The Archipelago public meetings in 2024
47 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
The Council is reviewing several by-laws including annual borrowing limits and interim tax levies. They are also considering motions to initiate strategic planning frameworks for affordable housing in both the South and North Archipelago areas.
- Motion for South Archipelago strategic planning framework
- Motion for North Archipelago/Pointe au Baril Station strategic planning framework
- 2025 Annual Borrowing By-law
- 2025 Interim Tax By-law
- Committee of Adjustment Council Member Appointment By-law
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is considering a minor variance application for the Tilley property. The owner seeks to increase total lot coverage to allow for the construction of a 66.9 m2 garage.
- Minor variance application A10-24 for 30 North Fork Road to increase maximum lot coverage from 239.5 m2 to 305.1 m2
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several planning and administrative items. Discussions include proposed site alteration and tree preservation bylaws, a zoning amendment for Portincross Estates Limited, and a lease renewal for 11 James Street.
- Site Alteration & Tree Preservation By-law presentation
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z06-24 (Portincross Estates Limited)
- Parry Sound Curling Club's Northern Ontario Heritage Fund application request
- 11 James Street Lease Renewal
Council Meeting
The council will hold a public hearing for a zoning by-law amendment application by Portincross Estates Limited. The agenda also includes a deputation from Parry Sound Rotary, a closed meeting, and recognition of Councillor Rick Zanussi for 30 years of service. The council will consider appointing a Community Fire Safety Officer.
- Public hearing for zoning by-law amendment Z06-24 (Portincross Estates Limited)
- Deputation by Cheryl Ward, Parry Sound Rotary
- Recognition of Councillor Rick Zanussi for 30 years of service
- Appointment of Liam Thompson as Community Fire Safety Officer
- Report on Remembrance Day service at Georgian Cliffs Memorial Park Cemetery
Water Access Task Force
The Water Access Task Force will approve minutes from October 17, 2024, and follow up on a deputation request from Blackstone Lake, including a funding request from the Blackstone Lake Water Access Committee. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
- Approval of October 17, 2024 meeting minutes
- Blackstone Lake Deputation Request Follow-up with attached report and funding request
- Closed and open meeting sessions scheduled
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review the 2025 preliminary budget and the third-quarter financial report, consider creating a Deputy Reeve position, and discuss options for fire suppression and emergency services in North Archipelago. A request for a Rogers communication tower and updates to planning fees and site alteration by-laws are also on the agenda. The committee will move into a closed session for a compensation review and a technology update regarding the security of municipal property.
- 2025 preliminary budget presentation
- Creation of Deputy Reeve position (Resolution 24-188)
- Options for fire suppression and emergency services for North Archipelago
- Proposed Rogers communication tower (C9350) – request for concurrence
- 2024 planning fees proposal
Special Meeting of the CAO Recruitment Committee
This special meeting of the CAO Recruitment Committee is primarily procedural, with the only substantive item being a closed-session update on the CAO recruitment process, involving personal matters about an identifiable individual.
- Closed session under Section 239(2)(b) for CAO Recruitment Update
Special Meeting of the CAO Recruitment Committee
The CAO Recruitment Committee is holding a special meeting to provide an update on the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer. A portion of the meeting will be held in a closed session to discuss personal matters regarding identifiable individuals.
- CAO Recruitment Update
Special Meeting of Council
The Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a project proposal from the Town of Parry Sound. This specific item will be addressed during a closed session to discuss negotiation instructions.
- Closed meeting regarding Town of Parry Sound Project Proposal negotiations
Council Meeting
The Township of The Archipelago Council met on October 18, 2024, to approve the agenda and minutes from previous meetings. The body received correspondence and reports from various committees and task forces, including the Georgian Cliffs Memorial Park Cemetery Advisory Committee. Council also supported a funding application for a Seniors Active Living Centre Program.
- Approval of September 20th Council and Committee of the Whole minutes
- Deputations from Belvedere Heights Board of Management and Skerryvore Ratepayers
- Council receives Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative update
- Council supports $1,000-$2,000 in-kind support for Seniors Active Living Centre
- Committee of Adjustment to consider two applications at 1:00 p.m.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to review two applications for minor variances regarding property development. The body will decide whether to grant relief from zoning by-laws for a marine utility building and a dock construction.
- Application A08-24: Request to replace a 46 m2 dwelling with a 37 m2 marine utility building and deck at 340 Georgian Bay Water
- Application A09-24: Request for a dock variance at 1 A698 Island to allow a 73.67 m2 area and 8.9 m inland extension
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review planning updates, including a zoning by-law amendment and tree preservation updates. The body will also discuss administrative matters such as CAO recruitment and the creation of a Deputy Reeve position. Public works items include plowing agreements and road speed data.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z05-24 (Boersma)
- Plowing Agreement for Seguin Blackstone Crane Lake Rd
- Bayfield Hwy 529A Plowing Agreement
- Site Alteration / Tree Preservation By-law Update
- Proposal to create the Deputy Reeve position
Planning Board
The Archipelago Area Planning Board will authorize the Chair and Secretary-Treasurer to sign an agreement with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to receive $17,355 in funding. The board also adopted a proposed Tariff of Fees for processing planning applications. Two consent applications for water access lots on Harris Lake and Pearce's Island are on the agenda.
- Authorize signing Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement for $17,355
- Adopt Proposed Tariff of Fees
- Consent Application B06-24: Create new water access lot on Harris Lake
- Consent Application B07-24: Transfer lot addition to property at 33 B320 Island
- Approval of September 19, 2024, meeting minutes
Water Access Task Force
The Water Access Task Force will first approve its agenda and the minutes from its May 23, 2024 meeting. It will then hear a deputation from Erik Mathieson, June Kingston and Cheryl Ward of the Blackstone Lake Association Water Access Sub‑Committee, which includes a request for funding. The council may discuss the request during the meeting.
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of May 23, 2024 meeting minutes
- Presentation of Blackstone Lake Association water access funding request
- Other business
- Adjournment
Georgian Cliffs Cemetery Advisory Committee
The Georgian Cliffs Memorial Park Cemetery Advisory Committee will first approve its agenda, then disclose any pecuniary interests. It will vote to approve the minutes from the July 31, 2024 meeting. The committee will also receive updates on cemetery maintenance and discuss upcoming events such as National Indigenous Veterans Day (Nov 8) and the Pointe au Baril Remembrance Day ceremony (Nov 11). The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next session.
- Approval of the October 9 agenda
- Approval of July 31, 2024 meeting minutes
- Cemetery maintenance update
- Discussion of National Indigenous Veterans Day event (Nov 8, 2024)
- Discussion of Pointe au Baril Remembrance Day ceremony (Nov 11, 2024)
Council Meeting
The Archipelago Council will meet to approve the agenda, hear from the OPP and community groups, and vote on by-laws including road closures and a new Deputy Reeve role. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a zoning by-law amendment.
- Public Meeting: Zoning By-law Amendment No. Z05-24 at 100 Boundary Lake Road
- By-law to designate site plan control areas for Pepper (Island A481)
- By-law to close and sell shore road allowance for Rego (Shawanaga Inlet)
- By-law to close and sell shore road allowance for Hurley/Vanderbrug (Georgian Bay)
- By-law to appoint Jacob Fleer as Building Inspector
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear a minor variance application regarding a residential deck. The body will determine if the applicant may exceed the standard height limit for decks attached to a main dwelling.
- Minor Variance Application No. A07-24 for 190 Georgian Bay Water to allow a deck height of 3.3 metres (10.8 ft) above final grade
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review a request for a flashing traffic light at the Highway 69 and Woods Rd intersection. It will also consider a resolution asking the province to reabsorb the cost of the Ontario Provincial Police Force, and several finance and public‑works items including the Pointe au Baril septic capital budget award. Additional agenda items cover a CAO update, a draft resolution to modernize the Municipal Elections Act, and updates on planning, environment and operational services.
- Request for flashing light at the intersection of Highway 69 and Woods Rd
- Resolution requesting the Province to reabsorb the cost of the Ontario Provincial Police Force
- Pointe au Baril Septic Capital Budget and Award
- CAO Update September 2024 with West Parry Sound Economic Development Collaborative Action Plan
- Draft resolution to support modernizing the Municipal Elections Act for the 21st Century
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 16, 2024, was discontinued. The agenda included a minor variance application for a deck at 1670 Georgian Bay Water, The Archipelago.
- Discontinued hearing for ARDIEL - Minor Variance Application No. A06-24
- Hearing for deck variance at 1670 Georgian Bay Water, The Archipelago
- Approval of minutes from Committee of Adjustment hearing held on July 19, 2024
Council Meeting
The Council approved Noise Control By‑law exemption applications for 17 Georgian Bay Water (Aug 24, 2024, 8 p.m.–12 a.m.) and 5 Tamarack Drive (Aug 17, 2024, 6 p.m.–11 p.m.). It also received the August 2024 CAO Report on Council Directions and appointed a Deputy Chief Building Official. Minutes from the July 19 and July 18 meetings were approved.
- Approve Noise Control By‑law exemption for 17 Georgian Bay Water (Aug 24, 2024, 8 p.m.–12 a.m.)
- Approve Noise Control By‑law exemption for 5 Tamarack Drive (Aug 17, 2024, 6 p.m.–11 p.m.)
- Appoint Deputy Chief Building Official – Thomas Lemoine
- Receive August 2024 CAO Report on Council Directions
- Approve minutes of July 19 and July 18 council meetings
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a zoning by-law amendment to remove a holding provision and review a community climate action plan. The meeting also includes updates on regional housing, economic development, and a recreation center.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Application Z05-23 (Bremner) to remove Holding (H) provision
- ICEAP Community Climate Action Plan presentation by Georgian Bay Mnidoo Gamii Biosphere
- Township logo and brand integrity implementation plan by Banko Creative Studio
- Indigenous Relations training session in closed meeting
- July 2024 Building Permit Summary
Council Meeting
The Township of The Archipelago Council will approve minutes from previous meetings and authorize the Reeve and Clerk to sign an agreement with the Association of Municipalities regarding the Canada Community-Building Fund. The meeting includes a public deputation regarding a Crown Land Road Work Permit and a closed session on governance training.
- Approval of Special Meeting minutes (June 19, 2024)
- Approval of Committee of the Whole minutes (June 20, 2024)
- Approval of Regular Meeting minutes (June 21, 2024)
- Deputation: Adam Schell and Laurie Timms on Crown Land Road Work Permit
- By-law to authorize CCBF agreement with Association of Municipalities
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will meet to approve minutes from June 2024 and hear a request for a minor variance to build a larger detached deck. The body will also appoint a Secretary-Treasurer.
- Approval of June 21, 2024, meeting minutes
- Hearing of Mackenzie Minor Variance Application A03-24
- Appointment of Steve Wark as Secretary-Treasurer
- Request to construct 155.9 m² detached deck on 7 A49 Island
- Discontinuation of the hearing at a specific time
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment will hold a hearing on a minor variance application for 1650 Highway 69 in Pointe au Baril. The applicant seeks permission to operate a restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating in a Community Facility (CF) zone. The agenda also lists routine procedural steps, including agenda approval and the adoption of May meeting minutes.
- Minor Variance Application No. A04-24 for 1650 Highway 69, Pointe au Baril
- Request to permit a restaurant use in a Community Facility (CF) zone
- Approval of the May 24, 2024, Committee of Adjustment minutes
- Adoption of the June 21, 2024, meeting agenda
Council Meeting
The Council will discuss a partnership with the Georgian Bay Land Trust to establish a migratory corridor through conservation easements. The agenda also includes a public meeting for a zoning by-law amendment at 3 A481 Island and several special occasion permit declarations.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z02-24 (Pepper) at 3 A481 Island
- Georgian Bay Land Trust (GBLT) Corridor Project partnership
- Healey Lake Regatta Special Occasion Permit at Lakeshore Marina & Chalets
- Arts on the Bay Dinner Show Special Occasion Permit
Committee of the Whole
The Committee will review several administrative items including financial statements, branding proposals, and community grants. Discussion topics also include zoning amendments, septic design, waste agreements, and cemetery land updates.
- 2023 Financial Statements presentation by KPMG LLP
- Township of The Archipelago Logo and Brand Integrity Proposal
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z01-24 recommendation report
- Pointe Au Baril Septic Design recommendation report
- MacFarlane TOPS Waste Agreement recommendation report
Special Meeting of Council
The Council will hold a special meeting to receive a communications training session from Banko Creative Studios. This item is scheduled to take place during a closed meeting.
- Communications training session by Banko Creative Studios
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is considering a minor variance application for the Ferguson property. The request seeks to increase the ground floor area of a legal non-complying boathouse and allow an existing storage shed to maintain its current side yard encroachment.
- Minor Variance Application A02-24: 6.6 m² (71 ft²) increase to boathouse ground floor area
- Minor Variance Application A02-24: Side yard setback relief for an existing 8.9 m² storage shed
Council Meeting
The Council will consider an endorsement for adding 24 long-term care beds at 21 Belvedere Ave. A public meeting is scheduled to discuss Zoning By-law Amendment Z01-24 for a property on Ugo Igo Island.
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z01-24 (Price) at 1 A385 Island (Ugo Igo Island)
- Endorsement of 24 additional long-term care beds at 21 Belvedere Ave.
- Deputation regarding The Corridor Project by Bill Lougheed, Georgian Bay Land Trust
- Committee of Adjustment meeting at 1:00 p.m.
Planning Board
The Planning Board is reviewing a consent application for Smith at 2 A258 Island. The proposal involves dividing the land into one new residential water access lot and one retained lot.
- Consent Application B01-24: creation of one 2.5 hectare (6.17 acre) water access lot on Richards Island
Water Access Task Force
The Water Access Task Force will review previous meeting minutes and discuss a Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Association article regarding marina reductions. The task force will also enter a closed meeting to discuss proposed or pending land acquisitions.
- Review of February 23, 2024, meeting minutes
- Discussion of FOCA article on reduction of marinas across Ontario
- Closed meeting regarding land acquisition
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review several planning and financial items. Discussions include site alteration and tree preservation draft by-laws, a shore road allowance report, and the purchase of cemetery lands.
- Shore Road Allowance Amended Recommendation Report - Ferkul
- Site Alteration and Tree Preservation Draft By-laws Update
- Purchase of Cemetery Lands (Georgian Cliffs Memorial Park Cemetery)
- Connectivity – Use of Municipal Lands report
- The Ojibway Club property tax forgiveness request
Special Meeting of Council
The Council will meet in a closed session to receive Nibwaakaawin Indigenous Engagement training. The session is led by John Beaucage and Devan Sommerville from Counsel Public Affairs Inc.
- Council Training Session - Nibwaakaawin Indigenous Engagement Training
Council Meeting
The Archipelago Council will vote on by-laws to formally adopt the 2024 municipal budget, establish capping parameters for commercial and industrial classes, and set final tax rates and ratios. These decisions determine annual funding for local services and resident property tax bills. The agenda also includes public deputations regarding a proposed TC Energy pumped storage plant, regional natural asset management planning, and a lease request for 1650 Hwy 69 (PAB Chamber Building). Council will receive the Chief Administrative Officer’s monthly report and authorize one councillor to attend an advocacy event in Ottawa on May 6.
- Adoption of the 2024 municipal budget by-law
- Setting and levying the 2024 tax rates and ratios for municipal purposes
- Establishing capping parameters for commercial and industrial property classes
- Public deputation on a TC Energy pumped storage plant proposal for Georgian Bay
- Consideration of a lease request for 1650 Hwy 69 (PAB Chamber Building)
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is considering a minor variance application for the Fox property. The owner seeks to reconstruct a boathouse that exceeds current floor area and lot coverage limits.
- Minor variance for boathouse floor area at 1860 Georgian Bay Water
- Request to increase boathouse floor area by 15.6 m² (167.9 ft²)
- Request to increase total lot coverage to 431.4 m² (4643.6 ft²)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review the draft 2024 budget and various department project lists. Discussions include a request for emergency response services in Ward 6 and potential attainable housing solutions. The committee will also consider updates on building permits and operational services.
- Draft 2024 Budget
- Request for emergency response services for Ward 6 residents
- Council communications training proposal from Banko Creative Studio
- Draft Planning Authority Delegation By-law
- Attainable housing study by Greenland Consulting Engineers
Council Meeting
The Council will hear presentations regarding the Ontario Pumped Storage Project and site alteration by-laws. Members will also consider adopting recommendations from an organizational excellence report. The agenda includes a resolution supporting provincial funding for municipal equipment training.
- Deputation from TC Energy regarding the Ontario Pumped Storage Project
- Presentation on Site Alteration and Tree Preservation By-law
- Adoption of recommendations from the 'Achieving Organizational Excellence' report
- Resolution supporting provincial funding for a Municipal Equipment Operator Course
- By-law to close and sell part of a shore road allowance in Concession 9
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several administrative and operational items. Discussions include draft budget highlights, a fire protection agreement with the Town of Parry Sound, and various fee updates for local facilities.
- Fire Protection Services Agreement with the Town of Parry Sound
- 2024 Draft Budget Highlights
- Zoning By-law Amendment Z01-24 (Price)
- Holiday Cove Marina 2024 Fees
- Pointe Au Baril Community Centre Usage, Fees, and Hours
Council Meeting
The Council will review several by-laws regarding indemnification agreements for Blacksky Trail lots and a deeming by-law for Healey Lake Water. Additionally, staff is authorized to apply for the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant.
- Deputation regarding seasonal road maintenance around Kapikog Lake
- Application for the Community Emergency Preparedness Grant
- Indemnification Agreement - Blacksky Trail, Lot 7 (Brown)
- Indemnification Agreement - Blacksky Trail, Lot 8 (Evans, Dickinson, Weldon)
- Indemnification Agreement - Blacksky Trail, Lot 9 (Weldon)
Water Access Task Force
The task force will review minutes from the January 18, 2024, meeting. The agenda also includes a scheduled closed meeting to address a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land.
- Approval of January 18, 2024, meeting minutes
- Closed session regarding potential land acquisition or disposition
Planning Board
The Archipelago Area Planning Board will review the 2022 draft financial statements submitted by KPMG LLP. The meeting also includes procedural items such as approving the agenda and minutes from November 16, 2023. No specific zoning or subdivision applications are listed in this agenda.
- Receipt of 2022 Draft Financial Statements from KPMG LLP
- Adoption of November 16, 2023 meeting minutes
Committee of the Whole
The Committee will discuss the 2024 Draft Capital Budget and the 2023 Council Remuneration and Expenses. The meeting also includes an organizational review and updates on public works, such as a dock replacement at Holiday Cove Marina.
- Review of the 2024 Draft Capital Budget
- Recommendation for Holiday Cove Marina Single Dock Replacement
- Organizational Review report from Linton Consulting Services Inc.
- FoodCycler Report and future plans
- Asset Management Plan presentation
Georgian Cliffs Cemetery Advisory Committee
The committee is reviewing the draft 2024 budget for recommendation to Council. Discussion items also include a community core development plan and an update on a governance document.
- Draft 2024 Budget recommendation to Council
- Pointe au Baril Community Core Development Plan discussion
- 2023 Remembrance Day Ceremonies update
- 2023 usage data and purchases review
- Draft Sacred Fire Governance Document update
Council Meeting
Council will review funding requests from Georgian Bay Forever and the West Parry Sound District Museum. The agenda also includes a winter maintenance agreement with Seguin Township and by-laws regarding shore road allowances on Healey Lake.
- Winter maintenance agreement for Blackstone Crane Lake Road with Seguin Township
- Funding request from Georgian Bay Forever for Phragmites management
- 2024 funding request from West Parry Sound District Museum
- By-law to close and sell part of a shore road allowance on Healey Lake
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss requests for provincial support regarding sewer infrastructure and making the Rural Northern Immigration Pilot program permanent. The agenda also includes a communications strategy proposal and updates on environmental matters.
- Resolution to request $10m in provincial funding for sanitary sewer infrastructure
- Request to make the Rural Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) program permanent
- Communications and Brand Strategy Proposal including Banko project estimates
- Update on TC Energy Pumped Storage proposal opposition
- Request for a flashing light at Highway 69 and Woods Rd
Water Access Task Force
This meeting consists of procedural items, including the approval of the January 18, 2024, agenda and the September 14, 2023, minutes. The task force also plans to enter a closed session for legal advice.
- Approval of January 18, 2024, agenda
- Approval of September 14, 2023, minutes
- Closed meeting regarding legal advice
Special Meeting of Council
The Special Meeting of Council includes a presentation by Kelly Linton of Linton Consulting Services Inc. regarding an organizational review. The agenda also includes closed meetings for discussions on the review and a strategy session.
- Organizational Review presentation by Kelly Linton (Linton Consulting Services Inc.)
- Closed meeting regarding Organizational Review
- Strategy Session