Wasaga Beach, ON

Wasaga Beach Public Library Board

This is the agenda for the Wasaga Beach Public Library Board meeting on August 24, 2026. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded content placeholders, with no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions. The meeting appears to be scheduled, but no specific business is outlined in the provided text.

Town Hall Public Meeting

This is an open-mic Town Hall Public Meeting where residents can ask questions in person on any town matter, including beachfront development, the new high school and community hub, or road construction. No minutes will be produced for this meeting. The agenda contains only this single item and no attachments.

• Open-mic format for public questions on any town matter
• Topics may include beachfront development, Wasaga Beach's first high school and community hub, and road construction
• No minutes will be produced

Special Council Meeting

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Accessibility Advisory Committee

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Council

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Climate Action Advisory Committee

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Committee of Adjustment

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Council

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Council

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Committee of Adjustment

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Committee of Adjustment

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Committee of Adjustment

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Special Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a brief public portion followed by a closed session. The only substantive item is a closed-session discussion about a proposed or pending property acquisition or disposition, as permitted under the Municipal Act. No decisions are expected in the open session.

• Closed session item: Property Acquisition/Disposition (Section 239(2)(c))

Council

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Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Wasaga Beach Accessibility Advisory Committee will hold a meeting on August 6, 2026. The agenda provided contains no substantive items beyond procedural boilerplate. No decisions, discussions, or notable items are listed.

Property Standards Committee

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Special Council Meeting

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The special council meeting was largely procedural, with the only substantive action being a closed session to discuss litigation and a medical clinic matter. Council approved the agenda and a confirming by-law, and provided staff direction on the medical clinic during the closed session. No other decisions were made.

• Approved agenda for July 27, 2026 (COU-2026-186)
• Entered closed session for litigation and medical clinic discussions (COU-2026-187)
• Approved confirming by-law 2026-51 (COU-2026-188)

Council

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Council declared intimate partner violence an epidemic in Wasaga Beach and called on Ontario to pass Bill 55. It also supported resolutions for expanded traffic calming funding, Finlay's Law to reduce ER wait times, modernized invasive plant rules, and integrated housing for adults with developmental disabilities. Council approved the elimination of the 2nd Street boat launch improvements, saving about $400,000, and directed staff to report on beachfront vendor options and complimentary Wi-Fi.

• Declared intimate partner violence an epidemic (7-0)
• Supported Finlay's Law and ER wait time reduction (7-0)
• Supported expanded traffic calming funding (7-0)
• Approved elimination of 2nd Street boat launch improvements, saving ~$400,000
• Approved transfer of Rotary Club naming rights to RecPlex Oakview Room
• Approved Municipal Accommodation Tax Use Policy
• Directed staff to report on beachfront vendors and Wi-Fi
• Authorized EOI for Water and Wastewater Public Service Corporation

Committee of Adjustment

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• No notable items

The Wasaga Beach Committee of Adjustment approved Application B00926 for a consent to sever Lot 59 on Lily Drive, creating one new lot. The approval includes conditions such as a 5% parkland contribution, a deposited reference plan, and a lot grading plan. The motion was carried unanimously.

• Approved Application B00926 for lot severance at Lot 59 Lily Drive (carried)
• Adopted minutes of June 17, 2026 meeting (carried)

Age-Friendly Community Advisory Committee

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Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

This advisory committee meeting covers updates on tourism initiatives and local development projects. Staff will present information on the Four Season Destination strategy, the Best Beach Experience program, and next steps for the Tourism Development Master Plan. The agenda also includes updates on Nancy Island and Beach 1 development, plus workforce development efforts. No binding decisions or public hearings are scheduled for this session.

• Four Season Destination strategy update
• Best Beach Experience program review
• Tourism Development Master Plan next steps
• Nancy Island project discussion
• Beach 1 Development and workforce development updates

Council

Council is holding a public meeting under the Planning Act to receive comments on a proposed new comprehensive zoning by-law. They will also consider audited financial statements, a one-year beach maintenance agreement with the province, and authorize negotiation to potentially expropriate 10 Main Street for downtown revitalization.

• Public meeting on new comprehensive zoning by-law
• $5,000 sponsorship for Rockin the River event on August 8, 2026
• One-year Licence and Beach Maintenance Agreement with Province of Ontario
• Authorization to negotiate purchase and potentially expropriate 10 Main Street
• Approval of 2025 audited financial statements and carryovers

Council approved the purchase and potential expropriation of 10 Main Street to support the Downtown Community Improvement Plan. The board also approved the 2025 Audited Financial Statements and a one-year beach maintenance agreement with the Province. A sponsorship grant for the Rockin the River event was defeated.

• Authorized purchase and potential expropriation of 10 Main Street (Carried)
• Approved 2025 Audited Financial Statements and 2026 carryover amounts (Carried)
• Approved one-year Licence and Beach Maintenance Agreement with the Province (Carried)
• Denied $5,000 sponsorship grant for Rockin the River event (3-3 tie, Defeated)
• Denied $2,500 sponsorship grant for Rockin the River event (Defeated)
• Proclaimed September 9, 2026, as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Day (Carried)

Special Council Meeting - Geosands Inc. AGM

Council will receive Geosands Inc.'s 2025 year in review and audited financial statements. They will vote to approve the financial statements, reappoint KPMG as auditor, and confirm board appointments for Geosands Inc., Wasaga Distribution Inc., and Wasaga Resource Services Inc.

• Approve Geosands Inc. 2025 audited financial statements
• Reappoint KPMG LLP as auditor for 2026 fiscal year
• Confirm Geosands Inc. board: Brian Smith, Peter Preager, Keith McAllister, Robin Plumb, Jeffrey Harper
• Confirm Wasaga Distribution Inc. board: Brian Smith, John Wiersma, Ron Stevens, Raymond Trask, Gerald Wright
• Confirm Wasaga Resource Services Inc. board: Brian Smith, Bruce Young, Paul Trace, Charlie Adams, Dino Dzoutzidis

Wasaga Beach Public Library Board

The Wasaga Beach Public Library Board is meeting to approve the agenda and past minutes, hear reports from the board chair, councillor, and working groups, and receive the CEO's monthly report. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings.

Special Council Meeting

Council will move into closed session to discuss a proposed acquisition or disposition of land. The public portion includes standard procedural items and a confirmatory by-law.

• Closed session: property acquisition/disposition
• By-law 2026-47 to confirm proceedings

Council met for a special session primarily to discuss property acquisition and disposition in a closed session. No public votes on specific land deals were recorded, though staff direction was provided following the private discussion.

• Approved agenda for June 17, 2026 (Carried)
• Entered closed session to discuss property acquisition/disposition (Carried)
• Passed By-law 2026-47 to confirm proceedings of the special meeting (Carried)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee will consider six property-related applications including minor variances and a consent request. These items involve various residential properties across Wasaga Beach.

• Minor variance for 944 River Road East
• Consent application for Mapleside Drive, Lot 78
• Incidental minor variance for 33-31st Street South
• Incidental minor variance for 15 Forest Avenue
• Incidental minor variance for 246 River Road East

Council

Council will enact a zoning by-law amendment for Sunray Beach Drive Inc. They will also decide on a three-year extension for the Marlwood subdivision, approve a request for expressions of interest for a large-scale light attraction, and present a $300,000 cheque to the humane society. A beachfront purchase agreement report is pending.

• Zoning By-law Amendment Z00426 for Sunray Beach Drive Inc
• Three-year extension of draft approval for Marlwood Plan of Subdivision (48 lots) until 2029
• Approval of RFEOI for a large-scale, ticketed evening light-based attraction
• Cheque presentation to Georgian Triangle Humane Society for $300,000 over 10 years
• Closed session to discuss beachfront lease negotiations

Council approved the sale of multiple beachfront properties to Sunray Beach Drive Inc. under the terms and conditions of the Agreement of Purchase and Sale, and authorized the Mayor and Clerk to execute the agreements. Council also approved a Request for Expressions of Interest for a light-based attraction, a three-year extension for the Marlwood subdivision, and a zoning by-law amendment. Several reports and proclamations were received or adopted.

• Approved beachfront property sale to Sunray (COU-2026-150)
• Approved RFEOI for large-scale light-based attraction (COU-2026-145)
• Approved three-year extension for Marlwood subdivision (COU-2026-145)
• Enacted zoning by-law amendment Z00426 for Sunray Beach Drive Inc. (COU-2026-145)
• Received Q1 2026 financial report (7-0)
• Received Q1 2026 casino funding report (7-0)
• Proclaimed National Dental Care Day (Oct 10) and St. John Ambulance Week (June 21-27)

Age-Friendly Community Advisory Committee

The Age-Friendly Community Advisory Committee will review the minutes from their April meeting and discuss supporting a pilot project for hearing assistive devices at the Wasaga Beach Public Library. The group will also receive updates on various work groups and the upcoming Senior Expo.

• Support pilot project for hearing assistive devices at Wasaga Beach Public Library
• Review minutes from April 14, 2026 meeting
• Receive Senior Expo Sub-Committee updates
• Review Age-Friendly Committee Chair and Coordinator reports
• Receive updates from Red Cross, YMCA, and Senior Active Living Centre

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The committee will hear a deputation from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Facilities on a beach accessibility update. They will also receive updates on a bicycle bylaw and a timeline extension for the 2022-2026 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. Additionally, the committee will review minutes from May 6 and plan for the Seniors Information and Active Living Expo on June 24.

• Deputation: Beach Accessibility Update by Lee Furlotte, Director of Parks, Recreation and Facilities
• Update on Bicycle By-law from committee liaison Barbara Kane
• Update on 2022-2026 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan timeline extension by Nicole Rubli
• Seniors Information and Active Living Expo scheduled for June 24 at RecPlex
• Adoption of May 6, 2026 meeting minutes

Property Standards Committee

The Property Standards Committee will hear a contravention case involving BDO Canada Limited at 381 Mosley Street. The agenda includes adoption of past minutes and standard procedural items.

• Property standards contravention hearing for BDO Canada Limited at 381 Mosley Street (legal description: PLAN 608 LOTS 13-14, JESSIE ST LOTS 15-16, PLAN 624 LOTS 1-3, S CHARLES ST, etc.)

The Committee heard a case regarding an order dated March 24, 2026, for BDO Canada Limited of 381 Mosley Street. Following submissions from Officer Piatetskii and the appellant's representative, the Committee decided to rescind the order. This action was taken due to an ongoing court proceeding in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice.

• Approved minutes from April 14, 2026 meeting
• Rescinded Order dated March 24, 2026 for BDO Canada Limited (381 Mosley Street)

Council

Council will consider a by-law to amend zoning at 31 Marlwood, approve a $11,000 swim zone expansion from 3rd to 12th Street in Beach Area One, and authorize a $40,000 sidewalk project on Silver Birch Avenue. They will also receive the Wasaga Beach Sports and Entertainment 2025 audited financials and discuss a property acquisition in closed session.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 31 Marlwood (By-law 2026-43)
• Swim zone expansion in Beach Area One from 3rd to 12th Street, $11,000 funded from reserves
• Silver Birch Avenue sidewalk: 130m of concrete sidewalk for $40,000, to be considered in 2027 budget
• Mandatory liability insurance for facility rentals effective June 1, 2026
• In-kind use of Stars Arena walking track for Special Olympics Walk-a-thon on July 18, 2026

Council approved including a $40,000 concrete sidewalk on Silver Birch Avenue in the first draft of the 2027 budget. They also approved expanding the swim zone in Beach Area One at an $11,000 cost funded from reserves or surplus. An in-kind contribution of the arena walking track was approved for a Special Olympics walk-a-thon. The zoning by-law for 31 Marlwood was passed, and various reports were received.

• Approved Silver Birch Ave sidewalk project for 2027 budget consideration (7-0)
• Approved Beach Area One swim zone expansion, $11,000 from reserves (7-0)
• Approved in-kind use of arena track for Special Olympics walk-a-thon July 18 (7-0)
• Passed zoning by-law amendment 2026-43 (31 Marlwood)
• Received Warming Centre End of Season Summary (7-0)
• Received April 2026 Fire Report and other consent items
• Approved mandatory liability insurance for facility rentals effective June 1, 2026

Wasaga Beach Public Library Board

The board will receive several reports including a CFO report on the Arena and Library Project Summary, a presentation on the K-12 Community Hub and traffic considerations, and new policies on children in the library and political elections. Other routine items include adopting minutes and receiving committee updates.

• Presentation on K-12 Community Hub and Traffic Considerations
• CFO's Report on Arena and Library Project Summary (May 14, 2026)
• Receiving Children in the Library Policy
• Receiving Library and Political Elections Policy
• May Library CEO Report

The Wasaga Beach Public Library Board approved two new policies regarding children in the library and political elections. The Board also received updates on the K-12 Community Hub project and the Chief Financial Officer's project summary.

• Approved Children in the Library Policy (CARRIED)
• Approved Library and Political Elections Policy (CARRIED)
• Approved April 27, 2026 meeting minutes (CARRIED)
• Received K-12 Community Hub and Traffic Considerations presentation (CARRIED)
• Received Chief Financial Officer's Arena and Library Project Summary (CARRIED)
• Received May Library CEO Report (CARRIED)

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment considers eight applications: four minor variances, two consents, and two easements. All have staff recommendations for approval with conditions. The committee will vote on each.

• Minor variance for 768 Shore Lane
• Minor variance for 534 Bluewater Lane
• Consent application for 3350 Mosley St / 53 69th St N (B00326)
• Easement applications at 3350 Mosley St / 53 69th St N (B00426, B00626)
• Consent for 21 Wood Avenue (B00526)

The Committee of Adjustment approved four minor variance applications (A01126, A01226, A01326, A01426) and one consent application (B00326) for lot creation. All applications were supported by planning staff and passed without opposition. No public comments were received.

• Approved minor variance A01126 for deck and addition at 768 Shore Lane (carried)
• Approved minor variance A01226 for larger garage at 534 Bluewater Lane (carried)
• Approved minor variance A01326 for addition to non-complying dwelling at 12 58th Street South (carried)
• Approved minor variance A01426 for two-storey accessory building at 4 William Avenue (carried)
• Approved consent application B00326 to create one new lot on Mosley Street and 69th Street North (carried)

Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

The Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee will discuss its remaining term focus areas, including Best Beach Designation, Four Season tourism, TDMP, Celebrating the Arts, and Beach Life advice. Other business includes updates on BYOB, the federal budget's impact, committee mandate review, and event strategy.

• Review of term focus areas: Best Beach Designation, Four Season, TDMP, Celebrating the Arts, Beach Life, Website Review
• BYOB Update
• Federal Budget (Trade Union) discussion
• Committee Mandate review
• Event Strategy discussion

Special Council - WBSE MSC Shareholder Meeting

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Council

Council is deciding on final agreements for a K-12 school and community hub with the Catholic school board, adopting a new beach bylaw with a $200 work permit fee, and setting a moratorium on new commercial jet ski licenses for 2026. They will also discuss branding strategy, a FlixBus marketing partnership, and whether to allow BYOB at events or beach alcohol consumption.

• K-12 School and Community Hub: Council to delegate authority to finalize project, lease, and shared use agreements with Simcoe Muskoka Catholic DSB
• Beach Bylaw: Adopt By-law 2026-39 with $200 work permit fee
• Commercial Jet Ski: Establish moratorium on new licenses for 2026, limit to one operator
• Liquor Law Amendments: Council not to proceed with BYOB or designate beaches for alcohol consumption
• Aerial Attraction: Approve release of RFEOI for a signature aerial attraction as part of Destination Wasaga

Council approved the sale of multiple beachfront properties to Sunray Beach Drive Inc., including 31 Beach Drive, part of 40 Mosley Street, and several Main Street parcels, after amending the motion to require staff to bring back the finalized agreement for further consideration. The vote was 6-0 with one absent. Other decisions included adopting a new beach bylaw, imposing a moratorium on new commercial jet ski licenses (5-1), declining to permit BYOB at public events, and delegating authority to finalize a school-hub agreement.

• Approved Sunray beachfront land sale with amendment to return finalized agreement (6-0)
• Adopted Beach By-law 2026-39 with $200 work permit fee (6-0)
• Imposed moratorium on new commercial jet ski licenses for 2026, limit to one operator (5-1)
• Declined to develop BYOB bylaw or designate beaches for alcohol consumption (6-0)
• Received branding and wayfinding strategy report (6-0)
• Delegated authority to Mayor, CAO and Clerk to finalize K-12 school hub agreements (6-0)
• Approved release of RFEOI for aerial attraction development (consent)
• Adopted indemnification bylaw amendment (6-0)

Age-Friendly Community Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Age-Friendly Community Advisory Committee appears to be purely procedural, as the agenda contains only technical boilerplate and no specific items for discussion or decision. No rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are listed.

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee will hear presentations on the Destination Wasaga Master Plan and a bicycle by-law update. They will consider recommending to Council the purchase of an Auraloop hearing assistive device for Town Hall and the TPAL. The committee will also receive the 2025 Final Accessibility Plan Status Report.

• Joint report recommending purchase of Auraloop Hearing Assistive Device for Town Hall and TPAL
• Presentation on Destination Wasaga Master Plan by Urban Design Strategies
• Deputation on Bicycle By-law update
• 2025 Accessibility Plan Annual Status Report received

The Accessibility Advisory Committee received presentations and made several recommendations. They supported an Auraloop hearing assistive device pilot project with the Public Library Board, backed an EASE grant application for an accessible front door at the Youth/Seniors Active Living Centre, and recommended bicycle awareness signage be considered in the 2027 budget. The committee also received the Destination Wasaga Master Plan presentation and provided accessibility feedback.

• Received April 1, 2026 minutes as presented (AAC-2026-29)
• Received Destination Wasaga Master Plan presentation (AAC-2026-30)
• Recommended Auraloop Hearing Assistive Device pilot with Library Board, to request sample device (AAC-2026-31)
• Supported Recreation Services' EASE Grant application for accessible front door (AAC-2026-32)
• Recommended bicycle awareness signage for 2027 budget consideration (AAC-2026-33)
• Received 2025 Final Accessibility Plan Status Report (AAC-2026-34)
• Recommended digital accessibility package and review of mobility device rentals in 2027-2030 plan (AAC-2026-35)

Council

At this meeting, Wasaga Beach Council will vote on the 2026 tax rate bylaw and two new development charge bylaws for town-wide and beach areas. They will also authorize a $112,546 contract for beachfront washroom cleaning and receive presentations on a transit master plan and homelessness services. Several proclamations and ceremonial items are also on the agenda.

• Approve 2026 property tax rates (bylaw 2026-34)
• Enact development charge bylaws for town-wide and beach area (2026-35, 2026-36)
• Award $112,546 cleaning contract to C.A. Sellers Cleaning Services for beachfront washrooms
• Receive 10-Year Transit Master Plan presentation
• Presentation from County of Simcoe on homelessness services and encampment response

Council approved the 2026 Development Charge Bylaws and background study, setting town-wide and beach-area rates. A one-year $112,546 beachfront washroom cleaning contract was awarded 5-0. Several information reports were received, and a resolution supporting amendments to Bill 100 was passed.

• Approved 2026 Development Charge Bylaws (consent)
• Approved $112,546 beachfront washroom cleaning contract (5-0)
• Received homeless services update (info)
• Received transit master plan (info)
• Supported Western Ontario Wardens Caucus resolution on Bill 100 (5-0)
• Proclaimed Children's Mental Health Week May 4-10, 2026
• Proclaimed Falun Dafa Day May 13, 2026
• Approved April 16, 2026 council minutes

Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

The Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee will discuss BYOB Ontario legislation, an event strategy update, and a business licence bylaw staff update. They will also plan a tour of Nancy Island and a Destination Wasaga session. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and routine procedural items.

• Discussion of BYOB Ontario legislation
• Event strategy update
• Business Licence By-law staff update
• Nancy Island committee tour planning
• Destination Wasaga session discussion

The committee adopted agenda changes, approved past meeting minutes, and passed two key recommendations: to consider creating a Social Development Advisory Committee and to advise staff on implementing BYOB legislation with specific considerations for beach areas, parks, and town events.

• Added Item 5.1 “Destination Canada” to agenda and renumbered Events Strategy to Item 5.2 (carried)
• Adopted minutes from the March 30 and April 9 meetings (carried)
• Approved recommendation to consider establishing a Social Development Advisory Committee (carried)
• Approved advice to staff on BYOB Ontario legislation, including aligning beach areas with Ontario Parks, reviewing impacts for parks and town events, and monitoring other municipalities (carried)

Wasaga Beach Public Library Board

The Wasaga Beach Public Library Board will receive a presentation on eScribe software, consider adopting a Library Use of Space Policy, and review reports on a bookmobile and Q1 financial statements. The board will also reconvene the Policy Working Group and receive the Code of Conduct report.

• Presentation of eScribe software for board use consideration
• Adoption of Library Use of Space Policy
• Report on Library Bookmobile
• Q1 Financial Statements (capital and operating) received

The Wasaga Beach Public Library Board adopted eScribe for board use and approved the Library Use of Space Policy. The board also voted to reconvene the Policy Working Group to establish a meeting schedule.

• Adopted eScribe for use by the Board
• Adopted the Library Use of Space Policy
• Approved reconvening the Policy Working Group and establishing a meeting schedule
• Accepted February 23, 2026 meeting minutes
• Received report WBPL26-10 Code of Conduct
• Received report WBPL26-11 March Library CEO Report
• Received report WBPL26-12 April Library CEO Report
• Received report WBPL26-15 Q1 Financial Statements