Temiskaming Shores public meetings in 2025
19 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Meeting
Council will vote on the 2026 municipal budget and a borrowing by-law. A delegation from Extendicare will present plans to secure a site for a new long-term care home. Several by-laws for contract extensions and land-use agreements are up for final reading.
- Adoption of 2026 Municipal Budget (By-law 2025-144)
- Borrowing by-law to meet 2026 expenditures (By-law 2025-147)
- Land Use Agreement with Temiskaming Native Women's Support Group for Mill Creek area (By-law 2025-146)
- Extension of recycling depot agreement with Circular Materials Ontario to 2028 (By-law 2025-135)
- OPP billing adjustments to maintain approved tax rate (Memo 043-2025-CS)
Special City Council Meeting
City council will consider final approval of the 2026 municipal operating and capital budgets. The operating budget includes a proposed 3.5% increase to the municipal tax levy (with options of 3%, 3.5%, or 4%), a 4% increase to water/wastewater rates, and a $10 increase to the solid waste fee levy. The capital budget totals $6.34 million for general projects and $6.77 million for environmental projects. Council will also convene a closed session for labour negotiations and a personal matter.
- Presentation No. 2 – Final 2026 Municipal Operating and Capital Budget
- 2026 Operating Budget approval includes tax levy increase (proposed 3.5%), 4% water/wastewater rate increase, and $10 solid waste fee increase
- 2026 General Capital Budget: $6,338,921 across departments including Public Works ($2.66M) and Property Maintenance ($1.98M)
- 2026 Environmental Capital Budget: $6,770,000 for sewer and water projects
- Closed session under Municipal Act: labour relations for management/non-union staff agreement and New Liskeard BIA board vacancy
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will acknowledge several administrative reports and direct staff to prepare by‑law amendments. Key actions include approving a $1,200 per month payment to Circular Materials Ontario for the recycling depot, extending an excavator rental agreement for 2026, amending the water and wastewater financial plan to 2031, and moving forward with grant applications for electric‑vehicle chargers and recreation upgrades. The council will also consider appointing a new Community Emergency Management Coordinator.
- Approve $1,200 per month payment to Circular Materials Ontario for recycling depot operations (three‑year extension, 2026‑2028)
- Extend excavator rental (including operator) for water and sanitary repairs to Jan 1 2026‑Dec 31 2026 at $168/$210 per hour rates
- Amend By‑law to update the Water and Wastewater Financial Plan, adding a forecast year through 2031
- Approve grant applications to the EV ChargeOn 2025‑2026 program and the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Community Enhancement Fund
- Direct staff to prepare by‑law appointing Logan Belanger as Community Emergency Management Coordinator and alternates
Special Committee of the Whole
This special meeting receives Draft No. 1 of the 2026 Municipal Operating and Capital Budget. Council will acknowledge the presentation; no approval or decisions are made. The meeting also includes procedural items such as agenda approval and a special meeting declaration.
- Presentation of Draft No. 1 - 2026 Municipal Operating and Capital Budget (attached PDF)
City Council Meeting
The Temiskaming Shores City Council will approve the meeting agenda and adopt prior council minutes. It will hear a presentation on the Municipal Green Fleet Strategy and consider several correspondence items. A key decision is the $639,000 contract with Designed Roofing Inc. to replace the roof of the Don Shepherdson Memorial Arena.
- Contract with Designed Roofing Inc. for $639,000 (plus taxes) to replace the roof of the Don Shepherdson Memorial Arena
- Presentation on the Municipal Green Fleet Strategy by Shervin Bakhtiari, Manager, Fleet Decarbonization Planning, WSP Canada Inc.
- Resolution supporting Northern College and a letter to the Ontario government advocating for post‑secondary funding
- Motion requesting the Ontario government reverse its ban on Safe Speed Cameras
- Resolution supporting the Elect Respect pledge to promote respectful democratic discourse
Committee of the Whole
The committee will hold a public hearing for a zoning by-law amendment to allow a 551.9 sq m addition at 883336 Highway 65. Key items include proposed approval of a $9,737,880 tender for the McKelvie St./Baker Ave. infrastructure extension, a development agreement with FPT Holdings for up to $2,737,937, extending transit service agreements for two years, and amending tipping fees. Also discussed are a contribution agreement for a pump track in New Liskeard and a draft plan of subdivision for FPT Holdings Phase 2.
- Public hearing for ZBA-2025-10: site-specific amendment for 551.9 sq m addition at 883336 Highway 65
- Proposed $9,737,880 tender award to Pedersen Construction for McKelvie St./Baker Ave. Infrastructure Extension Project
- Proposed development agreement with FPT Holdings Inc. for up to $2,737,937 contribution to infrastructure project
- Direction to extend transit service and fleet lease agreements with Voyago for two years, and facility lease at 41 Golding Street at $54,000/year
- Proposed by-law to amend tipping fee schedule for New Liskeard Landfill Site
City Council Meeting
Council will hear a delegation from Thordon Bearings on a hydro-turbine feasibility study at Pete's Dam. It will consider a resolution supporting a moratorium on aerial glyphosate spraying in the Timiskaming Forest. Other business includes by-laws to authorize the sale of land in Dymond Industrial Park for $216,000 and a $26,367 contract with Intelivote for internet/telephone voting in the 2026 election.
- Sale of three parcels in Dymond Industrial Park to the Province of Ontario for $216,000 plus taxes
- Contract with Intelivote Systems Inc. for internet/telephone voting for the 2026 municipal election at an estimated $26,367.25
- Zoning amendments on Hawn Drive (M2 to M2-4), Regina Street (R3 to R4-22), and Grant Drive (Highway Commercial to R4-21)
- Notice of motion asking Ontario to reverse its intention to ban safe speed cameras
- Resolution supporting Larder Lake's request for a moratorium on aerial glyphosate spraying in the Timiskaming Forest
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will acknowledge several memoranda and administrative reports, including the winter operations plan for 2025‑2026 and a grant application for youth programming. It will approve the sale of municipally‑owned land on Grant Drive to 1001355167 Ontario Inc. for $225,000 and terminate the lease with Chieftain Dairy Farms Ltd. The council will also direct staff to prepare zoning by‑law amendments for Hawn Drive, Regina Street and Grant Drive for upcoming consideration.
- Sale of Grant Drive land to 1001355167 Ontario Inc. for $225,000 (plus taxes)
- Termination of land lease with Chieftain Dairy Farms Ltd.
- Zoning by‑law amendment on Hawn Drive to permit a bulk fuel establishment and convenience store
- Zoning by‑law amendment on Regina Street to allow up to eight residential units
- Zoning by‑law amendment on Grant Drive to allow up to 32 residential units
City Council Meeting
Council will hold a public meeting on a proposed land disposition to the Temiskaming Native Women's Support Group for traditional gatherings and cultural programming. Council will also consider three resolutions: supporting FONOM's call to address the softwood lumber dispute, urging the province to make the NORDS program permanent, and providing municipal support for the Timiskaming Wind Project (up to 150 MW wind generators). Presentations include a pump track funding request and a proposed battery energy storage system (BESS) project.
- Public meeting for potential land disposition to Temiskaming Native Women's Support Group (Cobalt Avenue, Mill Creek area)
- Resolution to support FONOM's call for action on softwood lumber dispute (34.45% U.S. duty)
- Resolution urging Ontario to make NORDS pilot program permanent and expand eligibility
- Request for municipal support resolution for Timiskaming Wind Project (up to 150 MW, ABO Energy Canada)
- Presentation on proposed Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project by Skyline Energy and Blue Circle Energy
Special City Council Meeting
City Council is holding a special meeting to convene in a closed session. The purpose of the session is to discuss the recruitment of the Director of Community Development.
- Closed session regarding recruitment for Director of Community Development
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and decide on several items. They will hold public hearings for two zoning by-law amendments: ZBA-2025-08 on Grant Drive (District Timiskaming Social Services Administration Board) and ZBA-2025-09 on Regina Street (Rivard Bros Ltd.). They will also consider a referral of the ABO Energy Timiskaming Wind Project for further information, a proposed sale of commercial land on Grant Drive to New Glo Development Inc. for $225,000, and several other administrative reports. The meeting includes a closed session for property disposition and a personal matter.
- Public hearings for ZBA-2025-08 (Grant Drive) and ZBA-2025-09 (Regina Street) zoning by-law amendments.
- ABO Energy Timiskaming Wind Project referred to the CAO for additional information prior to a Municipal Support Resolution.
- Potential sale of 4.48-acre commercial land on Grant Drive to New Glo Development Inc. for $225,000 plus taxes.
- Amendment to agreement with Automotive Materials Stewardship Inc. for household hazardous waste collection funding.
- Proposed by-law amendments to establish and regulate off-leash dog areas in the city.
City Council Meeting
City Council will hold public meetings on two zoning by‑law amendment applications, including a proposal to rezone 58 Market Street from General Industrial (M1) to High‑Density Residential (R4) for up to eight units. The council will also consider a rezoning of two parcels on Hawn Drive (437013 and 437007) to allow bulk sales and a convenience store. In addition, the council will adopt several by‑laws covering off‑leash animal areas, an updated position reference, municipal insurance premium payment, a new investment policy, and an agency agreement for the ONE Investment program, and will consider resolutions supporting veteran income‑support thresholds and highway‑safety legislation.
- Zoning By‑law Amendment Application No. ZBA‑2025‑07 – rezone 58 Market Street from M1 to R4, permitting up to eight residential units.
- Zoning By‑law Amendment Application No. ZBA‑2025‑06 – rezone 437013 and 437007 Hawn Drive from M2 to M2 with exception for bulk sales and a C‑store.
- By‑law No. 2025‑084 – amendment to allow off‑leash areas for dogs and cats under the Animal Control by‑law.
- By‑law No. 2025‑087 – adoption of a new Investment Policy, repealing By‑law No. 2008‑150.
- By‑law No. 2025‑086 – authorization of the annual municipal insurance premium payment for the period July 1 2025 to June 30 2026.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing infrastructure updates, including a proposed bridge closure on Firstbrooke Line Road. The body is also discussing grant applications for accessibility and active transportation, as well as various corporate administrative updates.
- Proposed closure of Firstbrooke Line Road Bridge with installation of gravel turnarounds
- Contract Change Order of $11,950 for Dawson Point Road & Peter’s Road engineering services
- Sponsorship of $15,000 for Le Centre culturel ARTEM and $16,000 for Small Pond Entertainers
- Proposed amendments to By-law No. 2023-122 to designate off-leash dog areas at Dymond Outdoor Rink and Murray Daniels Dog Park
- Notice of non-renewal for the Provincial Offences Act Interim Transfer Agreement
City Council Meeting
Council will hold a public meeting on two vacant lots on Seton Street for residential use, receive a presentation on a decarbonization feasibility study, and vote on a resolution opposing Bill 5 (which would weaken environmental protections). Multiple by-laws are up for approval, including agreements for the McKelvie St./Baker Ave. infrastructure extension (funded through the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund), a salt supply contract, a public engagement policy, an organizational structure update, council remuneration, and a zoning amendment at 484 Ferguson Ave.
- Public hearing on potential disposition of two vacant lots (LOT 228, LOT 229) on Seton Street for residential use
- Presentation of Decarbonization Pathway Feasibility Study by Walterfedy
- Resolution opposing Bill 5 (Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act) and urging withdrawal
- By-law authorizing Transfer Payment Agreement for McKelvie St./Baker Ave. Infrastructure Extension Project via HEWSF
- By-law to rezone 484 Ferguson Ave. from General Commercial Haileybury (C1A) to C1A-2
Committee of the Whole
The committee will discuss and recommend approving a new organizational structure and compensation plan for management, non-union staff, and council members. They will also consider adopting internet and telephone voting for the 2026 municipal election, a zoning amendment at 484 Ferguson Avenue to allow a cat kennel, and additional funding for business improvement grants.
- Organizational and Compensation Structure Recommendations (CS-033-2025) including salary ranges and council remuneration of $34,000 for mayor and $17,000 for councillors
- Alternative Voting Methods – endorsing internet and telephone voting for the 2026 Municipal & School Board Election (CS-031-2025)
- Zoning By-law Amendment at 484 Ferguson Avenue to allow a cat kennel up to 176 sq ft (CS-034-2025)
- Additional $25,000 funding to Community Business Improvement Grant program due to high demand (CS-035-2025)
- Supply and delivery of bulk coarse highway salt contract to Compass Minerals Canada Corp. at $141.75 per tonne (PW-019-2025)
Special City Council Meeting
This is a special meeting of City Council with a single substantive agenda item: a closed session under the Municipal Act to discuss labour relations or employee negotiations related to an organizational review. All other items are procedural (land acknowledgement, call to order, agenda approval, adjournment). No public decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Closed session under Section 239(2)(d) of the Municipal Act – Labour relations or employee negotiations – Organizational Review
City Council Meeting
Council will consider authorizing a Transfer Payment Agreement with the province for housing-enabling core servicing for Dawson Point and Peter's Road. Other business includes supporting a salt management resolution, designating the BIA Block Party as a municipally significant event with a noise exemption, and adopting 11 by-laws covering land leases, street closures, and land sales. A closed session is scheduled to discuss labour relations.
- Authorize provincial funding agreement under Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program for Dawson Point and Peter's Road
- Support resolution calling on Ontario to act on road salt pollution, including liability legislation and best management practices
- Designate BIA Block Party on July 25, 2025 as municipally significant event and grant noise exemption until 11 p.m.
- Land lease agreements with Bryan and Jennifer Borecki (484 Ferguson Ave) and Whiskey Jack Beer Company (485 Ferguson Ave) for outdoor patios
- Stop up and close parts of Blackwell and Russell streets, and sell those lands to Tri-Town Secured Storage Inc.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss and decide on a zoning by-law amendment to permit a cat cafe, approve engineering contracts for road and path improvements, consider a $6.48M water infrastructure funding application, and approve multiple land leases and a property sale. Several administrative reports and updates will also be received.
- Public hearing for ZBA-2025-05 to rezone 484 Ferguson Ave from C1A to C1A-2 to permit kennel space for a cat cafe (applicants Bryan and Jennifer Borecki)
- Proposed $68,550 engineering contract with D.M. Wills for intersection improvements at Rorke Ave and Main St, and Main St and Ferguson Ave, plus Active Travel Path along Georgina Ave
- Support for a $6,480,000 funding application to the Health and Safety Water Stream Fund for the New Liskeard Lagoon Aeration/Capacity Project (or $3,561,300 for Montgomery Ave reconstruction if stacking unavailable)
- Lease agreements to be prepared: 484 Ferguson Ave (Borecki), 485 Ferguson Ave (Whiskey Jack Beer Co.), Farr Park Concession Stand (Linda Gagne/Fry Pitt, 3 years), Haileybury Food Bank (10 years at $1/year), and Sno Travellers (5-year renewal)
- Sale of unopened road allowances on Blackwell St and Russell St to Tri-Town Secured Storage Inc. for $6,600 plus costs
City Council Meeting
Council will consider a resolution opposing Ontario's expanded strong mayor powers, support a zoning change at 583381 West Road, award a contract for an EV charger, and approve several by-laws. A presentation on the Temiskaming Wind Farm is scheduled.
- Resolution opposing strong mayor powers expansion (New Business a)
- Zoning by-law amendment for 583381 West Road from R1-H2 to R1-H2-1
- Award of EV charger contract with Bracebridge Generation Ltd for a 120kW DCFC unit
- By-law to rename Dymond Field B to Isaac Walker-Dupont Memorial Ball Field
- Presentation by ABO Energy on Temiskaming Wind Farm development plan