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may 2022 TIMES
Welcome Back Cottagers
Photo Credit:
@sunshine_obsessed
Township of Georgian Bay @gbtownship
99 Lone Pine Road, Port Severn ON L0K 1S0 @gbtownship
705-538-2337 | 1-800-567-0187 (toll-free) Township of Georgian Bay
www.gbtownship.ca Township of Georgian Bay
gardening season is upon us
New gardens, no matter what type,
are not like new electronics or cars
where you can expect things to
run smoothly simply because they
are new.
With proper care, your garden will
get better with age. Don’t compare
the results of your first year to
your grandmother’s well established
garden. The important thing is just
to start!
You’re not in this alone. There are
trillions of microorganisms, worms,
and other insects helping to make
your garden flourish over time. They
need a garden bed though!
Excellent resources for your garden
can be found at:
https://www.gbbr.ca/gardens/
pickleball in honey harbour
Residents of Honey Harbour have fundraised If you can see yourself participating in this
dollars to support the to creation of 6 Pickle- fast growing sport we invite you to support
ball courts at the Honey Harbour Park. the creation of Pickleball courts in Honey Har-
bour by sponsoring.
Lead fundraisers Rob and Michelle Krizmanich,
presented to Council the concept of installing 6 For ways to submit your donation visit
Pickleball courts at the park and have already our website.
initiated a fundraising campaign. To be able to
include the courts at the park the project will
cost $300,000. Rob and wife Michelle have al-
ready confirmed $165,000 in pledges. In or-
der to move the project forward a minimum of
$150,000 must be secured.
The Pickleball courts will be utilized for all ages
to play casual games and to host tournaments.
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invasive species in georgian bay
These invasive species are especially harmful to Muskoka's environment:
• Invasive Phragmites Australis (European Common Reed)
• Japanese Knotweed (Fallopia Japonica)
• Giant Hogweed (Heracleum Mantegazzianum)
• Spongy Moth (formerly known as LDD and Gypsy Moth)
Invasive Phragmites Giant Hogweed Japanese Knotweed
gypsy moth is now know as the spongy moth
Spongy Moth Caterpillar Spongy Moth: Female
Spongy Moth: Male
From May to August hand-picking is an effective way to remove caterpillars, moths and pupae
from smaller trees and shrubs. Place in a bucket of soapy water for 48+ hours. To attract natural
predators of Spongy Moth you can plant native shrubs and flowers.
From late June to August, large caterpillars may move down tree trunks during hot days. To tar-
get these, you can create a ‘skirt trap’ - wrap a large piece of burlap around the trunk fastened
by twine or rope around the middle, fold the top half of the burlap over the twine so there is
overhang that the caterpillars can crawl under. Check the trap every afternoon and place cater-
pillars and pupae in a bucket of soapy water for 48+ hours.
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2022 Municipal and School Board Elections
OFFICES FOR NOMINATION
aMayor (Also serves as a District Councillor)
aDistrict Councillor (Wards 1 and 3)
aDistrict Councillor (Wards 2 and 4)
aCouncillor Ward 1
aCouncillor Ward 2
aCouncillor Ward 3
aCouncillor Ward 4
ARE YOU QUALIFIED TO RUN
IMPORTANT ELECTION DATES
FOR OFFICE?
Monday, May 2, 2022
Nominations Open aAre you a Canadian Citizen?
Friday, August 19, 2022 aAt Least 18 Years of Age?
Nominations Close
aResides in the Township of
Monday, October 24, 2022
Georgian Bay or is the owner
Voting Day
or tenant of land in the local
Tuesday, November 15, 2022 municipality or the spouse of
First Day of New Term such person?
For more details contact the
Clerks Department 705-538-2337
gbtownship.ca/elections
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Council Meetings for May 2022
Council and Committee Meetings Committee of the Whole with Open Forum
View the Council Portal for the meeting calendar, Tuesday, May 10 at 1:00 PM
agendas, minutes, council highlights, by-laws, plan- Open Forum Registration Deadline 9:00 AM on Tues-
ning notices, or sign up for e-updates. day, May 10 to info@gbtownship.ca
Missed a meeting? Visit the Township’s YouTube Committee of Adjustment
channel or read the Council Highlights. Friday, May 13 at 10:00 AM
Public Meeting Registration Deadline 12:00 Noon on
Council with Open Forum Thursday, May 12 to planning@gbtownship.ca
Monday, May 9 at 9:00 AM
Planning Advisory Committee
Open Forum Registration Deadline 9:00 AM on
Monday, May 9 to info@gbtownship.ca Friday, May 27 at 10:00 AM
Planning Council with Public Meeting Honey Harbour Community Advisory
Tuesday, May 10 at 9:00 AM Committee
Public Meeting Registration Deadline 12:00 Noon at Thursday, June 2 at 10:00 AM
Monday, May 9 to planning@gbtownship.ca
How can I catch up on Council Meetings?
You can Watch Council Meetings View the Council Portal for the
meeting calendar, agendas, minutes,
on YouTube. council highlights, by-laws, planning
notices, or sign up for e-updates.
To Watch Missed a meeting?
Visit the Township’s YouTube channel
CLick Here or read the Council Highlights.
Public Meeting Information
Public Meetings Information Submit registration requests to
planning@gbtownship.ca and clearly identify the
Public participants for electronic public following information:
meetings are responsible for securing their
own device (web camera, microphone, • First and last name
and speakers required) and internet • Municipal address
connection. • Phone number
• Application number and title
All participants will be required to follow
all instructions and procedures provided. As always, written correspondence for Members
can be sent in advance of the meeting start time
Failure to comply will result in their
to planning@gbtownship.ca
removal from the meeting.
or info@gbtownship.ca.
Georgian
Council
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Information
Times MayApril
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april Council Highlights 2022
the Budgeted Project Carry Over Reserve
Council – Agenda
Committee Terms of Reference
April 11, 2022
• Approved Committee Terms of Reference Policy
2022-06-CL
Deputations
New Business
• Paul Dugsin and Linda Vranic, Magnus Asso-
Waste Management Update
ciates, William Grenville Davis Education Centre
• Hutchinson Environmental Services Ltd. and the
Feasibility Study
District have had their first meeting; survey for
marinas has been drafted and is being circulated;
Delegations
moving ahead in line with the work plan
● Bill Lougheed, Georgian Bay Land Trust - with-
Minutes
drawn
• Special Council – March 3, 2022
• Council – March 14, 2022
Consent Agenda
• Planning Council – March 15, 2022
• Planning Committee – February 25, 2022
Received for information:
By-laws
• Planning Committee – Resolutions
• 2022-029 – Compliance Audit Committee
• 2021 Development Charges Reserve Fund
• 2022-030 – Noise By-law
Statement
• Planning Act Provision for Local Appeal Body
Planning – Agenda
Report
March 15, 2022
• Administrative and Health and Safety Policies
Report
Delegations
• Hasketts Road Drainage Update
• Chester Stanton, Dearden and Stanton Limited,
Shore Road Allowance Survey Procedures
Staff Reports
2021 Legal Fees Summary
Municipal Act – Public Meetings
• Staff directed to take $211,634 from the work-
ing fund reserve, 2021 surplus, if any, to be ex-
• SRA – 585 Georgian Bay Road, Approved Clos-
hausted and then monies to be transferred
ing By-law 2022-032
• Council acknowledges impact of hiring or re-
• SRA – 6930 Go Home Lakeshore - Approved
ceiving legal opinions when not required and/or
Closing By-law 2022-033 Approved Deeming By-
budgeted
law 2022-034
Grade 8 Graduation
• SRA – 2127 Harrison Trail – Approved By-law
• Approved, staff to purchase gift cards each
2022-035
year from local businesses
Planning Act – Public Meetings
Noise By-law
• Adopted as presented
• ZBA Z22-02 – 175 Wesley Road – Referred
Abandoned Vehicles on Township Property
Planning Application Staff Reports
• Defeated
• ZBA Z21-18 – 509 Hiawatha Road – Defeated
Minors Bay Parking Lot Expansion
• ZBA Z21-20 – 2 Island 270, Cognashene – Ap-
• Direct staff to sole-source to Tatham Engineer-
proved By-law 2022-036
ing for completion of detailed design and tender-
ing of the Minors Bay parking lot expansion in
the amount of up-to $28,500 plus HST funded by
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APRIL Council Highlights (Con't) 2022
Staff Reports
Road Naming Request for Middleton Street,
MacTier
• By-law naming the private road “Hawkins
Point Road” be brought forward
• Developer be responsible for all costs associ-
ated with installing appropriate signage
Municipal Comment Form for 980 Island 80
(Rabbit Island)
• Approved, staff directed to respond with “no
Council Chambers
objection”
fire & Emergency services
GET A BURN PERMIT
Fill out a burn permit at no cost online or in
person at the Township office and all library
branches. Please complete a new burn permit
application for each property.
CHECK THE FIRE RATING
Always check the current fire rating online or
by calling 1-877-847-1577 before burning.
This rating determines the relative seriousness
of burning conditions and threat of fire.
Burn Permit Application
Fire Fighter Recruitment 2022 is underway!
If you are looking to serve your community, be
a part of a growing team and help when help is
needed the most. You could be part of the next
line of recruits.
Recruitment Information Guide
Recruitment Information Session
July 26, 2022 at 7:00pm, Georgian Bay Twp. Station 3, 14
Bressette Rd, Port Severn
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by-law
Township of Georgian Bay property owners are required to
have 911 signs visible at the end of their driveway/dock so
they can be easily seen by emergency responders. If you
share a common driveway with other homes, please ensure
that each individual home is clearly numbered.
Every second counts in an emergency and precious time can
be wasted if emergency responders can't locate the correct
property!
Ordering a 911 Sign
If you don't already have a 911 sign, you can purchase one
from the municipal office for $40 plus HST. Please order your
sign by filling out the Emergency Sign Application.
understanding sleep cabins
Sleeping Cabins are only permitted on lands zoned Understanding the Township's Zoning
Shoreline Residential (SR) and Shoreline By-law: Are Sleeping Cabins permitted?
Residential Island (SRI).
Regulations exist in the Townships Zoning By-law A sleeping cabin shall not include a kitchen or
2014-75 pertaining to the construction of any cooking facilities but may include
sleeping cabins. washroom facilities.
Sleeping cabin location must meet the front
yard setback requirement.
A sleeping cabin shall be limited to one (1)
storey in height and is not permitted to have
a loft, basement or cellar.
Regulations exist on the number of sleeping
cabins permitted on lots, high and dimensions
requirements, and gross floor area.
For more details or information regarding
Township Zoning & By-laws contact:
Cody Avery,
Senior Municipal Law Enforcer - Planning
cavery@gbtownship.ca
705-538-2337 x266
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building in georgian bay?
Township moves to Pre- Consultation practice as
a standard part of the planning process.
Did you know that a Pre-Consultation Application is now a standard part of the planning
process at Georgian Bay?
Learn about potential issues, Township requirements and legislated requirements that
may apply to your proposed development before you begin!
Before making a formal Planning Act application, submit a
Pre-Consultation Application, available at https://www.gbtownship.ca/en/living-here/
resources/Documents/Pre-Consultation-Application.pdf
Contact the Planning Department at
planning@gbtownship.ca for more information.
new chief building official
The demand on the Township of Georgian Bay's Planning and Building Department is growing.
Recently an integral part of our administration retired, CBO Dave Fedoriw.
We are thrilled to announce that Caely Nicholson, CBCO, has accepted the Chief Building Official
position! Caely has been with the Township for 24 years and we are so pleased that she is enter-
ing this new chapter in her career.
As a result, we are posting the Building/Septic Inspector vacancy as well as the new Deputy Chief
Building Official role you can find those positions as well as others on our website.
employment opportunities
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Election Talk business support
Get ready to vote twice this Annual Business Survey is Live!
year!
Do you operate a business within the
Province of Ontario – June 2, 2022 Township of Georgian Bay? Then take our
www.elections.on.ca survey! Staff are collecting data about our
businesses to serve you better.
Township of Georgian Bay –
October 24, 2022 The survey only takes a few moments to
answer and will provide information to assist in
gbtownship.ca/election
developing programs, funding etc.
Each level of government provides
different services to its residents, be
prepared to vote for your community
by knowing what your vote is going
towards by understanding the services
governed by Ontario and Georgian
Bay.
Provincial Services in Ontario
• Justice System
• Education
• Hospitals
• Natural resources & environment
• Property & civil rights
• Social services
• 400 series highways
Municipal Services in Georgian Bay
• Community development Operating a Business in Georigan Bay?
• Fire & emergency services
• Libraries
Together with SEGBAY Chamber of Commerce
• Local roadways we are building our business database to be
• Parks & recreation able to support our businesses better.
• Snow removal
• Economic development Please contact the Trisha Walton,
Communication and Sustainability Officer,
Find your Ward information here twalton@gbtownship.ca or 705-528-2437 with
Georgian Bay Votes your business contact information.
10 Georgian Bay Times April 2022community events & Info
Bressette House Market is
back for year two!
The opening of the Bressette House Mar-
ket in 2021 showcased a need within the
community. Thank you to all vendors,
residents, and visitors who came out and
supported the market.
We will be operating on Tuesdays 9:00 AM
to 1:00 PM starting June 21, 2022.
If you would like more information about
this topic, contact the Trisha Walton,
Communication and Sustainability Officer,
twalton@gbtownship.ca or 705-528-2437.
Event Date: June 16, 2022
What’s Happening to our Weather?
with David Phillips
June 16th, 7-8pm
Register here
David Phillips is Senior Climatologist for Environment
Canada, and the recipient of numerous awards for his
services to meteorology and weather communications in
Canada. He will share insights from his 50 year career,
and tell us how Canada’s climate is changing, and what
impacts we can expect on our local weather.
Biosphere 6th annual Native Plant
Fundraiser!
Online orders are being accepted from March 1
to May 27 at 5:00pm. All plants will be available
for pick up on Saturday, June 11th, 2022. Buyers
will receive a 10-minute time slot to pick up their
plants.
Pick up instructions will be emailed to you be-
tween June 1-3. You will be assigned a 10-minute
pick up time at the location that you selected.
Georgian Bay Times April 2022 11DECIBEL NEWS LETTER March 24, 2022
Thankfully, Transport Canada has recog-
Call to Action – Let your voice be heard at
nized that the existing muffler regulation is
Transport Canada on Excessive Boat Motor
too difficult and expensive to enforce.
Noise!
The law is rarely enforced anywhere in the
Hello Decibel Coalition Members and
country. The current regulation is ineffec-
Supporters,
tive and creates frustration for both en-
forcement agencies and affected commu-
In our January Newsletter we told you to
nities alike. This situation has allowed the
“Get ready to help, but not quite yet “ and
problem to continue to grow unchecked!
that Transport Canada would be launching
their Let’s Talk web portal on boat motor
For all the details on the Let's Talk Portal
muffler and excessive noise.
Contact:
Rob Bosomworth
Well they have launched the page and you
Chair, the Decibel Coalition
can find it here! Now we need your help!
Director, Safe Quiet Lakes
Please send in your submission by no later
Email: rbosomworth@gmail.com
than May 13th when the portal will close.
DISTRICT OF MUSKOKA UPDATES
Clean Muskoka Together – Have you been
looking for a way to contribute to a cleaner and
healthier Muskoka?
Help tackle litter in our community – register
your clean-up today! Learn more and register
your clean-up online www.muskoka.on.ca/clean-
muskokatogether/
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