WHEREAS a local improvement request was submitted by Monica Gemeinhardt for the upgrade of Ramsey-Johnston Road from summer-only maintenance to year-round maintenance; and WHEREAS the road does not meet the technical feasibility for year-round maintenance due to a grade exceeding 11%; and WHEREAS the request does not have current permissions under Section 13.9 of the Official Plan. NOW THEREFORE B
WHEREAS the Township desires to have boundary signage installed on Highway 69 identifying the Township boundaries; and WHEREAS the selected design is a simplified design corresponding to ‘Option #2’ from the Ministry of Transportation Boundary Sign Options – Single Teir – Non Bil.; and WHEREAS installation will be completed by the Ministry of Transportation at no cost to the Township. NOW THEREFOR
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held on April 17th, 2026, be approved.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council authorize the 2026 community grant for Skerryvore Ratepayers Association in the amount of $258.89.
That By-law 2026-20 , being a By-law respecting Construction, Demolition, Change of Use, Conditional Permits, Sewage Systems and Inspections, be read and finally passed on the 22nd day of May, 2026.
That By-law A2224-26 , being a By-law t o amend the Township of The Archipelago Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. A2000-07, as amended, be read and finally passed on the 22nd day of May, 2026.
WHEREAS the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative represents municipal and Indigenous government leaders working to protect freshwater resources and advance economic prosperity across the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River Region; and WHEREAS municipalities and First Nations are frontline implementers of freshwater protection, restoration, monitoring and climate adaptation initiatives; an
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council for the Township of The Archipelago hereby appoints Councillor Scott Sheard to the Nurse Practitioner Lead Clinic Advisory Committee to fill a vacancy for the remainder of the 2022–2026 Term of Council.
WHEREAS the Township of The Archipelago has maintained a long-standing Municipal Forest Fire Management Agreement with the Ministry of Natural Resources, Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services, for the provision of wildland fire management services within the Township; and WHEREAS by letter dated April 10, 2026, the Ministry of Natural Resources provided written notice that the Municipal For
That By-law 2026-17 , being a By-law to appoint members of Council to The Archipelago Area Planning Board when a vacancy occurs, be read and finally passed on the 17th of April, 2026.
WHEREAS the Township of The Archipelago has maintained a long- standing Municipal Forest Fire Management Agreement with the Ministry of Natural Resources, Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services, for the provision of wildland fire management services within the Township; and WHEREAS by letter dated April 10, 2026, the Ministry of Natural Resources provided written notice that the Municipal Fo
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED the Council direct staff to review future grant and funding opportunities to address Japanese knotweed within the Township of The Archipelago, in partnership with Georgian Bay Biosphere.
MacLeod NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held on December 12, 2025, be approved.
NOW THEREFORE IT BE RESOLVED that the Council for Township of The Archipelago supports the attached resolution from the Town of Parry Sound, requesting that the Near North District School Board replace the three tennis courts on the Parry Sound JK-Grade 12 school property; and FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that this resolution be forwarded to the Minister of Education, MPP Graydon Smith , Parents for Par
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council held on December 12, 2025, be approved.
WHEREAS in July 2025, Council adopted the 2024 Financial Statements; and WHEREAS the Township’s auditors have since recommended an adjustment requiring revisions to the draft 2024 Financial Statements; and WHEREAS the revised statements have now been prepared and presented to Council for consideration. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council hereby rescinds Resolution No. 113; and FURTHER BE IT
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council approves the 2026 Observances Recognition Calendar.
That By-law 2025-44 , being a By-law to Adopt a Local Improvement Charge Policy, be read and finally passed on the 21st day of November, 2025.
MacLeod NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council receives the Revised October 2025 Council Correspondence listing.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council receives the Revised October 2025 Council Correspondence listing.
WHEREAS the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, is observed annually on September 30th to educate and remind Canadians about the history and ongoing impacts of the residential school system; and WHEREAS this day provides an opportunity to reflect on the tragic legacy of residential schools and to honour the children who never returned home, as well as survivo
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT The Archipelago Area Planning Board expresses gratitude and recognition for the dedicated service of Ted Knight, for his many years on the Planning Board, his contributions to the many organizations within our community, and his dedication to the residents of the Unincorporated Township. Disposition
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council approve Councillor Earl Manners’ attendance at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference, taking place August 17–20, 2025, in Ottawa.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the this motion be postponed to a time following any updates regarding the status of the application related to Double Island in Ward 3, based upon the advise and recommendation of legal council and staff.
WHEREAS the Floating Accommodations – Position Paper (April 2025), prepared by the community group ‘Floating Accommodations no Vessels Coalition’ provides guidance to Ontario municipalities on regulating floating accommodations, outlining key legal and environmental considerations; and WHEREAS the paper identifies notable gaps in existing provincial and federal frameworks, which municipalities are
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council authorize the 2025 community grant for Sans Souci and Copperhead Association in the amount of $10,484.19.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council authorize the 2025 community grant for Skerryvore Ratepayers Association in the amount of $255.17.
WHEREAS access to healthcare is a fundamental right for all citizens, regardless of their geographic location; and WHEREAS Hope Air, a charitable organization, has been tirelessly dedicated to providing access to healthcare by facilitating free flights and other services for patients living in rural and under-served communities in Ontario, ensuring they can receive vital medical treatment regardle
That By-law 2025-28 , being a By-law to Appoint Liam Thompson as a Municipal By-law Enforcement Officer and to Reflect Changes to the Legislative Authority for Municipalities to Appoint Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers, be read and finally passed on the 23rd day of May, 2025.
That By-law 2025-30 , being a By-law to adopt Official Plan Amendment No. 69, being lands designated as Part of lots 20 and 21, Concession 7, Summer Resort Locations J.D.D. 164 & J.D.D. 275, Parts 1-4, Plan 42R-16462, in the geographic Township of Conger, The Archipelago (38 South Crane Lake Road) (Ponzo-Foster), be read and finally passed on the 23rd day of May, 2025.
WHEREAS the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario (AMCTO) published Provincial election priorities to share with candidates and political parties; and WHEREAS the Township of The Archipelago is a Member of AMCTO; and WHEREAS the Township of The Archipelago wishes to actively support priorities promoting good governance, fiscal responsibility and proper funding for mun
That By-law 2025-23 , being a By-law to authorize a guarantee pursuant to a letter loan agreement in respect of financing to be provided to the West Parry Sound Recreation and Cultural Centre Joint Municipal Service Board, be read and finally passed on the 25th day of April, 2025.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the AMCTO 2025 Provincial Election Priorities motion be postponed until the April Council Meeting.
That By-law 2025-14 , being a By-law to Adopt the Terms of Reference for the Community Appointee Advisory Committee for the West Parry Sound O.P.P. Detachment Board and to Designate CAO John MacKinnon as the Township's Representative on the Committee, be read and finally passed on the 21st day of March, 2025.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council appoint Kay Scale to the Georgian Cliffs Memorial Park Cemetery Advisory Committee as the Ward 2 citizen member, for the remainder of the 2022 to 2026 Term of Council.
WHEREAS the Corporation of The Township of The Archipelago (The Archipelago) is a Canadian government entity; and WHEREAS The Archipelago is committed to fiscal responsibility and prudent management of financial and organizational resources, information databases, and the protection of taxpayer information; and WHEREAS The Archipelago developed ‘guiding principles’ for its broadband connectivity p
MacLeod NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council hereby receive the Council Remuneration & Expense Report for 2024, as presented.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council hereby receive the Council Remuneration & Expense Report for 2024, as presented.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council approve the Deputy Reeve's remuneration, establishing it at a midpoint between the compensation for the Reeve and Councillors, totaling $37,401.84, effective January 1, 2025.
That By-law 2025-05 , being a By-law to Regulate the Protection, Preservation, and Removal of Trees within the Township of The Archipelago, be read and finally passed on the 17th day of January, 2025.