Regular Council

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 Nishnaabeg First Nations. We wish to recognize the long history of the First Nations and Métis peoples in our region, specifically, and show respect to them today. Ayes: Mayor Jim Moffat, Councillor Kathy Hudson, Councillor Coady Keough, Councillor Braden Kotyk, and Councillor Tonilynn Ruff

RESOLVED THAT: the agenda be approved as circulated. Ayes: Mayor Jim Moffat, Councillor Kathy Hudson, Councillor Coady Keough, Councillor Braden Kotyk, and Councillor Tonilynn Ruff

RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held May 14, 2024 are adopted as circulated. Ayes: Mayor Jim Moffat, Councillor Kathy Hudson, Councillor Coady Keough, Councillor Braden Kotyk, and Councillor Tonilynn Ruff

RESOLVED THAT: correspondence item 08-01 be received and filed. Ayes: Mayor Jim Moffat, Councillor Kathy Hudson, Councillor Coady Keough, Councillor Braden Kotyk, and Councillor Tonilynn Ruff

RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of Meeting of the Thunder Bay District Board of Health held April 17, 2024, be accepted as received. Page 2 of 8 Ayes: Mayor Jim Moffat, Councillor Kathy Hudson, Councillor Coady Keough, Councillor Braden Kotyk, and Councillor Tonilynn Ruff

RESOLVED THAT:the Minutes of Meeting of the Thunder Bay District Social Services Board held April 18, 2024, be accepted as received. Ayes: Mayor Jim Moffat, Councillor Kathy Hudson, Councillor Coady Keough, and Councillor Braden Kotyk

RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of Meeting of the Manitouwadge Public Library held March 6, 2024, be accepted as received. Ayes: Mayor Jim Moffat, Councillor Kathy Hudson, Councillor Coady Keough, and Councillor Braden Kotyk

WHEREAS Seniors’ Month is an annual province-wide celebration; and, WHEREAS seniors have contributed and continue to contribute immensely to the life and vibrancy of this community; and, WHEREAS seniors continue to serve as leaders, mentors, volunteers and important and active members of this community; and, WHEREAS their contributions past and present warrant appreciation and recognition and their stories deserve to be told; and, WHEREAS the health and well-being of seniors is in the interest of all and further adds to the health and well-being of the community; and, WHEREAS the knowledge and experience seniors pass on to us continues to benefit all. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT I, Mayor Jim Moffat, on behalf of Manitouwadge Council, hereby proclaim the month of June, 2024 as Seniors’ Month in the Township of Manitouwadge. Ayes: Mayor Jim Moffat, Councillor Kathy Hudson, Councillor Coady Keough, and Councillor Braden Kotyk

WHEREAS the Month of June is recognized as National Indigenous History Month – an opportunity to increase the visibility of Indigenous contributions, experiences, values and cultures, and to build bridges of understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people throughout Canada and in the Township of Manitouwadge; and, WHEREAS June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day, a day to honour the unique history, heritage and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis peoples; and, WHEREAS we respectfully acknowledge our neighbours, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Pic Mobert First Nations and that the Township of Manitouwadge is located in Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Robinson-Superior Treaty of 1850 territory, and that the land on which the Township lies is in the traditionally territory of the Anishnaabeg (Ojibway) and the Métis People, who are the collective stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity, and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come; and, WHEREAS the Township of Manitouwadge strives to be an inclusive community and encourages all residents to reflect, learn, and take action in a meaningful way towards reconciliation in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples; NOW THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED THAT I, Mayor Jim Moffat, on behalf of Manitouwadge Council, do hereby proclaim the month of June 2024 as National Indigenous History Month and the date of June 21, 2024 as National Indigenous Peop

WHEREAS June is recognized as Pride Month in Canada and around the world as an opportunity to celebrate sexual diversity, promote equal rights, and build awareness of the challenges faced by the 2SLGBTQI+ community; and, WHEREAS Pride Month is an opportunity to prevent discrimination and promote acceptance and inclusion of all, and to support the development of harmonious and respectful relationships amongst all members of our community; and, WHEREAS the Township of Manitouwadge celebrates the diversity of our gender and sexual minority communities including Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, and more (2SLGBTQI+), and expresses a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in our organization and our community; and, WHEREAS during Pride Month we can all reflect on the progress made to recognize and protect the rights of 2SLGBTQI+ communities, and the work that still needs to be done. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT I, Mayor Jim Moffat, on behalf of Manitouwadge Council, hereby proclaim the month of June, 2024 as Pride Month in the Township of Manitouwadge. Page 6 of 8 Ayes: Mayor Jim Moffat, Councillor Kathy Hudson, Councillor Coady Keough, and Councillor Braden Kotyk

Being a Bylaw to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of the Township of Manitouwadge at its Regular meeting held on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2024- 26. Ayes: Mayor Jim Moffat, Councillor Kathy Hudson, Councillor Coady Keough, and Councillor Braden Kotyk

RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting adjourn at the hour of 7:12p.m. Ayes: Mayor Jim Moffat, Councillor Kathy Hudson, Councillor Coady Keough, and Councillor Braden Kotyk