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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-05-15 Electronic Council Communications Information Package Date:May 15, 2026 Time:12:00 PM Location:ECCIP is an information package and not a meeting. Description: An ECCIP is an electronic package containing correspondence received by Staff for Council's information. This is not a meeting of Council or Committee. Alternate Format: If this information is required in an alternate format, please contact the Accessibility Coordinator, at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131. Members of Council: In accordance with the Procedural By-law, please advise the Municipal Clerk at clerks@clarington.net, if you would like to include one of these items on the next regular agenda of the appropriate Standing Committee, along with the proposed resolution for disposition of the matter. 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Pages 1.Region of Durham Correspondence 1.1 Notice of Construction - Regional Road 3 Reconstruction in the Municipality of Clarington - April 30, 2026 4 1.2 Watermain Cleaning and Structural Lining - Chantel Court, Town of Bowmanville - May 8, 2026 6 1.3 Watermain Cleaning and Structural Lining - Alonna Street, Town of Bowmanville - May 8, 2026 8 1.4 Watermain Cleaning and Structural Lining - Roser Crescent, Town of Bowmanville - May 8, 2026 10 2.Durham Municipalities Correspondence 3.Other Municipalities Correspondence 3.1 City of Peterborough - Alto High-Speed Rail Project - April 30, 2026 12 3.2 Municipality of Huron Shores - Tar and Chip - May 1, 2026 14 3.3 Municipality of Huron Shores - Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (ACO) Proposal for 2026 Provincial Budget - May 1, 2026 15 3.4 Richmond Hill - Integrated Living and Participation Model for Adults with Developmental Disabilities - May 13, 2026 18 3.5 Township of Stone Mills - Opposition to the changes to Ontario's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act - May 14, 2026 20 3.5.1 Town of Bruce Mines - Opposition to the changes to Ontario's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act - May 14, 2026 21 4.Provincial / Federal Government and their Agency Correspondence 4.1 Ministry of Natural Resources - Regulations under the Geologic Carbon Storage Act, 2025 - April 30, 2026 23 4.2 Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism Volunteer Recognition Unit - Ontario Senior of the Year - May 14, 2026 25 May 15, 2026 Electronic Council Communications Information Package (ECCIP) Page 2 5.Miscellaneous Correspondence 5.1 Ryan ULC - Unfreeze Ontario - The Cost of Inaction - May 14, 2026 35 May 15, 2026 Electronic Council Communications Information Package (ECCIP) Page 3 Notice of Construction Regional Road 3 Reconstruction in the Municipality of Clarington Works Department April 30, 2026 Public Notice #1 What’s happening? The Regional Municipality of Durham has hired Four Seasons Site Development Ltd., to rebuild Regional Road 3. This work will occur from east of Townline Road, to west of Enfield Road (Regional Road 34) in the Municipality of Clarington. What work is being done? • Removing and reconstructing the granular road base and asphalt. • Adding wider paved shoulders • Replacing driveway and road crossing culverts. • Installing curb and gutter and improving driveway entrances. • Replacing steel beam guide rail. • Adding new streetlights at Langmaid Road. • Landscaping the area, includes sod, seeding and planting. • Completing environmental protection measures in wetlands. When will this happen? Four Seasons Site Development Ltd. will be on site the week of May 4, 2026 to start preparing for the work. The construction is expected to finish by June 30, 2027, depending on weather conditions. Construction activities will shut down during the winter period from December 1, 2026 until May 1, 2027. How will traffic be affected? • Traffic will be restricted to one lane open during daytime hours during active construction. • Drivers should expect delays and plan for extra time when using Regional Road 3. • A road closure will be required during Summer of 2026 to facilitate the construction of new road cross culverts in the wetland and adjacent road construction. The Region will provide advance notification of any full road closures in advance of traffic restrictions. Other important information • The equipment used for construction might make noise and cause ground vibrations. Anyone living or working nearby may notice this. • Businesses in the area will remain open during construction. For business owners who would like to learn more about what to expect during construction, visit durham.ca/OpenForBusiness. Page 4 Contract D2026-43 Public Notice #1 • The Region is doing its best to finish the work quickly and safely. • Please be careful when driving in the area for the safety of construction workers, people walking and people cycling. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact one of the following staff members from the Region: Junior Francis Project Supervisor 365-662-2392 Junior.Francis@durham.ca Marshall Duhig Project Inspector 905-261-7707 Marshall.Duhig@durham.ca If you require this information in an alternate accessible format, please contact 311 (within Durham Region). Follow the Region on social media @RegionOfDurham. The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario L1N 6A3 Telephone: 311 (within regional limits) or 1-800-372-1102 durham.ca/RegionalRoad3 Page 5 Chantel Court, Town of Bowmanville Watermain Cleaning and Structural Lining Works Department May 8, 2026 Public Notice As part of The Regional Municipality of Durham’s ongoing infrastructure maintenance program, watermains in your neighbourhood are scheduled to be cleaned and structurally lined this year (map attached). This program renews aging infrastructure, improves water quality, and reduces the risk of watermain breaks. A temporary watermain will be installed to maintain the water supply to all impacted homeowners during construction. The temporary watermain will be disinfected and tested for microbiological quality, then connected to your home via the outside water tap. There may be a minimal interruption to the water supply for your home during the switch over. Two-metre by two-metre excavations will be required at valve and fire hydrant locations and intervals along the watermain to provide access for cleaning, inspection, and lining equipment. Trench work or removal of sidewalks or driveways should not be required. Please note that it is the Region’s policy to reinstate all roadways, boulevards, driveways, and lawn areas that are disturbed after the construction work is completed. Every effort will be made to minimize the impacts on residents. Before full service is restored, the lined watermains will be disinfected and tested to ensure that the water quality continues to meet the Ontario Drinking Water Quality Standards. The contractor, Fer-Pal Construction Ltd 1, will start work Late-May. The duration of construction work is eighteen (18) weeks. Clean-up and restoration should be initiated and completed by October 2026. Please note that unfavorable weather conditions may affect the work schedule. During construction, access to driveways and all commercial and residential properties will be maintained in most instances, including emergency traffic and waste collection. The Region realizes that this work may be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly as possible. Should you have any questions or comments, please contact one of the following staff members listed below from the Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department: Lee Buchanan Claudiu Vilcu Project Inspector Project Supervisor 289-830-6504 905-409-8725 lee.buchanan@durham.ca claudiu.vilcu@durham.ca If you require this information in an accessible format, please contact 1-800-372-1102 ext. 3488. Follow the Region of Durham on social media @RegionOfDurham Page 6 The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario L1N 6A3 Telephone: 311 (within Regional limits) or 1-800-372-1102 durham.ca Note: Only the hatched streets are subject to this notification Page 7 Alonna Street, Town of Bowmanville Watermain Cleaning and Structural Lining Works Department May 8, 2026 Public Notice As part of The Regional Municipality of Durham’s ongoing infrastructure maintenance program, watermains in your neighbourhood are scheduled to be cleaned and structurally lined this year (map attached). This program renews aging infrastructure, improves water quality, and reduces the risk of watermain breaks. A temporary watermain will be installed to maintain the water supply to all impacted homeowners during construction. The temporary watermain will be disinfected and tested for microbiological quality, then connected to your home via the outside water tap. There may be a minimal interruption to the water supply for your home during the switch over. Two-metre by two-metre excavations will be required at valve and fire hydrant locations and intervals along the watermain to provide access for cleaning, inspection, and lining equipment. Trench work or removal of sidewalks or driveways should not be required. Please note that it is the Region’s policy to reinstate all roadways, boulevards, driveways, and lawn areas that are disturbed after the construction work is completed. Every effort will be made to minimize the impacts on residents. Before full service is restored, the lined watermains will be disinfected and tested to ensure that the water quality continues to meet the Ontario Drinking Water Quality Standards. The contractor, Fer-Pal Construction Ltd 1, will start work Late-May. The duration of construction work is eighteen (18) weeks. Clean-up and restoration should be initiated and completed by October 2026. Please note that unfavorable weather conditions may affect the work schedule. During construction, access to driveways and all commercial and residential properties will be maintained in most instances, including emergency traffic and waste collection. The Region realizes that this work may be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly as possible. Should you have any questions or comments, please contact one of the following staff members listed below from the Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department: Lee Buchanan Claudiu Vilcu Project Inspector Project Supervisor 289-830-6504 905-409-8725 lee.buchanan@durham.ca claudiu.vilcu@durham.ca If you require this information in an accessible format, please contact 1-800-372-1102 ext. 3488. Follow the Region of Durham on social media @RegionOfDurham Page 8 The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario L1N 6A3 Telephone: 311 (within Regional limits) or 1-800-372-1102 durham.ca Note: Only the hatched streets are subject to this notification Page 9 Roser Crescent, Town of Bowmanville Watermain Cleaning and Structural Lining Works Department May 8, 2026 Public Notice As part of The Regional Municipality of Durham’s ongoing infrastructure maintenance program, watermains in your neighbourhood are scheduled to be cleaned and structurally lined this year (map attached). This program renews aging infrastructure, improves water quality, and reduces the risk of watermain breaks. A temporary watermain will be installed to maintain the water supply to all impacted homeowners during construction. The temporary watermain will be disinfected and tested for microbiological quality, then connected to your home via the outside water tap. There may be a minimal interruption to the water supply for your home during the switch over. Two-metre by two-metre excavations will be required at valve and fire hydrant locations and intervals along the watermain to provide access for cleaning, inspection, and lining equipment. Trench work or removal of sidewalks or driveways should not be required. Please note that it is the Region’s policy to reinstate all roadways, boulevards, driveways, and lawn areas that are disturbed after the construction work is completed. Every effort will be made to minimize the impacts on residents. Before full service is restored, the lined watermains will be disinfected and tested to ensure that the water quality continues to meet the Ontario Drinking Water Quality Standards. The contractor, Fer-Pal Construction Ltd 1, will start work Late-May. The duration of construction work is eighteen (18) weeks. Clean-up and restoration should be initiated and completed by October 2026. Please note that unfavorable weather conditions may affect the work schedule. During construction, access to driveways and all commercial and residential properties will be maintained in most instances, including emergency traffic and waste collection. The Region realizes that this work may be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly as possible. Should you have any questions or comments, please contact one of the following staff members listed below from the Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department: Lee Buchanan Claudiu Vilcu Project Inspector Project Supervisor 289-830-6504 905-409-8725 lee.buchanan@durham.ca claudiu.vilcu@durham.ca If you require this information in an accessible format, please contact 1-800-372-1102 ext. 3488. Follow the Region of Durham on social media @RegionOfDurham Page 10 The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario L1N 6A3 Telephone: 311 (within Regional limits) or 1-800-372-1102 durham.ca Note: Only the hatched streets are subject to this notification Page 11 1)1 Ci11 ofteterboroug Office of the City Clerk,City Hall 500 George Street North Peterborough,Ontario K9H 3R9 April 30,2026 The Right Honourable Mark Carney,Prime Minister of Canada; Honourable Steven MacKinnon,Minister of Transport Emma Harrison,MP; Honourable Doug Ford,Premier of Ontario; Dave Smith,MPP; Laurie Scott,MPP; David Piccini,MPP; Martin lmbleau,Alto CEO Ontario Ministry of Transportation; Municipalities across the Kawartha Region and Eastern Ontario; Regional Economic Development and transportation partners. Subject:Alto High-Speed Rail Project The following resolution,adopted by City Council at its meeting held on March 30, 2026,is forwarded for your consideration. WHEREAS the Government of Canada has announced the development of the ALTO High-Speed Rail Project,a transformative national infrastructure initiative designed to connect major population and economic centres within the Toronto to Quebec City corridor; AND WHEREAS the City of Peterborough is strategically positioned within eastern Ontario and the Greater Toronto economic region,making it a natural and viable location for a station stop that would serve a rapidly growing population across Peterborough,the Kawarthas,and surrounding communities; AND WHEREAS the inclusion of a high-speed rail station in Peterborough would significantly strengthen regional economic development,workforce mobility, tourism,and business investment,while enhancing access to national markets and employment opportunities; Page 12 II •iteterboroug AND WHEREAS improved intercity transportation infrastructure aligns with the City’s goals of sustainable growth,reduced congestion,climate-conscious mobility,and increased housing affordability through better regional connectivity; AND WHEREAS high-speed rail stations in comparable jurisdictions have proven to act as major economic catalysts,attracting private investment,supporting downtown revitalization,and strengthening regional competitiveness; AND WHEREAS the Peterborough region represents a strong opportunity to serve a broad catchment area across eastern Ontario,reducing travel pressure on the Greater Toronto Area while supporting balanced regional development; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the City of Peterborough formally expresses its full support for the inclusion of Peterborough as a designated station stop within the planning and development of the ALTO High-Speed Rail Project; AND THAT Council urge the Government of Canada and project proponents to recognize the strategic economic,geographic,and regional mobility advantages of establishing a high-speed rail stop serving the Peterborough region; AND THAT the City of Peterborough reaffirms its commitment to working collaboratively with federal and provincial partners to ensure this once in a generation infrastructure project delivers lasting economic opportunity, sustainable mobility,and regional prosperity for the people of Peterborough and surrounding communities AND THAT the City of Peterborough actively engage,collaborate and work with federal,provincial partners,and all other stakeholders to advance the case for Peterborough as a critical node within the national high-speed rail network; AND FURTHER THAT this resolution be circulated to:The Government of Canada, The Right Honourable Mark Carney,Prime Minister of Canada,The Honourable Steven MacKinnon,Minister of Transport,Martin lmbleau,President and CEO, Alto,The Ontario Ministry of Transportation,Local Members of Parliament and Members of Provincial Parliament representing the Peterborough Region, Municipalities across the Kawartha Region and Eastern Ontario,Regional Economic Development and transportation partners. Sincerely, John ennecly y Clerk Page 13 Box 608, Little Current, P0P 1K0 705-368-3500 Please see below a Resolution passed by the Council of Northeastern Maniotulin and the Islands. If your Council supports this motion please share with the appropriate Ministries and Organizations. Thank You Resolution No. 75-03-2026 Moved by: B. Wood Seconded by: P. Aelick Whereas the Town of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands, like many municipalities, utilizes chip-and-tar surface treatment on a significant portion of its road network; and Whereas the Town has observed a substantial decrease in the length of time these treated roads remain in acceptable condition; and Whereas the quality and durability of the oil used in the surface treatment appears to be a contributing factor; and Whereas the Ministry of the Environment amended its regulations several years ago, permitting only lighter-grade oils for environmental considerations; and Whereas the reduced durability of the lighter-grade product has resulted in more frequent resurfacing cycles and has consequently led to increasing maintenance costs; Now therefore be it resolved that the Town of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands respectfully requests that the Ministry of the Environment reconsider its decision regarding the lighter grade of oil, taking into account the increased number of applications required, as well as the associated additional time, energy, and financial burden placed on municipalities or develops a better alternative oil. And Further that this motion be forwarded to the Ministry of Environment, AMO, Good Roads, FONOM, MPP Bill Rosenburg, and all other municipalities. Carried Page 14 May 1, 2026 Subject: Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (ACO) Proposal for 2026 Provincial Budget The Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Huron Shores passed Resolution #26-08-15 at the Regular Meeting held Wednesday, April 8th, 2026, as follows: “BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of Huron Shores supports the resolution of the Town of Saugeen Shores endorsing the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (ACO) proposal to include $10 million per year in the 2026 Provincial Budget for the Heritage Helping Housing (HHH) grant program; AND THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Finance, the Minister of Citizenship and Multiculturalism, the local MPP, and all Ontario municipalities.” Should you require anything further in order to address the above-noted resolution, please contact the undersigned Yours truly, Natashia Roberts CAO/Clerk NR/KN Cc: Premier of Ontario, the Minister of Finance, the Minister of Citizenship and Multiculturalism, the local MPP, and all Ontario municipalities Page 15 Town of Saugeen Shores 600 Tomlinson Drive, P.O. Box 820 Port Elgin, ON N0H 2C0 T F March 23, 2026 SENT VIA EMAIL The Honourable Doug Ford Premier of Ontario premier@ontario.ca The Honourable Peter Bethlenfalvy Minister of Finance minister.fin@ontario.ca The Honourable Graham McGregor, MPP Minister of Citizenship and Multiculturalism graham.mcgregor@pc.ola.org RE: Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (ACO) Proposal to include $10M per year in the 2026 provincial budget for Heritage Helping Housing (HHH) grant funding At the March 23, 2026, Regular Council meeting for the Town of Saugeen Shores, the attached motion was passed endorsing the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (ACO) Proposal to include $10M per year in the 2026 provincial budget for Heritage Helping Housing (HHH) grant funding. Sincerely, Hailey Leigh-Mossley Deputy Clerk Encl. cc. MPP Lisa Thompson All Ontario Municipalities Page 16 THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF SAUGEEN SHORES MOVED BY: C. Grace________________ RESOLUTION NO: _096-2026_ : M. Myatt_________ DATE: __March 23, 2026_____ Whereas older buildings have inherent sustainability and provide economic, environmental and social benefits for Ontario communities; and, Whereas re-use of existing buildings reduces the need for increased infrastructure that accompanies new builds such as sewer and water services, new roads and sidewalks; and, Whereas re-use of existing building can reduce construction waste and extend the life expectancy of landfills; and, Whereas keeping older buildings helps a community remain visually richer and enhances identity while building its tourism brand and appeal; and, Whereas creating a new, application-based, matching grant program of $10M/year, modelled on an existing Alberta program would incentivize owners and smaller developers to keep, fix and reuse heritage buildings to create new housing; and, Whereas such a grant program would provide an alternative to the Ontario heritage property tax relief program, which has limited impact on developers and reduces municipal revenues; and, Whereas such a grant program would provide a simpler and more direct way for heritage building owners to fund renovations or conservation; and, Whereas Ontario developers surveyed by the National Trust for Canada in 2014 ranked a heritage-revolving fund as their top incentive to encourage heritage development if: • the grants are simple to apply for and to administer; and, • the fund is large enough to meet at least 33% of the demand so that applicants have a reasonable chance of recovering the cost and effort of applying. Therefore, be it Resolved That the Council of the Town of Saugeen Shores endorse the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (ACO) Proposal to include $10M per year in the 2026 provincial budget for Heritage Helping Housing (HHH) grant funding, and that this resolution be sent to the Premier, Minister of Finance, Minister of Citizenship and Multiculturalism, and MPP Lisa Thompson, and be circulated to all municipalities in Ontario.  Carried  Carried, as amended  Defeated  Deferred  Referred  Tabled  Withdrawn __________________________________________ Mayor Page 17 Extracts from Council Meeting C#08-26 held May 13, 2026 Confirmatory By-law 54-26 For Your Information and Any Action Deemed Necessary 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 3P4 905-771-8800 RichmondHill.ca 16. Other Business 16.1 Member Motion - Councillor Thompson - Integrated Living and Participation Model for Adults with Developmental Disabilities Moved by: Councillor Thompson Seconded by: Councillor Cui Whereas individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities often experience a significant reduction in structured supports and programming upon reaching adulthood, particularly after the age of 21; and Whereas many of these individuals remain reliant on aging parents or caregivers, creating growing concern among families regarding long-term housing, care, and quality of life; and Whereas the Province of Ontario has, over time, transitioned away from large institutional models of care toward more community-based and inclusive approaches for individuals with developmental disabilities; and Whereas while these changes have improved opportunities for inclusion and independence, the current system of supports is often delivered across multiple programs and providers and may not fully address the long-term need for integrated living environments that combine housing, supports, and meaningful daily participation; and Whereas there is an increasing need for innovative, sustainable, and inclusive models of care that support independence, dignity, and community integration for adults with developmental disabilities; and Whereas opportunities may exist to explore models that provide safe and supportive living environments for adults with developmental disabilities while also offering structured, voluntary, and supported participation in day-to-day activities that foster a sense of purpose, skill development, and social connection; and Whereas such models, if thoughtfully designed, could complement existing care environments and contribute positively to the overall well- being of both participants and residents; and …2/ Page 18 Extracts from Council Meeting C#08-26 held May 13, 2026 Confirmatory By-law 54-26 For Your Information and Any Action Deemed Necessary 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 3P4 905-771-8800 RichmondHill.ca Whereas the Regional Municipality of York is responsible for a range of human services including housing, community services, and the operation of long-term care homes, and is therefore well-positioned to explore integrated and interdisciplinary approaches to care. Therefore, be it resolved that the Council of the City of Richmond Hill request that the Regional Municipality of York consider exploring innovative models of housing and support for adults with developmental disabilities, including the potential for an “Integrated Living and Participation Model”; and That such consideration includes opportunities for co-location or partnership with existing regional services, including long-term care and community housing, where appropriate; and That this model emphasizes voluntary, supported, and meaningful participation in activities that enhance quality of life, social inclusion, and community engagement, without displacing existing workforce roles; and That Council request that the Region engage with relevant stakeholders, including developmental service organizations, families, and advocacy groups, in considering such approaches; and That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to: • York Region Council • Daisy Wai, MPP – Richmond Hill; Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister for Seniors and Accessibility • Michael Parsa, MPP – Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill; Minister of Children, Community and Social Services • Natalia Kuzendova-Bashta, Minister of Long-Term Care • Association of Municipalities of Ontario • Ontario municipalities for information Carried Unanimously Page 19 The Corporation of The Township of Stone Mills 4504 County Road 4, Centreville, Ontario K0K 1N0 Tel. (613) 378-2475 Fax. (613) 378-0033 Website: www.stonemills.com May 14, 2026 Sent Via Email Only Hon. Doug Ford Premier of Ontario Legislative Building, Queen’s Park Toronto ON M7A 1A1 Dear Hon. Doug Ford, Re: Township of Stone Mills opposition to the changes to Ontario’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act Resolution 30-706-2026 ’s Moved By Seconded By Carried All MPP’s Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Date April 30, 2026 Subject: Regulations under the Geologic Carbon Storage Act, 2025 Hello, Following up on the recent letter you received from Jennifer Keyes, I am pleased to inform you that the Geologic Carbon Storage Act, 2025 (GCSA) and supporting regulations, detailing requirements for the authorization of research and evaluation activities and carbon storage activities in Ontario, are now in effect. Carbon storage is new to the province, and Ontario has taken a phased approach to ensure that it is done responsibly, with measures in place to safeguard people and the environment. Throughout each phase, the Ministry of Natural Resources has invited input from Indigenous communities and organizations, industry, agricultural associations, municipalities, non-government organizations, subject matter experts, farmers and the public. The ministry sought feedback on the Regulatory Proposals under the Proposed Geologic Carbon Storage Act from August 12th, 2025, until September 26th, 2025. The final regulations can be found online through the following links: • Ontario Regulation 311/25: General Matters under the Authority of the Lieutenant Governor in Council • Ontario Regulation 12/26: General Matters under the Authority of the Minister • Ontario Regulation 13/26: Rent Through the regulation development process, all comments were considered, and changes were made to the proposal to respond to feedback and improve clarity and consistency. Key changes include: • Removing application fees • Lowering the emissions threshold for projects eligible to use pore space vested in the Crown by regulation • Extending the maximum term of licences and permits for research and evaluation to support post‑closure management • Refining municipal endorsement requirements for storage permits • Allowing phased security and the use of surety bonds for security Ministry of Natural Resources Development and Hazard Policy Branch Policy Division 300 Water Street Peterborough, ON K9J 3C7 Ministère des Richesses naturelles Direction de la politique d'exploitation des ressources et des risques naturels. Division de l’élaboration des politiques 300, rue Water Peterborough (Ontario) K9J 3C7 Page 23 • Clarifying closure timelines • Providing for the establishment of site-specific protection boundaries, instead of using fixed buffers, to delineate areas where Oil, Gas and Salt Resources Act (OGSRA) operators are restricted from carrying out well-related activities that could impact reservoirs where CO2 is being stored. The original proposal also included updates to the sample processing fees charged to all operators under the OGSRA, but a decision was made to not move forward with those updates at this time. The ministry’s approach to stewardship fees has been deferred and will be considered separately. The proposal and decision notices are available on the Regulatory Registry under posting # 25-MNRF006. The GCSA and supporting regulations enable the safe, responsible and permanent storage of carbon dioxide in a manner that is designed to protect public safety and the environment and minimize potential adverse impacts on other land and resource uses. Establishing a clear legislative and regulatory framework for this activity is key to realizing the potential benefits and managing potential risks associated with geologic carbon storage. For more information on geologic carbon storage in Ontario, please visit Ontario.ca/CarbonStorage. If you have questions, please contact the Carbon Storage Operations Section by email at carbonstorage@ontario.ca or by phone at 519-873- 4634. Sincerely, John Dungavell Director, Development and Hazard Policy Branch Page 24 From:Minister Seniors and Accessibility (MSAA) To:Minister Seniors and Accessibility (MSAA) Subject:Seniors Month 2026 | Mois des aînés 2026 Date:May 14, 2026 10:25:40 AM Attachments:msaa-seniors-month-2026-tipsheet-fr-2026-05-05.pdf msaa-seniors-month-2026-factsheet-fr-2026-05-04.pdf msaa-seniors-month-2026-factsheet-en-2026-04-22.pdf msaa-seniors-month-2026-poster-fr-2026-05-04.pdf msaa-seniors-month-2026-tipsheet-en-2026-04-21.pdf msaa-seniors-month-2026-poster-en-2026-04-21.pdf msaa-seniors-month-2026-social-media-shareable-fr-2026-05-12-2.jpg msaa-seniors-month-2026-social-media-shareable-en-2026-05-12-1.jpg msaa-seniors-month-2026-social-media-shareable-en-2026-05-12-2.jpg msaa-seniors-month-2026-social-media-shareable-fr-2026-05-12-1.jpg You don't often get email from ministerseniorsaccessibility@ontario.ca. Learn why this is important EXTERNAL Hello, June is Seniors Month in Ontario – a time to acknowledge and recognize the amazing seniors across this province. This year’s theme, Ontario Seniors – Let’s Get Moving, highlights the importance of supporting our older adults through programs and initiatives that promote wellness, social engagement and education. We all know seniors who inspire us, whether they are family, friends or colleagues. I encourage you to: Proclaim June as Seniors Month in your municipality. Use the materials provided (poster, sharables, fact sheet and tip sheet) to celebrate our outstanding older adults. Host events like the Senior of the Year Awards, or social gatherings. Share your celebrations including photos and videos on social media tagging our ministry and using the hashtag #SeniorsMonth2026: X: @SeniorsON, @AinesON Facebook: Seniors Ontario, AinesOntario LinkedIn: @Seniors and Accessibility This year also marks the 60th anniversary of Ontario funding Seniors Active Living Centre (SALC) programs. Originally known as Elderly Persons Centres, Ontario now has over 400 SALC programs providing activities and services for seniors and older adults in communities across the province. Please find one near you here. For more information, visit ontario.ca/seniors or check out our updated Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario. Thank you for your support and partnership in celebrating Ontario’s seniors. Page 25 Sincerely, Honourable Raymond Cho Minister for Seniors and Accessibility Confidentiality Warning: This e-mail contains information intended only for the use of the individual emailed above. If you have received this e-mail in error, we would appreciate it if you could advise us through the ministry's website at the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility and destroy all copies of this message. Thank you. Bonjour, Juin est le Mois des aînés en Ontario. C’est le moment de saluer et de reconnaître les remarquables aînés de notre entourage, à l’échelle de la province. Le thème de cette année, Aînés de l’Ontario — Bougeons, souligne l’importance d’aider nos personnes âgées au moyen de programmes et d’initiatives qui favorisent le mieux-être, la participation sociale et l’éducation. Nous connaissons tous des aînés qui nous inspirent, que ce soit parmi nos amis, notre famille ou nos collègues. Je vous encourage à : proclamer juin en tant que Mois des aînés dans votre municipalité; utiliser le matériel fourni (affiche, images partagées, fiche d’information et fiche de conseils) pour célébrer nos remarquables aînés; organiser des activités comme le Prix de la personne âgée de l’année de l’Ontario, ou des rassemblements sociaux; partager des photos et des vidéos de vos célébrations sur les médias sociaux, en identifiant notre ministère à l’aide du mot-clic #MoisDesAînés2026: X : @SeniorsON, @AinesON Facebook : Seniors Ontario, AinesOntario LinkedIn : @Seniors and Accessibility Cette année marque également le 60e anniversaire du financement des programmes des centres de vie active pour personnes âgées (CVAPA) par l’Ontario. Appelés à l’origine Centres pour personnes âgées, l’Ontario compte maintenant plus de 400 programmes des CVAPA qui offrent des activités et des services aux aînés et aux personnes âgées dans les collectivités de la province. Veuillez en trouver un près de chez vous ici. Pour en savoir plus, consultez ontario.ca/aines. Vous pouvez également explorer la version à jour de notre Guide des programmes et services pour les aînés en Ontario. Je vous remercie de votre soutien et de votre collaboration en vue de célébrer les aînés de l’Ontario. Meilleures salutations, Page 26 L’honorable Raymond Cho Ministre des Services aux aînés et de l’Accessibilité Avis de confidentialité: Ce courriel contient des renseignements destinés exclusivement à son destinataire. Si vous avez reçu ce courriel par erreur, nous vous serions reconnaissants de bien vouloir nous en informer sur le site Web du ministère à l’adresse Ministère des Services aux aînés et de l’Accessibilité et de détruire tout exemplaire de ce message. Merci. Page 27 June is Seniors Month Ontario Seniors — Let’s Get Moving Information for Seniors in Ontario The Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility works with community organizations to offer supports and services to help seniors stay active, safe and socially connected. Seniors and their families can find the information they need to connect to government services and community supports at ontario.ca/Seniors. Seniors Community Grant Program This program funds local not-for-profit community groups and organizations to deliver projects, supports and resources for seniors that provide opportunities for greater social inclusion, volunteerism and community engagement. Find more information at ontario.ca/SeniorsGrant. Seniors Active Living Fairs Seniors can find information about government programs and services as well as information about healthy aging and active lifestyles to keep them active and engaged. Learn more about seniors fairs in your community. Seniors Active Living Centre programs This year marks the 60th anniversary of Ontario's Seniors Active Living Centres programs. These programs help local seniors stay active, become more involved in their community, and meet new friends in person or online. These programs include: • unique social activities • learning and educational opportunities • recreational programming. The government has expanded the number of programs, so more seniors across the province can get the services that meet their needs close to home. There are now more than 400 programs across the province. To find a Seniors Active Living Centre program, please: • visit ontario.ca/SeniorsCentre • contact your municipality • call 2-1-1. Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility ontario.ca/SeniorsMonth Page 28 June is Seniors Month Ontario Seniors — Let’s Get Moving Age-friendly communities Age-Friendly Communities are inclusive, accessible environments with programs and services that help seniors stay connected. These communities can include improved transit and housing, as well as opportunities for civic and social participation. Learn more at ontario.ca/AgeFriendly. Health811 Health811 is a free, secure and confidential service Ontarians can call or access online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to receive health advice from qualified health professionals such as a registered nurse, locate local health services and find trusted health information. This service is available in both English and French, with translation support offered in other languages. • Call: 811 • Toll-free TTY: 711 and 1-800-855-0511 • Chat live online • Visit ontario.ca/Health811 Seniors Safety Line Seniors Safety Line is a 24/7, confidential and free resource. It provides counselling, information, safety planning and referrals in 240 languages for seniors in Ontario who are experiencing, or are at risk of, any type of abuse or neglect. Call Toll-free: 1-866-299-1011. or TTY 1-866-299-0008 More information Learn more about: • Seniors Month at ontario.ca/SeniorsMonth. • ministry programs and services at ontario.ca/msaa. • resources for seniors at ontario.ca/SeniorsGuide. • other programs and services available in your area at 211ontario.ca. • Seniors’ INFOline Call: 416-326-7076 Toll-free: 1-888-910-1999 TTY: 1-800-387-5559 Follow us on social @SeniorsON @SeniorsOntario @Seniors and Accessibility Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility ontario.ca/SeniorsMonth Page 29 Juin est leMois des aînés Aînés de l’Ontario — Bougeons Ministère des Services aux aînés et de l’Accessibilité ontario.ca/MoisDesPersonnesAgees Information pour les aînés en Ontario Le ministère des Services aux aînés et de l’Accessibilité travaille avec des organismes communautaires pour offrir des mesures de soutien et des services qui aident les aînés à rester actifs et en sécurité, tout en maintenant des liens sociaux. Les aînés et leur famille trouveront l’information dont ils ont besoin pour communiquer avec les services gouvernementaux et communautaires à ontario.ca/Aines. Programme de subventions aux projets communautaires pour l’inclusion des aînés Ce programme finance des groupes et des organismes communautaires sans but lucratif à l’échelle locale afin qu’ils fournissent aux aînés des projets, des mesures de soutien et des ressources qui offrent des possibilités d’inclusion sociale, de bénévolat et de participation communautaire. De plus amples renseignements sur le site ontario.ca/SubventionsPourLesAines. Salons de vie active pour personnes âgées Les aînés peuvent trouver de l’information sur les programmes et les services gouvernementaux, de même que sur le vieillissement en santé et les modes de vie actifs qui les aideront à demeurer actifs et à maintenir des liens sociaux. Apprenez-en davantage sur les salons des aînés dans votre communauté (site Web en anglais seulement). Programmes des centres de vie active pour personnes âgées Cette année marque le 60e anniversaire des programmes des centres de vie active pour personnes âgées de l’Ontario. Les programmes des centres de vie active pour personnes âgées contribuent à garder les aînés actifs et impliqués dans leur collectivité, et à leur permettre de faire de nouvelles connaissances en ligne ou en personne. Ces programmes comprennent : •activités sociales uniques; Page 30 Ministère des Services aux aînés et de l’Accessibilité ontario.ca/MoisDesPersonnesAgees • possibilités d’apprentissage et d’éducation; • programmation des activités récréatives. Le gouvernement a augmenté le nombre de programmes pour qu’un plus grand nombre d’aînés dans la province puissent obtenir les services qui répondent à leurs besoins près de chez eux. Pour trouver un centre de vie active pour personnes âgées : • Visitez le site ontario.ca/CentrePourAines • communiquez avec votre municipalité; • composez le 2-1-1. Collectivités-amies des aînés On parle ici de collectivités inclusives qui créent des environnements accessibles et qui offrent des programmes et services aux aînés afin qu’ils restent en contact avec leur entourage. Ces collectivités peuvent offrir de meilleurs services de transport et des logements pour les aînés ainsi qu’un plus grand nombre d’occasions de participer à des activités sociales et civiques. Plus d’information à ontario.ca/CollectivitésAmiesDesAines. Santé811 Santé811 est un service gratuit, sécuritaire et confidentiel dont les Ontariennes et Ontariens peuvent se prévaloir par téléphone ou en ligne, jour et nuit, sept jours sur sept pour recevoir des conseils sur la santé offerts par des professionnels qualifiés, comme une infirmière autorisée, pour savoir où trouver les services de santé locaux ou de l’information fiable en matière de santé. Ce service est offert en français et en anglais et procure aussi une aide à la traduction dans d’autres langues. • Composez le : 811 • ATS sans frais 711 et 1-800-855-0511 • Session de clavardage en direct • Consultez ontario.ca/Sante811. Juin est leMois des aînés Aînés de l’Ontario — Bougeons Page 31 Juin est leMois des aînés Aînés de l’Ontario — Bougeons Ligne d’assistance aux personnes âgées La ligne d’assistance aux personnes âgées est une ressource confidentielle offerte gratuitement, jour et nuit, sept jours sur sept. Elle offre des services de counseling, de planification de la sécurité et d’aiguillage ainsi que de l’information dans 240 langues aux personnes âgées qui sont victimes de mauvais traitement ou de négligence ou qui sont susceptibles de l’être. Appelez sans frais au : 1-866-299-1011 ou ATS 1-866-299-0088. Pour plus d’information Pour en savoir plus sur : • le Mois des aînés, consultez le site ontario.ca/MoisDesPersonnesAgees. • les programmes et services du ministère, consultez le site ontario.ca/msaafr. • ressources pour les aînés sur le site ontario.ca/GuidePourLesAines. • autres programmes et services disponibles dans votre région, consultez le 211ontario.ca. •la Ligne Info – personnes âgées composez le 416 326-7076 sans frais : 1 888 910-1999 ATS : 1 800 387-5559 Suivez-vous sur les réseaux sociaux @AinesON @AinesOntario @Services aux aînés et Accessibilité Ministère des Services aux aînés et de l’Accessibilité ontario.ca/MoisDesPersonnesAgees Page 32 June is Seniors Month Ontario Seniors — Let’s Get Moving Tips on how you can support Seniors Month 2026 Thank the seniors in your life for all their hard work and show them just how much they are appreciated: • Send a “Thank You” message, either in person, over the phone, by mail or email, or on social media. • Nominate a senior in June for an Ontario Senior Achievement Award. • Post a message on your social media channels and tag us on X (Twitter): @SeniorsON or Facebook: @SeniorsOntario. Tell us what you are doing during Seniors Month • Join our Seniors Month conversation on X and Facebook by using #SeniorsMonth2026. • Post photos or videos of your Seniors Month celebrations and tag us on X (Twitter): @SeniorsON, and Facebook: @SeniorsOntario. • Seniors volunteering and helping in their neighbourhood? Tell us about it! Tag us on X (Twitter): @SeniorsON, and Facebook: @SeniorsOntario. Promote Seniors Month to your friends and family • Share health and fitness tips for seniors. • Post info about seniors’ events taking place during Seniors Month (via link to community centres/municipalities). • Feature topics of interest to seniors (retirement, financial scams and fraud, elder abuse, housing, driving, health and well-being) in your posts. • Provide Seniors Month resources to celebrate the month: poster, factsheet or ideas to celebrate Seniors Month. Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility ontario.ca/SeniorsMonth Page 33 Juin est leMois des aînés Aînés de l’Ontario — Bougeons Trucs pour soutenir le Mois des aînés 2026 Remerciez les aînés dans votre vie pour leur travail acharné et témoignez-leur votre appréciation : • en leur envoyant un message de remerciement en personne, au téléphone, par la poste, par courriel ou encore par l’entremise des réseaux sociaux; • en proposant la candidature d’une personne âgée durant le mois de juin dans le cadre du Prix d’excellence de l’Ontario pour les personnes âgées; • en publiant un message sur vos canaux de médias sociaux et en nous identifiant sur X (Twitter) : @AinesON, et sur Facebook : @AinesOntario. Dites-nous ce que vous organiserez durant le Mois des aînés • Joignez-vous à notre conversation sur le Mois des aînés sur Twitter et Facebook en utilisant le mot-clic #MoisdesAînés2026. • Publiez des photos ou des vidéos de vos célébrations du Mois des aînés et identifiez-nous sur X (Twitter) : @AinesON, et sur Facebook : @AinesOntario. • Vous connaissez des aînés qui donnent de leur temps dans leur quartier? Dites-nous ce qu’ils font! Identifiez-nous sur X (Twitter) : @AinesON, et sur Facebook: @AinesOntario. Parlez du Mois des aînés à vos amis et à votre famille • Prodiguez des conseils sur la santé et la forme physique à l’intention des aînés. • Publiez de l’information sur les événements destinés aux personnes âgées qui sont prévus pendant le Mois des aînés (à l’aide d’un lien vers les centres communautaires et les municipalités). • Publiez des articles d’intérêt pour les aînés (retraite, escroqueries et fraudes financières, mauvais traitements envers les aînés, logement, conduite automobile, activités récréatives et activités d’apprentissage) dans vos messages/publications. • Fournissez des ressources sur la façon de célébrer le Mois des aînés : affiches, feuillet d’information ou idées. Ministère des Services aux aînés et de l’Accessibilité ontario.ca/MoisDesPersonnesAgees Page 34 From:Michelle Chambers To:ClerksExternalEmail Subject:FW: Unfreeze Ontario - The Cost of Inaction Date:May 14, 2026 4:48:05 PM Good morning, I am following up on my email of March 25 regarding the frozen assessment roll in Ontario and its impact on businesses across our communities. We would greatly appreciate your consideration of the attached background materials and proposed motion for Mayor and Council. As noted previously, this is a time-sensitive matter, as direction to MPAC on the 2027 Assessment Roll will be required in the near future. Your support on this issue would be highly valuable. We look forward to hearing from you. Yours truly, Paul Sullivan Principal, Practice Leader Advocacy and Tax Policy Canada Ryan ULC 2500 – 320 Granville Street Vancouver, BC V6C 1S9 604.331.7300 Direct / 604.341.3270 Mobile www.ryan.com/canada From: Pamela Scanlon <Pamela.Scanlon@Ryan.com> On Behalf Of Paul Sullivan Sent: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 9:51 AMimport Cc: Pamela Scanlon <Pamela.Scanlon@ryan.com> Subject: Unfreeze Ontario - The Cost of Inaction Good afternoon, My name is Paul Sullivan and I am partner with Ryan. My role in the firm is to advocate on behalf of taxpayers to ensure fairness and equity through good tax policy. The frozen assessment roll in Ontario is hurting all types of businesses throughout our communities. Please see attached background article as well as a proposed motion for Mayor and Council. We hope you will pass a motion to this effect and contribute to making Ontario fair and competitive for all businesses. This is an urgent matter as Government must direct MPAC to create a 2027 Assessment Role in the near future. It would be anticipated that taxpayers would receive their new assessment in November. Page 35 Yours truly, Paul Sullivan Principal, Practice Leader Advocacy and Tax Policy Canada Ryan ULC 2500 – 320 Granville Street Vancouver, BC V6C 1S9 604.331.7300 Direct / 604.341.3270 Mobile Ryan.com/Canada Page 36 Retail and Office Tenants Overpay While Others Get a Pass Ontario’s outdated assessed values are putting jobs and local businesses at risk. Retail and office tenants are taxed based on inflated values, while other businesses get a pass—leaving everyday residents to make up the difference through higher prices. It’s time to reassess and restore fairness. of all jobs in Ontario RETAIL JOBS OFFICE JOBS 826,000 1,294,000 26% -100% % Under/Over Taxation Average underpayment Number of occurrences Average overpayment 34.6%63.6% 100%0 OTHER TAXPAYERS RETAIL 6 6 24 21 18 12 108 Ontario’s Tax Freeze: Costing Jobs, Raising Prices Who’s Bearing the Hidden Consumer Tariff in Ontario? Property Taxes Out of Sync with Reality Ontario’s property tax system is out of sync with market reality. Retail and office properties have declined in value, yet remain overtaxed, while other businesses—whose values have tripled—are undertaxed. Without reassessment, struggling retail and office sectors face rising costs, lower occupancy, and mounting pressure. The Only Province Without Reassessment Since the Pandemic Ontario is the only province that hasn’t reassessed property values since the pandemic. As of January 1st 2025, Ontario taxes were based on values that are 108 months in the past, while in the rest of Canada assessed values are 6-24 months in the past. Regular reassessments give businesses the stability to plan and invest. Without it, struggling sectors like retail and office face uncertainty and discouraging costs. It’s Time to Reassess and Restore Fairness Reassess Ontario’s Properties: Support Local Jobs and Economic Balance Learn more at ryan.com Unfair property tax policies are placing a hidden tariff on consumers, driving up the cost of goods and putting immense pressure on small businesses. Local retailers, the backbone of our communities, are overtaxed, threatening jobs and economic stability across Ontario. How out of date are Ontario assessments? Local Businesses, Unfairly Taxed Unfair taxation is placing a hidden burden on local communities across Ontario. Independent businesses are overtaxed, driving up prices for consumers and putting jobs and livelihoods at risk. Residents are paying the price while trying to support their local retailers. Residents want to support local businesses but are facing higher prices due to an outdated tax system that favors large properties. This province-wide issue is putting undue pressure on communities and demands immediate action. Median Overtaxation 45%0 Vaughan Toronto Ottawa Oshawa Oakville Mississauga Ajax RetailOffice Months from assessment date to tax date as of January 1, 2025 00 108 Overtaxed Undertaxed Property values OTHER BUSINESSESRETAILOFFICE value tripled3x Assessed Value as % of Sale Price 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 0- 20%20%-30%60%-70%40%-50%80%-90%30%-40%70%-80%50%-60%90%-100%100% + Other Businesses Retail Office 1,500 properties evaluated Page 37 We kindly request that that Council call on the Government of Ontario to promptly move to update property assessments in the Province. The following resolution has been drafted for Council’s consideration at its next meeting:  WHEREAS a well-functioning and up-to-date assessment system supports strong communities and makes the province an attractive place to invest; and  WHEREAS property assessments in Ontario have not been updated in over a decade, making them the most outdated in Canada, while provinces such as Alberta and British Columbia update assessments annually to reflect current market conditions; and  WHEREAS the prolonged pause in the reassessment cycle has created significant distortions in assessed values, resulting in inequities among property classes; and  WHEREAS outdated assessments negatively impact investment decisions, economic competitiveness, municipal planning, and disproportionately affect independent small businesses; and  WHEREAS reassessments are designed to be revenue neutral for the municipality, ensure fairness in taxation, maintain public confidence in the property tax system, and support long-term municipal financial planning; and  WHEREAS a coalition of municipalities, chambers of commerce, tourism organizations, small businesses, and major property owners have called upon the Government of Ontario to update property assessments;  NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of [Name of Municipality] hereby calls upon the Premier of Ontario and the Minister of Finance to direct the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation to promptly resume the regular property assessment cycle; and  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario; the Honourable Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance; the Honourable Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing; the Association of Municipalities of Ontario; and the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation for their consideration and timely action. 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