Joint Committees of the Whole and Council

RESOLUTION #2025-52 That the agenda be approved as circulated.

RESOLUTION #2025-53 That the minutes of the Joint Committees of the Whole and Council meeting held April 7, 2025 be adopted.

RESOLUTION #2025-54 That the minutes of the Special Council meeting held May 8, 2025 be adopted.

RESOLUTION #2025-55 That Council recognizes that Mental Week Health week was held the week of May 5 to 11, 2025, and that it supports raising awareness throughout the month of May to help increase understanding of mental health concerns, encourage people to speak openly about mental health, decrease stigma around mental illness and spread the word that help is available.

RESOLUTION #2025-56 WHEREAS, the Moose Hide Campaign is an Indigenous-led, grassroots movement of men, boys and all Canadians standing up to end violence against women, children and all those along the gender continuum and; WHEREAS, the Moose Hide Campaign was founded along the 'Highway of Tears' in British Columbia in response to the injustices and violence faced by many women and children in Canada, particularly those who are Indigenous; Page 5 of 7 WHEREAS, Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is at epidemic proportions across Canada with more than 4 in 10 women having experienced it in their lifetime, and this reality is worse for Indigenous women who are twice as likely to experience violence from their current or former partners; WHEREAS, the Moose Hide Campaign has distributed over six million moose hide pins that each spark five conversations about issues of violence against women, children and all those along the gender continuum; WHEREAS, wearing the moose hide pin demonstrates a commitment to honour, respect and protect the women and children in your life, end gender-based violence and take meaningful action towards reconciliation with Indigenous peoples; WHEREAS, participation in the Moose Hide Campaign is a concrete action for all citizens to address the legacies of colonization, residential schools and the reality of more than 1,200 missing or murdered women in Canada; WHEREAS, engagement with the Moose Hide Campaign aligns with the United Nations Declaration on the

RESOLUTION #2025-57 WHEREAS access to healthcare is a fundamental right for all citizens, regardless of their geographic location; 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 regardless of distance or financial means; WHEREAS, Hope Air has been instrumental in bridging the gap between smaller communities and hospitals far from home, reducing the barriers that often prevent individuals from reaching medical care; WHEREAS, the impact of Hope Air extends beyond the individual patients served, positively affecting families, communities, and the healthcare system as a whole by promoting wellness and reducing the burden of untreated medical conditions; WHEREAS, the compassion, dedication, and commitment demonstrated by Hope Air and its volunteers embody the spirit of community and the belief in the inherent value of every individual's well-being; NOW, THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Town of Kapuskasing that June 6, 2025, shall be known as "Hope Air Day" in recognition of the invaluable contribution made by Hope Air to the health and well-being of individuals in Ontario's remote and rural communities. We urge all citizens to join us in celebrating Hope Air Day and to reflect on the significance of ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all member

RESOLUTION #2025-58 That By-Law No. 4632, being a by-law to adopt an Accountability and Transparency Policy for the Corporation of the Town of Kapuskasing, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the by-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.

RESOLUTION #2025-59 That By-Law No. 4633, being a by-law to impose a sewage service rate and water service rate for the year 2025, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the by-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.

RESOLUTION #2025-60 That By-Law No. 4634, being a by-law to provide for the adoption of tax rates and to further provide for penalty and interest in default of payment thereof for 2025, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the by-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.

RESOLUTION #2025-61 That By-Law No. 4635, being a by-law to establish optional classes and set tax ratios for 2025, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the by-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.

RESOLUTION #2025-62 That By-Law No. 4636, being a by-law to provide for the Business Improvement Area levy for the year 2025, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the by-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.

RESOLUTION #2025-63 That By-Law No. 4637, being a by-law to appoint Jessica Desmoulin as a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer and Property Standards Officer, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the by-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.

RESOLUTION #2025-64 That Council move to a Closed Session to consider four (4) labour relations matters pursuant to Section 239 (2)(d) of the Municipal Act, regarding vacancies and matters under a Collective Agreement.

RESOLUTION #2025-65 That this Closed Session be adjourned at 9:15 p.m.

RESOLUTION #2025-66 Council met in Closed Session to consider four (4) labour relations matters pursuant to Section 239 (2)(d) of the Municipal Act, regarding vacancies and matters under a Collective Agreement, and the following resolution emanated from the meeting: 1. to update Council of ongoing negotiations of a collective agreement. 2. to proceed in re-establishing a managerial position within the Treasury Department. 3. to postpone the appointment of an interim Chief Administrative Officer until the current job posting has closed. 4. to appoint Mayor D. Plourde and Councillors M. Dinnissen and K. Munnoch to the Hiring Committee for the position of Chief Administrative Officer.

RESOLUTION #2025-67 That By-Law No. 4638, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the by-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.

RESOLUTION #2025-68 That this meeting be adjourned at 9:17 p.m.