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23 - November 25, 2025 County Council Agenda PackageEl m ou sty Elgin County Council Regular Council Meeting Orders of the Day Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 9:00 a.m. Council Chambers 450 Sunset Drive St. Thomas ON Note for Members of the Public: Please click the link below to watch the meeting: https://video.isilive.ca/elgincounty/live.html Accessible formats available upon request. Pages 1. Meeting Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Introductions, Recognitions, Memorials 3.1 Retirement Recognition - Director of Homes and Seniors Services 4. Adoption of Minutes 3 5. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof 6. Presenting Petitions, Presentations and Delegations 6.1 Heather Sheridan, Director of Social Services - St. Thomas -Elgin Social 7 Services Service Review Presentation 6.2 Karen Davies, President & CEO, St. Thomas - Elgin General Hospital - 31 2025 Annual Review & Strategic Update Presentation 7. Motion to Adopt Recommendations from the Committee of the Whole 7.1 Recommendations from the Committee of the Whole - November 12, 51 2025 8. Committee Recommendations 9. Reports for Information and Immediate Consideration 10. Council Correspondence 10.1 Resolution from the Town of LaSalle regarding a request for Equitable 58 Provincial Support for Municipally Policed Communities 10.2 Letter from the Ministry of Emergency Preparedness and Response 62 regarding the recent Federal -Provincial -Territorial Ministers meeting on Emergency Management 10.3 Resolution from the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry 63 calling on the provincial government to maintain municipally governed conservation authorities 10.4 Western Ontario Wardens' Caucus (WOWC) Press Release - Western 65 Ontario Fall Funders Forum Series Connect Local Organizations with Funding Opportunities 11. Statements/Inquiries by Members 12. Closed Meeting Items 12.1 Director of Legal Services - LS 25-7 Whites Station Update Municipal Act Section 239 (2) (c) a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board; and (f) advice that is subject to solicitor -client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. 12.2 Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk Performance Appraisal Municipal Act Section 239 (2) (b) personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees 13. Motion to Rise and Report 14. Consideration of By -Laws 14.1 By -Law No. 25-38 Confirmation 15. Adjournment 67 Page 2 of 67 Elgin County Council Regular Council Meeting Minutes November 12, 2025, 9:00 a.m. Council Chambers 450 Sunset Drive St. Thomas ON Members Present: Warden Grant Jones Deputy Warden Ed Ketchabaw Councillor Dominique Giguere Councillor Mark Widner Councillor Jack Couckuyt Councillor Andrew Sloan (virtual) Councillor Todd Noble Councillor Mike Hentz (virtual) Councillor Richard Leatham Staff Present: Blaine Parkin, Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk Nicholas Loeb, Director of Legal Services Michele Harris, Director of Homes and Seniors Services Brian Masschaele, Director of Community & Cultural Services Jennifer Ford, Director of Financial Services/Treasurer Peter Dutchak, Director of Engineering Services Mat Vaughan, Director of Planning and Development Holly Hurley, Director of People & Culture Katherine Thompson, Manager of Administrative Services/Deputy Clerk Jeff Brooks, Manager of Emergency Management (virtual) Jenna Fentie, Legislative Services Coordinator Stefanie Heide, Legislative Services Coordinator Meeting Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. with Warden Jones in the chair. 2. Approval of Agenda Moved by: Councillor Leatham Seconded by: Councillor Noble RESOLVED THAT the agenda for the November 12, 2025 County Council Meeting be approved as presented. Motion Carried. 3. Introductions, Recognitions, Memorials None. 4. Adoption of Minutes Moved by: Councillor Widner Seconded by: Councillor Noble Page 3 of 67 RESOLVED THAT the minutes of the meeting held on October 28, 2025 be adopted. Motion Carried. 5. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof None. 6. Presenting Petitions, Presentations and Delegations 6.1 Kimberly Earls, Executive Director, SCOR EDC - SCOR EDC Member Update Presentation Kimberly Earls, Executive Director of the South Central Ontario Region Economic Development Corporation (SCOR EDC) provided a presentation to Council on the organization's recent activities. Moved by: Councillor Noble Seconded by: Councillor Couckuyt RESOLVED THAT the presentation from SCOR EDC be received and filed. Motion Carried. 7. Motion to Adopt Recommendations from the Committee of the Whole 7.1 Recommendations from the Committee of the Whole - October 28, 2025 Moved by: Councillor Noble Seconded by: Councillor Hentz RESOLVED THAT items CW25-81 - CW25-87 from the Committee of the Whole meeting dated October 28, 2025 and the recommendations therein be adopted. Motion Carried. Moved by: Councillor Leatham Seconded by: Councillor Giguere RESOLVED THAT the County of Elgin direct the Warden to send a letter to MPP Rob Flack supporting the upload of Highbury Avenue to the provincial government. Motion Carried. 8. Committee Recommendations I101rem 9. Reports for Information and Immediate Consideration 9.1 Warden Jones - Warden's Activity Report (October 2025) Warden Jones presented the report detailing the meetings and official functions he attended as Elgin County Warden during the month of October 2025. Moved by: Councillor Noble Seconded by: Councillor Leatham RESOLVED THAT the report titled "Warden's Activity Report (October 2025) dated November 12, 2025 from Warden Jones be received and filed. Page 4 of 67 Motion Carried. 9.2 Tree Commissioner/Weed Inspector - Tree Commissioner/Weed Inspector Quarterly Report April - June 2025 and Quarterly Report July - September 2025 The Tree Commissioner/Weed Inspector presented the report that summarizes the activity related to the Elgin Woodlands Conservation By - Law for the period of April 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025 and the period July 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025 and weed inspection activity for the same two periods. Moved by: Councillor Noble Seconded by: Councillor Sloan RESOLVED THAT the report titled "Tree Commissioner/Weed Inspector Quarterly Report April - June 2025 and Quarterly Report July - September 2025" from the Tree Commissioner/Weed Inspector dated November 12, 2025 be received and filed. Motion Carried. 9.3 Director of Community and Cultural Services - Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County Library Expansion Status Update The Director of Community and Cultural Services presented the report that provides a summary of the recent developments regarding the relocation of the Aylmer Branch of the Elgin County Library. Moved by: Councillor Noble Seconded by: Councillor Widner RESOLVED THAT the report titled "Aylmer Library Expansion Status Update" from the Director of Community and Cultural Services dated November 12, 2025, be received and filed. Motion Carried. 10. Council Correspondence Moved by: Councillor Noble Seconded by: Councillor Hentz RESOLVED THAT Correspondence Items 10.1 - 10.7 be received and filed. Motion Carried. 10.1 Letter from Hon. Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance providing an update on the 2026 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) 10.2 Letter from Hon. Robert J. Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing providing an update on amendments to the Development Charges Act, 1997 that were made by Bill 17, and corresponding changes to Ontario's Building Code. 10.3 Resolution from the Municipality of St. Charles urging the Province to address staffing shortages leading to the closure of before and after school programs 10.4 Resolution from the Town of East Gwillimbury expressing opposition to the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025 10.5 Resolution from the City of Cambridge urging the Province of Ontario to provide protection to tenants against excessive and malicious rent increases 10.6 Western Ontario Wardens Caucus October 2025 Newsletter Page 5 of 67 10.7 Letter from Susan Graves regarding the Old Town Hall in the Town of Aylmer 11. Statements/Inquiries by Members 11.1 Warden Jones - Health Recruitment Partnership Scholarship Warden Jones informed Council that the application deadline for the Health Recruitment Partnership Scholarship, which provides financial support to local medical students, is November 21, 2025. He encourages Council members to share details about the scholarship with any local medical students who may be eligible. 12. Closed Meeting Items None. 13. Motion to Rise and Report None. 14. Consideration of By -Laws 14.1 By -Law No. 25-37 Confirmation BEING a By -Law to Confirm Proceedings of the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin at the November 12, 2025 Meeting. Moved by: Councillor Noble Seconded by: Councillor Widner RESOLVED THAT By -Law No. 25-37 be now read a first, second, and third time and finally passed. Motion Carried. 15. Adjournment Moved by: Councillor Sloan Seconded by: Councillor Couckuyt RESOLVED THAT we do now adjourn at 9:38 a.m. to meet again on November 25, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. Motion Carried. Blaine Parkin, Grant Jones, Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk. 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C:Cu NC:> 4-ajE-0 ccu L, � O ~ N N cU � y U �W L- c°n O U 0 I- a� co a • to 0 0 J 0 co a� co d cc N O N O O a • V5 a) +-i cu O cn a) U 0 W L- cu cu 0- cu U +-i cu a) cn cu a) U ai cu U a) +.i cu w a) -1-i L O 4� F- 2 0 W cu Q U i aa) cn cn L- a) t cu 0- a) �A a) Cn _V3 a) E a) L- cu U a) a) +.i cn cu a) L- cB U a) E L- O i cu cu a) U cu Q . . . i E cc cc cc U. • J U cu N cu L- 0 U cu U 0 cu N O .i, 1�A N E X cu a) L- cB U L- O cu J E U cu E cu a) z O cu L— a) a) a) z I ) 0 U U a) O E a) .= U a) cu • 0 co a 0 0 LO (2) 0) co d Agenda Number: Resolution Number Title: Date: Moved by: Seconded by: Resolution Page Committee of the Whole Meeting 2. CW25-88 Approval of Agenda Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Councillor Widner Councillor Sloan D, ElginCounty RESOLVED THAT the agenda for the November 12, 2025 Committee of the Whole Meeting be approved as presented. Motion Carried. Page 51 of 67 Agenda Number: Resolution Number Title: Date: Moved by: Seconded by: Resolution Page Committee of the Whole Meeting 3. CW25-89 Adoption of Minutes Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Councillor Couckuyt Councillor Hentz RESOLVED THAT the minutes of the meeting held on October 28, 2025 be adopted. Motion Carried. D, ElginCounty Page 52 of 67 Agenda Number: Resolution Number Title: Date: Resolution Page Committee of the Whole Meeting D, ElginCounty 6.1. CW25-90 Senior Planner - Draft Plan of Subdivision 34T-BA2501, Municipality of Bayham Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Moved by: Deputy Warden Ketchabaw Seconded by: Councillor Couckuyt RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin grants draft plan approval to Draft Plan of Subdivision 34T-BA2501, Municipality of Bayham, by Strik, Baldinelli, Moniz Ltd. on behalf of Countryside Communities Inc., dated January 6, 2025; and THAT staff be directed to provide notice of decision subject to the conditions of final approval in accordance with the requirements of the Planning Act. Motion Carried. Page 53 of 67 Agenda Number: Resolution Number Title: Date: Moved by: Seconded by: Resolution Page Committee of the Whole Meeting D, ElginCounty 6.2. CW25-91 Director of Engineering Services - Glen Erie Line (CR42) Slope Rehabilitation — Contract Award Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Councillor Noble Councillor Sloan RESOLVED THAT Robert M Simon Construction Ltd. be selected to complete the Glen Erie Line (CR42) Slope Rehabilitation project, Tender No. 2025-T40 at a total price of $1,673,196.06 inclusive of a $200,000 contingency allowance and exclusive of HST; and THAT the Warden and Chief Administrative Officer be directed and authorized to sign the contract. Motion Carried. Page 54 of 67 Agenda Number: Resolution Number Title: Date: Resolution Page Committee of the Whole Meeting D, ElginCounty 6.3. CW25-92 Director of Community and Cultural Services - Elgin County Museum Gift Shop and Exhibition Policy Approval Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Moved by: Councillor Noble Seconded by: Councillor Leatham RESOLVED THAT the report titled "Elgin County Museum Gift Shop and Exhibition Policy Approval' be deferred to a future meeting of Committee of the Whole to allow for revisions to be made to the policy prior to its reconsideration. Motion Carried. Page 55 of 67 Agenda Number: Resolution Number Title: Date: Moved by: Seconded by: Resolution Page Committee of the Whole Meeting MI CW25-93 Director of Legal Services - LS 25-6 - Assistant Prosecutor Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Councillor Sloan Deputy Warden Ketchabaw D, ElginCounty RESOLVED THAT the report titled "LS 25-6 - Assistant Prosecutor" from the Director of Legal Services dated November 12, 2025 be received and filed; and THAT Council approve a change in the structure of the legal services department to end the part-time Solicitor/Prosecutor position and replace it with a full-time Assistant Prosecutor position commencing in the 2026 budget year. Motion Carried. Page 56 of 67 Agenda Number: Resolution Number Title: Date: Moved by: Seconded by: Resolution Page Committee of the Whole Meeting 7. CW25-94 Adjournment Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Councillor Widner Councillor Sloan D, ElginCounty RESOLVED THAT we do now adjourn at 10:18 a.m. to meet again on November 25, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. Motion Carried. Page 57 of 67 November 13, 2025 The Honourable Michael Kerzner The Honourable Doug Ford Solicitor General of Ontario Premier of Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General Legislative Building, Queen's Park 25 Grosvenor Street Toronto, ON M7A 1A1 Toronto, ON M7A 1Y6 Via Email: pirpr�]„heiE@ointalrlio.ca Via Email: riip�&I.Iker rt oa „,,,,j,, Re: Request for Equitable Provincial Support for Municipally Policed Communities Council of the Town of LaSalle, at its Regular Meeting held Monday, November 10, 2025 passed the following resolution: That the Town of LaSalle endorse the letter approved by the LaSalle Police Services Board regarding equitable provincial support for municipally policed communities; and That the letter be sent to the Solicitor General of Ontario, the Premier of Ontario, and all municipally policed municipalities in Ontario; and That a copy of this resolution accompany the letter. Carried. Please consider this letter as confirmation of the Town of LaSalle's support of the above matter. Yours Truly, Jennifer Astrologo Director of Council Services/Clerk Town of LaSalle pastlrollogoq,llasalllle.ca cc: All Municipally Policed Municipalities in Ontario Town of LaSalle 5950 Malden Road, LaSalle, Ontario N9H 1 S4 I P: 519-969-7770 1 F: 519-969-4469 I IasaNle,ca Page 58 of 67 November 12, 2025 The Honourable Michael Kerzner Solicitor General of Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General 25 Grosvenor Street Toronto, ON M7A 1Y6 Subject: Request for Equitable Provincial Support for Municipally Policed Communities Dear Solicitor General: I am writing on behalf of the Town of LaSalle and other municipalities across Ontario that operate their own local police services to raise a serious concern regarding the growing inequity in provincial financial support between OPP-policed and municipally -policed communities. Over the past two budget cycles, the Province has provided direct relief to OPP-policed municipalities to help offset sharp increases in policing costs. In response to those increases, the Province allocated approximately $77 million in one-time funding to help affected municipalities manage the financial impact. While that relief was welcome for many, no comparable support was provided to municipalities operating their own police forces, even though we face the same financial pressures and in many cases, even greater ones. At the time, municipally -policed communities were told that this funding was not being extended to them because they could apply for provincial policing grants. However, many of those same grants are also available to OPP-policed municipalities. The $77 million subsidy was not a grant it required no application process, selection criteria, or eligibility review. Every OPP-policed municipality received the benefit automatically. That distinction is key, and it has created an inequity that continues today. This year, the Province has again provided financial protection to OPP-policed municipalities through a new 11 % cost cap for 2025-2026, along with a lowered threshold for call -volume discounts. In your correspondence to mayors, you stated that these measures were intended to provide greater clarity, predictability, and stability in the OPP cost -recovery model. While Town of LaSalle 5950 Malden Road, LaSalle, Ontario N9H 1 S4 I P: 519-969-7770 1 F: 519-969-4469 1 lasalle.ca Page 59 of 67 -2- those goals are commendable, the outcome has once again created a two-tier system: OPP- policed municipalities continue to receive automatic provincial cost relief, while municipally - policed communities are left to shoulder the full impact of inflation, collective bargaining, and new legislative mandates under the Community Safety and Policing Act (CSPA). These measures have far-reaching consequences. OPP salary settlements influence policing costs across the province, setting a benchmark for compensation and collective bargaining negotiations. As municipalities enter upcoming contract discussions, the impact of those provincial agreements will again be felt locally but without any equivalent financial support, local taxpayers bear the full cost. At the same time, the CSPA has introduced new and necessary obligations including enhanced training, compliance, and equipment standards that further strain municipal police budgets. These requirements are provincially mandated and cannot be deferred or avoided. Under Section 50(6) of the CSPA, policing services cannot be withheld or interrupted due to a local budget dispute. If a police services board and council cannot agree on a budget, the matter can be referred to the Ontario Police Arbitration and Adjudication Commission (OPAAC) for resolution. Ultimately, municipalities remain legally responsible for ensuring those costs are funded. If a municipality with its own police service were to similarly "cap" its policing costs at 11%, as the Province has done for OPP, it would immediately face a funding shortfall. Those contractual and statutory obligations do not disappear. There is no mechanism for a municipal police service to receive an automatic subsidy, nor has the Province offered a way to balance that financial gap. In LaSalle, our residents are deeply proud and supportive of our local police service. They value the connection, accountability, and community engagement that come from having officers who live, work, and serve locally. As municipal leaders, we are equally proud of the professionalism and dedication of our police service, but the growing financial disparity threatens the sustainability of that local model. Municipalities are not asking for preferential treatment we are asking for parity. If the Province recognizes the need to stabilize OPP-policed budgets, it is only fair and reasonable that the same level of consideration be extended to municipally -policed communities facing equivalent pressures. On behalf of the Town of LaSalle, I respectfully request that the Ministry 1. Acknowledge the inequity created by the 2024 and 2025 OPP funding interventions; 2. Provide equivalent financial relief to municipally -policed communities facing similar budget pressures; and 3. Work with municipalities and police boards to develop a fair, transparent, and sustainable provincial funding framework that applies equally to all police services in Ontario. Page 60 of 67 -3- LaSalle remains committed to responsible budgeting, strong community policing, and open collaboration with our provincial partners. Ensuring fairness in provincial funding across all policing models will allow every Ontario community — large or small, OPP-policed or municipally -policed — to remain safe, resilient, and well -served. Thank you for your attention to this important issue. I look forward to your response and to meaningful dialogue on how we can achieve fairness and sustainability across all policing models in Ontario. Sincerely, Mayor Crystal Meloche, Chair LaSalle Police Services Board :tcm Page 61 of 67 Ministry of Emergency Preparedness and Response Office of the Minister 438 University Ave., 14th Floor Toronto ON M5G 2K8 DATE: MEMORANDUM TO SUBJECT: Dear partners, Ministere de la Protection civile et de ('Intervention en cas d'urgence Bureau de la ministre / 438, ay. University, 141 etage Ontario Toronto ON M5G 2K8 November 18, 2025 Ontario Corps Partners and Community Emergency Management Coordinators FPT Meeting on Emergency Management Last week I had the honour of co-chairing the Federal -Provincial -Territorial ministers meeting responsible for emergency management in Toronto. I am writing to highlight the collaborative efforts underway among leaders across Canada to protect Ontario and all of Canada. The meeting served as a platform to advance coordinated approaches to emergency management, engaging government and Indigenous leadership in meaningful dialogue and shared action. Throughout our discussions, we addressed challenging topics with purpose — lessons learned from this summer's significant wildland fire season, civilian response capabilities, communications infrastructure and our approach to the renewal of our national emergency management strategy. Many of us also highlighted our own volunteer -based initiatives, such as Ontario Corps, to build opportunities for a pan -Canadian approach to civilian involvement through work with volunteers and partner organizations. We also launched the call for nominations for the ;i p nIgna e„int a k� vil 1 °}I__„2 A E° , which will run until April 30, 2026. This prestigious award recognizes individuals and groups for their work to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies. If you have someone in Ontario that you would like to nominate, visit ,.0nt ii°,ii,c , ,g,/EMFl ES A.. These discussions reinforced that emergency management is a national priority, reflecting a shared commitment among all partners to protect communities and strengthen resilience across Canada. As this work progresses, we remain committed to keeping all partners informed and engaged, ensuring transparency and continued collaboration across all levels of government and Indigenous leadership. I look forward to continuing this important work together in the months ahead. Sincerely, The Honourable Jill Dunlop Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response Page 62 of 67 MOVED BY Councillor nsham RESOLUTION NO 2025- SECONDED BY DATE November 17, 2025 WHEREAS the Conservation Authorities Act (1946) enables municipalities to establish local conservation authorities, and when municipatities choose to form such authorities, they assume responsibility for governance and funding through the appointment of a Board of Directors and the provision of an annual Levy to cover expenses; AND WHEREAS the municipalities within Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SDG) established South Nation Conservation (SNC) in 1947 and the Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) in 1963; AND WHEREAS Local, municipalities currently provide between 25% and 50% of total conservation authority funding, white the Province of Ontario provides approximately 3%; AND WHEREAS municipalities have governed their respective conservation authorities for decades, taiLoring programs and services to Locat watershed needs, maintaining accountable service standards, and ensuring fair and predictable costs for ratepayers; AND WHEREAS conservation authorities cottectiveLy own and manage thousands of acres of Land, much of which was donated by Local residents and entrusted to conservation authorities as a personal legacy for long-term protection, stewardship, and the pubtic good, with the expectation that such Lands would be cared for by [ocaLLy governed conservation authorities; AND WHEREAS BiLL 68 (Schedule 3) proposes the creation of the Ontario Provincial. Conservation Agency, a Crown corporation that would assume governance responsibilities and consolidate Ontario's 36 conservation authorities into seven regional, authorities, with municipal cost apportionment yet to be defined; AND WHEREAS the Province already possesses the authority to establish overarching legislation, regulations, and standards through the Conservation Authorities Act and the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry catts on the Government of Ontario to maintain local, independent, municipally governed, watershed -based conservation authorities to ensure strong local Page 63 of 67 representation in decisions related to municipal levies, community -focused service delivery, and the protection and management of conservation lands; AND FURTHER THAT while the United Counties of SDG supports provincial goals for consistent permit approval processes, shared services, and digital modernization, imposing a new top -down agency structure without strong local accountability and governance risks creating unnecessary cost, red tape, and bureaucracy, thereby undermining efficiency and responsiveness to local community needs; AND FURTHER THAT the United Counties of SDG supports efforts to balance expertise, capacity, and program delivery across the province, and requests that the Province work collaboratively with municipalities and local conservation authorities to determine the most effective level of strategic consolidation to achieve both provincial and local objectives. AND FURTHER THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the Ontario Minister of Environment, Conservation, and Parks, to the local MP and MPPs, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Rural Ontario Municipal Association, and all municipalities and Conservation Authorities in Ontario. 4RRIED ❑ DEFEATED ❑ DEFERRED Recorded Vote: Councillor Bergeron Councillor Broad Councillor Densham Councillor Fraser Councillor Guindon Councillor Landry Councillor MacDonald Councillor McDonald Councillor McGillis Councillor St. Pierre Councillor Williams Warden Lang W EN Page 64 of 67 Media Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - November 17, 2025 Western Ontario Fall Funders Forum Series Connect Local Organizations with Funding Opportunities (Southwestern Ontario) — November 17, 2025 — The Western Ontario Wardens' Caucus (WOWC), in collaboration with local counties, is inviting businesses, non profits, municipalities and economic development groups to the W bsteirin„Ontariio„IFaIIII„IFmjindeirs„li oiniiirirry„Series. These in -person events give participants a chance to meet provincial ministry representatives and learn about grants, funding programs and application timelines. "Access to funding is essential for local growth and innovation," said Kate Burns Gallagher, Executive Director of the Western Ontario Wardens' Caucus. "These sessions give organizations a clear, direct look at funding opportunities available and the information they need to pursue projects that benefit their communities." Sessions will feature presentations from representatives from Ontario ministries, including: • Ministry of Rural Affairs (MRA) • Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade (MEDJCT) • Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming (MTCG) • Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) • Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA) • Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation (SOFII) Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions, understand eligibility requirements, and build valuable connections with funders and regional stakeholders. The Fall Funders Forum will take place at the following dates and locations: Tuesday, November 25th, 10 am - 12 pm Blyth Memorial Community Hall 431 Queen St, Blyth, ON Thursday, November 27th, 10 am - 12 pm Wilkin Family Community Centre 169 Grand River St. N Paris, ON Page 65 of 67 Thursday, November 27th, 2 pm — 4 pm Tillsonburg Soccer Club 275 Quarterline Road Tillsonburg, ON Tuesday, December 2nd, 10 am - 12 pm County of Simcoe Administration Building (Council Chambers) 1110 Highway 26 Midhurst, ON Thursday, December 4th, 10 am - 12 pm Sarnia Golf & Curling Club 500 Errol Road West Point Edward, ON Thursday, December 4th 2 pm -4 pm Fire Rock Golf Club 10345 Oxbow Dr, Komoka, ON About Western Ontario Wardens' Caucus (WOWC) The Western Ontario Wardens' Caucus (WOWC) is a not -for -profit organization representing 15 upper and single -tier municipalities in Southwestern Ontario, representing more than 1.6 million residents. The WOWC aims to enhance the prosperity and overall wellbeing of rural and small urban communities across the region. Caucus members work collectively to influence federal and provincial legislation and programs through advocacy, research, analysis and education. For more information, visit dyd d o.d ,c,a,,. Media Contact: Kate Burns Gallagher, Executive Director Western Ontario Wardens' Caucus T: 519-495-6059 E: amd:bm("domdr:�.m ca. Page 66 of 67 COUNTY OF ELGIN By -Law No. 25-38 "BEING A BY-LAW TO CONFIRM PROCEEDINGS OF THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE COUNTY OF ELGIN AT THE NOVEMBER 25, 2025 MEETING" WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 5.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O.2001, c.25, as amended, the powers of a municipality shall be exercised by its Council; AND WHEREAS pursuant to Section 5.3 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as amended, the powers of every Council shall be exercised by by-law; AND WHEREAS it is deemed expedient that the proceedings of the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin at this meeting be confirmed and adopted by by-law NOW THEREFORE the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin enacts as follows: THAT the actions of the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin, in respect of each recommendation contained in the reports and each motion and resolution passed and other action taken by the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin, at its meeting held on November 25, 2025 be hereby adopted and confirmed as if all such proceedings were expressly embodied in this by-law. 2. THAT the Warden and appropriate officials of the Corporation of the County of Elgin are hereby authorized and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the actions of the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin referred to in the preceding section hereof. 3. THAT the Warden and the Chief Administrative Officer, or alternate, are authorized and directed to execute all documents necessary in that behalf and to affix thereto the seal of the Corporation of the County of Elgin. READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME AND FINALLY PASSED THIS 25T" DAY OF NOVEMBER 2025. Blaine Parkin, Grant Jones, Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk. Warden. Page 67 of 67