The Manitouwadge Record

Dave Arola

Councillor · seen 2022-02-23 to 2026-09-09 · served 2018–2022, 2022–2026

48substantive motions movedof 24 meetings the minutes record them at
6procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
52substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
4meetings recorded absentof 24 they were on the record for
—recorded votes, for–againstthis council recorded no vote they took part in

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Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (4)

Regular CouncilSeptember 9, 2026
Special CouncilSeptember 2, 2026
Regular CouncilMay 27, 2026
Regular CouncilFebruary 23, 2022

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 48)

RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting commence at the hour of 7:00 p.m. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: Council acknowledges that we are meeting in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area on lands that have been traditionally used by several Indigenous nations, but, we would like to pay special recognition to our closest Indigenous neighbours, the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Ni
Regular Council, August 12, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting held July 15, 2026, are adopted as circulated.
Regular Council, August 12, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting held August 6, 2026, are adopted as circulated.
Regular Council, August 12, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Integrity Commissioner Inquiry Report regarding allegations that Councillor Ruff contravened the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, submitted by Peggy Young-Lovelace, Integrity Commissioner for the Township of Manitouwadge, be accepted as received.
Regular Council, August 12, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report ADM2026-09 submitted by Joleen Keough, CAO/Clerk regarding Declaration of Council Vacancy and Selection of Procedure to Fill the Vacancy; and further, THAT Council hereby declares the seat of one (1) Councillor to be vacant pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001; and further, THAT Council approves the following method under the Council Vac
Regular Council, August 12, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Special Meeting commence at the hour of 3:00 p.m. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: Council acknowledges that we are meeting in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area on lands that have been traditionally used by several Indigenous nations, but, we would like to pay special recognition to our closest Indigenous neighbours, the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Ni
Special Council, August 6, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting commence at the hour of 7:00 p.m. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: Council acknowledges that we are meeting in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area on lands that have been traditionally used by several Indigenous nations, but, we would like to pay special recognition to our closest Indigenous neighbours, the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Ni
Regular Council, July 8, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held June 10, 2026, are adopted as circulated.
Regular Council, July 8, 2026 · Carried
Being a Bylaw to Appoint a Community Emergency Management Coordinator (CEMC) for the Township of Manitouwadge be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2026- Page 3 of 6 20.
Regular Council, July 8, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting commence at the hour of 7:00 p.m. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: Council acknowledges that we are meeting in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area on lands that have been traditionally used by several Indigenous nations, but, we would like to pay special recognition to our closest Indigenous neighbours, the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Ni
Regular Council, June 10, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: correspondence item 08-01 – 08-02 be received and filed.
Regular Council, June 10, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report ADM2026-08 submitted by Joleen Keough, CAO/Clerk regarding Invitation to the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) – Public Feedback Workshop on Proposed Site Selection Process for a Second Deep Geological Repository (DGR); and further, THAT Council approves inviting the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) to host a publ
Regular Council, June 10, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting commence at the hour of 7:00 p.m. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: Council acknowledges that we are meeting in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area on lands that have been traditionally used by several Indigenous nations, but, we would like to pay special recognition to our closest Indigenous neighbours, the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Ni
Regular Council, May 13, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of Meetings of the Manitouwadge Public Library Board held January 26, 2026, be accepted as received.
Regular Council, May 13, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: Council has been provided a presentation by Doane Grant Thornton LLP of the Consolidated Financial Statements for the Corporation of the Township of Manitouwadge for the year ended December 31st, 2023; and further, THAT upon conclusion of Council's review, Council does hereby approve the draft version as presented.
Regular Council, April 8, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report CS2026-01, submitted by Brad Law, Ski and Trails Supervisor, regarding the Manitouwadge Recreational Trails Advisory Committee 2025 Progress Update/2026 Work Plan; and further, THAT Council accepts the Manitouwadge Recreational Trails Advisory Committee 2025 Progress Update and 2026 Work Plan as presented.
Regular Council, April 8, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT:the meeting is hereby declared to be open to the public at 8:17 p.m.
Regular Council, April 8, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting commence at the hour of 7:00 p.m. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: Council acknowledges that we are meeting in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area on lands that have been traditionally used by several Indigenous nations, but, we would like to pay special recognition to our closest Indigenous neighbours, the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Ni
Regular Council, March 25, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) Manitouwadge 2025 Annual and Summary Drinking Water Reports be accepted as received.
Regular Council, March 25, 2026 · Carried
Being a Bylaw to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of the Township of Manitouwadge at its Regular meeting held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2026- 14.
Regular Council, March 25, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting commence at the hour of 7:00 p.m. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: Council acknowledges that we are meeting in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area on lands that have been traditionally used by several Indigenous nations, but, we would like to pay special recognition to our closest Indigenous neighbours, the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Ni
Regular Council, March 11, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of correspondence from the Superior- Greenstone District School Board regarding protecting local voice in public education; and further, Page 2 of 5 THAT Council receives the correspondence from the Superior-Greenstone District School Board regarding the protection of locally elected public school trustees; and further, THAT Council adopts the following motion
Regular Council, March 11, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting commence at the hour of 7:00 p.m. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: Council acknowledges that we are meeting in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area on lands that have been traditionally used by several Indigenous nations, but, we would like to pay special recognition to our closest Indigenous neighbours, the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Ni
Regular Council, February 25, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: correspondence item 08-01 be received and filed.
Regular Council, February 25, 2026 · Carried
Being a Bylaw to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of the Township of Manitouwadge at its Regular meeting held on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2026- 08.
Regular Council, February 25, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the agenda be approved as amended.
Regular Council, February 11, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held January 14, 2026, are adopted as circulated.
Regular Council, February 11, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of the District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board held December 11,2025, be accepted as received.
Regular Council, February 11, 2026 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting commence at the hour of 7:00 p.m. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: Council acknowledges that we are meeting in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area on lands that have been traditionally used by several Indigenous nations, but, we would like to pay special recognition to our closest Indigenous neighbours, the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Pic Mobert First
Regular Council, November 9, 2022 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of Meeting of the Thunder Bay District Board of Health held September 21, 2022, be accepted as received.
Regular Council, November 9, 2022 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report FD Monthly 22-09 submitted by Don Kruger, Fire Chief regarding the Fire Department’s Monthly Report; and further, THAT Council receive the Fire Chief’s monthly report as presented.
Regular Council, November 9, 2022 · Carried
Being a Bylaw to Enter into an Agreement with HIS MAJESTY KING IN RIGHT OF ONTARIO, as represented by the Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, for the FireSmart Communities Program – Transfer Payment Agreement, be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2022- 46.
Regular Council, November 9, 2022 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held October 12, 2022, are adopted as circulated.
Regular Council, October 26, 2022 · Carried
Being a Bylaw to Enter into a Grant Agreement with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities for the Municipal Asset Management Program, be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2022- 44.
Regular Council, October 26, 2022 · Carried
Being a By-law to Regulate the Use of Land within the Township of Manitouwadge, be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as By-law No. 2022- 42.
Special Council, October 26, 2022 · Carried
RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting commence at the hour of 7:00 p.m. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: Council acknowledges that we are meeting in the Robinson-Superior Treaty area on lands that have been traditionally used by several Indigenous nations, but, we would like to pay special recognition to our closest Indigenous neighbours, the communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Pic Mobert First
Regular Council, October 12, 2022 · Carried
THAT Council declare the old Fire Department SCBA Compressor/Fill Station surplus so that it may be disposed of or sold.
Regular Council, October 12, 2022 · Carried
THAT Council declare October 9th to the 15th Fire Prevention Week and the Mayor read the attached proclamation; and further, WHEREAS, The Township or Manitouwadge is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all those living in and visiting The Township of Manitouwadge; and WHEREAS, fire is a serious public safety concern both locally and nationally, and homes are the locations where people
Regular Council, October 12, 2022 · Carried
THAT Council receive the Fire Chief’s monthly report as presented.
Regular Council, October 12, 2022 · Carried
Being a Bylaw to Prescribe Standards for the Maintenance and Occupancy of Property to Provide for the Enforcement of the Standards and to Appoint a Property Standards Committee, was read a first and second time on September 22, 2021, And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2022- 39.
Regular Council, October 12, 2022 · Carried

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