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The NationON averageStatCan 2021 Census
Median household income
$105,000 Median home value
$400,000 👤 Members & officials (14)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Heritage and Culture Steering Committee
Who’s on the Public Library Board
- Carl Surprenant
- Raymond Lalande
Who’s on the Public Zoning Meeting
- Danik Forgues
- Marjorie Drolet
- Raymond Lalande
Who’s on the Regular Council Meeting
- Raymond Lalande
- Daniel Boisvenue
- Alain Mainville
- Marjorie Drolet
- Tim Stewart
Who’s on the Special Council Meeting
- Danik Forgues
- Alain Mainville
- Marjorie Drolet
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
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Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Public Library Board
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Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Council Inaugural Meeting
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Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Special Council Meeting
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
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Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Public Library Board
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
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Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
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✓ Decided: The Nation Council approves Enbridge Gas franchise and several municipal by-laws
Council approved a new franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Inc. and passed multiple by-laws regarding road widening, zoning, and part lot control. The Council also passed a resolution requesting the federal government review anti-money laundering identity verification requirements for municipal officials.
- Approved Enbridge Gas franchise agreement and draft By-law 115-2026
- Passed resolution requesting federal review of anti-money laundering identity requirements
- Approved updated Community Hall, Park, Ice, Fields and Walking Track rental policies
- Approved $500 donation to Société Historique et Culturelle de St-Bernardin
- Adopted multiple by-laws for road widening, zoning amendments, and part lot control
- Approved removal of County Road 9 storm sewer project from 2026 Capital Budget
- Approved addition of De L’Aréna Street sidewalk replacement to 2026 Capital Budget
- Approved property tax write-offs for properties in Schedule A
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Regular Council Meeting Minutes
Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
Location:
MEE-CM-15-2026
August 31, 2026
4:30 p.m.
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Presence of Council
Members
Francis Brière, Mayor, Tim Stewart, Councillor ward 1, Alain
Mainville, Councillor ward 2, Danik Forgues, Councillor ward 3,
Raymond Lalande, Councillor ward 4, Daniel Boisvenue,
Councillor ward 5, Marjorie Drolet, Councillor ward 6
Presence of Municipal
Staff
Pierre Leroux, CAO, Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk, Aimée
Roy, Clerk, Amélie Deschamps, Communications Coordinator ,
Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning, Marc-Olivier Gratton,
Civil Engineer, Justin Lafrance, Director of Recreation, Nicholas
Pigeon, Director of Water and Sewer, Hugo Pouliot, Deputy
Director of Public Works, Martin Rousseau, Fire Chief
Presence of guests
Richard Eiser, Limoges Community Garden - Jardin
Communautaire de Limoges
Chair: Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by: Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Revised by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video: The recording of the meeting is available for viewing on The Nation’s
YouTube channel.
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1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
None.
3.
Adoption of Agenda
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Resolution: RES-CM-153-2026
Moved by: Alain Mainville
Seconded by: Daniel Boisvenue
Be it resolved that the agenda be accepted, including the modifications mad …
Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Public Zoning Meeting
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✓ Decided: The Nation Council held a public meeting to present four proposed zoning amendments
The municipality presented four zoning amendment files for review, including properties on Route 300 East, Route 200 East, Calypso Street, and Bercier Street. No formal decisions were recorded regarding the adoption of these amendments during this session.
- Opened public meeting under Section 34 of the Planning Act (Carried)
- Presented zoning amendment File ZBL-3-2026 - 91 route 300 East
- Presented zoning amendment File ZBL-7-2026 - 286 Route 200 East
- Presented zoning amendment File ZBL-8-2026 - 2133 Calypso Street
- Presented zoning amendment File ZBL-9-2026 - 4501 Bercier Street
- Adjourned public meeting (Carried)
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Public Zoning Meeting Minutes
Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
Location:
MEE-ZON-05-2026
August 31, 2026
3:30 p.m.
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Presence of Council
Members
Francis Brière, Mayor, Tim Stewart, Councillor ward 1, Alain
Mainville, Councillor ward 2, Danik Forgues, Councillor ward 3,
Raymond Lalande, Councillor ward 4, Daniel Boisvenue,
Councillor ward 5, Marjorie Drolet, Councillor ward 6
Presence of Municipal
Staff
Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk, Aimée Roy, Clerk, Guylain
Laflèche, Director of Planning
Presence of guests
. Raymond Leroux
Chair: Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by: Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Revised by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
Video: The recording of the meeting is available for viewing on The Nation’s
YouTube channel.
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1.
Opening of the public zoning meeting
Resolution: RES-CM-151-2026
Moved by: Alain Mainville
Seconded by: Marjorie Drolet
Be it resolved that the public meeting convened under Section 34 of the Planning
Act (1990) be opened at 3:30 p.m.
Carried
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Presentation of the proposed zoning amendments
2.1
File ZBL-3-2026 - 91 route 300 East
2.2
File ZBL-7-2026 - 286 Route 200 East
2.3
File ZBL-8-2026 - 2133 Calypso Street
2.4
File ZBL-9-2026 - 4501 Bercier Street
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Questions and comments
3.1
File ZBL-3-2026 - 91 route 300 East …
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
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- No rezonings, variances, or other applications are listed
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Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Special Council Meeting
Council to decide on borrowing for Limoges water plant filters and Caron booster station
This special council meeting focuses on financing two water infrastructure projects: replacing filtration trains at the Limoges Water Treatment Plant and upgrading the Caron Booster Station. Council will consider borrowing by-laws and applications to Infrastructure Ontario for both projects. A separate item requests a noise by-law exemption for a Guinness World Record event in St-Albert.
- Short and long-term financing for Limoges WTP Filtration Train Replacement Project
- Short-term financing for Caron Booster Station Upgrade
- By-law 119-2026 to authorize application to Infrastructure Ontario for filtration train replacement
- By-law 120-2026 to authorize works for Caron Booster Station Upgrade
- Request for noise by-law exemption for a Guinness Record event in St-Albert
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✓ Decided: Council approved borrowing applications for water infrastructure projects
Council approved short and long-term borrowing applications with Infrastructure Ontario for the Limoges Water Treatment Plant Filtration Train Replacement and the Caron Booster Station Upgrade. Additionally, a noise by-law exemption was granted for a Guinness World Record event in St-Albert.
- Approved borrowing applications for Limoges WTP Filtration Train Replacement Project
- Approved borrowing applications for Caron Booster Station Upgrade
- Approved noise by-law exemption for St-Albert Guinness Record event (Aug 16–23, 2026)
- Adopted By-law 119-2026 regarding Infrastructure Ontario application for filtration replacement
- Adopted By-law 120-2026 to authorize Caron Booster Station Upgrade works
- Adopted By-law 121-2026 regarding Infrastructure Ontario application for booster station upgrade
- Adopted By-law 130-2026 to confirm proceedings of the August 10, 2026 meeting
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Special Council Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-CM-14-2026
Date:
Monday, August 10, 2026
Time:
4 :00 P . m . - 5 :00 P . m .
Location:
Virtual Meeting
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Council Minutes
6.
Presentations, Delegations, and Petitions
7.
Consent Items
8.
Reports from Departments and Council Committees
8.1
REP-FIN-14-2026 - Short and Long-Term Financing - Limoges WTP Filtration Train Replacement Project
1. REP-FIN-14-2026 - Short and Long-Term Financing - Limoges WTP Filtration Train Replacement Project.pdf
2. Appendix B - Borrowing By-Law - Filters.pdf
3. Appendix A - Updated ARL.pdf
4. REP-FIN-14-2026 Emprunt temporaire et long-terme - Remplacement des filtres à l'usine de traitement d'eau de Limoges.pdf
5. Annexe A - Mise à jour du PRA.pdf
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Special Council Meeting Minutes
Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
Location:
MEE-CM-14-2026
August 10, 2026
4:00 p.m.
Virtual Meeting
Presence of Council
Members
Francis Brière, Mayor, Tim Stewart, Councillor ward 1, Alain
Mainville, Councillor ward 2, Danik Forgues, Councillor ward 3,
Raymond Lalande, Councillor ward 4, Daniel Boisvenue,
Councillor ward 5 (joined at 4:02 p.m.), Marjorie Drolet,
Councillor ward 6
Presence of Municipal
Staff
Pierre Leroux, CAO, Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk, Aimée
Roy, Clerk, Nadia Knebel, Treasurer
Chair: Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by: Julie Langlois-Caisse, Administrative Assistant
Revised by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video: The recording of the meeting is available for viewing on The Nation’s
YouTube channel.
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1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
Resolution: RES-CM-145-2026
Moved by: Marjorie Drolet
Seconded by: Alain Mainville
Be it resolved that the agenda be accepted, including the modifications made
forthwith, as applicable.
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Carried
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Council Minutes
6.
Presentations, Delegations, and Petitions
7.
Consent Items
8.
Reports from Departments and Council Committees
8.1
REP-FIN-14-2026 - Short and Long-Term Financing - Limoges WTP
Filtration Train Replacement Project
Resolution: RES-CM-146-20 …
Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Public Library Board
Library Board considers collaboration with Casselman Public Library
The Nation Municipal Public Library Board will discuss a resolution to establish an informal partnership with the Casselman Public Library. This collaboration would focus on sharing best practices and coordinating programs, with a potential joint strategic planning process in 2027 or 2028.
- Proposed resolution for operational collaboration with Casselman Public Library
- Discussion of outdoor community libraries
- Update on the St-Isidore branch building
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THE NATION MUNICIPALITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD
Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-LB-04-2026
Date:
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Time:
7 :30 P . m . - 8 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Nicki Fontaine
Prepared by : Aimée Roy, Secretary
Reviewed by: Pierre Leroux, CEO
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Open and Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Minutes
6.
Presentations and Delegations
7.
Updates on Projects / Unfinished Business
7.1
Operational updates
8.
New Business
8.1
Proposed Resolution regarding a potential Collaboration with the Casselman Public Library
Proposed resolution:
WHEREAS representatives of The Nation Public Library, including the Library Manager, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and two members of the Library Board, met with representatives of the Casselman Public Library, including its Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and two members of its Library Board, to discuss opportunities for enhanced collaboration between the two library organizations; and
WHEREAS …
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Public Zoning Meeting
Zoning changes for Willow Springs Phase 2 and 68 Andrew Street
The Nation Municipality's Public Zoning Meeting will discuss two proposed zoning by-law amendments. One amendment affects Part of Lot 29, Concession 1 for the Willow Springs Subdivision Phase 2. The other amendment is for 68 Andrew Street. The meeting includes presentations and public questions.
- Consideration of By-law 107-2026 to amend zoning for Willow Springs Subdivision Phase 2 (Part of Lot 29, Concession 1)
- Consideration of By-law 108-2026 to amend zoning for 68 Andrew Street
- Public hearing and questions on the proposed amendments
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✓ Decided: Public hearing held on two zoning amendments; no decisions made
The Nation Municipality held a public zoning meeting on June 22, 2026, to hear comments on two proposed zoning by-law amendments: one for Part of Lot 29, Concession 1 (Willow Springs Subdivision) and one for 68 Andrew Street. No votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was for public input only. Council directed staff to calculate exact housing numbers for the Willow Springs proposal after residents raised concerns about the housing mix.
- Opened public zoning meeting (RES-CM-131-2026) - carried
- Adjourned public zoning meeting (RES-CM-132-2026) - carried
- Directed staff to calculate exact housing numbers for Willow Springs phase - no vote recorded
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Public Zoning Meeting Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-ZON-04-2026
Date:
Monday, June 22, 2026
Time:
4 :00 P . m . - 5 :00 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Opening of the public zoning meeting
2.
Presentation of the proposed zoning amendments
2.1
Application for an Amendment to zoning by-law 2-2006 for Part of Lot 29, Concession 1 - Willow Springs Subdivision
1. ZBL-2-2026 Willow SPrings PH 2 Franc.pdf
2. ZBL-2-2026 Willow Springs PH.2.pdf
3. By-law 107-2026 Amendment to zoning by-law 2-2006, part of Lot 29, Concession 1 - Willow Springs Subdivision.pdf
2.2
Application for an amendment to zoning By-law 2-2006 for 68 Andrew Street
1. ZBL-6-2026 68 Andrew FRANC.pdf
2. ZBL-6-2026 68 Andrew.pdf
3. By-law 108-2026 zoning amendment 68 Andrew Street.pdf
3.
Questions and comments
4.
Adjournment
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Public Zoning Meeting Minutes
Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
Location:
MEE-ZON-04-2026
June 22, 2026
4:00 p.m.
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Presence of Council
Members
Francis Brière, Mayor, Tim Stewart, Councillor ward 1, Alain
Mainville, Councillor ward 2, Danik Forgues, Councillor ward 3,
Raymond Lalande, Councillor ward 4, Daniel Boisvenue,
Councillor ward 5, Marjorie Drolet, Councillor ward 6
Presence of Municipal
Staff
Pierre Leroux, CAO, Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk, Aimée
Roy, Clerk, Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
Presence of guests
Colin Barnes, Mario Laroche, Stephane Diotte.
Chair: Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by: Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Revised by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
Video: The recording of the meeting is available for viewing on The Nation’s
YouTube channel.
_____________________________________________________________________
1.
Opening of the public zoning meeting
Resolution: RES-CM-131-2026
Moved by: Danik Forgues
Seconded by: Daniel Boisvenue
Be it resolved that the public meeting convened under Section 34 of the Planning
Act (1990) be opened at 4:01 p.m.
Carried
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2.
Presentation of the proposed zoning amendments
2.1
Application for an Amendment to zoning by-law 2-2006 for Part of Lot
29, Concession 1 - Willow Springs Subdivision
2.2
Application for an amendment to zoning By-law 2-2006 for 68 Andrew
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
Council to consider $4.5M in payments, zoning changes, and library relocation
Council will vote on approving $4,516,206.28 in accounts payable from June 9-22. They will discuss zoning amendments for Willow Springs subdivision and 68 Andrew Street, road widenings on Racette Sideroad and Chretien Road, and a feasibility study for relocating the St-Isidore Library to a bowling alley space. Strategic discussions on recreation fees and the Nation Complex and St-Isidore Recreation Centre are also on the agenda.
- $4,516,206.28 in accounts payable
- Zoning amendment for Willow Springs subdivision (part of Lot 29, Concession 1)
- Zoning amendment for 68 Andrew Street
- Road widening on Racette Sideroad and Chretien Road
- St-Isidore Library relocation feasibility study (bowling alley conversion)
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✓ Decided: Council approves Caron Booster Station upgrade, tendering with Clarence-Rockland
Council approved proceeding with the Caron Booster Station Upgrade project and authorized administration to move forward with the tendering process in partnership with the City of Clarence-Rockland. Council also approved fee schedule changes for recreation facilities, including new walking track hours at the Nation Complex, and adopted several by-laws related to road widening, zoning amendments, and part lot control. A request for noise by-law exemptions for an August 8 event was approved.
- Approved Caron Booster Station Upgrade project and tendering with Clarence-Rockland (carried)
- Approved recreation fee schedule option 1 and walking track hours 7am-3pm weekdays May 15-Sept 15 at Nation Complex (carried)
- Approved St-Isidore Recreation Centre fee schedule option 1 and ice season dates (carried)
- Received St-Isidore Library relocation feasibility review; directed continued analysis (carried)
- Approved noise and zoning by-law exemptions for Mario Lamoureux event Aug 8, 2026 (carried)
- Adopted by-laws 106-2026, 107-2026, 108-2026, 102-2026, 111-2026 (road widening, zoning, part lot control) (carried)
- Approved accounts payable $4,516,206.28 (consent item)
- Received OPP annual reports for Hawkesbury and Russell detachments (consent items)
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Regular Council Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-CM-13-2026
Date:
Monday, June 22, 2026
Time:
4 :30 P . m . - 5 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Council Minutes
5.1
Minutes of Regular Council meeting held on April 27, 2026
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - RCM_Apr27_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - RCM_Apr27_2026 - French.pdf
5.2
Minutes of Regular Council meeting held on May 11, 2026
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - RCM_May11_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - RCM_May11_2026 - French.pdf
5.3
Minutes of Regular Council meeting held on May 25, 2026
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Regular Council Meeting Minutes
Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
Location:
MEE-CM-13-2026
June 22, 2026
4:30 p.m.
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Presence of Council
Members
Francis Brière, Mayor, Tim Stewart, Councillor ward 1, Alain
Mainville, Councillor ward 2, Danik Forgues, Councillor ward 3,
Raymond Lalande, Councillor ward 4, Daniel Boisvenue,
Councillor ward 5, Marjorie Drolet, Councillor ward 6
Presence of Municipal
Staff
Pierre Leroux, CAO, Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk, Aimée
Roy, Clerk, Amélie Deschamps, Communications Coordinator ,
Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning, Marc-Olivier Gratton,
Civil Engineer, Justin Lafrance, Director of Recreation, Nicholas
Pigeon, Director of Water and Sewer, Hugo Pouliot, Deputy
Director of Public Works, Mario Cardinal, Deputy Fire Chief,
Chantal Lauzon, Manager of Human Resources
Chair: Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by: Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Revised by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video: The recording of the meeting is available for viewing on The Nation’s
YouTube channel.
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1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
Resolution: RES-CM-133-2026
2
Moved by: Danik Forgues
Seconded by: Alain Mainville
Be it resolved that the agenda be accepted, including the modifications made
forthwith, as applicable.
Carried
4.
Disclosure o …
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
Council to set 2026 municipal tax rates
Council will vote on several by-laws including setting 2026 tax rates, acquiring land for a pumping station in Limoges, updating fence and parking regulations, and establishing a joint compliance audit committee for elections. A roadway capital prioritization policy and the 2025 audited financial statements are also on the agenda.
- By-law 98-2026 to set 2026 municipal tax rates
- By-law 99-2026 to acquire property for Pumping Station 12 in Limoges
- By-law 93-2026 updating fence by-law (height, lawful fences)
- By-law 94-2026 amending parking by-law (winter parking pilot project)
- Accounts payable voucher for $1,634,708.33
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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2026 tax rates, new fence and parking by-laws
Council adopted several by-laws, including the 2026 municipal tax rates, a new fence by-law, and a parking by-law. It also approved the final 2025 audited financial statements and made the winter parking restriction program permanent. A request to advance rehabilitation work on Route 700 West was not approved.
- Adopted By-law 98-2026 establishing 2026 municipal tax rates
- Adopted By-law 93-2026 regulating fence height and description
- Adopted By-law 94-2026 regulating parking, repealing By-law 44-2025
- Approved final 2025 audited consolidated financial statements
- Made winter parking restriction program permanent
- Did not approve advancing Route 700 West rehabilitation to summer 2026
- Approved noise by-law exemptions for Penny Collier and Marc Laforest
- Approved $1,634,708.33 in accounts payable
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Regular Council Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-CM-12-2026
Date:
Monday, June 08, 2026
Time:
4 :30 P . m . - 5 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Council Minutes
6.
Presentations, Delegations, and Petitions
7.
Consent Items
All items listed under the Consent Items will be enacted by one motion. A majority vote is required for the adoption of consent items. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion that a consent item is to be separated from the motion. The separated item(s) shall be considered immediately thereafter.
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Regular Council Meeting Minutes
Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
Location:
MEE-CM-12-2026
June 8, 2026
4:30 p.m.
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Presence of Council
Members
Francis Brière, Mayor, Tim Stewart, Councillor ward 1, Alain
Mainville, Councillor ward 2, Danik Forgues, Councillor ward 3,
Raymond Lalande, Councillor ward 4, Daniel Boisvenue,
Councillor ward 5, Marjorie Drolet, Councillor ward 6
Presence of Municipal
Staff
Pierre Leroux, CAO, Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk, Aimée
Roy, Clerk, Amélie Deschamps, Communications Coordinator ,
Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning, Marc-Olivier Gratton,
Civil Engineer, Justin Lafrance, Director of Recreation, Nadia
Knebel, Treasurer, Nicholas Pigeon, Director of Water and
Sewer, Hugo Pouliot, Deputy Director of Public Works, Martin
Rousseau, Fire Chief, Chantal Lauzon, Manager of Human
Resources
Chair: Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by: Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Revised by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video: The recording of the meeting is available for viewing on The Nation’s
YouTube channel.
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1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
Deletion:
12.5 By-law 102-2026 Part lot control on Sumac Crescent
2
Additions:
11.2 Request for an exemption to the Noise By-law - Marc Laforest
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Special Council Meeting
Council to hold closed session on labour relations
This is a special council meeting with a mostly procedural agenda. The only substantive item is a closed session for a verbal update on labour relations and employee negotiations, which will not be open to the public.
- Closed session verbal update on labour relations
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Special Council Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-CM-11-2026
Date:
Monday, June 01, 2026
Time:
6 :00 P . m . - 7 :00 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Council Minutes
6.
Presentations, Delegations, and Petitions
7.
Consent Items
8.
Reports from Departments and Council Committees
9.
Reports from an Investigator or the Ombudsman
10.
Notices of Motion
11.
Resolutions
12.
By-laws
13.
New Business Reports
14.
Other Business presented by Council Members
15.
Public Consultations & Hearings
16.
Announcements
17.
Strategic Discussion
18.
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Thu May 28, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Heritage and Culture Steering Committee
Heritage committee to unveil plaque at former Proulx Cheese Factory
The Heritage and Culture Steering Committee will discuss the unveiling of a historical plaque at the former Proulx Cheese Factory, review budget and expenses, and plan a June 13th event in L'Orignal. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes, disclosures, and correspondence.
- Unveiling event of historical plaque at former Proulx Cheese Factory
- Review of budget and expenses
- Planning for June 13th event in L'Orignal
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Heritage and Culture Steering Committee
Meeting Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-HC-03-2026
Date:
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Time:
9 :00 A . m . - 10 :00 A . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Michel-André Lavergne
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk, Secretary
Reviewed by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
1.
Open and Roll Call
2.
Additions and modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of pecuniary interest
5.
Adoptions of Minutes
6.
Presentations and Delegations
7.
Updates on Projects / Unfinished business
7.1
Unveiling event of the historical Plaque at the former Proulx Cheese Factory
7.2
Budget and expenses
8.
New Business
8.1
June 13th event in L'Orignal
9.
Recommendations to Council / Motions
10.
Strategic Discussions
11.
Closed session
12.
Correspondence
13.
Notice of Public Meeting
14.
Adjournment
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Mon May 25, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Public Zoning Meeting
Public hearing on two zoning amendments: Bourque St & Route 900
The Nation Municipality holds a public zoning meeting to consider two zoning amendment applications. The first is for 27 Bourque Street and the second for 2129 Route 900 West. Presentations will be followed by public questions and comments before possible adoption of by-laws.
- Zoning amendment ZBL-4-2026 at 27 Bourque Street
- Zoning amendment ZBL-5-2026 at 2129 Route 900 West
- By-law 91-2026 for 27 Bourque Street
- By-law 92-2026 for 2129 Route 900 West
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Public Zoning Meeting Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-ZON-03-2026
Date:
Monday, May 25, 2026
Time:
4 :00 P . m . - 5 :00 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Opening of the public zoning meeting
2.
Presentation of the proposed zoning amendments
2.1
Zoning amendment application ZBL-4-2026 - 27 Bourque Street
1. ZBL-4-2026 27 Bourque Zoning Amendment.pdf
2. ZBL-4-2026 27 rue bourque modification au zonage.pdf
3. By-law 91-2026 Zoning Amend. 27 Bourque.pdf
2.2
Zoning amendment application ZBL-5-2026 - 2129 Route 900 West
1. ZBL-5-2026 2129 Rte 900 West EN.pdf
2. ZBL-5-2026 2129 Rte 900 Ouest FR.pdf
3. By-law 92-2026 Zoning Amend. 2129 Rte 900 West.pdf
3.
Questions and comments
3.1
Zoning amendment application ZBL-4-2026 - 27 Bourque Street
3.2
Zoning amendment application ZBL-5-2026 - 2129 Route 900 West
4.
Adjournment
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Mon May 25, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
Committee to decide on minor variance for 3565 Concession 20
The Committee of Adjustment will consider Minor Variance Application #A-10-2026 for property at 3565 Concession 20. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes and other procedural items.
- Minor Variance Application #A-10-2026 for 3565 Concession 20
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✓ Decided: Committee approves chicken barn minor variance at 3565 Concession 20
The Committee of Adjustment approved Minor Variance Application A-10-2026 for 3565 Concession 20, reducing the minimum separation distance for a new 60,000-layer hen chicken barn from 60 to 20 metres and for a dry manure shed from 60 to 48 metres from the Renaud Road allowance. The variance was granted as stipulated by provision 5.16.3 of Zoning Bylaw #2-2006. The meeting was brief, lasting six minutes, and no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved Minor Variance A-10-2026 for chicken barn (60m to 20m separation) (carried)
- Approved Minor Variance A-10-2026 for dry manure shed (60m to 48m separation) (carried)
- Adopted meeting agenda (RES-MV-14-2026) (carried)
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Committee of Adjustment meeting agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-MV-04-2026
Date:
Monday, May 25, 2026
Time:
3 :30 P . m . - 4 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
Video : Committee of adjustment meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Call to order
2.
Changes and additions to the agenda
3.
Adoption of the agenda
4.
Disclosure of interest
5.
Adoption of minutes of previous hearing
6.
Applications
6.1
Minor Variance Application #A-10-2026 for address 3565 Concession 20
1. A-10-2026 3565 Conc 20 Rainbeau fr.pdf
2. A-10-2026 3565 conc. 20 Rainbeau EN.pdf
7.
Adjournment
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Committee of Adjustment meeting minutes
Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
Location:
MEE-MV-04-2026
May 25, 2026
3:30 p.m.
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Presences of
Committee members
Alain Mainville, Councillor Ward 2, Francis Brière, Mayor
Members Absent:
Francois St-Amour
Presence of Municipal
Staff
Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning, Secretary-Treasurer,
Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Chair: Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by: Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Revised by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning, Secretary-Treasurer
Video: The recording of the meeting is available for viewing on The Nation’s
YouTube channel.
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1.
Call to order
2.
Changes and additions to the agenda
None.
3.
Adoption of the agenda
Resolution: RES-MV-14-2026
Moved by: Alain Mainville
Seconded by: Francis Brière
2
Be it resolved that the agenda be accepted, including the modifications made
forthwith, as applicable.
Carried
4.
Disclosure of interest
None.
5.
Adoption of minutes of previous hearing
6.
Applications
6.1
Minor Variance Application #A-10-2026 for address 3565 Concession
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Questions and Comments
Important notes:
Questions and comments are noted in the language in which they were
submitted.
Question from Francis Brière:
Ça c'est un creek qui passe en arrière?
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Mon May 25, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
Council to vote on sale of Caledonia Community Centre
Council will decide on selling the Caledonia Community Centre to the Société Historique et Culturelle de St-Bernardin. They will also hear the auditor's presentation on 2025 financial statements and approve $1,065,295.08 in accounts payable. Other items include updates to the fence by-law and street names for Innovation Park Phase 2 subdivision.
- Sale of Caledonia Community Centre to historical society (By-law 96-2026)
- Approval of $1,065,295.08 in accounts payable (May 12-25, 2026)
- Update to fence by-law, repealing three previous by-laws
- New street names: Graham-Bell, Edison, Watt for Innovation Park Phase 2
- Zoning amendments for 27 Bourque Street and 2129 Route 900 West
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✓ Decided: Council approves sale of Caledonia Community Centre to historical society
Council adopted By-law 96-2026 authorizing the sale of the Caledonia Community Centre to the Société historique et culturelle de St-Bernardin. Zoning amendments were approved for two properties, a noise bylaw exemption was granted, and procurement policy updates were enacted. The auditor's presentation on the 2025 financial statements was received for final adoption at a future meeting.
- Approved sale of Caledonia Community Centre (By-law 96-2026, carried)
- Approved zoning amendment at 27 Bourque St (By-law 91-2026, carried)
- Approved zoning amendment at 2129 Route 900 West (By-law 92-2026, carried)
- Approved noise bylaw exemption for Isabelle Lanthier (Jun 6-7, carried)
- Approved Procurement Policy updates (carried)
- Approved street names for Innovation Park Phase 2 (carried)
- Approved accounts payable $1,065,295.08 (carried)
- Received auditor's letter and draft 2025 financial statements (carried)
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Regular Council Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-CM-10-2026
Date:
Monday, May 25, 2026
Time:
4 :30 P . m . - 5 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Council Minutes
6.
Presentations, Delegations, and Petitions
6.1
Auditor's presentation regarding the 2025 Financial Statements (4:30 p.m.)
1. Auditor's letter 2025 Financial Statements.pdf
2. DRAFT Consolidated Financial Statements 2025.pdf
7.
Consent Items
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
Committee to decide on application at 570 Paul Latour
The Committee of Adjustment will consider application A-7-2026 for property at 570 Paul Latour, along with adopting previous meeting minutes and routine procedural items.
- Application A-7-2026 for 570 Paul Latour
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Committee of Adjustment meeting agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-MV-03-2026
Date:
Monday, May 11, 2026
Time:
3 :30 P . m . - 4 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
Video : Committee of adjustment meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Call to order
2.
Changes and additions to the agenda
3.
Adoption of the agenda
4.
Disclosure of interest
5.
Adoption of minutes of previous hearing
5.1
Minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held on March 23, 2026
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Committee of Adjustment Meeting_Mar23_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Committee of Adjustment Meeting_Mar23_2026 - French.pdf
6.
Applications
6.1
A-7-2026 - 570 Paul Latour
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2. A-7-2026 570 Paul Latour RD.pdf
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
Council to vote on new fees, water borrowing, and strategic plan
Council will decide on proposed changes to fees and charges, authorize temporary borrowing for water projects, review the first year of the 2025-2031 strategic plan, and discuss community hall fees. Also up for a vote are amendments to the waste management by-law and fee schedules, and a noise by-law exemption for two dates.
- Approve accounts payable $485,768.41
- Proposed changes to Fees and Charges By-Law (By-law 89-2026)
- Authorize temporary borrowing for water projects (By-law 85-2026, OILC financing)
- Amend waste management by-law (By-law 80-2026) and fee schedules
- Noise by-law exemption for Mario Lamoureux on June 13 and August 8, 2026
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✓ Decided: Council approved new fees by-law, water borrowing, hall rental hikes
Council adopted by-laws amending waste management fees (80-2026) and establishing a new fees and charges schedule (89-2026), authorized temporary borrowing for water projects, and approved targeted increases to community hall rental fees. It also approved a noise by-law exemption, adjusted funding sources for donations, authorized in-kind support for the Limoges Recreation Committee, and requested federal distribution of information on the Alto high-speed rail project.
- Approved accounts payable of $485,768.41 (consent)
- Approved temporary borrowing for water projects with Infrastructure Ontario
- Approved targeted increases to Community Hall rental fees effective Jan 1, 2027
- Adopted By-law 80-2026 amending waste management fee schedule
- Adopted By-law 89-2026 establishing fees and charges and repealing 98-2025
- Adopted By-law 85-2026 authorizing OILC financing for capital projects
- Approved noise by-law exemption for Mario Lamoureux event on June 13 and Aug 8, 2026
- Authorized in-kind municipal services worth $2,800–$3,800 for Limoges Recreation Committee
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Meeting #:
MEE-CM-09-2026
Date:
Monday, May 11, 2026
Time:
4 :30 P . m . - 5 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Council Minutes
6.
Presentations, Delegations, and Petitions
7.
Consent Items
All items listed under the Consent Items will be enacted by one motion. A majority vote is required for the adoption of consent items. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a request is made prior to the time Council votes on the motion that a consent item is to be separated from the motion. The separated item(s) shall be considered immediately thereafter.
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Accounts payable voucher
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Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
Council to decide on developer fees for new sewer pumping station
Council will consider a by-law to establish developer contributions for Sewage Pumping Station #11 and associated infrastructure. The agenda also includes amending landfill tipping fees, appointing an integrity commissioner, approving accounts payable of $1.77 million, and dedicating two road sections on St-Isidore Road.
- By-law 3-2026: Establish developer contribution for SPS #11
- By-law 80-2026: Amend landfill tipping fee schedule
- Accounts payable voucher totaling $1,771,340.20
- By-law 81-2026: Tax exemption agreement with Riceville Agricultural Fair
- By-law 82-2026 and 83-2026: Dedicate roads on St-Isidore Road
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✓ Decided: Council approves watermain, filtration projects, and other by-laws
Council approved eight by-laws including developer contributions for SPS #11, appointment of an integrity commissioner, watermain construction on Caron-Edwards St, and filtration train replacement at Limoges WTP. A by-law to amend landfill tipping fees was deferred to a subsequent meeting. Consent items were approved, including $1.77M in accounts payable, and a report on liquor license changes was received with delegation of event approvals to staff.
- Approved eight by-laws including developer contributions, integrity commissioner, watermain construction, and filtration train replacement
- Deferred By-law 80-2026 amending landfill tipping fees
- Approved consent items including accounts payable $1,771,340.20
- Received building permit statistics for Feb & March 2026
- Approved updated bar service policy waiving fee for community groups
- Delegated liquor license event approvals to CAO and recreation director
- Designated Limoges Community Day as a community event for BYOB permit
- Approved minutes of March 23 and April 13 meetings with amendment
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Date:
Monday, April 27, 2026
Time:
4 :30 P . m . - 5 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Council Minutes
5.1
Minutes of the regular Council meeting held on March 23, 2026
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - RCM_Mar23_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - RCM_Mar23_2026 - French.pdf
5.2
Minutes of the regular Council meeting held on April 13, 2026
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - RCM_Apr13_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - RCM_Apr13_2026 - French.pdf
6.
Presentations, Delegations, and Petitions
7.
Consent Items
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Thu Apr 23, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Heritage and Culture Steering Committee
Heritage committee reviews plaque unveiling event
This committee meeting is largely procedural: adopting minutes, handling correspondence, and discussing updates. The main project update is the Proulx Cheese Factory Plaque Unveiling Event.
- Proulx Cheese Factory Plaque Unveiling Event discussion
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Heritage and Culture Steering Committee
Meeting Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-HC-02-2026
Date:
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Time:
10 :00 A . m . - 12 :00 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Tim Stewart
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk, Secretary
Reviewed by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
1.
Open and Roll Call
2.
Additions and modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of pecuniary interest
5.
Adoptions of Minutes
5.1
Minutes of Heritage and Culture Steering committee meetings held on April 21. 2025, November 27, 2025 and February 12, 2026
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Heritage and Culture Steering Committee_Aug21_2025 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Heritage and Culture Steering Committee_Aug21_2025 - French.pdf
3. Post-Meeting Minutes - Heritage and Culture Steering Committee_Nov27_2025 - English.pdf
4. Post-Meeting Minutes - Heritage and Culture Steering Committee_Nov27_2025 - French.pdf
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Thu Apr 23, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Public Library Board
Library board to discuss strategic plan development
The Public Library Board will discuss the development of a new strategic plan based on Discussion Paper #1. The board will also consider a proposal for cataloguing support. A closed session is scheduled.
- Discuss strategic plan development (REP-LB-06-2026)
- Consider proposal for cataloguing support (REP-LB-07-2026)
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Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-LB-03-2026
Date:
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Time:
7 :30 P . m . - 8 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Nicki Fontaine
Prepared by : Aimée Roy, Secretary
Reviewed by: Pierre Leroux, CEO
1.
Open and Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Minutes
5.1
Minutes of Public Library Board meeting held on March 26, 2026
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Public Library Board_Mar26_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Public Library Board_Mar26_2026 - French.pdf
6.
Presentations and Delegations
7.
Updates on Projects / Unfinished Business
8.
New Business
9.
Reports from Library Administration
9.1
REP-LB-06-2026 Strategic Plan development - Discussion paper #1
1. REP-LB-06-2026 Développement du plan stratégique – Document de discussion 1.pdf
2. Appendix A Strategic Plan Discussion Paper 1 Purpose, Mandate and Community Outcomes.pdf
3. REP-LB-06-2026 Strategic Plan Develop …
Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
Council to authorize land acquisition negotiations with UCPR
Council will consider authorizing negotiations with the United Counties of Prescott & Russell regarding land acquisition in Séguinbourg, with a $100,000 balance remaining. They will also vote on resolutions opposing the ALTO High-Speed Rail project, setting firefighters' WSIB insurable amount at $73,020, and approving accounts payable of $1,114,028.63. Several by-laws and reports on drainage, water systems, parks, and cost-of-living adjustments are on the agenda.
- Accounts payable voucher for $1,114,028.63 from March 24 to April 13, 2026
- Resolution to set firefighters' WSIB insurable amount at $73,020 for 2026
- Resolution to authorize negotiation terms with UCPR regarding Séguinbourg land acquisition
- Resolution on ALTO High-Speed Rail Project opposition
- By-laws to levy sums for 2025 drainage works (By-laws 31-2026 to 73-2026)
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✓ Decided: Council opposes ALTO High-Speed Rail project
Council formally opposed the ALTO High-Speed Rail project in its current form, supporting resolutions from the EOWC and UCPR. It also approved a new cost-of-living adjustment policy for salaries (1% min, 3% max) and directed administration to review park inventory and implement a rental pricing model (6-1). Other decisions included approving a firefighter WSIB insurable amount, $1,000 donation, and multiple by-laws for drainage works and emergency management.
- Opposed ALTO High-Speed Rail project (carried)
- Approved COLA policy with 1% min and 3% max (carried)
- Approved parks pricing model and inventory review (6-1)
- Set firefighter WSIB insurable amount at $73,020 (carried)
- Authorized negotiations with UCPR on land acquisition (carried)
- Approved $1,000 donation to St-Albert community group (carried)
- Adopted by-laws 31-73 for drainage levies, by-law 78 on fire hydrants, by-law 77 on emergency committee (carried)
- Approved accounts payable of $1,114,028.63 (carried)
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Meeting #:
MEE-CM-07-2026
Date:
Monday, April 13, 2026
Time:
4 :30 P . m . - 5 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Council Minutes
6.
Presentations, Delegations, and Petitions
6.1
Presentation from The Nation Municipality Heritage and Culture Steering Committee (4:30 p.m.)
1. Heritage and culture steering committee presentation to council april 13 2026.pdf
2. Road Crosses Map April 13 2026.pdf
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Thu Mar 26, 2026 · 7:30 PM
Public Library Board
Library Board to review instrument lending policy and Q1 statistics
The Nation Municipality Public Library Board will meet to discuss administrative reports. Key items include a proposed lending policy for instruments and the statistical report for the first quarter of 2026.
- REP-LB-04-2026 Lending policy for instruments
- REP-LB-05-2026 Q1 Statistical report for 2026
- Adoption of February 26, 2026 meeting minutes
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Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-LB-02-2026
Date:
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time:
7 :30 P . m . - 8 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Nicki Fontaine
Prepared by : Aimée Roy, Secretary
Reviewed by: Pierre Leroux, CEO
Meeting open to the public: Members of the public are welcome to attend meetings as observers, except when a meeting is closed to the public in accordance with the Public Libraries Act, 1990 or any other applicable legislation.
1.
Open and Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Minutes
5.1
Minutes of Library Board Meeting held on February 26, 2026
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Public Library Board_Feb26_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Public Library Board_Feb26_2026 - French.pdf
6.
Presentations and Delegations
7.
Updates on Projects / Unfinished Business
8.
New Business
9.
Reports from Library Administration
9.1
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Mon Mar 23, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
Variance request for 396 Route 500 East considered
The Committee of Adjustment will review application A-2-2026-B, a variance request for the property at 396 Route 500 East. The meeting will also handle routine items such as call to order, adoption of the agenda, disclosure of interest, and adoption of minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting.
- Variance application A-2-2026-B at 396 Route 500 East
- Adoption of minutes from the March 9, 2026 Committee of Adjustment meeting
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Meeting #:
MEE-MV-02-2026
Date:
Monday, March 23, 2026
Time:
3 :30 P . m . - 4 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
Video : Committee of adjustment meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Call to order
2.
Changes and additions to the agenda
3.
Adoption of the agenda
4.
Disclosure of interest
5.
Adoption of minutes of previous hearing
5.1
Minutes of the Committee of adjustment meeting held on March 9, 2026
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Committee of Adjustment Meeting_Mar09_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Committee of Adjustment Meeting_Mar09_2026 - French.pdf
3. Appendix A - March 9 2026 committee of adjustment meeting minutes_Redacted.pdf
4. Appendix B - Minutes of March 9 2026 Committee of Adjustment meeting_Redacted.pdf
6.
Applications
6.1
A-2-2026-B Variance at 396 Route 500 East
1. A-2-2026-B - Variance 396 Route …
Mon Mar 23, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
Council approves water treatment contracts and new bylaws
The Corporation of The Nation Municipality will approve accounts payable, receive RFP results for water treatment projects, and consider new bylaws regarding weed inspectors and water permits. The meeting includes a presentation on a 10-year housing plan and closed sessions on land negotiations.
- Approval of $4,090,684.71 in accounts payable
- Contract with Cima+ for Limoges water treatment filters
- Contract with CIMA+ for wastewater facility environmental assessment ($180,874)
- By-law 27-2026 to regulate fire hydrant and water use
- By-law 18-2026 to appoint Municipal Weed Inspector Eric Fontaine
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✓ Decided: Council approved sale of two community centres to local societies
The council adopted its agenda and prior meeting minutes. It approved a $4,090,684.71 accounts payable voucher and authorized a contract with Cima+ for the Limoges Water Treatment Plant filtration train replacement. The council also approved donations totaling $4,000 and adopted by‑laws authorizing the sale of the Fournier and St‑Albert community centres to local organizations.
- Adopted agenda (Resolution RES-CM-61-2026) – carried
- Adopted prior meeting minutes (Resolution RES-CM-62-2026) – carried
- Approved accounts payable voucher $4,090,684.71 (7.1) – carried
- Authorized agreement with Cima+ for Limoges Water Treatment Plant filtration train replacement (7.2) – carried
- Received information on $180,874 environmental assessment contract for wastewater facility (7.3) – carried
- Approved $2,500 donation to Riceville Agricultural Society (Resolution RES-CM-64-2026) – carried
- Adopted by‑laws authorizing sale of Fournier Community Centre to Riceville Agricultural Society and St‑Albert Community Centre to Groupe Communautaire St‑Albert (Resolution RES-CM-69-2026) – carried
- Approved $1,500 exception donation for defibrillator to Russell standard condominium plan (Resolution RES-CM-66-2026) – carried
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Meeting #:
MEE-CM-06-2026
Date:
Monday, March 23, 2026
Time:
4 :30 P . m . - 5 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Council Minutes
5.1
Minutes of the regular Council meeting held on February 23, 2026
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - RCM_Feb23_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - RCM_Feb23_2026 - French.pdf
5.2
Minutes of the Public zoning meeting held on February 24, 2026
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Public Zoning Meeting_Feb24_2026 - English.pdf
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Location:
MEE-CM-06-2026
March 23, 2026
4:30 p.m.
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Presence of Council
Members
Francis Brière, Mayor, Tim Stewart, Councillor ward 1, Alain
Mainville, Councillor ward 2, Danik Forgues, Councillor ward 3,
Daniel Boisvenue, Councillor ward 5, Marjorie Drolet, Councillor
ward 6
Members Absent: Raymond Lalande, Councillor ward 4 (motivated absence)
Presence of Municipal
Staff
Pierre Leroux, CAO, Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk, Aimée
Roy, Clerk, Amélie Deschamps, Communications Coordinator ,
Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning, Marc-Olivier Gratton,
Civil Engineer, Justin Lafrance, Director of Recreation, Marc
Legault, Director of public works , Nadia Knebel, Treasurer,
Nicholas Pigeon, Director of Water and Sewer, Martin
Rousseau, Fire Chief
Presence of guests Jennifer Lambert, Coordonnatrice du plan de logement,, Comtés
Unis de Prescott & Russell / Housing Plan Coordinator, United
Counties of Prescott & Russell
Chair: Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by: Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Revised by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video: The recording of the meeting is available for viewing on The Nation’s
YouTube channel.
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Mon Mar 9, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Regular Council Meeting
Council to award $653,250 quarry contract and approve $975k accounts payable
The Nation Council will vote on a group of consent items, including approval of $975,381.54 in accounts payable, a report on ditch‑filling practices, and the award of a $653,250 contract to McCrea Excavating Ltd. for municipal quarry work. The meeting also includes approval of a municipal and cyber insurance contract, receipt of various departmental and board reports, and adoption of several part‑lot control and road‑dedication by‑laws.
- Approve accounts payable voucher for $975,381.54 (Feb 24 – Mar 9 2026)
- Receive report on ditch filling in front of private properties and note discontinuation of the practice
- Award municipal quarry contract to McCrea Excavating Ltd. for $653,250.00
- Approve municipal and cyber insurance contract to BMS Canada Risk Services Ltd.
- Adopt By‑law 24‑2026 for Road dedication Concession 6
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✓ Decided: Council adopted four by‑laws, including a road dedication concession
Council approved its agenda and adopted minutes from the January 26 public zoning meeting. All consent items were approved, notably the $653,250 quarry contract and the municipal‑and‑cyber insurance award. The council adopted four by‑laws, among them a road dedication concession, and approved a $1,665 donation to the C.C.S. Foodbank. The meeting was briefly closed for a closed‑session discussion and then reopened.
- Approved agenda (RES-CM-53-2026) – carried
- Adopted minutes of Jan 26 public zoning meeting (RES-CM-54-2026) – carried
- Approved accounts payable voucher $975,381.54 (Consent Item 7.1) – carried
- Approved quarry contract to McCrea Excavating Ltd. for $653,250 (Consent Item 7.3) – carried
- Approved municipal and cyber insurance contract to BMS Canada Risk Services Ltd. (Consent Item 7.4) – carried
- Approved $1,665 donation to C.C.S. Foodbank (RES-CM-55-2026) – carried
- Adopted By‑laws 20‑2026, 21‑2026, 24‑2026, 25‑2026 (RES‑CM‑56‑2026) – carried
- Adopted By‑law 26‑2026 confirming meeting proceedings (RES‑CM‑60‑2026) – carried
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Date:
Monday, March 09, 2026
Time:
4 :30 P . m . - 5 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Council Minutes
5.1
Minutes of the Public zoning meeting held on January 26, 2026
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Public Zoning Meeting_Jan26_2026 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Public Zoning Meeting_Jan26_2026 - French.pdf
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Presentations, Delegations, and Petitions
7.
Consent Items
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Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
Location:
MEE-CM-05-2026
March 9, 2026
4:30 p.m.
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Presence of Council
Members
Francis Brière, Mayor, Tim Stewart, Councillor ward 1, Alain
Mainville, Councillor ward 2, Danik Forgues, Councillor ward 3,
Raymond Lalande, Councillor ward 4, Daniel Boisvenue,
Councillor ward 5, Marjorie Drolet, Councillor ward 6
Presence of Municipal
Staff
Pierre Leroux, CAO, Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk, Amélie
Deschamps, Communications Coordinator , Guylain Laflèche,
Director of Planning, Marc-Olivier Gratton, Civil Engineer, Justin
Lafrance, Director of Recreation, Marc Legault, Director of public
works , Nadia Knebel, Treasurer, Nicholas Pigeon, Director of
Water and Sewer, Martin Rousseau, Fire Chief
Chair: Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by: Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Revised by: Pierre Leroux, CAO
Video: The recording of the meeting is available for viewing on The Nation’s
YouTube channel.
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1. Roll Call
2. Additions and Modifications
18.1 Verbal report regarding a pending acquisition of land
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Mon Mar 9, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Committee of Adjustment Meeting
Committee of Adjustment to review four variance applications
The Committee of Adjustment will meet to consider four different variance applications. The body will also review and adopt the minutes from the December 15, 2025, meeting.
- A-2-2026 Variance at 396 Route 500 East
- A-3-2026 Variance at 555 Limoges Road
- A-4-2026 Variance at 2794 Concession 17
- A-6-2026 Variance at 2192 St-Isidore Road
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Meeting #:
MEE-MV-01-2026
Date:
Monday, March 09, 2026
Time:
3 :30 P . m . - 4 :30 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
Video : Committee of adjustment meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Call to order
2.
Changes and additions to the agenda
3.
Adoption of the agenda
4.
Disclosure of interest
5.
Adoption of minutes of previous hearing
5.1
Minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held on December 15, 2025
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Committee of Adjustment Meeting_Dec15_2025 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Committee of Adjustment Meeting_Dec15_2025 - French.pdf
6.
Applications
6.1
A-2-2026 Variance at 396 Route 500 East
1. A-2-2026 Variance 396 Route 500 East.pdf
2. A-2-2026 Derogation 396 Route 500 est.pdf
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A-3-2026 Variance at 555 Limoges Road
1. A-3-2026 Variance 555 Limoges.pdf
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Thu Feb 26, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Public Library Board
Board to review draft fundraising and sponsorship policy
The Nation Library Board will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from September 25 and November 27, 2025, and receive reports on 2025 library statistics. The board will consider a draft Fundraising, Donations and Sponsorships policy, a proposal to change the meeting start time, and a review of 2025 performance with direction for 2026. A strategic discussion will cover the possibility of merging branch catalogs and participation in the June 26, 2026 Proulx Cheese Factory plaque inauguration.
- Review of draft Fundraising, Donations and Sponsorships policy (REP-LB-02-2026)
- Proposal to change Library Board meeting start time (REP-LB-01-2026)
- 2025 Review and 2026 Direction report (REP-LB-03-2026)
- Discussion on combining branch catalogs into one catalog
- Library participation in June 26, 2026 Proulx Cheese Factory plaque inauguration
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✓ Decided: Library Board approves voter help centres, meeting time change, and new fundraising policy
The board adopted its agenda and prior meeting minutes. It approved using the Limoges and St‑Isidore branches as voter help centres for the 2026 municipal election. The board also changed its regular meeting start time to 7:30 p.m., adopted a new fundraising, donations and sponsorships policy, and endorsed the 2025 review report and 2026 strategic directions.
- Adopted agenda (RES-LB-01-2026) – Carried
- Adopted minutes from September 25 and November 27, 2025 (RES-LB-02-2026) – Carried
- Approved Limoges and St‑Isidore branches as voter help centres (RES-LB-03-2026) – Carried
- Changed regular board meeting start time to 7:30 p.m. effective March 26, 2026 (RES-LB-04-2026) – Carried
- Adopted Fundraising, Donations & Sponsorships Policy #POL-LB-01-2026 (RES-LB-05-2026) – Carried
- Received 2025 review report and endorsed 2026 strategic directions (RES-LB-06-2026) – Carried
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Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-LB-01-2026
Date:
Thursday, February 26, 2026
Time:
7 :00 P . m . - 8 :00 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Nicki Fontaine
Prepared by : Aimée Roy, Secretary
Reviewed by: Pierre Leroux, CEO
Meeting open to the public: Members of the public are welcome to attend meetings as observers, except when a meeting is closed to the public in accordance with the Public Libraries Act, 1990 or any other applicable legislation.
1.
Open and Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Minutes
5.1
Minutes of the Library Board Meeting Held on September 25, 2025
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - Public Library Board_Sep25_2025 - English.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Public Library Board_Sep25_2025 - French.pdf
5.2
Minutes of the Library Board Meeting Held on November 27, 2025
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Date:
Time:
Location:
MEE-LB-01-2026
February 26, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Presence of Board
Members
Nicki Fontaine, Chair, Stéphanie Levere, Board Member, Danik
Forgues, Councillor, Board Member, Raymond Lalande,
Councillor, Board Member, Christine Charette, Member
Members Absent: Carl Surprenant, Board member (Motivated absence), Renée
Belhumeur, Board member (Motivated absence)
Presence of Staff: Pierre Leroux, CEO, Aimée Roy, Secretary, Christina Gratto,
Library Manager
Chair: Nicki Fontaine
Prepared by: Aimée Roy, Secretary
Revised by: Pierre Leroux, CEO
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1. Open and Roll Call
2. Additions and Modifications
8.1. Voter Help Centre for 2026 Municipal Elections
3. Adoption of agenda
Resolution: RES-LB-01-2026
Moved by: Danik Forgues
Seconded by: Christine Charette
Be it resolved that the agenda be accepted, including the modifications made
forthwith, as applicable.
Carried
4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
2
None.
5. Adoption of Minutes
Resolution: RES-LB-02-2026
Moved by: Stéphanie Levere
Seconded by: Christine Charette
Be it resolved that the following minutes be adopted as presented:
Minutes of the Library Board Meeting held on September 25, 2025
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Carried
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Tue Feb 24, 2026 · Tuesday, February 24, 2026 - The meeting will commence immediately after the conclusion of the public zoning meeting scheduled for 4:00 p.m.
Special Council Meeting
Council to consider amendment controlling large renewable energy projects
The Special Council will meet on February 24, 2026 at Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman. The council will consider By‑law 14‑2026, an amendment to zoning by‑law #2‑2006 aimed at regulating large‑scale renewable energy projects. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, reports, and public consultations.
- By‑law 14‑2026 amendment to zoning by‑law #2‑2006 to control large‑scale renewable energy projects
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✓ Decided: Council adopted by-laws for renewable energy zoning and meeting confirmation
The council adopted the meeting agenda as presented. It approved By‑law 14‑2026, amending Zoning By‑law #2‑2006 to control large‑scale renewable energy projects. It also adopted By‑law 23‑2026 to confirm the proceedings of the special meeting.
- Adopted agenda (Resolution RES-CM-50-2026) – carried
- Approved By‑law 14‑2026 amendment to Zoning By‑law #2‑2006 – carried
- Approved By‑law 23‑2026 confirming meeting proceedings – carried
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Special Council Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-CM-04-2026
Date:
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Time:
The meeting will commence immediately after the conclusion of the public zoning meeting scheduled for 4:00 p.m.
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Additions and Modifications
3.
Adoption of Agenda
4.
Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5.
Adoption of Council Minutes
6.
Presentations, Delegations, and Petitions
7.
Consent Items
8.
Reports from Departments and Council Committees
9.
Reports from an Investigator or the Ombudsman
10.
Notices of Motion
11.
Resolutions
12.
By-laws
12.1
By-law 14-2026 amendment to zoning by-law #2-2006 to control large-scale renewable energy projects
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Special Council Meeting Minutes
Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
Location:
MEE-CM-04-2026
February 24, 2026
4:00 p.m.
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Presence of Council
Members
Francis Brière, Mayor, Tim Stewart, Councillor ward 1, Alain
Mainville, Councillor ward 2, Raymond Lalande, Councillor ward
4, Daniel Boisvenue, Councillor ward 5
Members Absent: Danik Forgues, Councillor ward 3 (Motivated absence), Marjorie
Drolet, Councillor ward 6 (Motivated absence)
Presence of Municipal
Staff
Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk, Aimée Roy, Clerk, Guylain
Laflèche, Director of Planning
Chair: Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by: Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Revised by: Aimée Roy, Clerk
Video: The recording of the meeting is available for viewing on The Nation’s
YouTube channel.
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1. Roll Call
2. Additions and Modifications
3. Adoption of Agenda
Resolution: RES-CM-50-2026
Moved by: Raymond Lalande
Seconded by: Daniel Boisvenue
2
Be it resolved that the agenda be accepted, including the modifications made
forthwith, as applicable.
Carried
4. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
5. Adoption of Council Minutes
6. Presentations, Delegations, and Petitions
7. Consent Items
8. Reports from Departments and Council Committees
9. Reports from an Investigator or the Ombudsman
10. Notices of Motion
11. Resolutions …
Tue Feb 24, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Public Zoning Meeting
Public meeting on zoning for large-scale renewable energy projects
The Corporation of The Nation Municipality is holding a public zoning meeting to present proposed amendments. The discussion focuses on a zoning by-law amendment to control large-scale renewable energy projects within the municipality's territory.
- Proposed Zoning by-law amendment ZBL-1-2026 (By-law 14-2026) regarding large-scale renewable energy projects
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✓ Decided: Public zoning meeting opened and adjourned; no decisions made
The council opened the public zoning meeting at 4:01 p.m. and adjourned it at 4:07 p.m. No comments were received on the proposed zoning amendment for large‑scale renewable energy projects. No substantive actions or votes on the amendment were taken.
- Opened public zoning meeting (carried)
- Adjourned public zoning meeting (carried)
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Public Zoning Meeting Agenda
Meeting #:
MEE-ZON-02-2026
Date:
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Time:
4 :00 P . m . - 5 :00 P . m .
Location:
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Chair : Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by : Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
Video : Council meetings are streamed live on The Nation’s YouTube channel.
1.
Opening of the public zoning meeting
2.
Presentation of the proposed zoning amendments
2.1
The Nation Municipality Zoning by-law amendment application to control large-scale renewable energy projects within The Nation's territory
1. ZONING AMENDMENT ZBL-1-2026 By-law 14-2026.pdf
2. Modification au zonage, filière ZBL-1-2026, PROJET D'ÉNERGIE RENOUVELABE .pdf
3. By-law 14-2026 Zoning Amend. ZBL-1-2026 LARGE RENEWABLE ENERGY.pdf
3.
Questions and comments
3.1
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4.
Adjournment
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The Corporation of The Nation Municipality
Public Zoning Meeting Minutes
Meeting #:
Date:
Time:
Location:
MEE-ZON-02-2026
February 24, 2026
4:00 p.m.
Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Presence of Council
Members
Francis Brière, Mayor, Tim Stewart, Councillor ward 1, Alain
Mainville, Councillor ward 2, Raymond Lalande, Councillor ward
4, Daniel Boisvenue, Councillor ward 5
Members Absent: Danik Forgues, Councillor ward 3 (motivated absence), Marjorie
Drolet, Councillor ward 6, (motivated absence)
Presence of Municipal
Staff
Pierre Leroux, CAO, Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk, Aimée
Roy, Clerk, Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
Chair: Francis Brière, Mayor
Prepared by: Julie Langlois-Caisse, Deputy Clerk
Revised by: Guylain Laflèche, Director of Planning
Video: The recording of the meeting is available for viewing on The Nation’s
YouTube channel.
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1. Opening of the public zoning meeting
Resolution: RES-CM-48-2026
Moved by: Daniel Boisvenue
Seconded by: Raymond Lalande
Be it resolved that the public meeting convened under Section 34 of the Planning
Act (1990) be opened at 4:01 p.m.
2
Carried
2. Presentation of the proposed zoning amendments
2.1 The Nation Municipality Zoning by-law amendment application to
control large-scale renewable energy projects within The Nation's
territory
3. Questions and comments
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