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The Nation public meetings in 2025

42 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 15, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment Meeting

Committee of Adjustment to review three minor variance applications

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to consider three specific minor variance applications. The body will also review and adopt the minutes from the September 15, 2025, meeting.

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Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Agenda (official)
Thu Dec 11, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to discuss Community Centre Transition Plan

The Nation Municipality is holding a special council meeting to review a report on the Community Centre Transition Plan. This item arises from the regular council meeting held on December 8, 2025.

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✓ Decided: Council approved transition plan for three community centres, effective Jan 1 2026

The council adopted its agenda and then approved Option A of the Community Centre Transition Plan, directing administration to hand over the Fournier, St‑Bernardin and St‑Albert centres on Jan 1 2026 (vote 6‑1). Amendments were passed to reopen the Caledonia Community Centre for the St‑Bernardin Carnaval if needed and to honor the existing seniors‑space agreement at that centre. The council also adopted By‑law 138‑2025 confirming the special meeting proceedings.

Virtual Meeting
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Be it resolved that Council direct Administration to proceed with Option A, an Operational Handoff effective January 1, 2026, as outlined in report #REP-AD-24-2025, for the Fournier, St-Bernardin…
6 yea · 1 nay
Francis Brière yea · Alain Mainville yea · Danik Forgues yea · Raymond Lalande yea · Daniel Boisvenue yea · Marjorie Drolet yea · Tim Stewart nay
Mon Dec 8, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council urges Ontario to keep local conservation authorities, rejecting consolidation plan

The Nation Municipal Council will vote on several consent items, including approval of a $4,020,743.56 accounts payable voucher and a resolution cancelling the November 9, 2026 meeting. Council will also adopt the Electronic and Digital Signature Policy and Digital Seal By‑law, and consider a resolution urging the province to maintain locally governed conservation authorities. Additional by‑law amendments on waste‑management curbside pickup and tipping fees will be presented.

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✓ Decided: Council declares three community centres surplus and waives sale procedures

The council approved the accounts payable voucher for $4,020,743.56 and cancelled the November 9, 2026 meeting. It declared the St‑Albert, Caledonia and Fournier Community Centres surplus and waived all procedural requirements for their disposition. The Digital Signature Policy was adopted, the sports bar operation was continued, and the transition plan for the centres was deferred to a later meeting.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Amendment:
4 yea · 3 nay
Francis Brière yea · Tim Stewart yea · Alain Mainville yea · Marjorie Drolet yea · Danik Forgues nay · Raymond Lalande nay · Daniel Boisvenue nay
Thu Nov 27, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Public Library Board

Library Board will review the 2026 budget proposal

The board will receive a budget update with the Nation Library Budget 2026 proposal. It will also review policies on donations and lost‑damaged library materials, hear updates on the LEAF funding program and operations, and hold a strategic discussion.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts agenda, approves lost‑damaged materials policy, and receives report

The Public Library Board adopted the meeting agenda as presented. The donation‑to‑the‑library policy was deferred for later consideration. The Lost‑Damaged Library Materials Policy was approved. The Board received the Library Summary Report for information.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Thu Nov 27, 2025 · 10:00 AM

Heritage and Culture Steering Committee

Committee will discuss future governance of heritage and culture steering

The Heritage and Culture Steering Committee will review updates on several local projects, including the Proulx Cheese Factory, Caledonia Springs, and the Skye Road School House. It will consider mandatory training on the Integrated Accessibility Standard under the AODA and plan for the 2026 National Heritage Week. The committee will also hold strategic discussions on its future governance and on heritage trust plaques. Recommendations to Council and any motions will be presented before adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends media outreach for National Heritage Week 2026

The committee adopted its meeting agenda after a motion and second. It passed a resolution recommending that committee representatives speak with local media during National Heritage Week in February 2026 to highlight a planned commemorative plaque for the former Proulx Cheese Factory, expected to be completed in summer 2026. No other actions were taken.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Nov 24, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council proposes $75,000 budget amendment for recreation master plan

The council will vote on a $75,000 amendment to the 2026 mayor's budget, removing funding for a new recreation master plan and transferring the amount to the Bridge Reserve. Consent items include approval of a $1,353,076.08 accounts‑payable voucher and receipt of several departmental reports. Two motions request feasibility studies: one on relocating the St‑Isidore library into the community centre bowling alley, and another for a plan to stabilize recreation operating expenses.

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✓ Decided: Council cuts $75,000 from 2026 budget, moves funds to Bridge Reserve

The council approved a $75,000 reduction to the 2026 budget by removing the recreation master‑plan expense and transferring the amount to the Bridge Reserve, lowering the required tax levy. It also approved donations of $1,000 to the Riceville Foodbank and $350 to the Girl Guides of Canada – 1st Casselman Unit, and adopted two by‑laws. A request to pay $3,107.50 for a community‑centre inspection was defeated 2‑to‑5.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Be it resolved that Council approves the request that the municipality pays for the inspection of the Caledonia Community Centre, in the amount of $3,107.50.
5 nay · 2 yea
Tim Stewart yea · Alain Mainville yea · Francis Brière nay · Danik Forgues nay · Raymond Lalande nay · Daniel Boisvenue nay · Marjorie Drolet nay
Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to receive presentation on Code of Conduct

The Nation Municipality will hold a special council meeting to hear from the Integrity Commissioner. The agenda also includes a closed training session for council members and committees.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted agenda, closed session, and confirmed By-law 130‑2025

The council approved the meeting agenda (Resolution RES‑CM‑200‑2025). It then adjourned the meeting to a closed session for training (Resolution RES‑CM‑201‑2025) and reopened it at 7:08 p.m. (Resolution RES‑CM‑202‑2025). Finally, By‑law No. 130‑2025 confirming the special meeting proceedings was read and adopted in all three readings (Resolution RES‑CM‑203‑2025). A notice was given for the regular council meeting on November 24, 2025.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Nov 10, 2025 · 3:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council approves 2026 water financial plan and drain engineer

The Corporation of The Nation Municipality will approve a six-year drinking water financial plan for 2026-2031 and appoint Shade Group Inc. as the engineer for the Gaston Levac Municipal Drain. The meeting also includes the approval of accounts payable totaling $868,871.66.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 6‑year water financial plan and retains UCPR funds

The council approved the 6‑year Water Financial Plan for 2026‑2031 and confirmed the drinking water systems are financially viable. It authorized retaining the remaining $2,450 of a $10,000 UCPR grant to offset senior‑group facility rental rates. The council also approved the November accounts payable voucher for $868,871.66 and adopted By‑law 124‑2025 appointing Shade Group Inc. as engineer for the Gaston Levac Municipal Drain.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Oct 27, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to approve $1,004,486.98 accounts payable voucher

The Nation Municipal Council will adopt its agenda and consider a series of consent items. A motion will approve an accounts payable voucher for $1,004,486.98 covering expenses from October 16 to October 31 2025. The council will also receive reports on proposed fee and charge by‑law changes, a succession‑planning policy for directors and managers, and an Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan for 2025‑2030. Several by‑laws, including the third reading of the Engineer's report for the Remi Gauthier Drain, will be voted on.

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✓ Decided: Council approved phased increase to waste management fees starting 2026

The council adopted a schedule for 2026 council meetings with an August exception. It approved a phased increase to the environmental services charge, starting at $190 per unit in 2026 with $5 annual increments. Several by‑laws were adopted, including the Engineer's report for the Remi Gauthier Drain and the Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan. The council also approved a hall‑rental discount and an $800 donation to Interlude House.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Be it resolved that Council approve a phased increase to the environmental services charge, starting at $190 per unit in 2026, followed by annual increments of $5.00, to be reviewed annually, until…
3 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Tim Stewart yea · Danik Forgues yea · Alain Mainville yea · Raymond Lalande nay · Daniel Boisvenue nay · Marjorie Drolet absent
Be it resolved that By-law 108-2025 to adopt the waste management fees be read and adopted in first, second and third reading.
3 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Tim Stewart yea · Alain Mainville yea · Danik Forgues yea · Raymond Lalande nay · Daniel Boisvenue nay · Marjorie Drolet absent
Tue Oct 14, 2025 · 3:45 PM

Public Zoning Meeting

The Nation Municipality to present proposed zoning amendments

The Corporation of The Nation Municipality is holding a public meeting to present proposed zoning by-law amendments. The session includes a presentation of the amendments followed by a period for questions and comments.

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✓ Decided: Council opened and adjourned the public zoning meeting; no zoning changes approved

The council formally opened the public zoning meeting at 3:45 p.m. and adjourned it at 3:50 p.m. No zoning by‑law amendments were voted on or approved. The meeting included presentations of proposed amendments, but no decisions were made on them.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Tue Oct 14, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to approve $2.69 M accounts payable voucher

The regular council will vote on a motion to approve the accounts payable voucher covering October 1‑15, 2025 for a total of $2,687,738.22. Council will also receive several reports, including the September 2025 drainage report and minutes from regional bodies. A series of by‑law items will be adopted, covering recreation user fees, multiple zoning amendments, a road‑name change, and the engineer's report for the Lionel Levac and Deschamps municipal drains.

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✓ Decided: Council approved multiple zoning amendments, a road name change, and voting method updates

The council adopted the meeting agenda and approved an accounts payable voucher for $2,687,738.22. It approved a bar service policy for community groups, authorized a contract with Voatz for internet and telephone voting in the 2026 municipal election, and approved two charitable donations. The council also adopted a series of by‑laws covering recreation fees, ten zoning amendments, a road name change, and an alternative voting method for the 2026 election.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Thu Sep 25, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Public Library Board

Library Board to review proposed 2026 budget

The Nation Municipality Public Library Board will meet to discuss administrative reports and financial planning. The board is reviewing a proposed budget for 2026 and a new records retention policy.

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✓ Decided: Board endorsed $240,000 2026 library operating budget

The Library Board appointed Carl Surprenant as vice‑president. It adopted a new records retention and disposal policy. The board endorsed the proposed 2026 operating budget of $240,000 and recommended it to the mayor. The board also consented to be subject to the municipal Integrity Commissioner’s jurisdiction.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Sep 22, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council adopts 2026 water, sewer, fire and waste fee by-laws

The Nation Council will vote on a $4,861,488.58 accounts‑payable voucher and consider proposed changes to the Accessibility Advisory Committee’s terms of reference. It will review the 2025 Asset Management Plan and proposed 2026 rates for water, wastewater, fire services and waste management. Several by‑laws establishing the 2026 charges for fire, environment, water and sewer maintenance will be adopted.

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✓ Decided: Council approved 2025 Asset Management Plan and five‑year rate increase schedule

The council adopted the 2025 Asset Management Plan and endorsed a five‑year schedule of rate increases for tax‑funded, water‑rate‑funded, and wastewater‑rate‑funded assets. It also approved the 2026 water and sewer rates, the 2026 fire charge rate, and several by‑laws covering accessibility, fire, water, and sewer fees. Additional actions included a $1,000 donation to the Limoges Recreation Committee and adding Le Club d’art L’Amitié to the pre‑approved hall‑rental discount list.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Sep 15, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment Meeting

Committee reviews two minor variance applications for Route 400 West and Seguinbourg

The Committee of Adjustment will consider two minor variance applications. Application A-8-2025 concerns 2132 Route 400 West, and application A-9-2025 concerns 25 Seguinbourg. The committee will review the requested derogations and variances. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Sep 8, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to approve $2,794,278.25 accounts payable voucher

The Regular Council will adopt the agenda and consider several budget request presentations, including repairs on Route 700 and an amphitheatre at Rodolphe Latreille Park. A consent motion will approve an accounts payable voucher for $2,794,278.25 covering expenses from August 16 to September 15, 2025. The council will also receive reports from the Superintendent of Drainage and the South Nation Conservation Board, and consider three by‑law items, including adopting a new Code of Conduct.

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✓ Decided: Council approved water transmission main projects and multiple community donations

The council adopted all consent items, approved the transmission main projects PZ-1 and PZ-2, and endorsed a special occasion permit for Ferme Albert Forgues. It also approved several donations to local groups, cancelled property taxes for listed properties, and adopted three by‑laws including a new code of conduct.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Sep 8, 2025 · 3:45 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to consider engineer's report and adopt by-law for Remi Gauthier Drain

The Special Council will review the engineer's report for the Remi Gauthier Municipal Drain prepared by Shade Group Inc. and consider By-law 94-2025 to adopt that report, with first and second readings scheduled. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, adoption of the agenda, disclosures of pecuniary interest, and public consultations.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts agenda and passes by-law adopting engineer's drain report

The council approved the meeting agenda after a motion by Danik Forgues and second by Marjorie Drolet. A resolution was carried to adopt By-law 94-2025, which accepts the Engineer’s Report on the Remi Gauthier Municipal Drain, including the Dupont‑Gauthier Branch, after first and second readings. Both actions were recorded as carried.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Thu Aug 21, 2025 · 10:00 AM

Heritage and Culture Steering Committee

Committee will discuss 2026 budget recommendations and terms of reference

The Heritage and Culture Steering Committee will meet on August 21, 2025 to review prior minutes, receive presentations, and discuss updates on projects. The primary new business item is a discussion of the committee’s terms of reference and recommendations for the 2026 budget to be presented to council. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call, disclosures, and a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends $10,000 budget for 2026 projects

The Heritage and Culture Steering Committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the April 10 and June 26, 2025 meetings. It formally recommended that Council allocate $10,000 for the committee’s 2026 projects, and the recommendation was carried. The committee confirmed that Tim Stewart will continue as chair.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Aug 11, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to adopt Community Safety Plan and approve $3.27M accounts payable

The Council will consider a series of consent items, including approval of accounts payable totaling $3,270,073.56 for the period June 25 – August 15 2025. It will receive reports from the South Nation Conservation Board, the Drainage Superintendent, and the Ontario Provincial Police Hawkesbury Detachment. The Council will adopt the United Counties of Prescott and Russell’s Community Safety and Well‑Being Plan dated May 2025. Additional items include adopting By‑law 90‑2025 (Committee of Adjustment), adopting By‑law 91‑2025 (Code of Conduct), and reviewing the Digital Investment Attraction and Retail Market Readiness Project.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a $3.27 M accounts payable voucher and key community initiatives

The council adopted the agenda and minutes, then approved all consent items, including a $3,270,073.56 accounts payable voucher. It approved a funding application under the Rural Ontario Development Program for a digital investment and retail market readiness project, and adopted the United Counties’ Community Safety and Well‑Being Plan. The council granted a one‑day noise‑bylaw exemption, approved a $600 donation to Maison de la Famille Embrun, adopted By‑law 90‑2025 to create a Committee of Adjustment, and authorized the donation of bar profits to the St‑Albert Community Group.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Wed Aug 6, 2025 · 1:00 PM

Accessibility Advisory Committee

Administration presents new Committee By‑law and eScribe transition

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will review several updates, including a presentation on a new committee by‑law and the move to the eScribe system. Members will also receive verbal reports on arena renovations and washroom access improvements, and discuss drafts of terms of reference and the 2026 municipal election accessibility plan.

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Thu Jun 26, 2025 · 10:00 AM

Heritage and Culture Steering Committee

✓ Decided: Committee will prepare a Council report on activities, projects, budget and terms

The committee appointed Tim Stewart as acting chair until a council appointment. The meeting agenda was adopted. The committee resolved to prepare a report for council that will include a summary of activities, upcoming projects, the 2026 budget, and recommendations to amend the terms of reference. The meeting was adjourned at 11:20 a.m.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Tue Jun 24, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Public Library Board

The Nation Public Library Board meets virtually on June 24, 2025

The The Nation Public Library Board will hold a virtual meeting on June 24, 2025, to discuss agenda items, library updates, and strategic matters. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom and will include a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Library Board allocates $5,000 for new books

The Nation Public Library Board approved a $5,000 budget for purchasing new books for the collection. The meeting was opened, the agenda was adopted, and the meeting was adjourned, all by unanimous resolution.

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Mon Jun 23, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to review $4.4 million in accounts payable and 2024 audited financial statements

The Nation Municipality Council will meet to approve several by-laws and financial reports. Key items include the adoption of the 2024 Consolidated Audited Financial Statements and a new procurement policy.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2024 audited financial statements and authorizes signatures

The council received and approved the 2024 Audited Consolidated Financial Statements, authorizing the Mayor, Treasurer and Clerk to sign them. It also approved the use of the Environment Reserve Fund for the Langlais Road reconstruction and the purchase of four storage units for the Sports Complex. Additional actions included a noise‑bylaw exemption, adoption of several by‑laws, and a $375 donation to the Prescott‑Russell Autism Group.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Jun 23, 2025 · 4:15 PM

Public Zoning Meeting

Public meeting to discuss zoning amendment for 920 Calypso Street

The Corporation of The Nation Municipality is holding a public zoning meeting to present a proposed zoning amendment. The body will hear questions and comments regarding a specific application for a property on Calypso Street.

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✓ Decided: Meeting opened and adjourned as scheduled

The council adopted a resolution to open the public zoning meeting at 4:30 p.m., and later adopted a resolution to adjourn the meeting at 4:20 p.m. No substantive zoning decisions were made.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Thu Jun 12, 2025 · 8:00 PM

Public Library Board

Public Library Board to discuss 2025 and 2026 budgets

The Nation Municipality Public Library Board is meeting to review financial planning and operations. The board will discuss the 2025 and 2026 budgets and receive an operational update.

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Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Jun 9, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council approves 2025 tax rates and drainage report

The Nation Municipality Council will approve final 2025 tax rates, accounts payable totaling $954,767.15, and a drainage report. The meeting includes a presentation on financial statements and a request for a donation of promotional items for a hospital foundation.

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✓ Decided: Council requests Ontario to review and increase drainage grant funding

The council adopted the 2024 audited financial statements and approved all consent items, including a $954,767.15 accounts payable voucher and a hall‑rental discount for RTOERO – EstaRiO District 45. It passed a resolution asking the province to review municipal drainage grant allocations and consider more support. Additional resolutions adopted a client‑service policy, requests for fair inter‑municipal property tax treatment, and by‑laws for a zoning amendment and 2025 tax rates.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon May 26, 2025 · 4:15 PM

Public Zoning Meeting

Consider ZBL-2-2025 zoning amendment for 1350 Concession Rd. 9, Caledonia

The Corporation of The Nation Municipality will present the ZBL-2-2025 amendment to Zoning By-law 2-2006 for the property at 1350 Concession Road 9 in Caledonia. Attendees may discuss and comment on the proposed changes. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Council opened and adjourned the public zoning meeting

The council formally opened the public zoning meeting at 4:15 p.m. and adjourned it at 4:19 p.m. No zoning amendment was discussed or decided upon, and there were no questions or comments from the public.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon May 26, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Committee of Adjustment Meeting

Committee to review minor variance for Haspegouw Farm

The Minor Variance Committee will meet to consider one application for a minor variance. The body will also review and adopt the minutes from the March 24, 2025, meeting.

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Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon May 26, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council approves $988,642.99 accounts payable voucher for May 2025

The Council will vote on a motion to approve an accounts payable voucher for the period May 16‑31, 2025, totaling $988,642.99. The meeting also includes consent items authorizing the Innovation Park Phase 2 subdivision and zoning amendment, adopting several new HR and workplace policies, and receiving financial results for January‑April 2025. Additional reports and by‑law motions on the Integrity Commissioner, Faubert Drain engineering appointment, and council procedures will be considered.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 2025‑2031 Strategic Plan for The Nation Municipality

The council approved the municipality's 2025‑2031 Strategic Plan. It also adopted new Transparency and Accountability, and Council‑Staff Relations policies. A $565 donation to the Groupe Communautaire St‑Albert was approved, and the council endorsed the Riceville Agricultural Society’s liquor licence request. Three by‑laws establishing an Integrity Commissioner office, appointing Shade Group Inc. as engineer for the Faubert Drain, and confirming council procedures were adopted.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Tue May 20, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Special Council Meeting

Council to review draft strategic plan for 2025-2031

The Corporation of The Nation Municipality will hold a virtual special council meeting to review the second draft of the 2025-2031 Strategic Plan and its proposed milestones. The meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted the meeting agenda

The council approved the agenda for the special meeting by passing resolution RES-CM-87-2025. The motion was moved by Councillor Raymond Lalande and seconded by Councillor Alain Mainville. The resolution was carried without a recorded vote tally. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

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Mon May 12, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to approve contract with GFL Environmental for waste disposal

The council will consider several consent items, including payment of $564,087.29, and receive reports on building permits, drainage, and arena renovations. It will adopt By‑law #76‑2025 authorizing a contract with GFL Environmental Inc. for non‑hazardous waste disposal. Additional by‑laws on council remuneration and delegation authority will also be adopted.

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✓ Decided: Council authorizes contract with GFL Environmental for waste disposal

The council approved several consent items, including a $564,087.29 accounts payable voucher and reports on building permits, drainage, and arena renovations. It adopted the St‑Isidore Water Master Plan and placed key HR and monitoring policies under CAO oversight. By‑laws were passed to update council remuneration, amend delegation of authority, and authorize a waste‑disposal contract with GFL Environmental. Additional approvals included reserve‑fund use for Caledonia Hall repairs and new travel and vehicle use policies.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Apr 28, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to approve $1.62 M accounts payable voucher

The Nation Council will adopt its agenda and consider a series of consent items. Items include new pickleball user fees for the 2025 pilot at the Nation Sports Complex, the 2024 building annual report, the 2024 development charges report, and an updated workplace harassment, discrimination and violence policy. The council will also approve an accounts payable voucher totaling $1,618,275.73 for expenses incurred April 16‑30, 2025. Additional reports on water system inspections, winter parking, and operational policies will be received.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted multiple by‑laws, approved website budget and recreation fees

The council approved the agenda and most consent items, then separately approved user fees for new Pickleball courts and a $45,359.64 allocation for the 2026 municipal website project. It adopted a package of by‑laws covering parking restrictions, drain‑maintenance levies and a restructuring agreement with neighboring municipalities, and approved a $600 sponsorship for a local charity golf tournament. The council also deferred review of certain operational policies to a later meeting.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Apr 14, 2025 · 4:15 PM

Public Zoning Meeting

Proposed zoning amendment for 757 Aurèle Road (By-law #2-2006)

The council will present a proposed amendment to Zoning By-law #2-2006 that would change the zoning of the property at 757 Aurèle Road. The amendment is identified as ZBL-1-2025 and is provided in two PDF attachments. After the presentation, members of the public may ask questions and provide comments. No formal vote or decision is scheduled for this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Public zoning meeting opened and adjourned; no zoning decisions taken

The council opened the public zoning meeting at 4:15 p.m. (Resolution RES-CM-46-2025) and adjourned it at 4:18 p.m. (Resolution RES-CM-47-2025). No questions, comments, or decisions were made on the proposed amendment to Zoning By-law #2‑2006 for 757 Aurèle Road.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Apr 14, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to amend zoning by-law for 757 Aurele Road

The Nation Council will consider several consent items, including approval of a $1,581,024.73 accounts payable voucher. It will receive reports on drainage, building permits, and an alternative voting method for the 2026 municipal elections. Resolutions will be voted on to hire a Director of Recreation and to adopt three by‑law changes, one of which amends the zoning by‑law for 757 Aurele Road.

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✓ Decided: Council approved internet and telephone voting for the 2026 municipal elections

The council adopted alternative voting methods—internet and telephone—for the 2026 municipal elections, with a by‑law to be drafted later. It also approved the hiring of Justin Lafrance as Director of Recreation effective March 31, 2025. Three by‑laws were adopted, including a zoning amendment for 757 Aurele Road, part lot control on Machabee Street, and authorizing French in the 2026 elections. The council approved an accounts payable voucher of $1,581,024.73 and several community donations.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Mar 24, 2025 · 3:15 PM

Committee of Adjustment Meeting

Committee of Adjustment to review five minor variance applications

The Minor Variance Committee will meet to consider five different applications for minor variances. The body will also review and adopt the minutes from the January 27, 2025, meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves five minor variance applications on Route 500 and Route 900

The Minor Variance Committee accepted five applications to modify zoning requirements. Changes include reducing front setbacks, allowing basement accessory apartments, adjusting distances for a poultry barn, and increasing accessory structure sizes. All resolutions were carried without recorded vote counts.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Mar 24, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to approve 20‑year solid waste disposal contract with GFL Environmental

The Nation Municipal Council will consider a series of consent items, including a resolution to extend the municipal solid waste disposal agreement with GFL Environmental Inc. to 20 years. The meeting also includes a presentation of the first draft of the 2025‑2031 Strategic Plan and a presentation from Rural Impact Canada. Several by‑law motions will be voted on, such as a zoning amendment for 583 Limoges Road and appointments to the Animal Control Tribunal, Fire Chief, and Municipal Weed Inspector.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a 20‑year solid waste disposal contract with GFL Environmental

The council approved a 20‑year agreement with GFL Environmental Inc. for municipal solid waste disposal, keeping all other contract terms unchanged. It also adopted several by‑laws, including a zoning amendment for 583 Limoges Road and appointments for the Animal Control Tribunal and Fire Chief. The council gave in‑principle approval for a community garden at 135 Herbert Street and updated hall and arena rental rates. Two donations of $2,000 each were approved for local community groups.

Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Thu Mar 20, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Joint meeting between The Nation and Casselman

Joint meeting to discuss municipal restructuring proposal

The Municipalities of Casselman and The Nation are holding a special joint public meeting. The session focuses on a proposal for municipal restructuring, including a public presentation and comments from Council and the public.

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✓ Decided: Council appointed chair, adopted procedural bylaw and confirmed agenda

The joint council appointed Geneviève Lajoie as chair, adopted the Municipality of Casselman procedural bylaw, approved the agenda, confirmed By‑Law 2025‑1‑CN on council procedures, and adjourned the meeting at 8:13 p.m.

J.R. Brisson Complex Community Hall
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Mon Feb 24, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council adopts new Water and Sewer By-laws and repeals outdated ones

The Nation Municipality Council will vote on consent items to adopt Water By-law #5‑2025, repealing By‑law 53‑2021, and Sewer By-law #6‑2025, repealing By‑law 107‑2012. A motion will renew By‑law No. 4‑2024, extending the prohibition on new large‑scale renewable energy facilities for another twelve months. The council will also consider a resolution urging the Ontario government to undertake a comprehensive social and economic prosperity review. An accounts payable voucher for $675,955.68 will be approved.

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Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Tue Feb 18, 2025 · 9:00 AM

Special Council Meeting

Special Council holds a working session on the 2034 Strategic Plan

The Nation Municipality Special Council will conduct a working session to review the existing Strategic Plan 2034, as indicated by the agenda items and attached PDFs. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call, adoption of the agenda, reports, and public consultations. No specific resolutions, by‑laws, or contracts are listed for decision at this session.

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St-Albert Community Centre
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Mon Feb 10, 2025 · 4:30 AM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to consider extending ban on large-scale renewable energy facilities

The Nation Municipal Council will discuss an Asset Management Plan and a petition regarding the 2025 budget. The body is also reviewing a proposed extension of a by-law prohibiting new large-scale renewable energy projects.

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Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Jan 27, 2025 · 3:15 PM

Committee of Adjustment Meeting

Committee of Adjustment to review two minor variance requests

The Minor Variance Committee will meet to consider two specific property variance applications. The body will also review and adopt the minutes from the November 25, 2024, meeting.

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Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Jan 27, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Public Zoning Meeting

Presentation of proposed zoning amendments for lot 28, Concession 1 and 583 Limoges Road

The municipal council will present two proposed zoning amendments: File #ZBL-11-2024 affecting part of lot 28, Concession 1 in the former Township of Cambridge, and File #ZBL-16-2024 concerning 583 Limoges Road. After the presentation, the council will take questions and comments from the public. The meeting will then be adjourned.

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Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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Mon Jan 27, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Regular Council Meeting

Council to approve $3.41M accounts payable and adopt new environmental and tax by‑laws

The regular council meeting will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from previous meetings, and consider a series of consent items. Key decisions include approving an accounts payable voucher for $3,409,280.94 covering January 2025, extending a contract for crushing granular material, and adopting By‑law #3‑2025 for environmental charges (repealing By‑law #147‑2024) and By‑law #4‑2025 for interim taxes. The council will also hear a public zoning meeting and a delegation on the St‑Viateur Long‑Term Care project.

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Town Hall, 958 Route 500 West, Casselman
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