accessory coverall building to residential lot at 2089 Russett Drive
- Meeting scheduled for Monday, September 15, 2025, at 9:00 AM in Council Chambers
- Meeting will be live streamed on the Township's YouTube channel
Regular Council Meeting
The council will discuss and decide on the acting pay for the Chief Administrative Officer and Clerk. A draft joint‑use agreement with the Arnprior Public Library will be reviewed. The AMBA request for a letter of support for the New Horizons for Seniors project will be considered.
- Acting Pay – CAO/Clerk (item 14.1)
- Draft Joint Use Arnprior Public Library Agreement (item 14.2)
- AMBA – Request for Letter of Support – New Horizons for Seniors (item 14.3)
- By‑Law #2025-68 – Appoint Interim CAO Clerk (item 21.1)
- By‑Law #2025-69 – ZBLA Cloutier (item 21.2)
Committee of the Whole - Corporate Services
The Committee of the Whole – Corporate Services met on September 9, 2025 to review reports and discuss several donation and funding requests. It accepted informational reports and made two recommendations: to deny the rain‑barrel donation and to keep the paddle‑shack rental deposit policy unchanged until year‑end financials are received. Additional discussion items included a Men’s Shed support request, a Burnstown Beach volunteer donation, and an Arnprior Regional Health Foundation CT‑scan campaign request.
- Donation of rain barrel – recommendation to deny request
- Paddle Shack rental deposit – recommendation to maintain status quo pending year‑end financials
- Men’s Shed request for support – discussion report
- Burnstown Beach volunteer donation – discussion report
- Arnprior Regional Health Foundation CT Scan campaign – request for donation
Committee of the Whole - Public Safety
The Committee of the Whole will adopt the meeting minutes and accept the Fire Department Activity Report for August 2025 as information. No other items are scheduled for decision or discussion at this meeting.
- Adopt meeting minutes
- Accept Fire Department Activity Report – August 2025
Committee of the Whole - Operations
The Committee of the Whole (Operations) will adopt the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes and accept the Public Works Department Activity Report for August 2025 as information. The committee also notes the Usborne Street Project clarification report for council information. No delegations, communications, or new business are scheduled for this meeting.
- Adopt June 4, 2025 meeting minutes
- Accept Public Works Department Activity Report – August 2025
- Receive Usborne Street Project clarification report for council
- No delegations or presentations
- No new or other business
Committee of the Whole - Development and Property
The Committee of the Whole – Development and Property will adopt the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. It will receive a communication about proposed updates to the provincial Projection Methodology Guideline. A consent report will be presented for the Proposed Plan of Subdivision – River Lane Estates. A discussion report will be considered for County of Renfrew OPA #49 at 160 Usborne Street.
- Consent Report – Proposed Plan of Subdivision – River Lane Estates (pages 74‑92)
- Discussion Report – County of Renfrew OPA #49 – 160 Usborne Street (pages 93‑102)
- Communication – Notification of Proposed Updates to the Projection Methodology Guideline
- Adoption of August 12, 2025 meeting minutes
- No delegations or presentations
Special Council Meeting
The council is holding a special closed meeting under section 239(2)(b) of the Municipal Act to consider personal matters concerning an identifiable individual, such as municipal or local board employees. No public items, delegations, or by‑law changes are on the agenda. The meeting is not recorded or streamed.
- Closed session under section 239(2)(b) to address personal HR matters about an identifiable individual
Regular Council Meeting
Council will hear a presentation from the Renfrew County District School Board regarding a partnership with the Re-Nature Foundation to create outdoor learning spaces. The board is seeking a municipal resolution to apply for funding through the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.
- Renfrew County District School Board request for resolution to access $50,000 per school site via the Growing Canada’s Community Canopies program
- County of Renfrew Esri Enterprise Agreement Renewal
- Enterprise Renfrew County Small Business Month speaker suggestions
- Verbal report on Campbell Drive
- Donation update for AMBA ICA International Congress
Regular Council Meeting
The McNab/Braeside Council will vote on By‑Law #2025‑64 to create a Fire Dispatch Communications Centre. It will also review draft policies on private road grants and indemnification, and consider a clearing and grubbing procurement request. Additional reports, correspondence and a paddle‑shack rental deposit are on the agenda, with no new business scheduled.
- By‑Law #2025‑64 Fire Dispatch Communications Centre
- Draft Private Road Grant Policy
- Draft Indemnification Policy
- RFP‑WM‑2025‑03 Clearing and Grubbing
- Paddle Shack Rental Deposit
Special Council Meeting
The Township of McNab/Braeside is holding a Special Council Meeting to discuss personal matters and legal advice regarding employees. The meeting will be closed to the public under specific sections of the Municipal Act.
- Closed session on personal matters and legal advice
- Confirmatory by-law to ratify meeting proceedings
- Meeting held at Council Chambers, 2473 Russett Drive
Committee of the Whole - Public Safety
The Committee of the Whole – Public Safety will consider a report on integrating Smiths Falls fire dispatch services and a recommendation to use up to $25,000 from the Fire Department Capital Reserve for the project. It will also receive a request for exemption from Ontario Regulation 343/22 on firefighter certification requirements. Additional items include adoption of previous meeting minutes and presentation of recent fire department activity and detachment revenue reports.
- Request for exemption to O. Reg. 343/22 – Firefighter Certification Requirements (consent report)
- Remote Dispatch Connection – Smiths Falls Fire Dispatch Integration (discussion report, $25,000 funding recommendation)
- Adoption of minutes from the June 4, 2025 Public Safety meeting
- Presentation of January‑to‑March 2025 Detachment Revenues report
- Fire Department Activity Report for May, June, and July 2025
Committee of the Whole - Development and Property
The Committee of the Whole will accept the Notice of Decision for Official Plan Amendment No. 47, which creates the Helping Your Place Excel (HYPE) program to provide matching grants of up to 50% and up to $30,000 per project for Community Improvement Plans. It will also adopt the June 4 minutes, receive communications on the amendment and the Building Faster and Smarter Act, and review a Comprehensive Zoning By‑Law 2025 and waste‑diversion consultant reports. An expression of interest for the Russett Drive property will be discussed.
- Adoption of Official Plan Amendment No. 47 (HYPE) enabling grants/loans for CIPs, up to $30,000 per project
- Comprehensive Zoning By‑Law 2025 (consent report)
- Planning Application Status Report
- Waste Diversion Committee Net Zero Consultant RFP and draft RFP
- Expression of Interest – Russett Drive Property
Committee of the Whole - Corporate Services
The Committee of the Whole for Corporate Services will discuss several draft policies, including a private road grant policy and an indemnification policy. The body will also review unofficial tender results for RC-2025-08 and financial reports for the second quarter of 2025.
- Unofficial tender results for RC-2025-08
- Draft Private Road Grant Policy
- Draft Indemnification Policy
- Draft Use of Cost-Saving, Cashback, and Loyalty Programs policy
- Requests from Glasgow Women's Institute and L'Arche Arnprior to waive facility fees
Committee of the Whole - Operations
The Committee will adopt the May 12, 2025 Operations minutes. It will accept informational reports on the Lions Club sun shelter image update and Public Works activity reports for June and July 2025. The Usborne Street Project Clarification will be accepted and forwarded to Council for information.
- Adopt May 12, 2025 Operations meeting minutes
- Accept Lions Club Sun Shelter Image Update report
- Accept Public Works Department Activity Report – June 2025
- Accept Public Works Department Activity Report – July 2025
- Accept Usborne Street Project Clarification and forward to Council
Regular Council Meeting
The McNab/Braeside Council will adopt the agenda and approve minutes from previous meetings. New business includes a change of the August 19 council meeting date, a VOICE motion opposing strong mayor powers, and several proclamations (International Literacy Day, Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, Terry Fox Day, Suicide Prevention Day). The council will also consider three bylaws: appointing an interim treasurer, authorizing a pre‑servicing agreement for Blackrock Properties on River Road, and amending the ZBLA Hunter bylaw. Road‑condition items are listed under new business as well.
- By‑Law #2025-59 – Appoint Interim Treasurer
- By‑Law #2025-60 – Pre‑Servicing Agreement Authorization for Blackrock Properties (River Road)
- By‑Law #2025-61 – Amend By‑Law 2025-54 ZBLA Hunter
- Proclamations for International Literacy Day, Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, Terry Fox Day, and Suicide Prevention Day
- VO.I.C.E. motion: Council members opposed to strong mayor powers
Public Meeting Under the Planning Act
The Township of McNab/Braeside will hold a public meeting to discuss a zoning by-law amendment that would rezone portions of a 24.4-hectare farm at 1122 Campbell Drive to allow the severance of a surplus farm dwelling. The proposal includes rezoning 14.6 hectares to prohibit future residential use and adjusting setback requirements for existing log sheds.
- Public meeting on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 5:30 PM
- Proposed rezoning of 14.6 hectares to Agriculture-Exception One (A-E1)
- Proposed rezoning of 0.857 hectares to Agriculture-Exception Six (A-E8)
- Application by Richard, Chris & Carlos Hunter
- Meeting held at Council Chambers
Special Council Meeting
The Township of McNab/Braeside Council passed two bylaws to remove a holding symbol from lands at 00 Stadacona Drive, allowing residential development. The meeting also included a closed session on personal matters regarding staff and council relations.
- By-law 2025-56: Amends 2010-49 to rezone Stadacona Drive land from R1-E52-h to R1-E52
- By-law 2025-57: Amends 2025-54 to rezone Stadacona Drive land from RR-E42-h to RR-E42
- Closed meeting: Personal matters about identifiable individuals, including municipal employees (HR Matters)
- Closed meeting: Treasurer recruitment process and staff/council relations
- Discussion: Age of approved 'Junior Vendor' for Herbfest
Waste Diversion Sub-Committee
The Waste Diversion Sub-Committee will review the Mississippi Mills Composting Program Rebate and discuss the Net Zero/Sustainable Waste Management Strategy consultant procurement. The committee will also address the status of blue bins on township properties and proposed changes to blue box timelines by the Province of Ontario.
- Mississippi Mills Composting Program Rebate
- Net Zero/Sustainable Waste Management Strategy consultant update
- Blue Bins Status - Township Properties
- Organics Diversion Education
- Province of Ontario’s proposed changes to blue box timelines
Regular Council Meeting
The council will consider adopting the Township of McNab/Braeside Asset Management Plan as required by Ontario Regulation 588/17. It will also vote on several by‑laws, including the Comprehensive Zoning By‑Law and the Hogan Heights Phase 2 authorizing by‑law. Staff reports on equipment, tender awards, and a request to engage County HR services for treasurer recruitment will be reviewed. Public questions will be taken after the business items.
- Adopt Asset Management Plan – final report dated June 12 2025
- By‑Law #2025‑54 Comprehensive Zoning By‑Law authorization
- By‑Law #2025‑53 Hogan Heights Phase 2 Authorizing By‑Law
- Tender award: Hot Mix Asphalt – Green Meadow Road (PW‑2025‑06)
- Approve engagement of County of Renfrew HR services for Treasurer recruitment
Bi-Centennial Committee
The Bi‑Centennial Committee adopted minutes from the May 14 meeting and accepted several reports and recommendations. It approved the final 1979 McNab Landowner map for display, adopted a revised Bicentennial poster, and set the event layout and schedule for June 12. The committee also approved the design and wording of the monument plaque and confirmed placement of the petting farm. All items were accepted as information and circulated for the upcoming celebration.
- Final McNab Landowner Map 1979 accepted for display at the Bi‑Centennial event
- Bicentennial poster approved with edits (municipal complex name, phone removal, 200‑year seal, activity labels)
- Petting Farm recommended for the green space between the court and Murray Yantha Community Centre
- Event schedule amended: extend Renfrew Highland Pipes & Drums, shorten Welcome Greeting, correct speaker attribution
- Monument plaque sized 8"x11" with inscription about Brig Niagara and township history
Committee of the Whole - Operations
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no reports, delegations, or specific items of business listed for decision or discussion.
Committee of the Whole - Development and Property
The Committee of the Whole for Development and Property will discuss a new comprehensive zoning by-law review and a minor variance application. The meeting also includes reports on provincial legislation and county official plan amendments.
- Discussion of New Comprehensive Zoning by-Law Review (Planning Report 2025-May-26)
- Minor Variance A-3/25
- County of Renfrew Official Plan Amendment 47 regarding Community Improvement Plans/HYPE
- Building Faster and Smarter Act - Bill 17 staff report
- Town of Arnprior public meeting notices for ZBA 4-24, ZBA 5-25, and ZBA 6-25
Committee of the Whole - Public Safety
The Committee of the Whole – Public Safety will consider the Establishing & Regulating Fire Department By‑Law update and accept it as information. Staff will be directed to bring the amended by‑law forward to Council for passing. Discussion reports on the by‑law update and on dispatch services will also be reviewed.
- Accept Establishing & Regulating Fire Department By‑Law update as information and direct staff to bring it to Council
- Discussion Report: Establishing and Regulating By‑Law – Update 6‑23
- Discussion Report: Dispatch Services 24‑26
Committee of the Whole - Corporate Services
The Committee of the Whole - Corporate Services will review the April 2025 financial overview and a tender for a recreation truck. The meeting includes a presentation on community engagement and the Recreation Master Plan.
- Recreation Truck Tender
- April 2025 Financial Overview
- Community Engagement and Unification & Recreation Master Plan presentation
- Proposed amendments to the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act
- Reintroduction of the Geologic Carbon Storage Act
Regular Council Meeting
The council will vote on a $1,646,806 contract to reconstruct Kippen Road and a $70,000 service agreement for contract administration. It will consider an agency agreement authorizing Fire Marque Inc. and a Noise By‑Law exemption. The meeting also includes engineering design reports for Usborne and Moore Streets and a by‑law confirming the meeting proceedings.
- Award Contract No. PW-2025-03 to McCrea Excavating Ltd. for Kippen Road reconstruction ($1,646,806 plus HST)
- Agency Agreement By‑Law 2025‑48 authorizing Fire Marque Inc.
- Noise By‑Law Exemption (item 14.1)
- Engineering design reports for Usborne Street and Moore Street (item 13.1)
- By‑Law 2025‑49 confirming the council proceedings (item 23.1)
Bi-Centennial Committee
The Bi-Centennial Committee is meeting to finalize preparations for the township's 200th anniversary event. The body will discuss the event schedule, layout, and the inclusion of Pikwakanagan members in the celebrations.
- Review of the Event Schedule 5.28.2025 and Event Layout 5.28
- Proposal to print and use the Final McNab Landowner Map 1999 for display
- Review and potential approval of the Bicentenary Poster
- Recommendation to print a metal monument plaque commemorating settlers and original inhabitants (1825-2025)
- Report on meeting with Pikwakanagan members regarding welcome greetings and presentations
Regular Council Meeting
The Council will discuss the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Kippen Road and review staff reports regarding Bill 5. Other agenda items include a request to waive a facility fee for L'Arche Arnprior and the establishment of a Municipal Library Use Committee.
- Contract No. PW-2025-03 for the Reconstruction/Rehabilitation of Kippen Road
- L'Arche Arnprior request to waive facility fee
- Staff reports on Bill 5: Protecting Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025
- Municipal Library Use Committee discussion
- Bi-Centennial Monument
Bi-Centennial Committee
At its May 14 meeting, the Bi‑Centennial Committee will review reports on a monument sculpture, a petting‑zoo package for the celebration, additional maps for display, and the event schedule. The committee will recommend accepting each report and, where noted, advise the council on proceeding with construction or display. Recommendations include a $3,850 sculpture, a $1,400 petting‑zoo package, and printing large‑scale maps for the bi‑centennial event.
- Monument Sculpture – $3,850 (plus $500 for finished back) recommended for construction
- Mother Hen’s Homestead Package – petting zoo option costing $1,400 + HST
- Additional Maps for Display – recommendation to print large‑scale maps for the event
- Event Schedule – detailed program for the May 12, 2025 bi‑centennial celebration
Committee of the Whole - Development and Property
The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation by Tauney Stinson on beekeeping and the draft comprehensive zoning by‑law. It will also receive a report of the Waste Diversion Sub‑Committee member resignation and the Building Department report for April 2025. Standard agenda items such as adoption of minutes, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and a public questions period are included. No formal decisions are listed in the agenda.
- Tauney Stinson presentation on beekeeping and draft comprehensive zoning by‑law
- Waste Diversion Sub‑Committee member resignation
- Building Department Report – April 2025
- Adoption of minutes from April 22, 2025
- Public questions session
Committee of the Whole - Operations
The Committee of the Whole - Operations is considering a contract award for the reconstruction of Kippen Road. The body will also review the Public Works Department's activity report for April 2025.
- Proposed contract award to McCrea Excavating Ltd. for Kippen Road reconstruction in the amount of $1,646,806.00 plus HST
- Proposed professional services contract for egis Group for contract administration and site inspection with an upset limit of $70,000.00 plus HST
- Public Works Department Activity Report for April 2025
Committee of the Whole - Corporate Services
The Committee of the Whole will review financial reports, asset management plans, and a request to waive a facility fee for L'Arche Arnprior. The committee will also discuss a new outdoor learning event at Clay Bank Nature Park.
- Request to waive facility fee for L'Arche Arnprior
- Clay Bank Nature Park for Outdoor Learning - New Event
- County of Renfrew - 2025 Budget Overview
- Farm to Family Day 2025 Final Report
- Recreation Department Activity Report - May 6, 2025
Committee of the Whole - Public Safety
The Committee of the Whole – Public Safety will adopt the minutes from the April 22 meeting, receive the Ontario Provincial Police Q1 Policing Report and the Fire Department Activity Report for April 2025, and hear a verbal report from Councillor Robert Campbell about guardrails on Stewartville Road and Scheel Drive. The meeting will also include a public‑questions segment.
- Ontario Provincial Police – Q1 Policing Report
- Fire Department Activity Report – April 2025
- Verbal report: Guardrails Stewartville Road & Scheel Drive (Councillor Robert Campbell)
- Adoption of minutes from COTW – Public Safety (April 22, 2025)
- Public questions from residents
Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss several new by-laws regarding workplace accessibility, vacation policies, and staff pay. The meeting also includes reviews of equipment purchases and canteen lease awards for MCP and Burnstown Beach.
- By-Law #2025-44 regarding Fees and Charges
- By-Law #2025-45 regarding 2025 Remuneration for Township Staff
- Canteen lease awards for MCP and Burnstown Beach
- RFP for a Tandem Axle Plow Truck and a 2-Ton Asphalt Hot Mix Transporter
- RFP for a used Half Ton Crew Cab for the Recreation Department
Bi-Centennial Committee
The Bi-Centennial Committee is meeting to coordinate details for the June 28, 2025, commemoration event. The body will review reports on monument placement, event posters, and guest attendance.
- Confirmation of attendance by a representative from the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation
- Proposal to unveil the Bi-Centennial Monument at the Municipal Office Complex before moving it to Waba Museum
- Review of the McNab/Braeside Discovery Points Map
- Discussion on creating a Bi-Centennial poster based on a 1925 Centennial style
Public Meeting Under the Planning Act
The Township of McNab/Braeside will present the draft comprehensive zoning by-law to Council and the public. The meeting includes a presentation of the draft text and map schedules and allows oral comments before a council vote. If adopted, the 2010 Zoning By-law will be repealed and replaced. The agenda also references the earlier open house held on April 22, 2025.
- Presentation of the draft comprehensive zoning by-law and map schedules (Maps 1‑11)
- Discussion of key zoning changes: removal of Residential One (R1) zone, replacement of Hamlet Commercial (HAC) with General Commercial (GC), addition of new mineral aggregate zones (MP, MP‑R, MQ, MQ‑R)
- Open house on April 22, 2025 at Murray Yantha Community Centre, 2473 Russett Drive
- Public meeting on April 29, 2025 at Council Chambers, 2473 Russett Drive
- Opportunity for oral public comments before Council decides on the by-law
Committee of the Whole - Development and Property
The Committee of the Whole will review waste management levy rates for 2025 and consider zoning changes for properties on Mountainview Road and Burnstown Road. The agenda also includes reports on planning applications and the Waste Diversion Sub-Committee.
- Review 2025 Waste Management Levy rates (Residential: $220, Cottage: $165, Commercial: $410)
- Consider zoning change request for 342 Mountainview Road
- Review planning application status report for 111 Burnstown Road
- Discuss Waste Diversion Sub-Committee amended draft Terms of Reference
- Review Minor Variance applications A1/25 and A-2/25
Committee of the Whole - Public Safety
The Committee of the Whole – Public Safety will consider the Fire Master Plan and related assessments, including staffing, equipment, and by‑law updates. It will accept the Fire Department Activity Report for January‑March 2025 and discuss surplus equipment, a cost‑recovery program with Fire Marque, and an update to the Municipal Forest Fire Agreement By‑Law. Recommendations include hiring a full‑time deputy chief, replacing two 1996 fire pumpers, installing a new radio system, and preparing a report on replacing Station 1 – Glasgow.
- Approval of the Fire Department Activity Report for Jan‑Mar 2025
- Discussion of surplus fire equipment
- Cost‑recovery program agreement with Fire Marque
- Update to the Municipal Forest Fire Agreement By‑Law
- Fire Master Plan recommendations: hire deputy chief, replace 1996 Spartan and Top‑kick pumpers, install new radio system, and assess replacement of Station 1 – Glasgow
Committee of the Whole - Operations
The Committee will recommend that Council approve the purchase of a 2‑ton hot‑mix asphalt transporter for $51,895 and award a $387,390 contract for a new tandem‑axle plow truck. It will also receive a verbal report on potholes and consider two access‑road requests for Flat Rapids Road and Canaan Road. No other reports or motions are listed.
- Award tender PW-2025-05 to Cubex Ltd. for a 2‑ton hot‑mix asphalt transporter – $51,895 plus HST
- Award contract RFP-PW-2025-04 to Freightliner North Bay for a new tandem‑axle plow truck – $387,390 plus HST
- Verbal report on potholes
- New business: Flat Rapids Road request from resident Cory Villi
- New business: ELM Enterprises request to use 135 m of road allowance on Canaan Road
Committee of the Whole - Corporate Services
The Committee of the Whole will receive and accept reports on the Canada Summer Jobs 2025 grant ($4,472) and the Celebrate Canada funding ($4,230). It will also hear the Farm to Family Day report for the May 30 event at the John A. Gillies Recreation Centre, and discuss draft policies on workplace accessibility and vacation, plus a tender for a recreation department half‑ton crew cab.
- Canada Summer Jobs 2025 Grant Contribution – $4,472 revenue
- Celebrate Canada Funding Contribution 2025 – $4,230 revenue
- Farm to Family Day Report – event at John A. Gillies Recreation Centre on May 30
- Draft Accessibility in the Workplace Policy (discussion report)
- Tender Process – Recreation Dept. Half Ton Crew Cab
Waste Diversion Sub-Committee
The Waste Diversion Sub‑Committee will receive information on sustainable waste strategies from the Cities of Barrie and Greater Sudbury. It will also continue discussion of the Net Zero Consultant report on the township landfill. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational and for unfinished business.
- City of Barrie – Sustainable Waste Management Strategy (information item)
- City of Greater Sudbury – Sustainable Waste Strategy (information item)
- Net Zero Consultant – Landfill & Landfill Overview Summary (unfinished business)
- Adoption of agenda dated April 16, 2025 (procedural)
- Adoption of committee minutes from March 19, 2025 (procedural)
Public Meeting Under the Planning Act (Caletti)
The Township of McNab/Braeside will hold a public meeting to discuss a proposed zoning by-law amendment that would rezone two properties at 7 & 11 Bishop Road from Rural-Exception Twenty (RU-E20) to Rural (RU). The change is intended to allow for the replacement of a septic system on an adjacent property.
- Public meeting regarding zoning by-law amendment for 7 & 11 Bishop Road
- Proposed rezoning from Rural-Exception Twenty (RU-E20) to Rural (RU)
- Concurrent application for deeming by-law to merge three properties
- Application by Peter & Christine Caletti
- Meeting to be held at Council Chambers on April 15, 2025
Regular Council Meeting
The council will consider and vote on several by‑laws, including the 2025 tax‑rate by‑law and the 2025 garbage levy by‑law. It will also receive updates on the Kippen Road reconstruction tender, the start of Highway 417 construction, and a homesteading fee update. Additional items include a grant update for court security and prisoner transportation and various reports from committees and departments.
- By‑Law #2025-35 – 2025 Tax Rates
- By‑Law #2025-36 – 2025 Garbage Levy By‑Law
- Kippen Road Reconstruction/Rehabilitation – Issue for Tender
- Highway 417 – Start of Construction Notification
- Homesteading Fee Update
Public Meeting Under the Planning Act (Chicquen)
The Township of McNab/Braeside is holding a public meeting to discuss a proposed zoning amendment for a 2.6 hectare severed lot. The amendment would allow an existing accessory shed and geo-dome to remain on the property before a main permitted use is established.
- Proposed rezoning of 2030 Burnstown Road from Rural (RU) to Rural-Exception Forty-Nine (RU-E49)
- Application by Carly Chicquen and Carolyn Philips to permit an accessory shed and geo-dome prior to a main use
- Zoning amendment required as a condition of consent application B151/24
Special Council Meeting
The township council will appoint a new council member to fill a vacant seat. The meeting includes the mayor’s introduction of the appointee, administration of the oath of allegiance, and adoption of a confirmatory by‑law for the meeting proceedings.
- Appoint new council member (Jill Campbell) to vacant seat
- Mayor’s introduction of new councillor
- Administration of oath of allegiance for new council member
- Confirmatory By‑Law #2025-34 confirming meeting proceedings
Special Council Meeting
The Township of McNab/Braeside is holding a closed special council meeting on April 2, 2025. No public items, delegations, or bylaws are on the agenda. The only action is the adoption of a confirmatory by‑law to record the meeting proceedings.
- Adopt By‑Law #2025‑33 to confirm the proceedings of the special council meeting
Regular Council Meeting
The regular council meeting will adopt the agenda, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive a series of information items and motions. Unfinished business includes a pay equity review and a resignation from the Renfrew OPP board. New business items include the AMBUSC 2025 Agreement, a vacation payout, budget engagement suggestions, a draft procedural by‑law, and two new by‑laws on purchasing policy and fees. No planning matters or delegations are scheduled.
- AMBUSC 2025 Agreement (item 12.1)
- Vacation Payout (item 12.2)
- Budget Engagement Suggestions (item 12.3)
- Draft Procedural By‑Law (item 12.4)
- By‑Law #2025-30 Purchasing Local, Staying Canadian Policy (item 14.1)
Bi-Centennial Committee
The Bi-Centennial Committee is meeting to discuss planning for the township's 200th anniversary. The body is reviewing an updated event schedule, a committee workbook, and potential petting zoo packages for the celebration.
- Proposed printing of a 34" x 22" Larger Format Journey Map
- Review of Event Schedule 03.27.25 featuring a free BBQ and Strawberry Social
- Decision on Mother Hen’s Homestead Mobile Petting Farm packages ranging from $250 to $350 plus tax and travel
- Discussion of updated Committee Workbook v.2
- Review of March 18, 2025 meeting minutes
Waste Diversion Sub-Committee
The Waste Diversion Sub‑Committee will vote to appoint a meeting chair and vice‑chair and approve the schedule for upcoming meetings. It will also receive several information items, including the committee Terms of Reference, a meeting protocol report, a Blue Box transition backgrounder, and a landfill overview summary.
- Appointment of Meeting Chair & Vice‑Chair (Item 11.1)
- Approval of meeting dates and times (Item 11.2)
- Distribution of Terms of Reference document (Info Item 9.1)
- Distribution of Meeting Protocol report (Info Item 9.2)
- Distribution of Blue Box Transition Backgrounder – Version 2 (Info Item 9.3)
Special Council Meeting
The Township of McNab/Braeside council will jointly review the draft comprehensive zoning by‑law and its associated map schedules. The review will consider the key textual and mapping changes outlined in the draft, including zone name updates and new mineral aggregate zones. After council feedback, a final draft will be prepared for public circulation before adoption.
- Review of draft zoning by‑law text (definitions, general provisions, zone updates)
- Review of draft zoning map schedules (West Map, East Map, Braeside, Burnstown, etc.)
- Removal of Residential One (R1) zone and conversion to Rural Residential (RR)
- Replacement of Hamlet Commercial (HAC) zone with General Commercial (GC) zone
- Expansion of Extractive Industrial zones to new Mineral Aggregate Pit (MP), MP‑Reserve (MP‑R), Quarry (MQ) and Quarry‑Reserve (MQ‑R) zones
Regular Council Meeting
The regular council meeting will review several new business items, including a request for funds to purchase a CT scanner for the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation and a purchase of submersible pumps for emergency management. The council will also consider a waiver of the rental fee for a McNab Public School fundraiser and adopt amendments to the Flag Etiquette and Proclamation Policy. Several by‑laws will be adopted, such as the Deeming By‑Law for lots on Bishop Road and a Minor Ball Sponsorship Policy.
- 2025 Request for Funds – Arnprior Regional Health Foundation – CT Scanner
- Emergency Management Report – Purchase of Submersible Pumps
- Request to waive the rental fee – McNab Public School fundraiser
- By‑Law #2025-25 Deeming By‑Law Plan 217 – Lots 27‑29 Bishop Road
- By‑Law #2025-26 Minor Ball Sponsorship Policy
Bi-Centennial Committee
The Bi‑Centennial Committee will review updates for the 2025 celebrations, including reports on a colouring contest, the Settlers Voyage Map, live music performances, children's games, and insurance for horse‑and‑buggy rides. It will adopt the email invitation to Chief Sarazin for the June 28, 2025 event and approve a $500 donation to the SALC from the live‑music budget. The meeting also includes a Settler Locations memo and a walk‑in time request from Jim Austin.
- $500 donation to SALC from live music event budget (Live Music Performances)
- Email invitation to Chief Sarazin for June 28, 2025 bi‑centennial event
- Acceptance of Settlers Voyage Map as information (New Business)
- Acceptance of Colouring Contest options and request for further image recommendations
- Acceptance of Insurance – Horse and Buggy Rides report; committee to inquire about interest
Regular Council Meeting
The March 4 regular council meeting will review a public notice from Arnprior on a zoning amendment, adopt reports on cash in lieu, by‑law services, and waste‑diversion appointments, and discuss unfinished business such as committee dissolution and policy implementations. New business includes a rental‑fee request for the Men’s Shed, a purchase of a new fire‑department stock pumper, an integrity‑commissioner report, and a fee‑reduction request from Cameron Woods homeowners.
- Fire Department – New Stock Pumper
- Men's Shed Rental Fee Request
- Draft County of Renfrew CSZ Policy
- Minor Ball Sponsorship Policy
- Implementation of "Buy Canadian" Policy
Bi-Centennial Committee
The Bi-Centennial Committee is meeting to review reports on event logistics, including a horse and buggy insurance agreement, a coloring contest, and live music performances. The committee will also discuss updates to children's games and the Settlers Voyage Map.
- Live Music Performances: $1,380 + HST for three bands
- Colouring Contest: Up to $50 prize
- Insurance - Horse and Buggy Rides: Agreement required with liability insurance
- Children's Games: Replaced marbles with a fishing game
- Settlers Voyage Map: Presented for information
Special Council Meeting - Swearing of Oaths
The McNab/Braeside Township Council will hold a special meeting to swear in members, hear the new mayor's address, and adopt a confirmatory by‑law. The by‑law will officially record the March 4, 2025 inaugural meeting. The meeting is procedural and includes standard disclosures and an adjournment.
- Members Oath of Office
- Mayor Lori Hoddinott's address
- Confirmatory By‑Law #2025-22 to confirm the inaugural meeting proceedings
- Disclosure of pecuniary interest
- Adjournment
Special Council Meeting
This is a special meeting primarily consisting of a closed session. Council will meet for the purpose of educating or training regarding the Asset Management Plan.
- Closed meeting session for Asset Management Plan training under Section 239(3.1) of the Municipal Act
- By-Law #2025-21 to confirm proceedings of the March 3, 2025 meeting
Special Council Meeting
Council is meeting to formally accept the resignation of Mayor Mark MacKenzie and declare the mayoral seat vacant. The body will discuss options for filling the vacancy, including a by-election or an appointment process.
- Resignation of Mayor Mark MacKenzie effective February 28, 2025
- Option to hold a by-election with an estimated cost of $24,000
- Option to appoint a candidate from the 2022 municipal election
- Option to fill the vacancy via a call for applications and interviews
- Option for direct appointment of an eligible individual by Council
Waste Diversion Sub-Committee - NO QUORUM
The Waste Diversion Sub‑Committee meeting on February 19, 2025 was cancelled because no quorum was present. No agenda items were discussed, adopted, or decided. The agenda listed standard procedural items but no actions were taken.