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THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF SIOUX LOOKOUT CEMETERY BY-LAW UPDATE
FOR THE SACRED HEART, NORTHWAY AND HILLCREST CEMETERIES

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that it is the intention of the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Sioux Lookout to rescind its current Cemetery By-law (No. 28-12, Being a By-law to Regulate the Cemeteries of The Corporation of the Municipality of Sioux Lookout) and to pass a new Cemetery By-law, No. 26-21, Being a By-law to Regulate the Cemeteries of...

March 12, 2021

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The Municipality of Sioux Lookout Responds to Move to Red Zone in Northwestern Health Unit Catchment Area

Sioux Lookout, ON – As the Province of Ontario moves our region to the “Red – Control” Zone on Monday, March 15, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., for a minimum two-week period (or at least until March 29^th), the Municipality of Sioux Lookout is following the guidance provided by the Northwestern Health Unit on what measures need to be taken for everyone’s...

The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) has released information about positive tests for COVID-19 variants of concern in the region.

All positive COVID-19 tests are currently screened for variants of concern, such as the UK variant.

The NWHU's Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Kit Young Hoon, emphasizes the need for individuals and their household members to self-isolate immediately when someone has a symptom of COVID-19. Variants of concern can spread incredibly fast.

A PDF of the full NWHU Media Release...

Council Brief

The following is a summary of the proceedings of the Statutory Public Meeting and the Regular Council Meeting held February 17, 2021:

• At the Statutory Public Meeting: Council received Planning Report No. 2021-23 respecting Zoning By-law Amendment Application No. Z01-2021 (673 & 675 Drayton Road). Council passed By-law No. 11-21, Being a By-law to Amend the Municipality of Sioux Lookout Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 85-18, as amended at the Regular Council Meeting.
• Council received...

Shooting Hoops

Rules

• Open to Ages 10 and up. 
• One Person allowed in the gym shooting at once.  The ONLY exception to this is that two people can participate together provided they reside in the same household.  Only one basket will be used (Front Desk Staff will designate).
• It is strongly encouraged for participants to bring their own ball. Face masks may be removed ONLY when on the court.  Users are expected to wear a face mask in all other instances.  Hand sanitizer will be provided and must be used...

February 26, 2021

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Water and Sewer Rates Set to Increase March 1, 2021- UPDATED

Sioux Lookout, ON – Residents connected to the Municipal drinking water and sanitary sewer systems in Sioux Lookout will see their water and sewer rates increase on Monday, March 1^st. This marks the first rate increase since 2015.

“The new water and sewer rates were approved by Council in February 2020, but with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic last year, Council decided to them put on...

ANIMAL CONTROL PHONE NUMBER CHANGE

The old phone line at the dog pound (737-4428) has been disconnected. All calls regarding animal control, adoption, licensing, and by-law enforcement should now be directed to the Animal Control Officer’s cell phone – 738-0462.

Please update any saved contacts you have with the old, out of service phone number.

For further information, please contact:
Rob Smetana, By-law Enforcement & Animal Control Officer
Phone: 738-0462
Email: [email protected].

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Please be advised that due to the COVID-19 public health crisis, the Municipality of Sioux Lookout will be holding the following meetings electronically:

The following is a summary of the proceedings of the Regular Council Meeting held January 20, 2021: 

• Council received the Planning Report respecting the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal decision issued for Zoning By-law Amendment No. Z05-2018; and directed the Mayor and Clerk to sign By-law No. 12-19, Being a By-law to Amend the Municipality of Sioux Lookout Comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 85-18, as amended – Rockshore Holdings Inc., 124 Queen Street, Lot 301, Plan 220, Parcel 8285, pursuant to the...

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Municipality of Sioux Lookout Offers Residents New Ways to Connect 

Sioux Lookout, ON – With current COVID measures in Ontario restricting access to the Municipal Office, and staff working remotely where possible, residents of Sioux Lookout need an easy way to report problems and ask questions.

“Our doors are locked and phone calls are going directly to voice mail right now,” said Municipal Chief Administrative Officer, Michelle Larose. She adds, “We have been very...