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TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Sioux Lookout will consider the passing of an amendment to the Zoning By-law No. 85-18 to remove a Holding (H) Symbol at the Regular Council Meeting on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the Municipal Council Chambers, 25 Fifth Avenue, Sioux Lookout, Ontario, P8T 1A4.  The application has been submitted under Section 36(4) and Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter p. 13, as amended, by JAMB Developments...

WHEREAS:               Seniors’ Month is an annual Province-wide celebration;

WHEREAS:              seniors have contributed and continue to contribute immensely to the life and vibrancy of this community;

WHEREAS:              seniors continue to serve as leaders, mentors, volunteers and important and active members of this community;

WHEREAS:              their contributions past and present warrant appreciation and recognition and their stories deserve to be told;

WHEREAS:              the health and well-being of seniors is in the interest of all and...

WHEREAS:               In Sioux Lookout, we are fortunate to have a variety of recreation and parks systems providing countless recreational opportunities for residents and visitors from around the world; and

WHEREAS:              Recreation enhances quality of life, balance living and lifelong learning; helps people live happier and longer; develops skills and positive self image in children and youth; develops creativity; and builds healthy bodies and positive lifestyles; and

WHEREAS:             ...

WHEREAS:               In co-operation with Indigenous organizations, Canada’s Governor General proclaimed June 21 the first National Aboriginal Day in 1996; and

WHEREAS:              In co-operation with Indigenous organizations, the Canadian government declared June National Aboriginal History Month on June 4, 2009; and

WHEREAS:              National Indigenous Peoples Month provides an opportunity to acknowledge the unique achievements of First Nations, Métis and Inuit in fields as diverse as agriculture, the environment...

The following is a summary of the proceedings of the Statutory Public Meeting and Regular Council Meeting held May 15, 2024:

• Council received Official Plan Amendment No. OP02-2024 and Zoning By-law Amendment No. Z06-2024 – 788 Highway 72 at the Statutory Public Meeting.
• At the Regular Council Meeting, Council received the Planning Report dated May 15, 2024, respecting Official Plan Amendment No. OP02-2024 and Zoning By-law Amendment No. Z06-2024. Council authorized the adoption of OP02-2024 by...

Sioux Lookout, ON – After an incredible response to last year’s pilot program, the Municipality of Sioux Lookout has entered into an agreement with FoodCycle Science to establish a second pilot program to increase home composting and divert tons of food waste from the Hidden Lake Landfill.

This second pilot program will allow an additional 75 FoodCycler machines to be purchased by Sioux Lookout residents at discounted rates of $150.00 plus HST for the FC-30 model, normally $500.00, and $300.00...

All meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Office, 25 Fifth Avenue and are open to the public, unless otherwise specified, and will be live-streamed on the Municipality’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/SLKTonYT

For further information, please contact:
Jackie...

Sioux Lookout, ON – An act of arson caused significant damage to the bathroom facilities at Town Beach last night. As a result, the Municipality of Sioux Lookout will have them closed to the public until further notice.

“We need time to examine the extent of the damage, assess what is required to remediate the damage, and determine what, if any, steps can be taken to minimize the risk of this type of event in the future,” explained CAO/Clerk, Brian MacKinnon. “Thanks to exceptional response times...

Sioux Lookout, ON – The Municipality of Sioux Lookout is excited to announce Aaron Gullins joining the team as Manager of Infrastructure and Public Works, effective April 30^th.

Aaron enters his new role equipped with a strong educational and professional background in civil engineering and business administration. His membership with the Professional Engineers of Ontario demonstrates a commitment to excellence and adherence to professional standards.  Furthermore, Aaron has dedicated considerable...