The Kapuskasing Record

Joint Committees of the Whole and Council

August 10, 2026

Who was there

Present (5): M. Breton, M. Dinnissen, G. Fortin, B. Newton, D. Plourde

Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.

What was decided (13 motions)

13 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

RESOLUTION #2026-123 That the agenda be approved, as presented.
Moved by Councillor A.-M. Leblanc, seconded by Councillor B. Newton
Carried
RESOLUTION #2026-124 That the Minutes of the Joint Committees of the Whole and Council Meeting held on July 13 2026, be adopted.
Moved by Councillor M. Breton, seconded by Councillor M. Dinnissen
Carried
RESOLUTION #2026-125 THAT Council authorize the Town of Kapuskasing to enter into an agreement with GlobalMedic for the donation of one wildland Fire Skid system to the Kapuskasing Fire Department; AND THAT Council authorize the acceptance of the donated wildland Fire Skid system, valued at approximately $6,000, at no cost to the municipality; AND FURTHER THAT the appropriate signing authority be authorized to execute the necessary agreement and any related documentation required to complete the transfer of the equipment.
Moved by Councillor A.-M. Leblanc, seconded by Councillor G. Fortin
Carried
RESOLUTION #2026-126 THAT Council receive the report regarding the reallocation of Minor Capital funding for the Donat Brousseau Pool; AND THAT Council approve the reallocation of approximately $6,000 originally budgeted in the 2026 Page 6 of 9 Minor Capital Program for the purchase and installation of a new lint trap at the Donat Brousseau Pool toward a comprehensive State of Good Repair Assessment to be completed by Aquatic Associates; AND THAT the consulting assignment, valued at approximately $5,820 plus applicable taxes, be funded within the existing approved Minor Capital allocation for the Donat Brousseau Pool, with no additional funding being requested; AND FURTHER THAT the results of the assessment be used to support future capital planning, repair and replacement priorities, and ongoing operational decision- making for the Donat Brousseau Pool.
Moved by Councillor A.-M. Leblanc, seconded by Councillor M. Breton
Carried
RESOLUTION #2026-127 THAT Council receive the correspondence from the Northern Vibrancy Committee regarding the annual Kapuskasing Colour Run taking place on Saturday, September 12, 2026; AND THAT, consistent with past practice, Council approve the request for in-kind municipal support, including the use of tables, chairs, garbage bins and traffic control equipment, subject to availability, operational requirements and coordination with the Recreation Director, Public Works Foreman and any other appropriate municipal departments; AND FURTHER THAT the organizers be required to ensure that volunteers are stationed at each affected intersection to assist with traffic direction and to allow emergency vehicles to pass when required; AND FURTHER THAT the organizers be required to notify Emergency Services, including the OPP, Fire Department and Ambulance Services, of the event, proposed route and temporarily affected intersections for awareness and coordination purposes.
Moved by Councillor B. Newton, seconded by Councillor M. Dinnissen
Carried
Page 7 of 9 RESOLUTION #2026-128 THAT Council receive the correspondence from O’Briens Corporate Group regarding a request for the in-kind use of municipal fencing for the O’Brien’s Brews & Tunes Festival; AND THAT Council approve the request for the in-kind use of municipal fencing for the event, subject to availability, operational requirements and confirmation that the fencing is not required for municipal purposes at the time of the event; AND THAT the use of municipal fencing be provided at no cost to the municipality, with the organizers being responsible for coordinating with the Public Works Department regarding the quantity required, pick-up, delivery, installation, removal and return of the fencing, as applicable; AND FURTHER THAT the organizers be required to comply with any conditions established by the Town, including requirements related to insurance, liability, damage, security, emergency access and municipal operations.
Moved by Councillor A.-M. Leblanc, seconded by Councillor G. Fortin
Carried
RESOLUTION #2026-129 That By-Law No. 4710, being a By-Law to authorize execution of a loan agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Kapuskasing and Énergie Kap Energy, be enacted and passed, that the Corporate seal be affixed thereto, and that the By-Law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.
Moved by Councillor M. Breton, seconded by Councillor A.-M. Leblanc
Carried
RESOLUTION #2026-130 That By-Law No. 4711, being a a By-Law to authorize the execution of an Ontario Transfer Payment Agreement - Page 8 of 9 Connecting Links Program Contribution Agreement (Caron Street to Clear Lake Road), be enacted and passed, that the Corporate seal be affixed thereto, and that the By-Law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.
Moved by Councillor M. Dinnissen, seconded by Councillor B. Newton
Carried
RESOLUTION #2026-131 That this Council move to a closed session, pursuant to Sections 239(2)(c) and Section 239(2)(k) of the Municipal Act, for three (3) matters pertaining to potential acquisition or disposition of lands and plans and instructions for negotiations pertaining to the same matters.
Moved by Councillor G. Fortin, seconded by Councillor M. Breton
Carried
RESOLUTION #2026-132 That this Closed Session adjourn at 5:34 pm.
Moved by Councillor B. Newton, seconded by Councillor A.-M. Leblanc
Carried
RESOLUTION #2026-133 Council met in Closed Session pursuant to Sections 239(2)(c) and Section 239(2)(k) of the Municipal Act, for three (3) matters pertaining to potential acquisition or disposition of lands and plans and instructions for negotiations pertaining to the same matters, and the following resolution emanated from the meeting: 1) THAT Council direct Mayor and CAO to proceed as instructed in Closed Session with respect to the proposed continuation of veterinary services in the region and matters related to the potential acquisition of a property. AND THAT Administration prepare a Letter of Understanding to secure the equipment of veterinary services. Page 9 of 9 2) THAT Council direct Mayor and CAO to proceed as instructed in Closed Session with respect to the proposed acquisition of lands, related letter of intent and negotiations associated with the development of a new long-term care facility and future development opportunities. AND THAT Council approve a municipal contribution of approximately $200,000 toward the acquisition of the lands, with final values and funding sources to be confirmed prior to closing; 3) THAT Council direct Mayor and CAO to proceed as instructed in Closed Session with respect to the proposed acquisition of a property and related discussions concerning future partnership and economic development opportunities. AND THAT Council direct the Mayor and CAO to execute a donation agreement that would pause further marketing and provide a formal
Moved by Councillor M. Dinnissen, seconded by Councillor G. Fortin
Carried
RESOLUTION #2026-134 That By-Law No. 4712, 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.
Moved by Councillor M. Breton, seconded by Councillor A.-M. Leblanc
Carried
RESOLUTION #2026-135 That this meeting be adjourned at 5:37 pm.
Moved by Councillor G. Fortin, seconded by Councillor B. Newton
Carried

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