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Council Summary for October 7, 2022

This summary is a snapshot of the decisions made by City of Kenora Council at the October 7, 2022 meeting. Please review the minutes for an official record of the meeting proceedings.

Council approves December meeting schedule

Council approved a meeting date change for the December Committee of the Whole Council meeting. The meeting will be held on Monday, December 5, 2022 with the regular Council meeting on December 20, 2022.

Council approves contract agreement for Coney Island Park

Council approved...

City Adds Indigenous Relations Specialist to the Team

September 30th, the City of Kenora commemorates the history and legacy of residential schools by wearing Orange Shirts to honour the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools. This day provides an opportunity to reflect on the painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools and to renew The City of Kenora’s commitment to truth and reconciliation.

Building relationships and recognizing Indigenous peoples’ rich history and diverse culture is a key priority of...

New Crosswalk Fifth Street South and Highway 17 E

Please be advised that there is a new pedestrian crossing located at the Fifth Street South and Highway 17 E intersection.

As the intersection is new, both motorists and pedestrians should proceed with caution while using the intersection.

The pedestrian crossing signal is activated in conjunction with a green light for northbound traffic on Fifth Street South.

Motorists are asked to take extra time ensuring the crosswalk is clear of pedestrians prior to proceeding onto Highway 17 E.

City of Kenora Notice of Application and Public Meeting for a Zoning By-law Amendment D14-22-07

Notice of Complete Application and Public Meeting for a Zoning By-law Amendment, File Number D14-22-07 Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c.P13, s. 34

Please note the date of the Statutory Public Meeting has been changed.

Take Notice that Council of the Corporation of the City of Kenora will hold a Statutory Public Meeting, under Section 34 of the Planning Act, to consider a Zoning By-law Amendment as it pertains to Zoning By-law No. 101-2015, at the following time and location:

Statutory public meeting ...

City Announces New Director of Development Services

The City of Kenora is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Port as the City’s next Director of Development Services.  

Jeff holds a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from Cornell University as well as a master’s degree in Planning and Development from the University of Guelph. He is a member of the Canadian Institute of Planners and Ontario Professional Planners Institute. 

With an extensive career in development, planning and economic development, Jeff has operated...