Wawa, ON

Cemetery Committee

Special Council

This special council meeting will consider two by-laws: one authorizing a memorandum of understanding with Veritas Communications to use the Wawa Goose monument in a Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation promotional campaign, including a $20,000 donation to the Wawa EarlyON Centre, and another authorizing an agreement with Circular Materials for Blue Box recycling depot operations. The agenda also includes routine items like land acknowledgment, disclosure of interests, and approval of the agenda.

• By-Law 3900-26: Authorizes MOU with Veritas Communications for Wawa Goose use in Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation campaign, with $20,000 donation to Wawa EarlyON Centre
• By-Law 3903-26: Authorizes agreement with Circular Materials (CMO) for Blue Box Material collection depot operations
• Temporary decoration of the physical Wawa Goose monument as part of promotional campaign
• Insurance requirement of at least $5,000,000 per occurrence for campaign activities

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider several reports and recommendations, including awarding the Ganley Street construction tender, a Circular Materials Agreement, a Community Improvement Plan for 39 Algoma Street, and a Memorandum of Understanding for the Wawa Goose Veritas 2026. The committee will also receive monthly departmental reports and a quarterly economic development update. The agenda includes a delegation from the Michipicoten Golf Club regarding a clubhouse update.

• Ganley Street Construction Tender Award recommendation
• Circular Materials Agreement report (DB-CH 2026-09)
• 39 Algoma Street Community Improvement Plan report (CAO 2026-15)
• MMCC Roof Funding memo (AP Memo)
• Wawa Goose Veritas 2026 MOU (AP Memo)

Regular Council

Council will vote on accepting a revised bid from Villeneuve Construction for the Ganley Street storm sewer replacement and on approving two funding applications (FedNor and NOHFC) for $500,000 each to replace the MMCC roof. They will also consider several by-laws, including a Community Improvement Plan for 39 Algoma Street and a lease agreement for a radio station at 96 Broadway Avenue. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, correspondence, and meeting announcements.

• Accept revised bid from Villeneuve Construction for Ganley Street storm sewer replacement
• Approve FedNor application for $500,000 to replace MMCC roof
• Approve NOHFC application for $500,000 to replace MMCC roof
• By-Law 3897-26: adopt Community Improvement Plan for 39 Algoma Street
• By-Law 3899-26: lease upper floor of 96 Broadway Avenue to Labbe Media for a radio station

Special Council

This special council meeting focuses on receiving KPMG's audit of the 2025 consolidated and trust fund financial statements, with a resolution to accept them. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss legal issues related to the Churchill Phase IV Subdivision and KPMG audit findings. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive public business.

• Acceptance of 2025 Consolidated Financial Statements and 2025 Trust Funds Financial Statements (resolution)
• Closed session: Legal issue on Churchill Phase IV Subdivision (solicitor-client privilege)
• Closed session: Legal issue on KPMG Audit Findings (security of municipal property)
• KPMG presentation of 2025 Consolidated Financial Statements and Trust Funds Financial Statements

Regular Council

The Council will consider several new by-laws including a prohibition on fireworks and a site plan agreement for 120 Pinewood Drive. They will also review a by-law to establish and maintain a system for collectible waste collection.

• By-Law No. 3893-26: Prohibiting the sale, distribution, storage, possession, and discharge of fireworks
• By-Law No. 3894-26: Site Plan Control agreement with Trevor Laing for 120 Pinewood Drive regarding temporary work camp units
• By-Law No. 3891-26: Establishing a system for the collection of collectible waste
• Staff recommendation to purchase a 2025 Ram 1500 Tradesman

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed public feedback regarding proposed changes to the Fireworks By-Law and received reports on community greenhouse gas modeling. Additionally, departments provided monthly updates on infrastructure, protective services, and community tourism activities.

• Review of 39 public submissions regarding the proposed Fireworks By-Law
• Presentation of Net Zero Action Pathway and Community GHG Modelling Reports
• RFP issued for the purchase of a new half-ton pickup truck
• Ganley Street Storm Sewer tender released for phase 1 construction
• Update on Sandy Beach Boardwalk replacement planned for August

Public Meeting - Planning Act

The municipality is reviewing a proposal to support private sector construction of rental apartment units at 39 Algoma Street. The plan includes financial incentives such as tax grants and a purpose-built rental housing grant. Council is also considering legal advice regarding a written objection from Mr. Joe Leadbetter concerning the sale of the property.

• Proposed Algoma Housing Development Community Improvement Plan for 39 Algoma Street
• Purpose-Built Rental Housing Grant of $10,000 per unit up to $200,000
• Tax Increment Equivalent Grant Program schedule covering years 1 through 5
• Written objection from Mr. Joe Leadbyter regarding the sale of 39 Algoma Street

Special Council

This special council meeting will consider a Notice of Appeal against Temporary Zoning Bylaw No.3883-26, which previously proposed a three-year temporary accommodation camp for up to 176 workers at 120 Pinewood Drive. Council will go into closed session for legal advice on the appeal, then return to adopt a resolution on its position.

• Notice of Appeal filed against Temporary Zoning Bylaw No.3883-26
• Closed session for solicitor-client privileged legal advice on the appeal
• Resolution on Council's position regarding the zoning appeal

Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

The Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee will discuss the Net Zero Action Pathway and Community GHG Modelling reports from QUEST Canada, which set a baseline of 28,300 tonnes CO2 and $17.5M in annual energy spending. The committee will also receive updates on the Wawa Runestone Project, Mission Playground, Migrating North project, and Tourist Information Centre operations.

• EDO Report MC 2026-03: QUEST Canada Net Zero Action Pathway and GHG modelling reports
• Wawa Runestone Project update from Johanna Rowe
• Mission Playground update from Johanna Rowe
• Migrating North Project update from EDO Maggie Culhane
• Tourist Information Centre 2026 season update including extended hours and vendor applications

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Committee will review ongoing beautification, maintenance (including installation of two new companion columbariums), fundraising activities (potential fall event replacing Ice Candle Celebration), and map installation. The meeting will also adopt previous minutes and handle administrative items.

• Installation of two new companion columbariums expected before fall, with engraving by Lock City Monuments
• Discussion of replacing Annual Ice Candle Celebration with a fall event using flame-retardant bags and tea lights
• Update on map installation project, seeking individual to construct map and book area
• Verification of headstone details on site after cross-referencing cemetery records with map

Special Council

At the June 23, 2026 special council meeting, Council will give first and second readings to By‑law No. 3891‑26, which creates a new waste collection system and repeals By‑law 31‑69. The meeting also includes discussion of the Draft Algoma Housing Community Improvement Plan for 39 Algoma Street, with a statutory public hearing scheduled for July 14, 2026 and proposed grant funding of up to $200,000. Additional agenda items include confirming the June 23 council proceedings (By‑law No. 3890‑26) and moving to a closed‑session for legal matters.

• By‑law No. 3891‑26 – first and second reading to establish a new waste collection system, repeal By‑law 31‑69; third reading set for July 14 2026, effective September 1 2026.
• Draft Algoma Housing Community Improvement Plan for 39 Algoma Street – proposes up to 45 rental units and grant funding of $10,000 per unit, max $200,000, funded from $150,000 purchase price and $50,000 NWMO Reserve Fund; public meeting July 14 2026.
• By‑law No. 3890‑26 – to confirm council proceedings of June 23 2026.
• CAO Memo C11 – recommends the waste collection by‑law changes and outlines new limits (four bags or two containers per week) and other provisions.
• Closed‑session resolution to move to in‑camera session for legal issue (litigation) matters.

Heritage Committee

The Heritage Committee will discuss ongoing projects including updates on the Mackenzie/Bethune Cemetery accessibility upgrades, the Wawa Heritage Digitization project, and the Wawa Runestone site protection. New business includes a presentation on Ontario Heritage Designation, a book on A.Y. Jackson's time in Wawa, and restoration of faded heritage doors at the Tourist Information Center.

• Mackenzie/Bethune Cemetery accessibility upgrades update
• Wawa Heritage Digitization project update (digitizing historical documents with partners)
• Wawa Runestone project update (public access dependent on protective cover)
• Ontario Heritage Designation presentation
• Heritage Door upgrades (restoration of fading doors at Tourist Information Center)

Age Friendly Committee

The Wawa Age Friendly Committee will receive updates from community organizations, review old business on the downtown electronic signboard and seniors expo (both awaiting funding), and discuss new items including a seniors housing needs assessment, transit bus operations, and a new $50,000 federal grant opportunity under the New Horizons for Seniors Program.

• Discussion of the Municipality of Wawa Housing Needs Assessment – Seniors Housing
• Update on Wawa Transit Bus operations moving in-house
• New Funding Available – New Horizons for Seniors Program (up to $50,000)
• Downtown Electronic Signboard project awaiting funding
• Seniors Expo awaiting funding, with consideration of French community inclusion

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider staff recommendations to revisit the proposed Fireworks By‑law, following a memorandum that summarized 39 public submissions. The memorandum noted 35 submissions opposed the amendments, three supported them, and one offered conditional support. The meeting also includes presentations of monthly departmental reports and an EDO report on the Net Zero Action Pathway and community GHG modelling. The next Council meeting is scheduled for July 14, 2026.

• Review of 39 public comments on the proposed Fireworks By‑law (35 opposed, 3 supportive, 1 conditional)
• Staff recommendation to revisit the Fireworks By‑law at a future meeting
• EDO Report: MC 2026-03 – Net Zero Action Pathway and Community GHG Modelling Reports
• Monthly reports from Protective Services, Infrastructure Services, Finance, and Community Services departments
• Next meeting date set for Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Regular Council

Council will consider several by-laws, including a purchase and sale agreement for 39 Algoma Street and a lease with the Wawa Family Health Team at 96 Broadway Avenue. They will also vote on resolutions supporting school board governance consultation and Finlay's Law on emergency room reform, and appoint a representative to the Algoma Public Health Board. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and labour relations matters.

• By-Law 3888-26: authorize purchase and sale of land at 39 Algoma Street
• By-Law 3889-26: enter into lease agreement with Wawa Family Health Team at 96 Broadway Avenue
• Resolution of support for school board governance consultation and local representation
• Resolution of support for Finlay's Law on emergency room reform
• Appointment of Mayor Beverly Nantel to Algoma Public Health Board

Regular Council

Council will consider several by-laws including a new transient accommodation tax, a watermain construction contract with Villeneuve Construction, and an inter-municipal court services agreement with Sault Ste. Marie. A surplus land declaration at 39 Algoma Street and a temporary rezoning at 120 Pinewood Drive are also on the agenda.

• By-law 3885-26 to establish a Municipal Transient Accommodation Tax
• By-law 3884-26 agreement with Villeneuve Construction for Algoma Street and Beck Avenue watermain and sanitary sewer construction
• By-law 3881-26 inter-municipal agreement with Sault Ste. Marie for court administration under Provincial Offences Act
• Declare land surplus at 39 Algoma Street, Part 2, Plan IR-6820
• By-law 3883-26 temporary rezoning of 120 Pinewood Drive

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider two main items: a draft by-law to regulate the sale and use of fireworks, following a request from the Great Canadian Dollar Store, and a policy governing contractor authorization and non-resident waste disposal at the landfill. The fireworks by-law would permit retail sales, while the waste policy sets rules for waste origin verification and contractor forms. Previous meeting minutes and future meeting dates are also on the agenda.

• Draft by-law to regulate the sale and use of fireworks within Wawa
• Contractor authorization and non-resident waste disposal policy for the landfill

Fire Advisory Committee - 02 Jun 2026 - CANCELLED

Public Meeting - Planning Act

The Council will discuss a Zoning By-Law Amendment that would allow a temporary work camp at 120 Pinewood Drive for up to 170 persons for a period of up to 36 months. The application was submitted by Trevor Laing and is intended to house contractors working for Alamos Gold. Staff recommends receiving the application and approving the amendment to By-Law No. 2821-15. No additional public meeting is required before the amendment can be passed.

• Temporary zoning amendment to permit a work camp for up to 170 persons at 120 Pinewood Drive (36‑month term)
• Application submitted by Trevor Laing
• Staff recommendation to receive the application and approve amendment to Zoning By‑Law No. 2821‑15
• Public comments include a letter from Alamos Gold
• Staff advises no further public meeting is needed prior to council approval

Cemetery Committee

The Wawa Cemetery Committee will hold a regular meeting on May 20, 2026, to discuss ongoing business including beautification of flower beds, maintenance updates, fundraising activities, and the installation of a cemetery map and index book (budget $3,500). The meeting will also include approval of previous minutes and announcements.

• Discussion of flower bed planting following Legion bed removal
• Maintenance update: cemetery remains snow-covered, expected to reopen in 2-4 weeks
• Fundraising ideas: carnation campaign, Nevada ticket sales, yard sales, candlelight event
• Map installation and index book: project budget $3,500, committee to contact contractors
• Follow-up on Ulo's interest in joining the committee (from previous meeting)

Committee of the Whole

The committee will hear a delegation from the Wawa MAT Tourism Committee presenting its terms of reference and general plan. They will also receive a report on the verification of a petition to place a fluoride removal question on the municipal ballot, consider a staff report on a request to sell fireworks, and discuss the proposed sale of the property at 39 Algoma Street. Monthly departmental reports for April are also scheduled.

• Delegation: Wawa MAT Tourism Committee terms of reference and general plan
• Report on petition to place fluoride removal question on October 2026 ballot
• Staff report on request to sell consumer fireworks year-round
• Proposed sale of municipal property at 39 Algoma Street
• April monthly reports from Protective Services, Infrastructure, Finance, and Community Services departments

Regular Council

Council will vote on releasing the 2025 Municipal Accommodation Tax and likely pass resolutions on several correspondence items, including a temporary rezoning at 120 Pinewood and a request for a temporary greenhouse from John's Independent Grocer. Other actions include adopting minutes from prior meetings and a confirmation by-law.

• Approve release of Municipal Accommodation Tax 2025 (new business item 10.1)
• Correspondence: Public notice for temporary zoning by-law amendment at 120 Pinewood (item 6.4)
• Consent agenda includes resolution supporting provincial school board governance consultation (item 7.2)
• Consent agenda includes request for temporary greenhouse installation by John's Independent Grocer (item 7.3)
• Consent agenda includes resolution opposing changes to FIPPA (item 7.4)

Age Friendly Committee - 19 May 2026 - NO QUORUM

The Wawa Age Friendly Committee will receive updates from local organizations and discuss old business items including the downtown electronic sign board and Seniors Expo. New business includes a presentation on the Municipality of Wawa Housing Needs Assessment focusing on seniors housing, and an update on the Wawa Transit Bus.

• Municipality of Wawa Housing Needs Assessment – Seniors Housing
• Wawa Transit Bus update
• Downtown Electronic Sign Board funding update
• Seniors Expo funding and planning
• Informational reports from Wawa Goose Club, Royal Canadian Legion, Red Cross, March of Dimes, Wawa Family Health Team, Alzheimer's Society, and Algoma Public Health

Regular Council

The Wawa Council will consider several resolutions, including adopting new transit service policies and a rider code of conduct. It will also approve financial contributions to a youth health initiative, endorse the municipal drinking water operational plan, and award contracts for flooring at the Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre and a fish‑cleaning building at the Harry McCluskie Marina. Additional items include proclamations for Nursing Week and National Hope Air Day.

• Approve financial contribution to Algoma Public Health Planet Youth Initiative (resolution)
• Endorse Wawa Drinking Water System Operational Plan – April 2026 (resolution)
• Award contract for MMCC Flooring at the Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre (resolution)
• Award contract for Marina Fish Cleaning Building at the Harry McCluskie Marina (resolution)
• Adopt By‑Law No. 3876‑26 – Wawa Transit Levels of Service policy (resolution)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review a request from the Great Canadian Dollar Store to sell consumer fireworks year‑round at its Wawa location. It will also consider a Bethune Cemetery improvement project, several procurement memoranda (flooring, marina fish cleaning, tractor and attachments), a watermain and sanitary sewer construction tender report, and a petition related to municipal elections. The meeting includes adoption of minutes and routine procedural items.

• Request for permission to sell consumer fireworks at Great Canadian Dollar Store (no dollar amount specified)
• Bethune Cemetery Improvement (AP 2026-08)
• RFP 2026-01 for MMCC Flooring
• RFP 2026-02 for Marina Fish Cleaning
• Tender report and recommendations for Beck Avenue and Algoma Street watermain and sanitary sewer construction

Special Council

This special council meeting's main business is a closed session to discuss a proposed land acquisition or disposition and a personnel/labour relations issue. No votes or public decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session: proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land (Municipal Act s.239(2)(c))
• Closed session: labour relations or employee negotiations (Municipal Act s.239(2)(d))

Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

The Economic Development and Tourism Committee will review several final reports, including a housing needs assessment for Wawa, a seniors housing report, and a net-zero energy project. They will also discuss the resignation of a member, the 2026 season for the Tourist Information Centre, a heritage application for Mackenzie Bethune Cemetery, and a CIP extension notice for 16 Broadway Avenue. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and an update on the Teeny Tiny Summit in Manitouwadge.

• Housing Needs in Wawa - Final Report
• NPI Seniors Housing Report
• QUEST Canada's Motivating Net-Zero Action in Rural, Remote, and Indigenous Communities (MNZA) Project - Final Report
• Heidi McLaren resignation and new chair selection
• CIP Extension Notice - 16 Broadway Avenue

Cemetery Committee

The Cemetery Committee will discuss beautification, maintenance, and fundraising events from the previous meeting. New business includes planning a Mother's Day celebration and installing a cemetery map sign with an index book. The meeting will also adopt minutes from March 18, 2026.

• Beautification discussion
• Maintenance update (road paved past second gate)
• Fundraising event planning
• Mothers Day Celebration proposal
• Map Installation and Index Book for cemetery

Regular Council

The Regular Council meeting will approve the agenda and adopt minutes from the April 7 meeting. Council will receive and endorse the Wawa Wastewater Performance Annual Report 2025 and approve a proclamation for Community Living Algoma Awareness Month in May 2026. Several by‑laws will be read and adopted, including those governing restricted‑acts authority and use of corporate resources in elections. The mayor’s travel to the Algoma District Municipal Association meeting in Sault Ste. Marie will also be approved.

• Approve and endorse the Wawa Wastewater Performance Annual Report 2025 (resolution)
• Approve proclamation for Community Living Algoma Awareness Month – May 2026 (resolution)
• Adopt By‑Law No. 3873-26 to delegate authorities during a restricted‑acts period (Lame Duck Council)
• Adopt By‑Law No. 3874-26 on use of corporate resources in election (resolution)
• Approve Mayor’s travel to the Algoma District Municipal Association meeting in Sault Ste. Marie (resolution)

Fire Advisory Committee

The Fire Advisory Committee will review the Fire Department Review Recommendations Action Plan Status Update, covering completed items and ongoing priorities such as fire chief recruitment and succession planning. They will also discuss winter hydrant snow removal, including a potential 'Adopt-a-Hydrant' program. The meeting will adopt minutes from the previous meeting on March 17, 2026.

• Fire Department Review Recommendations Action Plan Status Update
• Hydrant Winter Snow Removal discussion and potential Adopt-a-Hydrant program
• Adoption of minutes from March 17, 2026 meeting
• Update on fire chief recruitment and succession planning
• Previous meeting reported a $50,000 Emergency Preparedness Grant secured