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 Métispeoples in our region, specifically, and show respect to them today.

RESOLVED THAT: the agenda be approved as amended.

RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held August 13, 2025, are adopted as circulated.

RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of the Special Meeting held August 21, 2025, are adopted as circulated.

RESOLVED THAT: the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting held August 27, 2025, are adopted as circulated.

WHEREAS during this 50th anniversary year, more than ever, the Franco-Ontarian flag remains a symbol of pride, resistance and hope for all francophones across Ontario; WHEREAS by the virtue of the Franco-Ontarian Day Act, which was legislated on April 26th, 2010, it is declared that September 25th of each year be recognized as Franco-Ontarian Day throughout the province of Ontario; and, WHEREAS September 25th is the anniversary of the first raising of the Franco- Ontarian flag and it represents over 400 years of French presence in Ontario; and, WHEREAS there are more than 745 000 Francophones in Ontario, the largest Francophone community outside of Quebec; and, WHEREAS Franco-Ontarian Day has become an annual occasion to celebrate the Francophone Community; and NOW THEREFORE, I, Jim Moffat, by the virtue of the power vested in me as Mayor of the Township of Manitouwadge, do hereby proclaim September 25th of each year as FRANCO-ONTARIAN DAY and join the Francophone Community of Manitouwadge in celebrating its exceptional contribution to Ontario’s growth and prosperity.

RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Correspondence from Confederation College regarding a Letter of Support for the Driving Opportunities Initiative; and further, THAT the Council of the Township of Manitouwadge approves providing a Letter of Support for Confederation College’s Driving Opportunities Initiative, recognizing its potential to enhance regional workforce development and address transportation- related employment barriers.

RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report CS2025-01 submitted by Trish Boileau, Director of Community Services regarding Pavilion Project - Request for Resolution of Support for NOHFC Funding Application; and further, THAT Council provides a resolution of support for the funding application to the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) for the building of a pavilion (permanent cover) over the Prospector Park waterfront stage; and further, THAT Council commits to funding up to $18,250 as the Township's share of the project costs from the NWMO Community Well Being Reserve; and further, THAT Council commits to fund any cost overruns that may be incurred as part of the project.

RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report CS2025-02 submitted by Trish Boileau, Director of Community Services regarding Pre-Budget Approval - Zamboni Conditioner; and further, THAT Council provides pre-budget approval for the amount of $11,000, plus shipping costs, for the purchase of new Zamboni conditioner using funds from the Equipment Replacement Reserve.

Page 4 of 7 RESOLVED THAT: Council is in receipt of Administration Report ADM2025-12 submitted by Joleen Keough, Clerk/Deputy CAO regarding Commissioner of Oaths Policy; and further, THAT Council approves the adoption of the attached policy regarding Commissioner of Oaths services.

THAT the following Council Members be appointed to the Fire Chief Hiring Committee:  Councillor Keough  Councillor Hudson

Being a Bylaw to Adopt a Commissioner of Oaths Policy, be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2025- 36.

RESOLVED THAT:the meeting is hereby declared to be open to the public at 8:04 p.m.

RESOLVED THAT: Council appoints the following member to the Manitouwadge Public Library Board:  Celina McKinnon

Being a Bylaw to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council of the Township of Manitouwadge at its Regular meeting held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, be read a first and second time. And Furthermore, be read a third time, passed and numbered as Bylaw No. 2025- 37.

RESOLVED THAT: the Regular Meeting adjourn at the hour of 8:06 p.m.