Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Temagami Lakes Association Dedicated to preserving the natural environment and scenic beauty of Lake Temagami. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://tla-temagami.ca/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog Postings](https://tla-temagami.ca/blog/) - [Information from June 8, 2023 TLA "Town Hall"](https://tla-temagami.ca/information-from-june-8-2023-tla-town-hall/) - Dear TLA Members: Many thanks to those who logged into our recent, virtual "Town Hall" that discussed eco-tourism-focused business on Lake Temagami, and featured Dominique Nobes (Temagami Outdoors and Cottage Care), Ryan Smith (Chic Shore), and Adam Pugh (Loon Lodge). The meeting was extremely informative, and the TLA thanks these operators for their participation - [Survey on Lake Temagami Waste Transfer Station Hours](https://tla-temagami.ca/survey-on-lake-temagami-waste-transfer-station-hours/) - Please complete the following survey regarding the Lake Temagami Waste Transfer Station hours. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8CH767W For reference, here are the Temagami Waste-Disposal Hours of Operation 2023. - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (June 8 to 14, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-june-8-to-14-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (June 8 to 14, 2023) - [2023 Fire-Pump Subsidy Program](https://tla-temagami.ca/2023-fire-pump-subsidy-program/) - The Municipality of Temagami is currently accepting "Expressions of Interest" for the 2023 "Fire-Pump Subsidy Program". This program is intended to offer a subsidy of $400 to all residents without fire suppression towards the purchase of a Fire Pump. Fire Pumps provide residents without fire suppression a means of self-protection in case of fire. - [Municipality of Temagami - Notes from June 8, 2023 Regular Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notes-from-june-8-2023-regular-council/) - Municipality of Temagami - Notes From June 8, 2023 Regular Council Meeting - [2023 "Summer BBQ" for TLA Members](https://tla-temagami.ca/2023-summer-bbq-for-tla-members/) - Dear TLA Members: Please join us for the 2023 Summer BBQ. Here are the details: Date: Saturday, July 22, 2023 (rain date: Sunday, July 23rd) Time: Noon to 2:30 p.m. Location: TLA Headquarters Building front lawn Boat Docking: TLA docks and Manitou Landing docks Food: BBQ fare – including vegetarian options + non-alcoholic drinks - [Final 2 Weeks of the “Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge” 2026 ](https://tla-temagami.ca/final-2-weeks-of-the-temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-2026/) - Don't miss out on the chance to win a prize in the 2026 "Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge". Prizes will be awarded in several categories (e.g., “Most Trash Collected”, "Largest Piece of Trash"), and each child participant will receive a prize. We encourage year-round and seasonal residents, as well as visitors, to seek out and collect - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (August 13, 2025 to August 13, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-august-13-2025-to-august-2026/) - You can access information on Lake Temagami water levels and flow rates at any time from the Ontario Power Generation website at: https://water.opg.com/sites/lake-temagami. Here are the latest values: Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (August 13 2025 to August 13 2026)Download - [Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks "Spills Action Centre"](https://tla-temagami.ca/ministry-of-the-environment-conservation-and-parks-spills-action-centre/) - If you observe contaminants in lake water from any source, they should be reported to the Ministry's "Spills Action Centre" at 1-800-268-6060 (24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week). Timely, firsthand reports with supporting details help the Ministry assess the present conditions and determine appropriate response options. For further information, please visit the Ministry website at: www.ontario.ca/page/report-pollution-and-spills#section-0 - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-august-13-2026-at-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda and Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=102 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 4.1 - Report from Closed Sessions (ii) Item 7.11 - Expansion of Marine Fire Protection Services - Marine Fire Response Vessel: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/ff642c1d-ee83-491a-a9fb-7ea904835891 (iii) Item 7.12 - June 30, 2026 Severe Wind Event Recovery (iv) Item 7.13 - Medical Tiered Response - [Enter the “Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge” by August 31, 2026 ](https://tla-temagami.ca/enter-the-temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-by-august-31-2026/) - The Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) is once again inviting anyone who resides on, or enjoys, Lake Temagami and other area lakes to participate in the “Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge”. We encourage year-round and seasonal residents, as well as visitors, to seek out and collect trash that is in the water or lying on mainland or - [Ozero Solutions Boat-Washing Station Demonstration: Temagami Muncipal Office/Library Waterfront (Thursday, August 6, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/ozero-solutions-boat-washing-station-demonstration-temagami-muncipal-office-library-waterfront-thursday-august-6-2026/) - Ozero Solutions will be in Temagami on Thursday, August 6, 2026 for a special workshop event on Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) and boat decontamination. Location: Temagami Municipal Office / Library Waterfront🕒 Date and Time: Thursday, August 6, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Join us to learn more about the invasive species threatening our - [Microburst Hits South Arm of Lake Temagami Causing Major Damage (Temiskaming Speaker: July 29, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/microburst-hits-south-arm-of-lake-temagami-causing-major-damage-temiskaming-speaker-july-29-2026/) - Please take a moment to read this excellent article by Sue Nielsen of the Temiskaming Speaker about the devastating storm that severely impacted approximately 30 properties in the South and SW Arms on Lake Temagami on June 30, 2026. Microburst Hits South Arm of Lake Temagami (Temiskaming Speaker - July 29, 2026)Download - [Ensure That You're on the Municipality of Temagami Voters’ List for the October 2026 Municipal Election](https://tla-temagami.ca/ensure-that-youre-on-the-municipality-of-temagami-voters-list-for-the-october-2026-municipal-election/) - For those who are eligible to vote in Ontario Municipal Elections in October 2026, it is very important to ensure that you’re on the Temagami voters’ list. Please visit https://vreg.registertovoteon.ca/en/home to Check, Update, Add, or Remove your information from the voters' list online until August 12, 2026 ... OR directly with the Municipality after this date. - [Proposed Marten River Rest Area: Request for "Boat-Cleaning Station"](https://tla-temagami.ca/proposed-marten-river-rest-area-request-for-boat-cleaning-station/) - The Ministry of Transportation Ontario is planning to construct a "Rest Area" in the Marten River area - just south of Temagami. Construction is currently scheduled for the Fall of 2026 (pending funding and approvals). Currently, a "Boat-Cleaning Station" (with or without water) has not been included in these plans. This is a missed opportunity, - [Petition to Federal Government to Restore or Replace the Weatheradio Canada Network](https://tla-temagami.ca/petition-to-federal-government-to-restore-or-replace-the-weatheradio-canada-network/) - As many of you know, Environment and Climate Change Canada decommissioned the Weatheradio Canada Network as of March 16, 2026. If you are concerned about the loss of this valuable and reliable source of weather forecasts, watches, warnings, and emergency information, please consider completing and sending this petition online to the Government of Canada: www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Sign/e-7290 - [Municipality of Temagami – Council Working Session: Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-july-23-2026-at-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda and Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=127 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 4 - Report from Closed Sessions (ii) Item 6.1 - Presentation from Federal Member of Parliament for Nipissing-Timiskaming, Pauline Rochefort (iii) Item 6.2 - Storm Damage to Islands in the Southwest Arm of Lake Temagami - Presentation by Will Goodman and Tommy - [TLA “Annual General Meeting”: Wednesday, July 22 at Camp Wabun (9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-annual-general-meeting-wednesday-july-22-at-camp-wabun-930-a-m-to-100-p-m/) - Dear TLA Members: We are very pleased to announce the 95th “ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING” of the Temagami Lakes Association on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at Camp Wabun. Coffee: 9:30 a.m. Meeting: 10:00 a.m. Complimentary Lunch: after the meeting ends If you cannot attend, please submit a voting proxy form to temagamilakes1931@gmail.com. Please note that there - [“Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge” 2026](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-2026-2/) - The Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) is once again inviting anyone who resides on, or enjoys, Lake Temagami and other area lakes to participate in the “Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge”. From July 1 to August 31, 2026, we encourage year-round and seasonal residents, as well as visitors, to seek out and collect trash that is in - [Briggs Landfill: Expanded Hours to Assist Storm-Affected Residents](https://tla-temagami.ca/briggs-landfill-expanded-hours-to-assist-storm-affected-residents/) - The Municipality appreciates the challenges facing property owners as they recover from the recent storm and has reviewed requested measures to determine which can be implemented within its operational and legislative authority.At this time, the Municipality is able to extend the operating hours at the Briggs Landfill every second Thursday through the end of August - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (July 9, 2025 to July 9, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-july-9-2025-to-july-9-2026/) - You can access information on Lake Temagami water levels and flow rates at any time from the Ontario Power Generation website at: https://water.opg.com/sites/lake-temagami. Here are the latest values: Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (July 9 2025 to July 9 2026)Download - [Assessing the Impact of the June 30 Storm: Property Damage Assessment Survey](https://tla-temagami.ca/assessing-the-impact-of-the-june-30-storm-property-damage-assessment-survey/) - From John Shymko: The Municipality of Temagami is asking residents, seasonal property owners, and businesses that experienced property damage during the June 30, 2026 severe wind event to complete our Property Damage Assessment Form. The purpose of this survey is to help municipal staff prepare a report for Temagami Council's July 23, 2026 Council Meeting. - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-july-9-2026-at-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda and Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=100 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 4 - Minutes from Closed Sessions: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/30af61bf-fad9-435a-8af4-9dc6dd2d031c (June 11, 2026) https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/536e3e98-603c-4ebb-9845-55b637f7e6f8 (June 23, 2026) (ii) Item 6.3 - Unregistered Delegation: update from Lake Temagami residents affected by the June 30, 2026 storm (iii) Item 7.1 - Lake Temagami Access Road Bridge - [Storm Damage in South and SW Arms of Lake Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/storm-damage-in-south-and-sw-arms-of-lake-temagami/) - As you may know, there was a significant storm on June 30, 2026, which impacted some areas of the South and SW Arms of Lake Temagami. It resulted in damage to several properties and the loss of numerous trees. If you require tree-removal services, here are some businesses that service the Temagami region: Lynx Tree - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-july-1-2025-to-july-1-2026/) - You can access information on Lake Temagami water levels and flow rates at any time from the Ontario Power Generation website at: https://water.opg.com/sites/lake-temagami. Here are the latest values: Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (July 1 2025 to July 1 2026)Download - [“Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge” 2026](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-2026/) - The Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) is once again inviting anyone who resides on, or enjoys, Lake Temagami and other area lakes to participate in the “Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge”. From July 1 to August 31, 2026, we encourage year-round and seasonal residents, as well as visitors, to seek out and collect trash that is in - [TLA Hours and Services (Summer 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-hours-and-services-summer-2026/) - In 2026, we are planning to have the TLA Building operational from Saturday, June 27th to Saturday, August 29th on the following schedule: TUESDAYS: noon to 4:00 p.m. THURSDAYS: noon to 4:00 p.m. SATURDAYS: noon to 4:00 p.m. A number of amenities will be offered in July and August: ✓ daily, VHF, marine-radio announcements on - [Municipality of Temagami – Special Meeting of Temagami Council (Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.) + Public Consultation re: Building Permit Fees (Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-special-meeting-of-temagami-council-tuesday-june-23-2026-at-630-p-m-public-consultation-re-building-permit-fees-wednesday-june-24-2026-at-500-p-m/) - SPECIAL MEETING (Tuesday, June 23, 2026): Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88085682900?pwd=bFg6sb0d0CqmfUQsfCpwO5mC8mlPYJ.1 Agenda and Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=125 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 8.1 - Industrial, Commercial and Institutional (IC&I) Recycling Program - Eligibility Determination and Cost Recovery (ii) Item 8.2 - Lake Temagami Access Point - Land Use Permit Renewal: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/da7a0340-998b-4a5f-9e9e-57ae6cbed2c0 (iii) Item 9.1 - Appointing a - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (June 18, 2025 to June 18, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-june-18-2025-to-june-18-2026/) - You can access information on Lake Temagami water levels and flow rates at any time from the Ontario Power Generation website at: https://water.opg.com/sites/lake-temagami Here are the latest values: Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (June 18 2025 to June 18 2026)Download - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (June 11, 2025 to June 11, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-june-11-2025-to-june-11-2026/) - You can access information on Lake Temagami water levels and flow rates at any time from the Ontario Power Generation website at: https://water.opg.com/sites/lake-temagami Here are the latest values: Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (June 11 2025 to June 11 2026)Download - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-june-11-2026-at-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda and Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=99 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 6.1 – TLA Presentation by Lynn Buckham and Nicole Brooker re: HONK Parking System: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/12dc9e76-303f-4cbe-be97-97384d1cf374 (ii) Item 7.1 - Roadmap to Low Carbon Reports (GHG Reduction Pathway Study): Roadmap to Low Carbon Final Report – Temagami Office: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/8ff0c4e0-3dac-4ccb-8b9f-175ff35a7de0 Roadmap to Low Carbon - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (June 4, 2025 to June 4, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-june-4-2025-to-june-4-2026/) - Lake Temagami water levels appear to be coming down. Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (June 4 2025 to June 4 2026)Download - [2026 Temagami Fire-Pump Subsidy Program](https://tla-temagami.ca/2026-temagami-fire-pump-subsidy-program/) - The Municipality of Temagami is currently accepting Expressions of Interest for the 2026 "Fire-Pump Subsidy Program". This program is intended to offer a subsidy of $400 to all residents without fire suppression towards the purchase of a Fire Pump. Fire Pumps provide residents without fire suppression a means of self-protection in case of fire. 10 - [Municipality of Temagami: Voters’ List 2026](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-voters-list-2026/) - For those who are eligible to vote in Ontario Municipal Elections in October 2026, it is very important to ensure that you’re on the Temagami voters’ list for 2026. Contact the Municipal Clerk at Clerk@Temagami.ca to verify. If you’re not on the list: (a) Have your drivers licence and proof of ownership of property available. - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (May 28, 2025 to May 28, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-may-28-2025-to-may-28-2026/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (May 28 2025 to May 28 2026)Download - [Municipality of Temagami: Garbage Collection and Disposal Updates (as of May 27, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-garbage-collection-and-disposal-updates-as-of-may-27-2026/) - Please review the following updates for garbage collection and disposal: Garbage Collection and Disposal Updates - Municipality of Temagami (May 27, 2026)Download - [Video Footage Taken in Temagami (1930s)](https://tla-temagami.ca/video-footage-taken-in-temagami-1930s/) - John Sappington (formerly of Island 630) has kindly shared the following video footage taken in Temagami in the 1930s: 1. Dog Island as seen from Temagami Island 2. Camp Chimo with 2 sparring partners 3. creek expedition in Island Bay Here's the link: www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/391ko3kki2mdclpjsu90a/52606779_Film_1_Film.mov?rlkey=on1yixkb347jd2v2pkjmp0mgn&st=8jft4z17&dl=0 N.B., You don't have to download the video, but can simply - [Municipality of Temagami – Council Working Session: Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-may-28-2026-at-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda and Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=106 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 6.1 - Future of the Temagami Post Office (ii) Item 7.2 - Temagami Fire Department Apparatus Upgrades: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/8a353945-a94e-4723-9942-e733d767df3b (iii) Item 7.4 - Parking Area Schedule Revisions and Mapping Updates (iv) Item 7.6 - Economic Development Implementation and Capacity Building – Proposed CIINO - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (May 21, 2025 to May 21, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-may-21-2025-to-may-21-2026/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (May 21 2025 to May 21 2026)Download - [Changes to Lake Temagami Access Point Waste Transfer Station (May 15, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/changes-to-lake-temagami-access-point-waste-transfer-station-may-15-2026/) - Changes to Lake Temagami Access Point Waste Transfer Station (May 15, 2026)Download - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (May 14, 2025 to May 14, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-may-14-2025-to-may-14-2026/) - On May 9, 2026, TLA Member Peter McGuire (Island 159) reported the following: "It looks like we are ~ 6" / 150 mm lower than 2019 when many fixed docks were under water." The latest measurements are: Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (May 14 2025 to May 14 2026)Download - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-may-14-2026-at-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda and Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=98 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 7.1 – Supporting the Implementation of Paid Parking: Bill Kitts has requested to appear as a delegation to provide comments on the implementation of paid parking and docking by-laws. The delegation will proceed without presentation materials. (ii) Item 8.4 - Non-Resident Landfill - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (May 6, 2025 to May 6, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-may-6-2025-to-may-6-2026/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (May 6 2025 to May 6 2026)Download - [Municipality of Temagami: Special Council Meeting (THURSDAY May 7, 2026, AT 6:00 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-special-council-meeting-thursday-may-7-2026-at-600-p-m/) - The purpose of this meeting is to review the Municipality’s waste management operations in response to provincial legislative and regulatory changes, including mandatory compliance requirements, and to consider the Solid Waste Management Plan and determine actions required for its implementation. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Special Council Meeting (May 7, 2026)Download - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (April 30, 2025 to April 30, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-april-30-2025-to-april-30-2026/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (April 30, 2025 to April 30, 2026)Download - [Lake Temagami Elevation Information from Ontario Power Generation](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-elevation-information-from-ontario-power-generation/) - April 29, 2026 Kate Cantin (Ontario Power Generation Senior Communications Advisor, Northeast Operations) has shared some information for TLA members regarding Lake Temagami's elevation, and anticipated increases, due to a strong water inflow from yesterday’s rain on top of ongoing snow melt. Please feel free to reach out to her at kate.cantin@opg.com or 705-266-5319 if - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (April 23, 2025 to April 23, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-april-23-2025-to-april-23-2026/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (April 23, 2025 to April 23, 2026)Download - [Implementation of HONK Paid Parking System in the Municipality of Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/implementation-of-honk-paid-parking-system-in-the-municipality-of-temagami/) - The month of May 2026 will serve as a pilot project period for the new HONK paid parking system in the Municipality of Temagami. An implementation plan was presented to Council at its meeting of November 27, 2025. Councilapproved the implementation plan through Resolution 25-496. The resolution directed staff to:• implement paid parking using the - [Municipality of Temagami – Council Working Session: Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-april-23-2026-at-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda and Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=107 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 7.5 – NG911 and Community Emergency Management Compliance Support: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/fc3f72a3-693b-4079-9f0f-6f24b1674f29 (ii) Item 8.1 – Highway 11 Petition - Request for Council Support and Public Distribution (iii) Item 11.1 – Implementation of By-law 25-1824 - Unauthorized Use of Municipal Land: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/3b62f592-1e9d-49f7-ba92-4902de5abfcd (iv) Item - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (April 15, 2025 to April 15, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-april-15-2025-to-april-15-2026/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (April 15 2025 to April 15 2026)Download - [Affected Owners Do Not Need to File a Return or Pay the UHT for 2025 and Subsequent Years](https://tla-temagami.ca/affected-owners-do-not-need-to-file-a-return-or-pay-the-uht-for-2025-and-subsequent-years/) - The following is the latest update for the UHT (Underused Housing Tax). On March 26, 2026, Bill C-15, An Act to implement certain provisions of the budget tabled in Parliament on November 4, 2025, which proposed changes to the Underused Housing Tax Act (UHTA), received Royal Assent. Affected owners do not need to file a return or pay - [Municipality of Temagami - Special Council Meeting + Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, April 9, 2026](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-special-council-meeting-regular-council-meeting-thursday-april-9-2026/) - 1. A "Special Council Meeting" has been called for Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to receive and consider the Municipality’s 2025 audited financial statements, including the audit report and related by-law respecting municipal reserves. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84016177450 Municipality's 2025 Audit and Financial Statements: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/d815d2f0-f686-4b14-91a0-8187a9238115 Update to the - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (April 1, 2025 to April 1, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-april-1-2025-to-april-1-2026/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (April 1 2025 to April 1 2026)Download - [Weatheradio Canada Network Decommissioned](https://tla-temagami.ca/weatheradio-canada-network-decommissioned/) - As of March 16, 2026, Environment and Climate Change Canada has permanently decommissioned the "Weatheradio Canada" network (and the "Hello Weather" telephone forecast system) due to rising maintenance costs. Radio marine forecasts are still available, however, in some areas (e.g. the Great Lakes) via the Canadian Coast Guard. For local weather forecasts and alerts, please visit the interactive - [Another Update on the Underused Housing Tax](https://tla-temagami.ca/another-update-on-the-underused-housing-tax/) - The Government of Canada recently posted this updated information about the Underused Housing Tax (UHT) on its website: "On November 18, 2025, the Government of Canada tabled Bill C-15, An Act to implement certain provisions of the budget tabled in Parliament on November 4, 2025 which proposes changes to the Underused Housing Tax Act (UHTA). Based on proposed legislation - [Submissions to Temagami Times (Summer 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/submissions-to-temagami-times-summer-2026/) - Please note that the submission deadline for the Summer 2026 edition of the Temagami Times newspaper is Wednesday, April 15th. All submissions are subject to editorial review. Articles should be no more than 500 to 700 words in length and in Word format. Photos/tables/graphs must be high-resolution PDF, TIFF, or JPEG images – with a minimum of - [Municipality of Temagami – Council Working Session: Thursday, March 26, 2026 (6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-march-26-2026-630-p-m/) - Please note that TLA Board Members, Nicole Brooker and Lynn Buckham, will be making a presentation to Council early in the meeting (see item 6.1 on the agenda). Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda + Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=105 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 6.1 - TLA Presentation to Temagami Council (on lake health, road safety, and parking): - [Reminder: 2026 Temagami Municipal "Budget Survey" Open Until March 16, 2026](https://tla-temagami.ca/reminder-2026-temagami-municipal-budget-survey-open-until-march-16-2026/) - Responses to the Municipality of Temagami’s “Budget Survey” can be submitted until March 16, 2026 at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/JVNLBQ3 More information can be found at: Municipality of Temagami Budget Survey Poster Municipality of Temagami – 2026 Budget at a Glance Item 7.1 of the February 11, 2026 Municipal Council Meeting: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=86 - [Candidates for the TLA Board of Directors 2026 to 2027](https://tla-temagami.ca/candidates-for-the-tla-board-of-directors-2026-to-2027/) - The Lake community needs women and men who care about Lake Temagami to join the Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) Board of Directors. Qualifications Include: membership in the TLA; a desire to become involved in the activities of the Lake community; and, some time to contribute to the Association. Commitment: This is typically a three-year commitment - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, March 12, 2026 (6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-march-12-2026-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda + Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=95 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 6.2: Temagami First Nation - Land Selection and Proposed Additions to Reserve (https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/dfb994bf-f87f-43c1-ac8b-c3684c899bd7) (ii) Item 7.1: MHBC Report - Status Update on Official Plan Review (https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/02ff49ea-71ea-431d-8082-93d3e8c5c571) (iii) Item 7.3: Waste Management Review in Response to New Provincial Regulations (iv) Item 7.7: - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (March 5, 2025 to March 5, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-march-5-2025-to-march-5-2026/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (March 5 2025 to March 5 2026)Download - [Part-Time Employment Opportunity with the Temagami Lakes Association (July and August 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/part-time-employment-opportunity-with-the-temagami-lakes-association-july-and-august-2026/) - The Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) has an opening for a part-time staffing position at the TLA Building for the Summer of 2026. The Building is located in the Lake Temagami hub – on the mainland shore between Loon Lodge and the Manitou Landing docks – and is accessible by land or water. Details are as - [2026 Temagami Municipal Budget Survey Now Open](https://tla-temagami.ca/2026-temagami-municipal-budget-survey-now-open/) - Please complete the Municipality of Temagami's "Budget Survey" by March 16, 2026. www.surveymonkey.com/r/JVNLBQ3 More information can be found at: Municipality of Temagami Budget Survey Poster Municipality of Temagami – 2026 Budget at a Glance Item 7.1 of the February 11, 2026 Municipal Council Meeting: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=86 - [Friendly Reminders for TLA Members](https://tla-temagami.ca/friendly-reminders-for-tla-members/) - 2026 Memberships: If you haven't already done so, please remember to renew your 2026 TLA membership (and property-patrol subscription), as soon as possible. Here is a link to the 2026 membership form - including updated prices: https://tla-temagami.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-TLA-Membership-Form-Times-and-Online-Version-updated.pdf. If your contact information remains unchanged, there's no need to submit the form itself. For those with Canadian - [Invasive Species Awareness Week (February 23 to March 1, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/invasive-species-awareness-week-february-23-to-march-1-2026/) - The goal of Invasive Species Awareness Week (ISAW) is to increase awareness about the impacts of invasive species and how we can protect natural spaces from these invaders. Here is some great informaton from the Invasive Species Centre (www.invasivespeciescentre.ca): How You Can Particpate: www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/events/invasive-species-awareness-week Learn About Invasive Species: www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/invasive-species Invasive Species Resources: www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/invasive-species/invasive-species-resources/#best-management-practice Aquatic Invasive - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (February 18, 2025 to February 18, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-february-18-2025-to-february-18-2026/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (February 18 2025 to February 18 2026)Download - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: WEDNESDAY, February 11, 2026 (6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-wednesday-february-11-2026-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda + Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=86 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 7.1: 2026 Municipal Proposed Budget and Financial Plan (ii) Item 7.3: Lake Temagami Access Point Corporation Governance Options (https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/dbb0375e-454e-436e-9abf-0f146764720f) (iii) Item 10: Council Member Review - Protected under MFIPPA (iv) Item 13.5: Temagami Dry Relaunch - February 26, 2026 (https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/dc244d1e-bfe4-4ab4-b067-df77f2fe1a65) (v) - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (February 5, 2025 to February 5, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-february-5-2025-to-february-5-2026/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (February 5 2025 to February 5 2026)Download - [FOCA Member Benefits and Offers](https://tla-temagami.ca/foca-member-benefits-and-offers/) - The Temagami Lakes Association is a member of the Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations (FOCA). As a result, TLA members has access to certain benefits, offers, and discounts. https://foca.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/FOCA-Member-Association-Benefits-NO-CODES-ver-July2025.pdf "FOCA is the province-wide umbrella group for Ontario’s waterfront community – whether seasonalor permanent residents. Our members are more than 525 lake, camp, cabin, residents, and - [The TLA's New E-Mail Address](https://tla-temagami.ca/the-tlas-new-e-mail-address/) - Happy New Year! This is just a little reminder that the TLA has a new e-mail address: temagamilakes1931@gmail.com. This should be used for: (i) all correspondence to the TLA Board or Executive Director (ii) e-transfer payments for memberships, advertising, etc. Do not use the old e-mail address going forward. Thank you!! - [Update from FOCA re: Small Vessel Licensing Regulations](https://tla-temagami.ca/update-from-foca-re-small-vessel-licensing-regulations/) - The Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations (FOCA) reports that on January 6, 2026, Transport Canada (TC) implemented a new 5-year license period for pleasure craft licenses (PCL), with a $24 service fee to process new, renewed, or transferred PCL applications. There are new requirements to notify TC of changes in boat information or ownership within - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (January 22, 2025 to January 22, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-january-22-2025-to-january-22-2026/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (January 22 2025 to January 22 2026)Download - [Municipality of Temagami: Special Council Meeting (Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-special-council-meeting-tuesday-january-27-2026-at-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87261419614?pwd=LabRadNmylpzwO5t8dPPKLy8HAa8Rg.1(Meeting ID: 872 6141 9614; Passcode: 479414) Municipality of Temagami - Special Council Meeting (January 27 2026)Download - [Municipality of Temagami – Council Working Session: Thursday, January 22, 2026 (6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-january-22-2026-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda + Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=84 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 6.2: Leepfrog Tower - Status and Municipal Considerations (https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/936f6c39-67bf-48f2-8f74-6cb6412c63a7) (ii) Item 6.4: Temagami Train Station - Lease and Safety Compliance Review (https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/b629d488-bb87-4010-b98f-44b593ac489b) (iii) Item 6.5: Fire Pumper Replacement Financing (iv) Item 6.8: 2026 Council Meeting Schedule (https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/d938af89-e097-4d5e-98fd-c4f447695164) (v) Item 9.4: Economic - [Message from Municipality of Temagami to Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Residents re: Recycling in 2026](https://tla-temagami.ca/message-from-municipality-of-temagami-to-industrial-commercial-and-institutional-residents-re-recycling-in-2026/) - Changes to ICI Recycling 2026Download - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (January 8, 2025 to January 8, 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-january-8-2025-to-january-8-2026/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (January 8, 2025 to January 8, 2026)Download - [Submissions to Temagami Times (Winter 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/submissions-to-temagami-times-winter-2026/) - Please note that the submission deadline for the Winter 2026 edition of the Temagami Times newspaper is Thursday, January 15th. All submissions are subject to editorial review. Articles should be no more than 500 to 700 words in length and in Word format. Photos/tables/graphs must be high-resolution PDF, TIFF, or JPEG images – with a minimum of - [Holiday Wishes from the TLA 2025](https://tla-temagami.ca/holiday-wishes-from-the-tla-2025/) - The Temagami Lakes Association wishes everyone Merry Christmas / Happy Holidays and much health and happiness in 2026. - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (December 17, 2024 to December 17, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-december-17-2024-to-december-17-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (December 17, 2024 to December 17, 2025)Download - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, December 11, 2025 (6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-december-11-2025-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda + Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=77 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 4: Report from November 20, 2025 Closed Sessions (ii) Item 5: Minutes of Previous Meetings (November 13, 20, and 27, 2025) (iii) Item 7.4: Christmas Season Office Closures (iv) Item 7.5: January 2026 Council Meeting Schedule Adjustment (v) Item 7.11: "Extracted - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (December 4, 2024 to December 4, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-december-4-2024-to-december-4-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (December 4, 2024 to December 4, 2025)Download - [Share Your Ideas for Improving Downtown Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/share-your-ideas-for-improving-downtown-temagami/) - The Temagami Region Economic Development Corporation (TREDCO) is a not-for-profit organization established to support local business growth, tourism development, community planning, and long-term economic prosperity. As part of this work, TREDCO is gathering information to help improve the downtown area and make it an even better place for residents, visitors, and local businesses. We want - [Closure of Grant Home Hardware - Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/closure-of-grant-home-hardware-temagami/) - Closure of Grant's Home Hardware - TemagamiDownload - [Municipality of Temagami - Council Working Session: Thursday, November 27, 2025 (6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-november-27-2025-630-p-m/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda + Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=76 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 4.1: 2025 YTD Budget Variance Review and Multi-Factor Financial Analysis (ii) Item 4.4: Implementation of Paid Parking Lots and QR Code-Based Parking System (iii) Item 4.5: Teck Resource Land at the Mine Landing and Restrictions to Enforce Municipal Bylaws on the Land - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, November 13, 2025 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-november-13-2025-630-p-m-eastern/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda + Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=75 Items of Interest to TLA Members: (i) Item 6.3: Budget Variance Report (ii) Item 6.6: Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) Long-Term Planning – Municipal Considerations (iii) Item 6.10: New Partnership Announcement – EV Charging Opportunities for Northern Ontario Communities (iv) Items 6.11 to 6.15: Memoradum of Understanding Minutes - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (November 20, 2024 to November 20, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-november-20-2024-to-november-20-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (November 20 2024 to November 20 2025)Download - [Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Associations E-Newsletter (October 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/federation-of-ontario-cottagers-associations-e-newsletter-october-2025/) - For the latest news from the Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Associations (FOCA), please check out their October 2025 e-newsletter: You can sign up for all of FOCA’s e-newletters at: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/wL3bLLb/FOCAwebTop Also, please consider completing the "2025 FOCA Experience Survey". The survey focusses on your experience and satisfaction with FOCA. On average, it is taking less than - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (November 5, 2024 to November 5, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-november-5-2024-to-november-5-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (November 5, 2024 to November 5, 2025)Download - [Municipality of Temagami: Council Meeting Update (October 9, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-meeting-update-october-9-2025/) - Municipality of Temagami - Council Meeting Update (October 9, 2025)Download - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (October 22, 2024 to October 22, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-october-22-2024-to-october-22-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (October 22 2024 to October 22 2025)Download - [Municipality of Temagami – Council Working Session: Thursday, October 23, 2025 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-october-23-2025-630-p-m-eastern/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 Agenda + Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=63 Items of Interest to TLA Members: 1. Report from October 15, 2025 Closed Session 2. MHBC Presentation Regarding Proposed Modifications to Adopted Official Plan: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/1d038787-7f74-4cc0-9175-12ea872e243a 3. Temagami 2024 Draft Financial Statement: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/7d24cf59-2122-49cb-a464-af45aa6fe9f6 4. Review of Conference Participation and Responsible Planning for 2026: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/document/03fd2125-f7ef-4484-a37d-2e4396e39df4 5. Clarification of Roles - [Municipality of Temagami: Special Meeting Notice (Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-special-meeting-notice-wednesday-october-15-2025-at-600-p-m/) - Discussion will include Lake Temagami Access Road bridge rehabilitation: Municipality of Temagami – Special Meeting Notice (October 15 2025) - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (September 25, 2024 to September 25, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-september-25-2024-to-september-25-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (September 25, 2024 to September 25, 2025)Download - [Municipality of Temagami – Council Working Session: Thursday, September 25, 2025 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-september-25-2025-630-p-m-eastern/) - Agenda + Information Package: https://temagami.community-ca.highbond.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=52 Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 (ID: 835 5585 7948) Please note that TLA President, Nicole Brooker, will be speaking to Council about several issues of concern to TLA members. Her presentation should take place early in the meeting. - [2025 Sees Another Successful "Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge"](https://tla-temagami.ca/2025-sees-another-successful-temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge/) - The Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) spearheaded a third “Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge” in the Summer of 2025 for anyone residing on, or enjoying, Lake Temagami and other area lakes. The challenge received 35 entries (20 of which were from children) and encouraged residents and visitors alike to retrieve trash from the waters and shorelines of - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, September 11, 2025 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-september-11-2025-630-p-m-eastern/) - Agenda + Information Package Links: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=9f6be461-cbcb-4b21-a575-3a4a70dd6a29&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 (ID: 835 5585 7948) Some Potential Topics of Interest to TLA Members: Item 5.2: Special Council Meeting Draft Minutes re: Municipal Borrowing By-Law (August 20, 2025): https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=25249 Item 8.1.1: Budget Variance Report - September 2025: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=25251 Item 8.1.2: 2025-M-196 - Ontario Clean Water Agency Water and Wastewater Systems – - [Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Associations E-Newsletter (August 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/federation-of-ontario-cottagers-associations-e-newsletter-august-2025/) - For the latest news from the Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Associations (FOCA), please check out their August 2025 e-newsletter: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Last-call-for-FOCA-Fall-Seminar-registration---Dark-Sky-resources---FOCA-on-the-road--and-more.html?soid=1103081187936&aid=f2zZmqWESqk You can sign up for all of FOCA’s e-newletters at: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/wL3bLLb/FOCAwebTop - [Submissions to Temagami Times (Fall 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/submissions-to-temagami-times-fall-2025/) - Please note that the submission deadline for the Fall 2025 edition of the Temagami Times is Monday, September 15th. All submissions are subject to editorial review. Articles should be approximately 500 to 700 words in length and in Word format. Photos/tables/graphs must be high-resolution PDF, TIFF, or JPEG images – with a minimum of 200 - ["Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge" 2025 Ends on August 31, 2025](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-2025-ends-on-august-31-2025/) - The Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) invites anyone who resides on, or enjoys, Lake Temagami and other area lakes to participate in the “Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge”. The challenge ends on August 31, 2025 - so, we encourage year-round and seasonal residents, as well as visitors, to seek out and collect trash that is in the - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, August 14, 2025 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-august-14-2025-630-p-m-eastern/) - Agenda + Information Package Links: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=fea37387-93e2-4cde-bbdc-2af5e09ca3e7&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 (ID: 835 5585 7948) Some Potential Topics of Interest to TLA Members: Item 7.1.1: 2025 Ontario Clean Water Agency Annual Operations Update and Infrastructure: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24732 Item 8.1.1: Budget Variance Report - July 2025: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24733 Item 8.1.13: 2025-M-177 - Progress Update - Joint Ad Hoc Committee for Lake Temagami Access Road: - [2025 TLA AGM: Links to Recordings](https://tla-temagami.ca/2025-tla-agm-links-to-recordings/) - Dear TLA Members: If you missed the 2025 AGM and would like to hear recordings of the meeting, please send a request to tla@onlink.net. - [Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations E-Newsletter (July 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/federation-of-ontario-cottagers-associations-e-newsletter-july-2025/) - For the latest news from the Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations (FOCA), please check out their July 2025 e-newsletter: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Lake-Stewards-Magazine-release---FOCA-Fall-Seminar-registration-open---Last-call-for-Stewardship-BINGO.html?soid=1103081187936&aid=SECXchbj5Xc You can sign up for all of FOCA's e-newletters at: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/wL3bLLb/FOCAwebTop - ["Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge" 2025](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-2025-2/) - The Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) invites anyone who resides on, or enjoys, Lake Temagami and other area lakes to participate in the “Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge”. From July 1 to August 31, 2025, we encourage year-round and seasonal residents, as well as visitors, to seek out and collect trash that is in the water or - [Seeking Volunteers to Assist With the TLA Headquarters Building Decommissioning (Summer 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/seeking-volunteers-to-assist-with-the-tla-headquarters-building-decommissioning-summer-2025/) - The TLA is seeking volunteers to assist with the Headquarters building decommissioning. In particular, we are looking for people with pick-up trucks to take items to the landfill on the Access Road during its operating hours, as follows: Mondays: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Fridays: 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please send a note to tla@onlink.net if you - [TLA AGM (Saturday, July 26, 2025) + Fire-Pump and First-Aid Training (Wednesday, July 30, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-agm-saturday-july-26-2025-fire-pump-and-first-aid-training-wednesday-july-30-2025/) - Just a couple of reminders for TLA Members … 1. The TLA “Annual General Meeting” will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Camp Wabun. If possible, confirm your attendance by sending an e-mail to tla@onlink.net or phoning 705-237-8927. If you are unable to attend, please complete and - [Municipality of Temagami: "Expressions of Interest" for 2025 Fire-Pump Subsidy Program](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-expressions-of-interest-for-2025-fire-pump-subsidy-program/) - The Municipality of Temagami is currently accepting "Expressions of Interest" for the 2025 Fire-Pump Subsidy Program. This program is contigent on budget approval and is intended to offer a subsidy of $400.00 to residents without fire suppression toward the purchase of a fire pump. Fire pumps provide residents without fire suppression a means of self-protection - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, July 10, 2025 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-july-10-2025-630-p-m-eastern/) - Agenda + Information Package Links: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=dc4758d1-e6a5-40f9-a44b-2c3e7f843555&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 (ID: 835 5585 7948) Some Potential Topics of Interest to TLA Members: Item 9.1: Draft Budget Presentation: Budget Commentary: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24694 High-Level Overview: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24695 Proposed Operational Revenue: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24696 Proposed Operational Expenses: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24697 Proposed 2025 Capital: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24698 Proposed Future Capital: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24699 Estimated Borrowing: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24700 Municipal Reserves: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24701 Pending Funding: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24702 - ["Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge" 2025](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-2025/) - Over the years, the amount of garbage floating in the water and sitting on the shorelines of lakes in the Temagami area has increased. Of particular concern are plastics, as they can take hundreds of years to break down. They may never do so entirely, but instead disintegrate into smaller and smaller pieces – which - [Lake Temagami Waste Disposal + Recycling 2025](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-waste-disposal-recycling-2025/) - 1. LAKE TEMAGAMI ACCESS POINT TRANSFER STATION: end of Lake Temagami Access Road SUMMER HOURS: Canada Day Week-end to Labour Day 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., seven days-a-week LONG WEEK-END HOURS:May Long Week-end and Thanksgiving Week-end: Friday to Monday (7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) 2. BRIGGS LANDFILL: 1380 Lake Temagami Access RoadMondays: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Fridays: - [Celebration of Life for Bobby Morrison (Thursday, July 17, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/celebration-of-life-for-bobby-morrison-thursday-july-17-2025/) - Bobby Morrison - Celebration of Life (2025)Download - [Guest Speaker for TLA "Annual General Meeting" (Saturday, July 26, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/guest-speaker-for-tla-annual-general-meeting-saturday-july-26-2025/) - Dear TLA Members: We invite you to attend the AGM on Saturday, July 26, 2025 (9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.). If possible, please confirm your attendance by Friday, July 11th (to help with planning for food and beverages). If you are not able to attend, please fill out a proxy form, and return it via - ["TLA Summer BBQ" (Saturday, July 5, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-summer-bbq-saturday-july-5-2025/) - Dear Members: Just a remindeer that the "TLA Summer BBQ" will take place on Saturday, July 5, 2025 from noon to 2:30 p.m. at the TLA building (rain date: Sunday, July 6th). Here are the details: Location: TLA Headquarters Building front lawn Boat Docking: TLA docks and Manitou Landing docks Food: BBQ fare – including - [Municipality of Temagami – Council Working Session: Thursday, June 26, 2025 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-june-26-2025-630-p-m-eastern/) - Agenda + Information Package Links: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=d9d3e846-1d37-42f5-9595-5eed15446503&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 (ID: 835 5585 7948) Some Potential Topics of Interest to TLA Members: Item 6.2: 2025-M-154 - Award Recommendation Tender C-2025-01 - Stevens Road, Fox Run Road & White Bear Crescent & Addition of Goward, Hillcrest, and Alder: http://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24640 Item 6.3: 2025-M-155 - 2025 OSIM Bridge Inspection Report: http://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24647 Item 6.4: - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (June 19, 2024 to June 19, 2025) ](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-june-19-2024-to-june-19-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (June 19 2024 to June 19 2025)Download - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, June 12, 2025 (6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-june-12-2025-630-p-m-930-p-m-eastern/) - Agenda + Information Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=5156a8c8-9e02-4619-825f-953abf78dcb5&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 (meeting ID: 835 5585 7948) SOME POTENTIAL TOPICS OF INTEREST TO TLA MEMBERS: Item 4: CLOSED Session on May 15, 2025 to Discuss CAO/Treasurer Performance Review and Temagami Dry Contract Negotiations Item 5.2: Discussion of the Fox Run Tender Documents: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24588) Item 8.1.3: 2025-M-133 - Highway 11 Pilot Project – Transportation - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (June 5, 2024 to June 5, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-june-5-2024-to-june-5-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (June 5 2024 to June 5 2025)Download - [Temagami Times - Summer 2025](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-times-summer-2025/) - The Summer 2025 edition of the Temagami Times newspaper hasn’t yet been printed (and the timeline for mailing is a bit “iffy” due to a possible postal strike) – but, you can find the online copy at: https://tla-temagami.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Temagami-Times-Summer-2025-high-resolution-version.pdf. Hopefully, paper copies of this issue can be mailed out in the next couple of weeks. - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (May 22, 2024 to May 22, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-may-22-2024-to-may-22-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (May 22 2024 to May 22 2025)Download - [Municipality of Temagami – Council Working Session: Thursday, May 22, 2025 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-may-22-2025-630-p-m-eastern/) - Agenda + Information Package Links: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=2c588e4d-0607-460b-9583-9bb7d49547ec&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 (ID: 835 5585 7948) Some Potential Topics of Interest to TLA Members: 4.2 "HONK" Presentation - regarding a contactless parking system: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24449 5.3 2025-M-127 - Response to Short-Term Rental Licensing By-law Inquiries: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24462 5.5 2025-M-129 - First Draft 2025 Budget: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24460 7.2.1 2025-M-123 - Evaluation of Council Meeting Location and - [May 2025 E-News from Federation of Ontario Cottagers’ Associations (FOCA)](https://tla-temagami.ca/may-2025-e-news-from-federation-of-ontario-cottagers-associations-foca/) - The latest news from FOCA can be found at: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Cottage-Country-Long-Weekend-Updates-from-FOCA.html?soid=1103081187936&aid=3btsNE9Y1Rs Topics of interest to TLA members include: "Lake Partner Program" Status Omnibus Bill 5 (which proposes to dismantle the Endangered Species Act) Source Water Protection FireSmart for the Cottage Webinar on Fire Preparedness Invasive Phragmites Cross-Border Cottage Succession Tax Planning … and more - [FOCA Member Association Benefits (as of April 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/foca-member-association-benefits-as-of-april-2025/) - Because the TLA belongs to the Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations (FOCA), our members are entitled to the following benefits: FOCA Member Association Benefits (as of April 2025)Download - [April 2025 E-News from Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations (FOCA)](https://tla-temagami.ca/april-2025-e-news-from-federation-of-ontario-cottagers-associations-foca/) - The latest news from FOCA can be found at: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Here-s-your-FOCA-e-news--new-look--same-great-cottage-country-info.html?soid=1103081187936&aid=TVEiEUz8-kU Topics of interest to TLA members include: Omnibus Bill 5 - Species Impacts Spring Burning Tips Cottage-Succession Webinars ... and more - [Municipality of Temagami – Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, May 8, 2025 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-may-8-2025-630-p-m-eastern/) - Agenda + Information Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=9b1f8c6d-8776-4e5e-828f-2bd5ff378faf&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83555857948 (meeting ID: 835 5585 7948) SOME POTENTIAL TOPICS OF INTEREST TO TLA MEMBERS: Item 8.1.1: Legislative Overview of Strong Mayor Powers – Scope, Authority, and Limitations: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=24323 Item 8.1.8: Public Engagement Report – Draft Municipal Land Use By-law No. 24-1727 (introduction of a permit system for the placement of - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (May 1, 2024 to May 1, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-may-1-2024-to-may-1-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (May 1 2024 to May 1 2025)Download - [Lake Temagami Access Point Transfer Station Hours (2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-access-point-transfer-station-hours-2025/) - Lake Temagami Access Point Transfer Station Hours (2025)Download - [Part-Time, Summer Staffing Position at the TLA Headquarters Building (July and August 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/part-time-summer-staffing-position-at-the-tla-headquarters-building-july-and-august-2025/) - The Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) has an opening for a part-time, summer 2025 staffing position at the TLA Headquarters building. The Headquarters is located in the Lake Temagami hub – on the mainland shore between Loon Lodge and the Manitou Landing docks – and is accessible by land or water. Details are as follows: 1. - [Municipality of Temagami – Council Working Session: Thursday, April 24, 2025 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-april-24-2025-630-p-m-eastern/) - Agenda + Information Package Links: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=14281c6e-e19c-4e70-be73-6f7ea089c2ff&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83509680598 (ID: 835 0968 0598 + Passcode: 777127) SOME POTENTIAL TOPICS OF INTEREST TO TLA MEMBERS: Item 6.1: 2025-M-093 - Response to Toronto's Request for Residual Waste Management Partnerships: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=23991 Draft Motion: BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives Memo 2025-M-093 as presented; AND FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED THAT - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (April 16, 2024 to April 16, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-april-16-2024-to-april-16-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow rates (April 16 2024 to April 16 2025)Download - [*** IMPORTANT Municipality of Temagami Public Consultation and Information Session ***](https://tla-temagami.ca/important-municipality-of-temagami-public-consultation-and-information-session/) - RE: PROPOSED MUNICIPAL LAND-USE BY-LAW – DRAFT #24-1727WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU:*** SURVEY LINK: www.surveymonkey.com/r/8B6VY2G ***The Municipality of Temagami is seeking public input on a proposed by-law that would introduce a permit system for the placement of personal property, such as trailers, boats, and recreational equipment, on municipally-owned or controlled land. A public consultation - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, April 10, 2025 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-april-10-2025-630-p-m-eastern/) - Agenda: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=23900 Information Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=fefdaf7d-ac22-4d86-af3b-7abc1f979030&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86527383074 (meeting ID: 865 2738 3074) SOME POTENTIAL TOPICS OF INTEREST TO TLA MEMBERS: Item 7.1.1: FireSmart Presentation: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=23875 Item 7.3.1: TLA Municipal Budget Requests for 2025 (with presentation from TLA President, Nicole Brooker): https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=23876 Item 8.1.2: 2025-M-076 - Municipal 2023 Financial Indicator Threshold and Profile: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=23866 Item - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates: April 3, 2024 to April 3, 2025](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-april-3-2024-to-april-3-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (April 3 2024 to April 3 2025)Download - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (March 20, 2024 to March 20, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-march-20-2024-to-march-20-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (March 20 2024 to March 20 2025)Download - [Update from March 13, 2025 Temagami Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/update-from-march-13-2025-temagami-council-meeting/) - Update from March 13 2025 Temagami Council MeetingDownload - [Cottages and Capital Gains: Free Webinar for FOCA Member Organizations](https://tla-temagami.ca/cottages-and-capital-gains-free-webinar-for-foca-member-organizations/) - Dear TLA Members: Join the Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Association (FOCA) and estate lawyer, Peter Lillico, for an exclusive, in-depth webinar on family-cottage succession-planning on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. EDT. In this session, Peter will provide a deeper dive into: how and when capital gains tax applies techniques to - [Submissions to Temagami Times (Summer 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/submissions-to-temagami-times-summer-2025/) - Please note that the submission deadline for the Summer 2025 edition of the Temagami Times is Tuesday, April 15th. All submissions are subject to editorial review. Articles should be approximately 500 to 700 words in length and in Word format. Photos/tables/graphs must be high-resolution PDF, TIFF, or JPEG images – with a minimum of 200 dpi (dots per inch) at 100%. Typically, this means file - [Inspection of 2025-2026 Annual Work Schedule for Temagami Forest](https://tla-temagami.ca/inspection-of-2025-2026-annual-work-schedule-for-temagami-forest/) - Inspection of 2025-2026 Annual Work Schedule for Temagami ForestDownload - [Deadline for Completion of TLA Member Survey: Friday, March 14, 2025](https://tla-temagami.ca/deadline-for-completion-of-tla-member-survey-friday-march-14-2025/) - This is just a reminder that the TLA Board of Directors is seeking your feedback through a short survey. The survey is comprised of only nine (9) questions, and completing it should take less than 10 minutes. Please note that the survey deadline is Friday, March 14, 2025. If you require a link to the survey, - [Municipality of Temagami: Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, March 13, 2025 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-march-13-2025-630-p-m-eastern/) - Information Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=117b82c4-9402-4a7d-aec9-e37c33a383dd&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86527383074 Topics of Interest to TLA Members: Item 7.3.1: Temagami Region Economic Development Corporation (Tredcorp) Presentation Item 9.10: Updates on Tredcorp and Joint Councils Mine Landing Ad Hoc Committee: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=22962 Item 14.1: Aquatic Invasive Species Inspection (AIS) and Decontamination Program: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=22955 - [E-Transfer Payments Now Accepted by Municipality of Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/e-transfer-payments-now-accepted-by-municipality-of-temagami/) - E-Transfer Letter from Municipality of TemagamiDownload - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (March 6, 2024 to March 6, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-march-6-2024-to-march-6-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (March 6, 2024 to March 6, 2025)Download - [In Search of Candidates for the TLA Board of Directors 2025-2026](https://tla-temagami.ca/in-search-of-candidates-for-the-tla-board-of-directors-2025-2026/) - The Lake community needs women and men who care about Lake Temagami to join the Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) Board of Directors. Qualifications Include: membership in the TLA; a desire to become involved in the activities of the Lake community; and, some time to contribute to the Association. Commitment: This is a three-year commitment and - [Reminder to Complete TLA Member Survey (sent in January 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/reminder-to-complete-tla-member-survey-sent-in-january-2025/) - Dear TLA Members, The TLA Board of Directors is seeking your feedback through a short survey – so that they can better understand member priorities. They’ve limited the length of the survey to nine questions, and completing it should take less than 10 minutes. Please note that the survey deadline is Friday, March 14, 2025. - [Temagami "Official Plan": Notice of Adoption (February 27, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-official-plan-notice-of-adoption-february-27-2025/) - Temagami Official Plan - Notice of Adoption (February 27 2025)Download - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (February 19, 2024 to February 19, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-february-19-2024-to-february-19-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (February 19, 2024 to February 19, 2025)Download - [Municipality of Temagami: Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, February 13, 2025 (N.B., Review of New Final "Official Plan") *** Revised ***](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-february-13-2025-n-b-review-of-new-final-official-plan-boat-washing-station/) - The Munipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (revised version): https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=f010675d-8b89-4b94-807e-d5bc672f1acc&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Agenda Item 7.1.2: Final Official Draft Motion: BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive the Staff Report regarding the Final Official Plan dated February 13th, 2025. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86527383074 (Meeting ID: 865 2738 3074) Information - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (February 6, 2024 to February 6, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-february-6-2024-to-february-6-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (February 6, 2024 to February 6, 2025)Download - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (January 1, 2024 to January 23, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-january-1-2024-to-january-23-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (January 1 2024 to January 23 2025)Download - [Zoom Link + Documents: Temagami "Official Plan" Final Draft Review (Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/zoom-link-documents-temagami-official-plan-final-draft-review-thursday-january-23-2025-at-630-p-m-eastern/) - Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81438409266 - [Temagami "Official Plan" Final Draft Review at Council Working Session (Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-official-plan-final-draft-review-at-council-working-session-thursday-january-23-2025-at-630-p-m/) - Meeting Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=221626f1-f3e0-4b8e-9827-c038bd849811&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Agenda Item 4.2: Temagami "Official Plan" Final Draft Review (includes Staff Report and 7 attachments) Draft Motion: BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive the Staff Report regarding the Final Official Plan dated January 21, 2025; AND FURTHER THAT Council adopt the Final Official Plan as prepared for the January 23, 2025, Council meeting - [Update from January 9, 2025 Temagami Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/update-from-january-9-2025-temagami-council-meeting/) - Update from January 9 2025 Temagami Council MeetingDownload - [Reminder: TLA Membership Renewals 2025](https://tla-temagami.ca/reminder-tla-membership-renewals-2025/) - Please remember to renew your TLA membership and property-patrol subscriptions (where applicable) in January 2025. If you've signed up for the automatic-renewal service, your credit card will be processed this week. If you require a personalized renewal form, please send a message to tla@onlink.net. Thank you! - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (January 1, 2024 to January 9, 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-january-1-2024-to-january-9-2025/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (January 1 2024 to January 9 2025)Download Lake Temagami Flow Rates (January 1 2024 to January 9 2025)Download - [Municipality of Temagami: Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-january-9-2025-at-630-p-m-eastern/) - The Munipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=22086 Meeting Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=63123aef-3413-4f7f-8487-049104cd22c4&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86527383074 - [Submissions to Temagami Times (Winter 2025)](https://tla-temagami.ca/submissions-to-temagami-times-winter-2025/) - Please note that the submission deadline for the Winter 2025 edition of the Temagami Times is Wednesday, January 15th. All submissions are subject to editorial review. Articles should be approximately 500 to 700 words in length and in Word format. Photos/tables/graphs must be high-resolution PDF, TIFF, or JPEG images – with a minimum of 200 dpi (dots per inch) at 100%. Typically, this means file sizes - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (January 1 to December 18, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-january-1-to-december-18-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (January 1 to December 19 2024)Download - [TLA Presentation at Municipality of Temagami Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, December 12, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-presentation-at-municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-december-12-2024/) - TLA President, Nicole Brooker, will be making a presentation to Temagami Municipal Council (Agenda item 7.1.1) on Thursday, December 12, 2024 – starting at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Please tune in. Agenda: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=22028 Meeting Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=0e8c82ae-b5eb-4beb-b4cc-ebe404c01ad2&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89798223877 (Meeting ID: 897 9822 3877) N.B., Agenda item 9.3 (creation of an “Ad Hoc Budget Committee” to - [Two Positions Currently Open on TLA Board of Directors](https://tla-temagami.ca/two-positions-currently-open-on-tla-board-of-directors/) - The Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) is looking to fill two vacancies on the Board of Directors. Qualifications Include: membership in the TLA; a desire to become involved in the activities of the Lake community; and, some time to contribute to the Association. Commitment: This is a three-year commitment and involves approximately one meeting per month - [Municipality of Temagami: Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-november-14-2024-at-600-p-m-eastern/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a “Regular Council Meeting” on Thursday, November 14, 2024 – *** beginning at 6:00 p.m. Eastern. *** Municipality-of-Temagami-Regular-Council-Meeting-Agenda-November-14-2024Download Information Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=510ead37-4336-4557-8544-606c992f2842&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English 2024-M-186-MHBC-Update-on-Official-Plan-Review-November-14-2024Download Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89798223877 Meeting ID: 897 9822 3877 - [REMINDER: Deadline for Comments on Draft 2 of Temagami “Official Plan” is September 30, 2024](https://tla-temagami.ca/correction-reminder-deadline-for-comments-on-draft-2-of-temagami-official-plan-is-september-30-2024/) - The deadline for submitting your comments on Draft 2 of the Municipality of Temagami’s “Official Plan” is Monday, September 30, 2024. Comments can be sent to clerk@temagami.ca or Nicole.c@temagami.ca. OP Comment Deadline – Reminder from Municipality of Temagami How to Participate: https://tla-temagami.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Temagami-Official-Plan-Notice-of-Open-House-and-Public-Meeting-on-August-22-2024.pdf Draft 2 of Temagami “Official Plan”: https://tla-temagami.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Municipality-of-Temagami-Official-Plan-Draft-2-August-2024.pdf - [Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (October 25 to 31, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-and-flow-rates-october-25-to-31-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels and Flow Rates (October 25 to 31, 2024) - [Municipality of Temagami: Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-october-10-2024-at-630-p-m-eastern/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a "Regular Council Meeting" on Thursday, October 10, 2024 - beginning at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (October 10, 2024) Information Package: pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=8857d796-2307-4166-8afb-a17853f1f9d7&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89798223877 - ["Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge" Wraps Up for 2024](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-wraps-up-for-2024/) - The "Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge" ended on September 3, 2024 and received 48 entries – 17 of which were from children. Each child participant received either a TLA or Friends of Temagami t-shirt and a $25.00 CAD cash prize. John Shymko contributed $200.00 toward these cash prizes, while the Temagami Lakes Assocation added another - [Municipality of Temagami: Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-september-12-2024-at-630-p-m-eastern/) - There will be a Regular Council Meeting for the Municipality of Temagami on Thursday, September 12, 2024 - beginning at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (September 12, 2024) Link to Full Meeting Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=ab1e3b7c-7876-4747-95d6-e356cf3f3475&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89798223877 - [Submissions to Temagami Times (Fall 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/submissions-to-temagami-times-fall-2024/) - Please note that the submission deadline for the Fall 2024 edition of the Temagami Times is Sunday, September 15th. All submissions are subject to editorial review. Articles should be approximately 500 to 700 words in length and in Word format. Photos/tables/graphs must be high-resolution PDF, TIFF, or JPEG images – with a minimum of 200 dpi (dots per inch) at 100%. Typically, this means file - [ONE MORE WEEK: "Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge" Ends on September 3, 2024](https://tla-temagami.ca/one-more-week-temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-ends-on-september-3-2024/) - Remember that the "Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge 2024" ends in one week! Please consider collecting trash that is in the water or lying on mainland or island shorelines. Great prizes will be awarded in the following categories: (a) Gift Basket from Blooms ‘N Loons for “Most Trash Collected” (b) Gift Card from Drifter’s General - [REMINDER: Temagami “Official Plan” - Notice of "Public Open House" and "Statutory Public Meeting" (Thursday, August 22, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/reminder-temagami-official-plan-notice-of-public-open-house-and-statutory-public-meeting-thursday-august-22-2024/) - The Council for the Municipality of Temagami will be holding a Public "Open House" and "Statutory Public Meeting" on Thursday, August 22, 2024 to provide an opportunity to review Draft # 2 of the proposed, new Official Plan (OP). The TEXT of Draft # 2 of the OP can also be viewed here. APPENDICES and - [Temagami "Official Plan" – Draft 2 + Public Open House and Meeting (August 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-official-plan-draft-2-public-open-house-and-meeting-august-2024/) - (i) DRAFT 2 of the Temagami "Official Plan" (August 2024) is available on the Municipal website. (ii) Appendices and tracked changes can be found at: www.temagami.ca/o_u_r_c_o_m_m_u_n_i_t_y/official_plan_review (iii) Municipality of Temagami "Official Plan" Review: Notice of PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE and STATUTORY PUBLIC MEETING on August 22, 2024 + information on: how to participate and submit comments appeal rights - [Municipality of Temagami: Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-august-8-2024-at-630-p-m-eastern/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, August 8, 2024 - starting at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (August 8, 2024) Full Meeting Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=f0505358-e7fe-46a6-aea2-584a332c99b7&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89798223877 - [Municipality of Temagami - Draft 2 of "Official Plan" (August 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-draft-2-of-official-plan-august-2024/) - (i) Draft 2 of the Temagami "Official Plan" has now been posted to the Municipal website: www.temagami.ca/common/pages/DownloadFileByUrl.aspx?key=eD3pY10Uh1%2bTEA80HXj1ssGPic0r%2biOiSL%2b2iAD8YBwVvcyECBSNjwOuoOOMk%2bx%2b4bbCoLvR1JZ0vXCu2UBaeujmE4%2bFWHdD%2bGRbRr76irsflcgoavMQSLAska717tVc9t8RQI%2bCTLpgcqAZeHtGhKTZkHIjZY3zvcTGGMkeVa0XPSI%2faL5Lc97mqXCcLRgN00gXqgFeQ9jdkVp9KABF793Eav4Agna1kYCmpGDNLLqUMvDZKSE2JD9Xc%2f1qZgemMW51%2b%2b4oM3Zeqz4sb1dsSsHQjZto32CsnXkQ6AJ3OaJzElpLzghWUzTeOeYUso0NsaAXYJm4IYn62dBJPrg9ePV3NK%2baKko963IeMUGmCiGSGTGq (ii) Appendices and tracked changes can be found at: www.temagami.ca/o_u_r_c_o_m_m_u_n_i_t_y/official_plan_review (iii) Details about the Public Open House and Statutory Public Meeting on Thursday, August 22, 2024 are outlined here: https://cdnsm5-hosted.civiclive.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_12703011/Image/Temagami%20Official%20Plan%20-%20Notice%20of%20Open%20House%20and%20Public%20Meeting%20-%2030%20July%202024.pdf (iv) Key Dates: Thursday, August 22, 2024: - [Temagami "Official Plan": Notice of Public Open House and Statutory Public Meeting (Thursday, August 22, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-official-plan-notice-of-public-open-house-and-statutory-public-meeting-thursday-august-22-2024/) - The Council for the Corporation of the Municipality of Temagami will be holding a Public Open House and Statutory Public Meeting, pursuant to Section 26(3) and Section 17(16 and 17) of the Planning Act. The purpose and intent of the Public Open House and the Statutory Public Meeting is to provide members of the - [Reminder: “Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge” 2024](https://tla-temagami.ca/reminder-temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-2024/) - The Temagami Lakes Association reminds anyone who resides on, or enjoys, Lake Temagami and other area lakes to participate in the “Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge” 2024. We encourage year-round and seasonal residents, and visitors, to seek out and collect trash that is in the water or lying on mainland or island shorelines. Great prizes - [CDC Updates Process of Dog Importation into the United States](https://tla-temagami.ca/cdc-updates-process-of-dog-importation-into-the-united-states/) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has clarified and simplified the process for bringing dogs into the United States from rabies-free and low-risk dog rabies countries. The CDC aims to protect the health of U.S. communities and animals and prevent the re-introduction of dog rabies to the United States. Further information can - [Municipality of Temagami - Draft Budget Discussion at Council Working Session (Thursday, July 25, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-draft-budget-discussion-at-council-working-session-thursday-july-25-2024/) - Temagami Municipal Council will hold a Working Session on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. One of the topics of discussion is the 2024 DRAFT BUDGET. Municipality of Temagami Council Working Session - Agenda (July 25, 2024) Municipality of Temagami Council Working Session - Information Package (July 25, 2024) The Zoom link - [New U.S. Border Transportation Regulations for Dogs](https://tla-temagami.ca/new-u-s-border-transportation-regulations-for-dogs/) - Starting on August 1, 2024, dogs entering or returning to the United States must meet new, specific requirements from the CDC – depending on where they have been in the 6 months before entering the U.S. and where they received their rabies vaccinations (if required). Here are links for further information: www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/enter-the-us.html www.wormsandgermsblog.com/2024/05/articles/animals/dogs/new-us-dog-importation-rules - [Theft of Car Licence Plates](https://tla-temagami.ca/theft-of-car-licence-plates/) - A couple of TLA members have reported that their car licence plates were stolen while their vehicles were in the parking areas at the end of the Lake Temagami Access Road. The thefts were subsequently reported to the Ontario Provincial Police. We suggest that you check your vehicle carefully to ensure that the licence - [Municipality of Temagami: Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-july-11-2024-at-630-p-m/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a "Regular Council Meeting" on Thursday, July 11, 2024 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (July 11, 2024) Link to Full Meeting Package (July 11, 2024): https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=fa80f3a3-5c7c-4157-8440-ffb88cf7d0d0&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link (July 11, 2024): https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89798223877 - [Municipality of Temagami: 2024 Draft Budget Commentary](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-2024-draft-budget-commentary/) - The Corporation of the Municipality of Temagami has prepared the draft budget for the upcoming year: www.temagami.ca/m_u_n_i_c_i_p_a_l_g_o_v_e_r_n_m_e_n_t/2024_d_r_a_f_t_b_u_d_g_e_t We are seeking feedback from our residents and ratepayers on several important matters, including discretionary capital items, potential tax rate changes, and area-rated charges for water, sewer, garbage, and grinder pumps. Staff and Council have worked diligently to - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (June 20 to 26, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-june-20-to-26-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (June 20 to 26, 2024) Ontario Power Generation Link for Lake Temagami Water Levels (see “Sturgeon River” under “Northeast Ontario): www.opg.com/power-generation/our-power/hydro/water-system-data-portal - [“Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge” 2024](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-2024/) - Over the years, the amount of garbage floating in the water and sitting on the shorelines of lakes in the Temagami area has increased. Of particular concern are plastics, as they can take hundreds of years to break down. They may never do so completely, but instead disintegrate into smaller and smaller pieces – - [Municipality of Temagami Council Meetings: Closed Session + Special Session on 2024 Draft Municipal Budget (June 19, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-meetings-closed-session-special-session-on-2024-draft-municipal-budget-june-19-2024/) - Temagami Council is inviting you to the following meetings on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. 1. CLOSED SESSION Time: June 19, 2024 6:30 p.m. Eastern (US and Canada) Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88560566448 2. SPECIAL SESSION ON 2024 DRAFT MUNICIPAL BUDGET Time: June 19, 2024 7:00 p.m. Eastern (US and Canada) Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89785784930 - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (June 6 to 12, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-june-6-to-12-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (June 6 to 12, 2024) Ontario Power Generation Link for Lake Temagami Water Levels (see “Sturgeon River” under “Northeast Ontario): www.opg.com/power-generation/our-power/hydro/water-system-data-portal - [TLA Headquarters Building Services (Summer 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-headquarters-building-services-summer-2024/) - The Temagami Lakes Assocation Headquarters Building will be open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays (noon to 4:00 p.m.) - starting on Saturday, June 29th and ending on Saturday, August 31, 2024. Further details about our services can be found at: TLA HQ Building Services - Summer 2024 - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:50 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-june-13-2024-at-650-p-m/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, June 13, 2024. The meeting has been set for 6:50 p.m. instead of the usual 6:30 p.m. Further details can be found at: Municipality of Temagami Regular Council Meeting - Change of Meeting Time (June 13, 2024) Municipality of Temagami Regular Council - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 30 to June 5, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-may-30-to-june-5-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 30 to June 5, 2024) Ontario Power Generation Link for Lake Temagami Water Levels (see “Sturgeon River” under “Northeast Ontario): www.opg.com/power-generation/our-power/hydro/water-system-data-portal - [Temagami Waste-Disposal Hours-of-Operation (Summer 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-waste-disposal-hours-of-operation-summer-2024/) - Temagami Waste-Disposal Hours-of-Operation (Summer 2024) - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 23 to 29, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-may-23-to-29-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 23 to 29, 2024) Ontario Power Generation Link for Lake Temagami Water Levels (see “Sturgeon River” under “Northeast Ontario): www.opg.com/power-generation/our-power/hydro/water-system-data-portal - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 16 to 22, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-may-16-to-22-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 16 to 22, 2024) Ontario Power Generation Link for Lake Temagami Water Levels (see “Sturgeon River” under “Northeast Ontario): www.opg.com/power-generation/our-power/hydro/water-system-data-portal - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 10 to 16, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-may-10-to-16-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 10 to 16, 2024) Ontario Power Generation Link for Lake Temagami Water Levels (see “Sturgeon River” under “Northeast Ontario): www.opg.com/power-generation/our-power/hydro/water-system-data-portal - [Special Temagami Council Meeting for Draft Municipal Budget (Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/special-temagami-council-meeting-for-draft-municipal-budget-monday-may-13-2024-at-630-p-m/) - A Special Council Meeting for the Municipality of Temagami has been called for tonight - Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. The purpose of the meeting is for Council to discuss the 2024 Draft Municipal Budget (Capital and Operating). The Zoom link can be found here: Special Council Meeting for Draft Municipal - [Lake Temagami: Flood Warning (April 25, 2024) + Water Levels (April 18 to 24, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-flood-watch-water-levels-apri-18-to-24-2024/) - Flood Warning - Lake Temagami (April 25, 2024) Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 18 to 24, 2024) - [Lake Temagami: Flood Warning (May 3, 2024) + Water Levels (April 26 to May 2, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-flood-watch-may-3-2024-water-levels-april-26-to-may-2-2024/) - Flood Warning - Lake Temagami (May 3, 2024) Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 26 to May 2, 2024) - [Lake Temagami: Flood Warning (May 9, 2024) + Water Levels (May 2 to 8, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-flood-warning-may-9-2024-water-levels-may-2-to-8-2024/) - Flood Warning - Lake Temagami (May 9, 2024) Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 2 to 8, 2024) Ontario Power Generation Link for Lake Temagami Water Levels (see "Sturgeon River" under "Northeast Ontario): www.opg.com/power-generation/our-power/hydro/water-system-data-portal - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-may-9-2024-at-630-p-m/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (May, 9 2024) Information Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=66c71811-9051-427c-a377-261004ec0117&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89798223877 - [Water-Level Bulletin from the Municipality of Temagami (April 25, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/water-level-bulletin-from-the-municipality-of-temagami-april-25-2024/) - Water-Level Bulletin - Municipality of Temagami (April 25, 2024) - [Information from Ontario Power Generation re: Rising Water Levels on Lake Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/information-from-ontario-power-generation-re-rising-water-levels-on-lake-temagami/) - Due to recent rainfall over the past couple of weeks, we are experiencing high rates of runoff in many areas across the region - particularly on the Sturgeon watershed. As a result, the water level on Lake Temagami has risen quickly due to high inflows, and the elevation is currently above the normal operating - [Lake Temagami Flood Watch (April 19, 2024) + Water Levels (April 12 to 18, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-flood-watch-april-19-2024-water-levels-april-12-to-18-2024/) - Lake Temagami Flood Watch (April 19, 2024) Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 12 to 18, 2024) - [Municipal Fire-Pump Subsidy 2024](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipal-fire-pump-subsidy-2024/) - The Municipality of Temagami is offering a fire-pump subsidy in 2024 to Lake Temagami residents. The $400.00 subsidies will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Further information can be found in these documents: 2024 Fire Pump Subsidy - Package 2024 Fire Pump Subsidy - Information Sheet 2024 Fire Pump Subsidy - Application and - [Break-Up Watch 2024](https://tla-temagami.ca/break-up-watch-2024/) - The TLA is continuing a 20+ year tradition of monitoring ice break-up on Lake Temagami. Warm weather and consistently-poor ice conditions this winter portend an early ice-out date for 2024. We have our stalwart team of reporters stationed in the South, Southwest, North Arms, and the Hub sharing boots-on-the-ground progress. In addition, we look - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, April 11, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-april-11-2024/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, April 11, 2024 - beginning at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Municipality of Temagami Regular Council Meeting - Agenda (April 11, 2024) Link to Complete Information Package (April 11, 2024): https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=7718e83b-01c4-435e-b7a9-eaabe5bcf818&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89798223877 - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (March 28 to April 3, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-march-28-to-april-3-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (March 28 to April 3, 2024) - [April 8, 2024 Total Solar-Eclipse Safety](https://tla-temagami.ca/april-8-2024-solar-eclipse-safety/) - April 8, 2024 Total Solar-Eclipse Safety - [Lake Temagami Access Point Transfer Station: Easter Week-End 2024](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-access-point-transfer-station-easter-week-end-2024/) - Lake Temagami Access Point Transfer Station - Easter Week-End 2024 - [Submissions to Temagami Times (Summer 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/submissions-to-temagami-times-summer-2024/) - Please note that the submission deadline for the Summer 2024 edition of the Temagami Times is Monday, April 15th. All submissions are subject to editorial review. Articles should be approximately 500 to 700 words in length and in Word format. Photos/tables/graphs must be high-resolution PDF, TIFF, or JPEG images – with a minimum of 200 dpi (dots per inch) at 100%. Typically, this - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (March 14 to 20, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-march-14-to-20-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (March 14 to 20, 2024) - [Temagami Regular Council Meeting Highlights from March 14, 2024](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-regular-council-meeting-highlights-from-march-14-2024/) - Temagami Regular Council Meeting Highlights (March 14, 2024) - [Temagami Forest - Annual Work Schedule 2024 to 2025](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-forest-annual-work-schedule-2024-to-2025/) - Temagami Forest: "Annual Work Schedule" 2024 to 2025 (Cover Letter) Temagami Forest: "Annual Work Schedule" 2024 - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, March 14, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-march-14-2024/) - A Regular Council Meeting for the Municipality of Temagami will take place on Thursday, March 14, 2024 - beginning at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Please note that Jamie Robinson (one of the Municipality's planners from MHBC) will be providing an update on the "Official Plan" (see agenda item 7.2.1). 1. Municipality of Temagami Regular Council - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (February 29 to March 6, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-february-29-to-march-6-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (February 29 to March 6, 2024) - [Nominations for TLA Board of Directors 2024](https://tla-temagami.ca/nominations-for-tla-board-of-directors-2024/) - The Lake community needs women and men who care about Lake Temagami to join the Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) Board of Directors. Qualifications Include: membership in the TLA; a desire to become involved in the activities of the Lake community; and, some time to contribute to the Association. Commitment: This is a three-year commitment - [Invasive Species Awareness Week (February 26 to March 3, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/invasive-species-awareness-week-february-26-to-march-3-2024/) - Here are some best practices for stopping the spread and propagation of invasive species. Clean off your boots/shoes after a hike to make sure you aren't carrying any plants or other living things into another environment. The same goes for your boat, trailer, and any fishing equipment. Research before you buy imported plants, and - [2024 Ice-Hut Removal News Release](https://tla-temagami.ca/2024-ice-hut-removal-news-release/) - Please review the news release from the Ontario Conservation Officers Association. Lake Temagami is in "Fisheries Management Zone" 11. 2024 Ice-Hut Removal News Release (OCOA) - [Ling Fling (Saturday, March 16, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/ling-fling-saturday-march-16-2024/) - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (February 8 to 14, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-february-8-to-14-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (February 8 to 14, 2024) - [Highlights of Municipality of Temagami Regular Council Meeting (February 8, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/highlights-of-municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-february-8-2024/) - Municipality of Temagami Regular Council Meeting - Highlights (February 8, 2024) - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (February 1 to 7, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-february-1-to-7-2024/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (February 1 to 7, 2024) - [*** 2024 Membership-Renewal Reminder for TLA Members ***](https://tla-temagami.ca/2024-membership-renewal-reminder-for-tla-members/) - If you haven't already done so, this is just a friendly reminder to please renew your 2024 TLA membership, as soon as possible. Generic renewal forms can be found at: https://tla-temagami.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2024-TLA-Membership-Form-Times-and-Online-Version.pdf Please contact Linda at tla@onlink.net if you want a copy of your personalized form - or if have any questions. If you're not - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, February 8, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-february-8-2024/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, February 8, 2024 - beginning at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda Information Package Please note that the Zoom link has not yet been posted. Check back shortly at: www.temagami.ca/m_u_n_i_c_i_p_a_l_g_o_v_e_r_n_m_e_n_t/mayor_and_council/council_meetings - [Lake Temagami Access Point Transfer Station - Winter Hours (as of February 1, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-access-point-transfer-station-winter-hours-as-of-february-1-2024/) - Lake Temagami Access Point Transfer Station - Winter Hours (as of February 1, 2024) - [Ice Safety Information 2024 - from Ontario Conservation Officers Association](https://tla-temagami.ca/ice-safety-information-2024-from-ontario-conservation-officers-association/) - Ice Safety Information 2024 (from OCOA) - [Message From Temagami Mayor Dan O'Mara (January 9, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/message-from-temagami-mayor-dan-omara-january-9-2024/) - Message From Mayor (January 9, 2024) - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, January 11, 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-january-11-2024/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (January 11, 2024) Information Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=3613dc97-dffa-4ca3-b83a-6b79aee27778&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89798223877 - [Submissions to Temagami Times (Winter 2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/submissions-to-temagami-times-winter-2024/) - Please note that the submission deadline for the Winter 2024 edition of the Temagami Times is Monday, January 15th. Articles should be approximately 500 to 700 words in length and in Word format. Photos/tables/graphs must be high-resolution PDF, TIFF, or JPEG images – with a minimum of 200 dpi (dots per inch) at 100%. Typically, this means file - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (December 14, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-december-14-2023/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, December 14, 2023 - beginning at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (December 14, 2023) Link to Information Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=9ba8358f-90e1-42f2-96f5-2ffc2e36a391&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English A Zoom link has not been provided, so if you wish to attend the meeting remotely, please contact the Municipal Clerk for the link - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (November 30 to December 6, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-november-30-to-december-6-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (November 30 to December 6, 2023) - [Please Consider Joining the Temagami Lakes Association](https://tla-temagami.ca/please-consider-joining-the-temagami-lakes-association/) - If you’ve never been a member, haven’t renewed your membership in a while, or are family of someone who is currently a member, please consider joining the Temagami Lakes Association (TLA). BENEFITS OF TLA MEMBERSHIP (2024) Property Patrols: Service A (Spring and Fall): $70.00 Service B (January and March): $70.00 Service C (January, March, - [Lake Temagami Access Point Transfer Station - Holiday Hours 2023](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-access-point-transfer-station-holiday-hours-2023/) - Lake Temagami Access Point Transfer Station - Holiday Hours 2023 - [Survey for Lake Temagami Waste-Transfer Station - WINTER 2024 Hours](https://tla-temagami.ca/survey-for-lake-temagami-waste-transfer-station-winter-2024-hours/) - If you'll be using the Lake Temagami Waste-Transfer Station in the Winter of 2024, please take a couple of minutes to provide feedback on the proposed operating hours that will be starting on January 8, 2024. Your input can be provided through completion of the following survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/5RK9XVW - [Municipality of Temagami - Notes from November 9, 2023 Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notes-from-november-9-2023-council-meeting/) - Notes From November 9, 2023 Council Meeting - [Municipality of Temagami "Working Session" (Thursday, November 23, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-working-session-thursday-november-23-2023/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Council "Working Session" on Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (November 23, 2023) Information Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=10a66085-83e3-47de-96ca-19cb8a7a599e&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83529011254 - [Recording of TLA Virtual AGM 2023](https://tla-temagami.ca/recording-of-tla-virtual-agm-2023/) - Dear TLA Members: If you missed the virtual TLA "Annual General Meeting" on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 and would like a link to the recording, please send a request to tla@onlink.net. The recording will be available until January 15, 2024. - [Temagami Lakes Association "Annual General Meeting" (Tuesday, November 14, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-lakes-association-annual-general-meeting-tuesday-november-14-2023/) - Dear TLA Members: Don't forget that the Temagami Lakes Association "Annual General Meeting" is tomorrow - Tuesday, November 14, 2023 - beginning at 7:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda for 92nd TLA AGM (Tuesday, November 14, 2023) Minutes of the TLA Virtual AGM 2022 - Draft If you can't join us, please scan and e-mail a - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (November 2 to 8, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-november-2-to-8-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (November 2 to 8, 2023) - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, November 9, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-november-9-2023/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, November 9, 2023 (6:30 p.m. Eastern). Agenda (November 9, 2023) Information Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=bdbfae3d-1204-433c-b82c-f9f72958ce69&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84827207354 - [Filing Deadline Extended for Underused Housing Tax](https://tla-temagami.ca/filing-deadline-extended-for-underused-housing-tax/) - Residential property owners that are affected by the Underused Housing Tax (UHT) have until April 30, 2024, to file their returns for the 2022 calendar year without being charged penalties or interest. Determine if you are an affected owner (including some Canadians) at: http://www.canada.ca/en/services/taxes/excise-taxes-duties-and-levies/underused-housing-tax/who-file-pay.html#determine Further details on the UHT can be found at: www.canada.ca/en/services/taxes/excise-taxes-duties-and-levies/underused-housing-tax.html - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (October 19 to 25, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-october-19-to-25-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (October 19 to 25, 2023) - [Special Council Meeting (October 24, 2023) + Council Working Session (October 26, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/special-council-meeting-october-24-2023-council-working-session-october-26-2023/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a "Special Council Meeting" on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Agenda (October 24, 2023) Information Package (October 24, 2023) Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84021706406 ************************************************************ The Municipality of Temagami will also hold a "Council Working Session" on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Please note that agenda - [Seeking Ad Hoc Committee Volunteers for: Lake Temagami Waste-Transfer Station + Mine Landing Parking Stall Administration](https://tla-temagami.ca/seeking-ad-hoc-commitee-volunteers-for-lake-temagami-waste-transfer-station-mine-landing-parking-stall-administration/) - The Corporation of the Municipality of Temagami is receiving applications from residents who are willing to serve on the Ad Hoc Committee for the Lake Temagami Waste-Transfer Station. The Municipality is seeking: Two (2) Permanent Residents of Lake Temagami Two (2) Seasonal Residents of Lake Temagami Two (2) Members of the Temagami First Nation - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (October 5 to 11, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-october-5-to-11-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (October 5 to 11, 2023) - [Municipality of Temagami Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-october-12-2023-at-630-p-m/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Please note that agenda Item 9.6 will focus on an Ad Hoc Committee for the Lake Temagami Waste Transfer Station. Draft Motion: "BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the advertisement for Ad Hoc committee members and - [Update to Temagami Waste-Disposal Hours (September 28, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/update-to-temagami-waste-disposal-hours-september-28-2023/) - Update to Temagami Waste-Disposal Hours (September 28, 2023) - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (September 21 to 27, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-september-21-to-27-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (September 21 to 27, 2023) - [Municipality of Temagami - "Working Session" (Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-working-session-thursday-september-28-2023-at-630-p-m-eastern/) - The Municipality of Temagami will be holding a "Working Session" on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Please note that Item 6.1 on the agenda will focus on bringing feedback from the waste survey to the group for further recommendations. Agenda (September 28, 2023) Information Package (September 28, 2023) Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84958614805 - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-september-14-2023-at-630-p-m/) - The Municipality of Temagami will be holding a "Regular Council Meeting" on Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. *** Please note that Council will receive the registered delegation from Lorie Hunter and TLA member, Daniel Buckles, regarding the Lake Temagami Waste Transfer Station (Agenda item 7.3.1). *** Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84827207354 Regular Council - ["Special Council Meeting" to Fill Vacant Seat (Monday, September 11, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/special-council-meeting-to-fill-vacant-seat-thursday-september-7-2023/) - A Message to Council: The Temagami Municipal Council is meeting on Monday, September 11th to fill the position vacated by Barret Leudke. Further details (including Zoom login information) will be posted as they become available on the Municipal website. At least one of the applicants is a Lake Temagami seasonal resident … Andrew Zyp Occupation: - [“Special Council Meeting” to Fill Councillor Vacancy (Monday, September 11, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/special-council-meeting-to-fill-councillor-vacancy-monday-september-11-2023-at-630-p-m-eastern/) - The Municipality of Temagami will be holding a “Special Council Meeting” to fill the Councillor vacancy on Monday, September 11, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86938140749 Agenda (September 11, 2023) Full Information Package (September 11, 2023) - ["Special Council Meeting" Date Changed to Monday, September 11, 2023](https://tla-temagami.ca/special-council-meeting-date-changed-to-monday-september-11-2023/) - The Temagami Municipal Council meeting that was originally scheduled for tonight has been postponed to Monday, September 11, 2023. This meeting will focus on filling the Council seat vacated by Barret Leudke. Further details (including Zoom login information) will be posted as they become available on the Municipal website. - [Petition to Council to Reinstate 24/7 Waste-Disposal Service on Lake Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/petition-to-council-to-reinstate-24-7-waste-disposal-service-on-lake-temagami/) - Please consider signing the petition addressed to Temagami Municipal Council calling for reinstatement of a 24/7 waste-disposal service on Lake Temagami. Here is the link, which includes detailed background information: https://chng.it/rSQk9mgKQZ Note that NO donations are required (just skip the donation request). Also, no other petitions need to be signed. Once you've signed the - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (August 24 to 30, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-august-24-to-30-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (August 24 to 30, 2023) - ["Lake Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge" 2023: Category Winners](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-2023-category-winners/) - The “Lake Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge” 2023 received 45 entries - 34 of which were in the categories below. We really appreciate the time and effort put forth by everyone who entered our challenge! A big "Thank You" is also extended to the following local businesses and organizations who generously donated these awesome prizes: - ["Lake Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge" 2023: Children's Category Winners](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-2023-childrens-category-winners/) - The "Lake Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge" 2023 went very well. 11 of the 45 entries were in the "Children's" category. We very much appreciated the time and effort devoted to this challenge by these amazing young people. Cash prizes were awarded to all of the children who participated. We would like to thank John - [Submissions to Temagami Times (Fall 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/submissions-to-temagami-times-fall-2023/) - Please note that the submission deadline for the Fall 2023 edition of the Temagami Times is Friday, September 15th. Articles are typically 500 to 700 words in length and should be in Word format. Any photos/tables/graphs must be high-resolution PDF, TIFF, or JPEG images – with a minimum of 200 dpi (dots per inch) at 100%. Typically, this means - [Municipality of Temagami - Notes from August 10, 2023 Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notes-from-august-10-2023-council-meeting/) - Municipality of Temagami - Notes From August 10, 2023 Council Meeting - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, August 10, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-august-10-2023/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a "Regular Council Meeting" on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (August 10, 2023) Information package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1c98a45d-ecdd-4394-b222-8078dc5c549d&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84827207354 - ["Lake Temagami Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge": Kids-Only Prizes + Extension to Deadline](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-kids-only-prizes-extension-to-deadline/) - Please tell your young kids and grandkids that they have a great shot at $50 cash. We have 5 new “Kids-Only” shoreline clean-up prizes … It’s easy money! To qualify, kids must pick up some trash on any shoreline in Temagami and send a photo to tla@onlink.net. Contestants must be 14 years-of-age or younger. - [Temagami Region Economic Development Corporation - Expressions of Interest for Board of Directors](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-region-economic-development-corporation-expressions-of-interest-for-board-of-directors/) - The Temagami Region Economic Development Corporation (Tredcorp) is seeking expressions of interest from people who are interested in serving on its Board of Directors. The deadline for applications is FRIDAY, August 11, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. (N.B., It’s listed incorrectly in the ad as a Tuesday). Further details can be found at: Temagami Region Economic - [Municipality of Temagami - Councillor Vacancy 2023](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-councillor-vacancy-2023/) - The Municipality of Temagami is seeking to fill one (1) vacant Councillor position for the remainder of the 2022-2026 term of office. The vacant Councillor position will be filled by appointment by way of application, and as a result, no formal election or public vote will be conducted. Council is inviting those interested to - [July 12, 2023 Fire at Langskib](https://tla-temagami.ca/july-12-2023-fire-at-langskib/) - by Brit Hyde, Island 1248 and 1245 Just before 7:00 p.m. on July 12, a large plume of dark black smoke was visible from Whitefish Bay. Unsure of the source, my nephew Greg, his fianceé Madison, and I jumped in a skiff and raced towards Sharp Rock, through the upper narrows, and toward the - [TLA Headquarters Building Services – Summer 2023](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-headquarters-building-services-summer-2023/) - In the summer of 2023, the TLA Headquarters Building will be open from Thursday, June 29th to Thursday, August 31st – as follows: Tuesdays: noon to 4:00 p.m. Thursdays: noon to 4:00 p.m. Saturdays: noon to 4:00 p.m. A number of other amenities will also be offered: daily, VHF, marine-radio announcements on Channel 68 during - [Summer BBQ for TLA Members (Saturday, July 22, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/summer-bbq-for-tla-members-saturday-july-22-2023/) - The TLA BBQ offers lunch with friends, plus an opportunity to research the history of your island. What could be better than that on a beautiful Saturday in Temagami! The TLA "Archives Committee" has located the "Timagami Islands" (doomsday) book - the Ministry of Natural Resouces record of property ownership on Lake Temagami. This - [Notes from July 13, 2023 Temagami Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/notes-from-july-13-2023-temagami-council-meeting/) - Municipality of Temagami - Notes From July 13, 2023 Council Meeting - [“Adopt a Campsite” Program 2023](https://tla-temagami.ca/adopt-a-campsite-program-2023/) - The Temagami Lakes Association has partnered with Friends of Temagami (FoT) on an important project. FoT built 14 thunderboxes specifically for Lake Temagami, as part of their initiative to install 30 to 40 of these design wonders across the region in 2023. The thunderboxes have been delivered to the TLA Headquarters Building as prefabricated - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, July 13, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-july-13-2023/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, July 13, 2023 - starting at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (July 13, 2023) Link to complete information package: pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=15758d76-72f5-4c53-b685-082055a5b79e&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84827207354 - [REMINDER TO TLA MEMBERS: Summer BBQ (Saturday, July 22, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/reminder-to-tla-members-summer-bbq-saturday-july-22-2023/) - Please join us for the 2023 TLA Summer BBQ. Here are the details: Date: Saturday, July 22, 2023 (rain date: Sunday, July 23rd) Time: Noon to 2:30 p.m. Location: TLA Headquarters Building front lawn Boat Docking: TLA docks and Manitou Landing docks Food: BBQ fare – including vegetarian options + non-alcoholic drinks BYOC: “Bring Your Own Chairs” Special Guests Information - [The Lake Temagami “Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge” 2023 Has Begun …](https://tla-temagami.ca/the-lake-temagami-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-2023-has-begun/) - To participate, all you have to do is … Pick up junk on the Lake Temagami shoreline or in the lake. Take a photo, and e-mail it to tla@onlink.net. Dispose of the junk appropriately. Prizes will be awarded in these 6 categories: most trash picked up (by weight or volume) the most unique item - [Update to Temagami Waste-Disposal Hours (Starting on July 2, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/update-to-temagami-waste-disposal-hours-starting-on-july-2-2023/) - Based on the recent Transfer Station Survey results, the Municipality of Temagami is making additional changes to the Waste Transfer Station hours at the Lake Temagami Access Point and the Town Welcome Centre. Please see the attached hours. These hours will commence on Sunday, July 2, 2023. The survey will be ongoing, and they - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (June 23 to 29, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-june-23-to-29-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (June 23 to 29, 2023) - [Forest-Fire and Smoke-Condition Information for Ontario](https://tla-temagami.ca/forest-fire-and-smoke-condition-information-for-ontario/) - Dear TLA Members: The following websites provide information about forest fires and smoke conditions in Ontario: Air Quality Health Index for Ontario: www.airqualityontario.com/aqhi/index.php FireSmoke Canada: https://firesmoke.ca Ontario Forest Fire Information Map: www.lioapplications.lrc.gov.on.ca/ForestFireInformationMap/index.html?viewer=FFIM.FFIM - [TLA "Town Hall": Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 8:30 p.m. Eastern](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-town-hall-thursday-june-8-2023-at-830-p-m-eastern/) - Greetings, TLA Members: The next in our (occasional) series of virtual “Town Halls” will be held THIS THURSDAY, JUNE 8th, at 8:30 PM Eastern. This time, we will focus on eco-tourism businesses operating on the Lake and their efforts to responsibly conserve the Temagami experience and contribute to the local economy. Our panelists will - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 25 to 31, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-may-23-to-31-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 25 to 31, 2023) - [MNRF Restricted Fire Zone in the Northeast Region (as of June 1, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/mnrf-restricted-fire-zone-in-the-northeast-region-as-of-june-1-2023/) - Ontario's Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) has implemented a Restricted Fire Zone (RFZ) as of 12:01 a.m. Eastern on Thursday, June 1st. A RFZ is an order made by the Ministry to restrict the use of open fires in a specific area of the province. It is a temporary measure put in - [Temagami Lakes Association “Shoreline Clean-Up Challenge” 2023](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-lakes-association-shoreline-clean-up-challenge-2023/) - Over the years, the amount of garbage floating in Lake Temagami’s waters and sitting on its shorelines has increased. Of particular concern are plastics, as they can take hundreds of years to break down. They may never do so completely, but instead disintegrate into smaller and smaller pieces – which can have negative impacts - [Waste Disposal Hours of Operation 2023: Victoria Day Week-End to Thanksgiving Week-End](https://tla-temagami.ca/waste-disposal-hours-of-operation-2023-victoria-day-week-end-to-thanksgiving-week-end/) - The Municipality of Temagami has just released it's Seasonal Waste Disposal Hours of Operation (2023) - which are in effect from the Victoria Day long week-end to the Thanksgiving long week-end. Here are the hours that will affect Lake Temagami seasonal and permanent residents: LAKE TEMAGAMI ACCESS POINT TRANSFER STATION: Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 18 to 24, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-may-18-to-24-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 18 to 24, 2023) - [Municipality of Temagami - Council "Working Session" (Thursday, May 25, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-may-25-2023/) - The Temagami Municipal Council has scheduled a “working session” on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Municipality of Temagami Working Session - Agenda (May 25, 2023) Municipality of Temagami Working Session - Information Package (May 25, 2023) Agenda items 6.1 and 6.2 contain public feedback (and staff comments) regarding the budget and the - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 11 to 17, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-may-11-to-17-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 11 to 17, 2023) - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 5 to 11, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-may-5-to-11-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 5 to 11, 2023) - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, May 11, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-may-11-2023-at-630-p-m-eastern/) - A Regular Council Meeting will be held for the Municipality of Temagami on Thursday, May 11, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (May 11, 2023) Link to Complete Information Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=18226 Comments on "Municipal Budget" and "Lake Temagami Waste-Management Proposal" can be found at: Municipality of Temagami Regular Council Meeting - Information Package Excerpts - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 27 to May 3, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-april-27-to-may-3-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 27 to May 3, 2023) - [Lake Temagami Break-Up Watch 2023](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-break-up-watch-2023/) - Follow along on the TLA website for reports on the progression of ice break-up on Lake Temagami for the 2023 season at: https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/water-issues. - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 20 to 26, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-april-20-to-26-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 20 to 26, 2023) - [Lake Temagami Waste Management Proposal (April 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-waste-management-proposal-april-2023/) - You are invited to review the Municipality of Temagami's "Lake Temagami Waste Management Proposal (April 2023)", which was received on Monday, April 24th. In this proposal, you will find that some significant changes are being proposed for 2023. This includes a reduction in operating hours for the Lake Temagami Access Point Transfer Station from - [Municipality of Temagami - Council "Working Session" (Thursday, April 27, 2023) at 6:30 p.m.](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-working-session-thursday-april-27-2023-at-630-p-m/) - There will be a Municipality of Temagami Council "Working Session" on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. We wish to draw your attention to sections of agenda item 5.6 regarding Crown lands. The proposed items of concern are on page 270 of 281 (“Phase 2 of the Temagami South Residential Expansion Area”) - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 13 to 19, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-april-13-to-19-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 13 to 19, 2023) - [Highway 11 Construction Activities and Traffic Impacts (Monday, April 24, 2023 to Friday, July 21, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/highway-11-construction-activities-and-traffic-impacts-monday-april-24-2023-to-friday-july-21-2023/) - The northbound and southbound lanes on Highway 11 - approximately 22.6 km north of the Highway 64 Junction near Hornet Lake (just north of Gramp's Place) - will be impacted by construction from Monday, April 24, 2023 to Friday, July 21, 2023. This will involve the completion of rock-slope remediation (including rock blasting), grading/drainage, - [Municipality of Temagami - SPECIAL Council Meeting (Thursday, April 20, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-special-council-meeting-thursday-april-20-2023/) - A SPECIAL Council Meeting has been called by the Municipality of Temagami for: Thursday, April 20, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. THE PURPOSE of this Special Meeting of Council is to further discuss the 2023 Municipal Budget. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89127413236 - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 6 to 12, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-april-6-to-12-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 6 to 12, 2023) - [Municipality of Temagami - Notes from April 13, 2023 Regular Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notes-from-april-13-2023-regular-council-meeting/) - Municipality of Temagami - Notes From April 13, 2023 Council Meeting - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (April 13, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-april-13-2023/) - A regular Council meeting for the Municipality of Temagami will take place on Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda (April 13, 2023) Information Package (April 13, 2023) Zoom Link: http://us06web.zoom.us/j/84827207354 - [Municipality of Temagami - SPECIAL Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-special-council-meeting/) - Please note the “Special” Council meeting that has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 12 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. The purpose of this meeting is to further discuss the 2023 Municipal Budget, including the Waste Transfer Station Proposal (see pages 1 of 45 to 9 of 45 in the “Meeting Package"). Special Council Meeting - - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (March 24 to 30, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-march-24-to-30-2023/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (March 24 to 30, 2023) - [Underused Housing Tax (UHT) Penalties and Interest Waived (CRA Update from March 27, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/underused-housing-tax-uht-penalties-and-interest-waived-cra-update-from-march-27-2023/) - Dear TLA Members from the USA, UK, Germany, and Australia, As a Lake Temagami property owner, you are most likely exempt from paying the UHT. A substantial fine can, however, be applied if your UHT form is not filed on time. The good news is that the Canada Revenue Agency recently decided not to - [Comments on Revised Amendments to Ontario Regulation 161/17 Regarding Floating Accommodations](https://tla-temagami.ca/comments-on-revised-amendments-to-ontario-regulation-161-17-regarding-floating-accommodations/) - Amendments to Ontario Regulation 161/17 under the Public Lands Act (initially proposed by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry on February 24, 2023) – which clarified the types of accommodation units that could be used to camp on water over public land, and the conditions that must be met when doing so – - [Temagami Forest: Annual Work Schedule 2023-2024](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-forest-annual-work-schedule-2023-2024/) - Temagami Forest Annual Work Schedule 2023-2024 - Cover Letter Temagami Forest Annual Work Schedule 2023-2024 - Detailed Information - [Ontario Government Proposes Tightening Restrictions for Floating Accommodations](https://tla-temagami.ca/ontario-government-proposes-tightening-restrictions-for-floating-accommodations/) - Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) is asking the public to weigh in on proposed changes to how floating accommodations should be used on the province’s waterways. The Ministry said that it’s seen an increase in the types of vessels being used for overnight accommodation, including floating structures that resemble cottages buoyed - [Update on the "Underused Housing Tax" for Non-Canadian Property Owners in the Temagami Area](https://tla-temagami.ca/update-on-the-underused-housing-tax-for-non-canadian-property-owners-in-the-temagami-area/) - For Non-Canadian Property Owners: Below is an update on the “Individual Tax Number” (ITN) and “Underused Housing Tax” (UHT) filing requirements received from a representative of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Temagami cottage properties seem to be in a tax-exempt area. This can be determined by entering the P0H2H0 postal code (with no space) - [Municipality of Temagami Regular Council Meeting: March 9, 2023 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-march-9-2023-630-p-m-eastern/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84902839981 Agenda Summary Full Meeting Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=18111 - [Underused Housing Tax: Important Information for Non-Canadian Property Owners + April 30th Filing Deadline](https://tla-temagami.ca/underused-housing-tax-important-information-for-non-canadian-property-owners-april-30th-filing-deadline/) - There is some new and important information about the “Underused Housing Tax” (UHT), as first reported in the Fall 2022 edition of the Temagami Times (see page 22). This tax applies only to non-Canadian property owners. Non-Canadian property owners on Lake Temagami should be exempt from paying the UHT, as their cottage properties are - [Notes from February 9, 2023 Municipal Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/notes-from-february-9-2023-municipal-council-meeting/) - Notes From February 9, 2023 Municipality of Temagami Council Meeting - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, February 9, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-february-9-2023/) - There will be a Regular Council meeting on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda Summary Link to Full Agenda: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/?Year=2023 Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88900384282 Regular Council Meetings for March to December 2023: - second Thursday of the month March 9, 2023 April 13, 2023 May 11, 2023 June 8, 2023 July 13, - [Municipality of Temagami: Job Posting for Municipal Clerk (2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-job-posting-for-municipal-clerk-2023/) - The Municipality of Temagami has an opening for a "Municipal Clerk". Qualified candidates are invited to submit a detailed resume no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, February 6, 2023 (see details below). Municipal Clerk - Job Advertisement (2023) Municipal Clerk - Job Description (2022) - [Message from Mayor O'Mara (January 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/message-from-mayor-omara-january-2023/) - Message from Mayor O'Mara (January 2023) - [Municipality of Temagami - Notes From January 12, 2023 Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notes-from-january-12-2023-council-meeting/) - Municipality of Temagami - Notes From January 12, 2023 Council Meeting - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, January 12, 2023)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-january-12-2023/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a regular Council meeting on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89243871720 Agenda Summary (January 12, 2023) Agenda Package (January 12, 2023) - [Submissions to Winter 2023 Edition of the Temagami Times](https://tla-temagami.ca/submissions-to-winter-2023-edition-of-the-temagami-times/) - If you are a seasonal or year-round resident of the Temagami area, we invite you to consider making a submission to the upcoming Winter 2023 edition of the Temagami Times newspaper. Please share your experiences, events, and/or Lake history. The deadline is Sunday, January 15th, and all submissions are subject to editorial review. If you - [Municipality of Temagami - Notes from December 13, 2022 Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notes-from-december-13-2022-council-meeting/) - Notes from December 13, 2022 Council Meeting - [Municipality of Temagami - Council Meeting Documents for December 13, 2022](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-council-meeting-documents-for-december-13-2022/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82984804384 Agenda Summary (December 13, 2022) Agenda Package (December 13, 2022) - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Tuesday, December 13, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-tuesday-december-13-2022/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82984804384 When available, the information package for the Council Meeting can be found at: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/?Year=2022 - [Update From Leepfrog Telecom Ltd. on Broadband Service for Lake Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/update-from-leepfrog-telecom-ltd-on-broadband-service-for-lake-temagami/) - Here is an update from Leepfrog Telecom Ltd. (www.leepfrogtelecom.com) on the status of the broadband on Lake Temagami. Completing the project was quite a task due to supply-chain issues that have plagued so many parts of the economy. As of mid-October, Leepfrog has connected residents on over 15 islands. They will now be in a - [Municipality of Temagami - Notes from November 10, 2022 Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notes-from-november-10-2022-council-meeting/) - Municipality of Temagami - Notes from November 10, 2022 Council Meeting - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, November 10, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-november-10-2022/) - Please note that the Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87568963887 Agenda Summary (November 10, 2022) Agenda Package (November 10, 2022) - [Municipality of Temagami - Certified Election Results 2022](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-certified-election-results-2022/) - The results of the 2022 election for the Municipality of Temagami can be found here: Municipality of Temagami - Certified Election Results 2022 Congratulations to the Mayor, and to the Councillors elected for the 2022 to 2026 term. - [Volunteers Required to Sit on "Committee of Adjustment" for Municipality of Temagami (2022-2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/volunteers-required-to-sit-on-committee-of-adjustment-for-municipality-of-temagami-2022-2026/) - The Municipality of Temagami is seeking volunteers to sit on its "Committee of Adjustment" (COA). The COA is a quasi-judicial body appointed by Municipal Council. The Committee hears and makes decisions on "Minor Variance" and "Consent" applications. Members will be appointed to the Committee for the duration of the upcoming four-year Council term (to - [Further 2022 Municipal Candidate Responses to TLA Questions](https://tla-temagami.ca/further-2022-municipal-candidate-responses-to-tla-questions/) - Here are video recordings from 2022 Candidate, Jo-Anne Platts: Response to question 1: www.dropbox.com/s/iqu28mpzk1t01es/TLA%20Q1%20Sustainable%20Economy%20J%20Platts.mp4?dl=0 Response to question 2: www.dropbox.com/s/5rzr7nlvzeyblsf/TLA%20Q2%20Water%20Quality%20J%20Platts.mp4?dl=0 Response to question 3: www.dropbox.com/s/94fas730uhmztmr/TLA%20Q3%20Relationships%20%20J%20Platts.mp4?dl=0 Response to question 4: www.dropbox.com/s/bknln6bh32n11gh/TLA%20Q4%20Development%20J%20Platts.mp4?dl=0 Response to question 5: www.dropbox.com/s/lvc4dqp54lk0fms/TLA%20Q5%20Accomplishment%20J%20Platts.mp4?dl=0 - [Mail-In Ballots for Temagami Municipal Election](https://tla-temagami.ca/mail-in-ballots-for-temagami-municipal-election/) - Just a reminder that mail-in ballots for the Temagami Municipal Election must be post marked by Thursday, October 13th to guarantee delivery by Canada Post by Monday, October 24th. Ballots can be mailed to the Municipality after October 13th - but delivery is not guaranteed. Ballots can also be dropped off in person at - [More 2022 Municipal Candidate Responses to TLA Questions](https://tla-temagami.ca/more-2022-municipal-candidate-responses-to-tla-questions/) - Please find the audio recording from 2022 Candidate, Bob Mills, at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=h731y8a3_bs Also, here are the reponses from October 6th "All-Candidates Night" to the following question: What is your position regarding mainland development on Lake Temagami? www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4kUaYegNew - [2022 Municipal Candidate Responses to TLA Questions](https://tla-temagami.ca/2022-municipal-candidate-responses-to-tla-questions/) - Good Morning: Here is a 2022 Municipal Election Update from TLA President, Paul Tamburro. Carol Lowery 2022 Candidate Video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1itII3EdW64 Wendell Gustavson 2022 Submission: Wendell Gustavson Responses Margaret Youngs 2022 Submission: Margaret Youngs 2022 Candidate Due to the poor sound quality for her introductory comments at the "All Candidates Night on October 6th, Jo-Anne Platts - [Recordings from "All-Candidates Night" (October 6, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/recordings-from-all-candidates-night-october-6-2022/) - For those who missed the October 6th "All-Candidates Night" (hosted by the Temagami and District Chamber of Commerce) ... It was recorded in two parts on Facebook Live: 1. www.facebook.com/temagamichamber/videos/682429039491785 2. www.facebook.com/temagamichamber/videos/5582992268461262 Candidates spoke in alphabetical order (and reverse alphabetical order), according to the following list from the Municipal website: https://temagami.hosted.civiclive.com/m_u_n_i_c_i_p_a_l_g_o_v_e_r_n_m_e_n_t/election/meet_the_candidates_elections_2022 Happy Thanksgiving! - [REMINDER: Temagami All-Candidates Night (Thursday, October 6, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/reminder-temagami-all-candidates-night-thursday-october-6-2022/) - An “All-Candidates Night” for the Municipality of Temagami will take place on Thursday, October 6, 2022 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern (Canada and US). Further event details are included in the poster below: You may attend in person – upstairs at the Arena (100 Spruce Drive, Temagami, ON). Other options include: Facebook Live: www.facebook.com/temagamichamber Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84716760491 - [Candidate Information for Temagami Municipal Election 2022](https://tla-temagami.ca/candidate-information-for-temagami-municipal-election-2022/) - Here are the Temagami Council candidate brochures that have been received to date for the upcoming Municipal election: Temagami Municipal Election 2022 - Carol Lowery Temagami Municipal Election 2022 - Jo-Anne Platts Temagami Municipal Election 2022 - Margaret Youngs Please keep an eye out for videos from the Council candidates. We hope to have - [Temagami Community Foundation's "Temagami Comes to the City" Event (Thursday, November 3, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-community-foundations-temagami-comes-to-the-city-event-thursday-november-3-2022/) - "Temagami Comes to the City 2022" is the Temagami Community Foundation's fun-filled evening to support the arts, culture, and educational opportunities in the Temagami area (see event poster). Further details can also be found on the Temagami Community Foundation website at: www.temagamicommunityfoundation.com/temagami-comes-to-the-city-2022 - [Temagami All-Candidates Night (Thursday, October 6, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-all-candidates-night-thursday-october-6-2022/) - An "All-Candidates Night" for the Municipality of Temagami will take place on Thursday, October 6, 2022 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern (Canada and US). Further event details are included in the poster below: You may attend in person - upstairs at the Arena (100 Spruce Drive, Temagami, ON). Other options include: Facebook - [Municipality of Temagami - Notes from September 14, 2022 Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notes-from-september-14-2022-council-meeting/) - Here are the notes from the September 14, 2022 Municipal Council meeting. - [Municipality of Temagami Regular Council Meeting - Postponed to Wednesday, September 14, 2022](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-postponed-to-wednesday-september-14-2022/) - The Council Meeting that was scheduled for Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. has been POSTPONED TO WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. THe meeting will be in person at Council Chambers or via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88440185332 - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, September 8, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-september-8-2022/) - A Regular Council Meeting will be held on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Where: Council Chambers and via Zoom (Hybrid Meeting) Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88440185332 Agenda Summary (September 8, 2022) The complete Agenda Package can be found at: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=17611 - [Public Notice: Lake Temagami Aerial Survey](https://tla-temagami.ca/public-notice-lake-temagami-aerial-survey/) - Around the date of September 15, 2022, Dynamic Discovery Geoscience will be conducting an airborne survey over Lake Temagami. A low-level helicopter will be flying to capture an Airborne High-Resolution Magnetic Survey, in 50-meter-spacing flight lines. The area in which the flight will be conducted will be from the East end of Temagami Island - [Submissions to Fall 2022 Edition of the Temagami Times](https://tla-temagami.ca/submission-to-fall-2022-edition-of-the-temagami-times/) - If you are a seasonal or year-round resident of the Temagami area, we invite you to consider making a submission to the upcoming Fall 2022 edition of the Temagami Times newspaper. Please share your experiences, events, and/or Lake history. The deadline is Thursday, September 15th, and all submissions are subject to editorial review. Articles - [TLA Headquarters Building Closed for Season](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-headquarters-building-closed-for-season/) - Please note that the TLA headquarters building is now closed for the season. Wi-Fi will be accessible to TLA members outside the building until the end of September. If you require the password, please send a message to tla@onlink.net. All other inquiries can be directed to the TLA through the same e-mail address. - [Municipality of Temagami - Notes from Council Meeting (August 18, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notes-from-council-meeting-august-18-2022/) - [Municipality of Temagami Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, August 18, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-august-18-2022/) - A Regular Council Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 18, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Location: Council Chambers and via Zoom (Hybrid Meeting) Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81895056028 Agenda Summary (August 18, 2022) Agenda Package (August 18, 2022) - [Bringing Food, Plant, and Animal Products into Canada](https://tla-temagami.ca/bringing-food-plant-and-animal-products-into-canada/) - There is a restriction on imports of live birds, bird products, and by-products from states affected by highly-pathogenic Avian Influenza in the United States. You may NOT bring the following into Canada if sourced from, processed, or packaged in a restricted zone in the US: all raw poultry and poultry products by-products that are not - [Municipality of Temagami - Notes from July 28, 2022 Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notes-from-july-28-2022-council-meeting/) - Municipality of Temagami - Notes from July 28, 2022 Council Meeting - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, July 28, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-july-28-2022/) - A regular Council meeting for the Municipality of Temagami will be held on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Agenda Summary (July 28, 2022) Agenda Package (July 28, 2022) Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85246360053 - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (July 13 - 19, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-july-13-19-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (July 13 - 19, 2022) - [Forest Fire Situation in the Temagami Area + TLA's New Fire Pump](https://tla-temagami.ca/forest-fire-situation-in-the-temagami-area-tlas-new-fire-pump/) - The Temagami region has been experiencing hot and dry weather over the past few days, which has increased the fire danger. In fact, there has been at least one small fire on the Lake (now extinguished) so far. This is a reminder to please take great care with open fires while in the area, - [Change to TLA Website Address](https://tla-temagami.ca/change-to-tla-website-address/) - The TLA website address has been changed to https://tla-temagami.ca. If you’ve already bookmarked the old address, it should automatically transfer you to the new one. Likewise, when you do a Google search for “Temagami Lakes Association”, you’ll be transferred to the new address. Don’t hesitate to reach out via e-mail to tla@onlink.net, if you - [Municipality of Temagami - Notes from July 7, 2022 Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notes-from-july-7-2022-council-meeting/) - Municipality of Temagami - Notes from July 7, 2022 Council Meeting - [Messages from the Municipality of Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/messages-from-the-municipality-of-temagami/) - Municipal Update (June 2022) On-Site, Food-Waste-Diversion, Pilot Program (Summer 2022) - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, July 7, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-july-7-2022-at-630-p-m/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, July 7, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Please note that there will be a status update on the "OFFICIAL PLAN REVIEW". Location: Council Chambers or by Electronic Participation Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83832631230 Council Meeting - Agenda Summary (July 7, 2022) Council Meeting - - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (June 22-28, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-june-22-28-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (June 22-28, 2022) - ["Fish Lead Free" to Protect Loons and Other Wildlife](https://tla-temagami.ca/fish-lead-free-to-protect-loons-and-other-wildlife/) - One of the biggest threats facing loons today is lead poisoning from swallowing lead fishing tackle. Lead is a neurotoxin that is very harmful to all living things. Toxic lead fishing tackle can accumulate in the environment, where it is responsible for the deaths of millions of birds and other wildlife. This neurotoxin attacks - [Bring Paper Copies of Documents Uploaded to ArriveCAN](https://tla-temagami.ca/bring-paper-copies-of-documents-uploaded-to-arrivecan/) - A TLA member kindly mentioned that it's a good idea to bring paper copies of all documents that you upload to the ArriveCAN system (e.g., vaccination certificates, etc.), as border agents cannot always read the electronic versions of these documents. - [Use ArriveCAN to Enter Canada from the United States (and Other Locations)](https://tla-temagami.ca/use-arrivecan-to-enter-canada-from-the-united-states-and-other-locations/) - Anyone entering Canada from the United States (or other locations) must use ArriveCAN to provide mandatory travel information before and after your arrival in Canada: www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19/arrivecan.html ArriveCAN is free and secure, and is available for iOS and Android, and via the web. - ["TLA Summer BBQ" (Saturday, August 6, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-summer-bbq-saturday-august-6-2022/) - Dear TLA Members: Please save the date for the "TLA Summer BBQ" on Saturday, August 6, 2022 (rain date: Sunday, August 7th). It will take place on the front lawn of the Headquarters Building and will be a great opportunity to socialize with Lake friends who we may not have seen for some time!! - [Municipality of Temagami - Councillor Vacancy (June 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-councillor-vacancy-june-2022/) - Municipality of Temagami - Councillor Vacancy (June 2022) - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (June 9 to 15, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-june-9-to-15-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (June 9 to 15, 2022) - [Regular Council Meeting (June 16, 2022) - POSTPONED](https://tla-temagami.ca/regular-council-meeting-june-16-2022-postponed/) - Due to an internet issue, the June 16, 2022 Regular Council Meeting has been postponed to Monday, June 20, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern. Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88062213090 - [Temagami Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, June 16, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-june-16-2022-at-630-p-m/) - Please consider attending the upcoming Temagami Regular Council meeting via Zoom on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Agenda Summary (June 16, 2022) Full Agenda Package (June 16, 2022) Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88062213090 - [Temagami Times - Summer 2022](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-times-summer-2022/) - The Summer 2022 issue of the Temagami Times newspaper has been mailed out, and some of you may have already received your copies. Note that there was printing error, and the last 4 pages (including 6 advertisements, 2 articles, and the "Classifieds") were not printed. Here is a link to the full version of - [Ontario’s Sustainable Bait Management Strategy](https://tla-temagami.ca/ontarios-sustainable-bait-management-strategy/) - The management of Ontario’s bait resources (i.e., baitfish and leeches) is challenging due to increasing environmental pressures, such as invasive species and diseases that threaten the health of native fisheries and aquatic ecosystems. The harvest, movement, and use of bait pose a significant risk to Ontario’s fisheries and biodiversity. The purpose of this strategic - [TLA Headquarters Building Service Overview (2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-headquarters-building-service-overview-2022/) - TLA Headquarters Building - Service Overview (2022) - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 26 - June 1, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-may-26-june-1-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 26 - June 1, 2022) - [Municipality of Temagami - Special Council Meeting (Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-special-council-meeting-tuesday-may-31-2022-at-630-p-m-eastern/) - The purpose of this Special Council Meeting, to be held on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern, is to conduct a visioning session to assist in developing the Articles of Incorporation for the Temagami Economic Development Corporation. Zoom Link: https://encompassit-ca.zoom.us/j/89518419369?pwd=cHlsWk1wN0duQXBtZFp6TDRQRzNRQT09 Municipality of Temagami - Special Council Meeting Agenda (May 31, 2022) - [Municipality of Temagami - Notes from May 26, 2022 Council Meeting](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notes-from-may-26-2022-council-meeting/) - Municipality of Temagami - Notes from May 26, 2022 Council Meeting - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 18 - 24, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-may-18-24-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 18 - 24, 2022) - [Municipality of Temagami - Special AND Regular Council Meetings (Thursday, May 26, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-special-and-regular-council-meetings-thursday-may-26-2022-at-630-p-m/) - Special Council Meeting (May 26, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.): The purpse of this meeting is for Council to receive comments pertaining to a Zoning By-Law amendment for 4570 Highway 11 North. Municipality of Temagami Special Council Meeting - Agenda Package (May 26, 2022) Regular Council Meeting (May 26, 2022 - following "Special Council Meeting"): - [Municipality of Temagami - Committee of Adjustment Meeting (Thursday, May 26, 2022 at 1:00 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-committee-of-adjustment-meeting-thursday-may-26-2022-at-100-p-m/) - Committee of Adjustment Meeting - Agenda Overview (May 26, 2022) Committee of Adjustment Meeting - Detailed Agenda (May 26, 2022) Please contact the Municipality at 705-569-3421 for electronic participation details. - [National Invasive Species Awareness Week (May 15 - 22, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/national-invasive-species-awareness-week-may-15-22-2022/) - National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) was developed by the Canadian Council on Invasive Species to educate Canadians about preventing the spread of invasive species. "Invasive species" are plants, animals, and micro-organisms that have been accidentally or deliberately introduced into areas beyond their native ranges. The introduction or spread of these alien species negatively - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 5 to 11, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-may-5-to-11-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (May 5-11, 2022) - [Municipality of Temagami - Request for Comments on 2022 Budget](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-request-for-comments-on-2022-budget/) - If you have comments about the 2022 Municipal Budget that you would like to share with Members of Council, please submit them by May 18, 2022 through communicate@Temagami.ca, or through the mail / drop box at the Municipal Office. Municipality of Temagami - Request for Comments on 2022 Budget - [Municipal Council Meetings (Week of May 2 to 6, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipal-council-meetings-week-of-may-2-to-6-2022/) - 1. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING: THE PURPOSE of this Special Meeting of Council to be held on Monday, May 2, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern is to discuss the proposed 2022 budget. Municipality of Temagami - Special Council Meeting Agenda (May 2, 2022) Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81968003219 2. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING: on Thursday, May 5, - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 21-27, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-april-21-27-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 21-27, 2022) - [Regulating Excessively-Loud Boats](https://tla-temagami.ca/regulating-excessively-loud-boats/) - The Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations is a member of the Decibel Coalition. Since 2019, this group has been working to address the growing number of concerns about excessively-loud boats. The Coalition wants Transport Canada (TC) to enhance their regulations to include decibel limits on boat-motor noise, as many other jurisdictions around the world - [Notices of Nomination (Ontario Municipal Election, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/notices-of-nomination-ontario-municipal-election-2022/) - Notice of Nomination - Municipal Office (2022 Election) Notice of Nomination - School Board Trustees (2022 Election) - [Use ArriveCAN to Enter Canada From the United States (or Other Locations)](https://tla-temagami.ca/use-arrivecan-to-enter-canada-from-the-united-states-or-other-locations/) - Anyone entering Canada from the United States (or other locations) must use ArriveCAN to provide mandatory travel information before and after your entry into Canada: www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19/arrivecan.html ArriveCAN is free and vailable for iOS, Android, and web. - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 7 - 13, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-april-8-13-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 7-13, 2022) - [Temagami Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, April 14, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-april-14-2022-at-630-p-m/) - Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84501161032 Municipality of Temagami Regular Council Meeting - Agenda Summary (April 14, 2022) Municipality of Temagami Regular Council Meeting - Agenda Package (April 14, 2022) Draft Recreation Master Plan (March 2022) - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 1-7, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-april-1-7-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (April 1-7, 2022) - [Candidates for Temagami Municipal Election (Monday, October 24, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/candidates-for-temagami-municipal-election-monday-october-24-2022/) - Who can be a Candidate in the Temagami Municipal Election on October 24, 2022? A Candidate must be: a resident of the municipality, or a non-resident owner or tenant of land in the municipality (or the spouse of such non-resident owner or tenant); a Canadian citizen and at least 18 years-old; not legally prohibited - [Temagami Special Council Meeting: Tuesday, April 5, 2022 (6:30 p.m.)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-special-council-meeting-tuesday-april-5-2022-630-p-m/) - THE PURPOSE of this meeting of Council is to possibly discuss items in Closed Session as permitted by Section (239) of the Municipal Act. 2001, as amended, in order to address matters pertaining to: (2) (b) personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees regarding to waive an application to amend - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (March 25-31, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-march-25-31-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (March 25-31, 2022) - [Municipality of Temagami - Regular Council Meeting (Thursday, March 24, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-march-24-2022/) - Date and Time: Thursday, March 24, 2022 (6:30 p.m. EDT - Canada and US) Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82687116186 Agenda Summary (March 24, 2022) Agenda Package (March 24, 2022) - [Municipality of Temagami Notices: Secondary Dwelling Units Amendments (April 28, 2021)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notices-secondary-dwelling-units-amendments/) - Notice of Adoption - Secondary Dwelling Units OPA (April 28, 2021) Notice of Passing - Secondary Dwelling Units ZBA (April 28, 2021) - [Municipality of Temagami Official Plan Review: Virtual Open House Notice + Notice of Public Meeting (May 25, 2021)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-official-plan-review-virtual-open-house-notice-and-notice-of-public-meeting/) - Temagami Official Plan Review: Virtual Open House (Tuesday, May 25, 2021: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern) To register to attend the Virtual Open House, please e-mail the Municipal Clerk at clerk@temagami.ca, or leave a voicemail message 705-569-3421 (ext. 208). Details will be e-mailed to you prior to the meeting date. Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/95332587863 - [Seasonal Residents May Lose Some Rights as Elected Councillors (October 2018 Update)](https://tla-temagami.ca/seasonal-residents-may-lose-some-rights-as-elected-councilors/) - At its September 27, 2018 meeting, a majority of the Temagami Municipal Council who were present - Debbie Burrows, Ron Prefasi, John Harding, and Dan O'Mara - voted to limit the opportunities for seasonal residents to participate as Municipal Councillors. The 4-2 vote, with Mayor Lori Hunter and Councillor Carol Lowery opposed, directed staff - [New Temagami Forest Management Plan (2019-2029)](https://tla-temagami.ca/new-temagami-forest-management-plan/) - In late January 2019, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF), First Management Resource Group Inc. and the Temagami Local Citizens Committee issued a notice that the MNRF Northeast Regional Director had approved the 2019-2029 Forest Management Plan for the Temagami Management Unit. The full plan including maps, amendments, plan summary and changes - [Sudbury Forest 2020-2030 Forest Management Plan](https://tla-temagami.ca/sudbury-forest-2020-2030-forest-management-plan/) - The Ontario Ministry of NAtural Resources and Forestry, Vermilion Forest Management Company, and the Sudbury Local Citizens Committee invite the public to review and comment on the proposed long term management direction for the Sudbury Forest. Information on the planning process, how to get involved, and where to comment is available at the link below. - [Open Waters Along Lake Temagami Shoreline (May 14, 2019)](https://tla-temagami.ca/open-waters-along-temagami-lake-shore/) - 5/14 Tuesday 10 AM MODIS polar orbiting satellite pass image in true color mode shows significant ice breaks (dark blue) along the lake shore; Still iced up (milky color) in deeper north and northwest arms. Bright white colors are cumulus clouds. - [Stunning Fire Photos](https://tla-temagami.ca/stunning-photos-in-a-re-post/) - These photos are being re-posted here from a contribution on the Temagami Community Facebook (Our Temagami) page. The original post was from Dave Seglins. Reports are Temagami forest fire conditions are improving, but emergency still in place as multiple sites burn. Here are some stunning shots from Lake Temagami’s northeast arm taken 5 pm Sunday - [Temagami Fire Burn Marks (July 2018)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-fire-burn-marks/) - Ron Miller sends photos of fire closest to town and comments from a bomber pilot who was involved. This is looking east toward the town and marina. Six bombers worked it to stop it just in time . A bomber pilot said they thought they where going to loose it. Town in the background which - [May 3, 2016 Lake Photos](https://tla-temagami.ca/may-3-lake-photos/) - Photos courtesy of Ron Miller Mine Landing Camp Wabun looking to North Arm Bear Island Dock - [Fire on Temagami Island](https://tla-temagami.ca/fire-on-temagami-island-thank-you-for-the-help/) - A fire in the mainland forest on Temagami Island on July 14, 2016, occurred on a very windy day when the soil and forest was very dry. With the assistance of the TLA radio service volunteers were able to attend with fire pumps and person power. Three hours later the fire was out. The Fall - [Ron Miller Sends Images From the Air!](https://tla-temagami.ca/ron-miller-sends-images-from-the-air/) - Ron Miller sends images taken on December 21, 2016 from the air - lots of open water yet. - [Analysis on MPAC’s Assessment Values for Lake Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/analysis-on-mpacs-assessment-values-for-lake-temagami/) - TLA member Scott Genzer’s final analysis on MPAC’s assessment values for Lake Temagami (with permission of Scott Genzer). Temagami Cottage Sales Prices vs. MPAC Values Analysis (FINAL) - [Photos From the Air!](https://tla-temagami.ca/photos-from-the-air/) - Ron Miller sends along some photos taken on Monday April 30, 2018 of Boatline Bay, the Mine Landing and an area of the North Arm. - [Break-Up Update From the Air (May 2018)](https://tla-temagami.ca/break-up-update-from-the-air/) - Ron Miller landed his plane near his island yesterday and sent a few photos he took as he passed over the Lake. - [Forest Fires on Lake Temagami (July 2018)](https://tla-temagami.ca/forest-fires-on-lake-temagami/) - Peter Healy reports that there are many fires around Lake Temagami. The TLA radio services has forwarded reports for a number of these to MNRF who have responded with helicopters, spotter planes and water bombers. Ron Miller sends the following images of fires around Lake Temagami. Photo 1: On way up, I saw three fires - [Mars and the Planets in the Night Sky](https://tla-temagami.ca/mars-the-planets-in-the-night-sky/) - Rob Corcoran reports: Mars is on its way closer to Earth — and you can see it for yourself. www.cbc.ca/news/technology/mars-closest-earth-1.4733211 A listing of all planets visible in the Temagami sky this summer at this site: www.timeanddate.com/astronomy/night/@6162648 - [Water Bomber Putting Out Fire - July 31, 2015](https://tla-temagami.ca/water-bomber-putting-out-fire-july-31st/) - The following pictures are of the water bomber in action on July 31, 2015 putting out a fire caused by a lightning strike on the mainland west of island 765. Photos courtesy of Shelley Crawford. - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (March 10-16, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-march-10-16-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (March 10-16, 2022) - [2022-2023 Scheduled Forest Management Operations for Temagami Management Unit](https://tla-temagami.ca/2022-2023-scheduled-forest-management-operations-for-temagami-management-unit/) - 2022-2023 "Annual Work Schedule" for Temagami Management Unit - [Recording of TLA "Town Hall" from March 7, 2022](https://tla-temagami.ca/recording-of-tla-town-hall-from-march-7-2022/) - If you missed last night's TLA "Town Hall" re: the new "Official Plan" for the Municipality of Temagami, please contact the TLA at tla@onlink.net for a link to the recording. You can watch the meeting through this link and/or download it to your computer. Please note that the file size is very large (about - [Reminder: TLA "Town Hall" Meeting (Monday, March 7, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/reminder-tla-town-hall-meeting-monday-march-7-2022-at-700-p-m-eastern/) - This is a reminder that a TLA "Town Hall" meeting is scheduled for tonight (Monday, March 7, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. Eastern). The meeting is meant to be an educational and brainstorming session about the new "Official Plan" that is currently being developed for the Municipality of Temagami. Please join us! Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85459456102?pwd=bUxtM2tKbzQySWJzT2hma2NYdTNWUT09 - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (February 23 - March 1, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-february-23-march-1-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (February 23 - March 1, 2022) - [Ice-Fishing Hut Removal News Release (2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/ice-fishing-hut-removal-news-release-2022/) - Please refer to the following document for information from the Ontario Conservation Officers Association: Ice-Fishing Hut Removal News Release (2022) N.B., Lake Temagami, as well as lakes in the Marten River, North Bay, and Lady Evelyn areas are in Fisheries Management Zone 11 (FMZ 11). - [Reminders: Special Council Meeting (February 28, 2022) + Regular Council Meeting (March 3, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/reminders-special-council-meeting-february-28-2022-regular-council-meeting-march-3-2022/) - This is a reminder about the two Municipality of Temagami Council meetings that will take place this week: 1. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING (Monday, February 28, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time – US and Canada) Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89828743816 2. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING (Thursday March 3, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time – US - [*** Special Council Meeting (scheduled for February 22) - Postponed ***](https://tla-temagami.ca/special-council-meeting-scheduled-for-february-22-postponed/) - The Special Council Meeting scheduled for February 22nd has been postponed due to poor weather conditions and internet unavailability. The meeting is rescheduled for Monday, February 28, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Please refer to the Municipality of Temagami website for further details: www.temagami.ca/m_u_n_i_c_i_p_a_l_g_o_v_e_r_n_m_e_n_t/council_minutes - [Background: Temagami Economic Development Corporation (EDC)](https://tla-temagami.ca/background-temagami-economic-development-corporation-edc/) - Link to Temagami Economic Development Business Case: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=14205&fbclid=IwAR1nZyM5HcgJLv44BO1hlqPC5R87MYr_oPMVKodcK7Mo7AHH4eVfRZ6QgvE Link to Background Information: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=14204&fbclid=IwAR1Fxia4tJF23XbSgrBHuNtHFApSErYczGH-orFPWXovH3pA_EzrQ-Rshtc - [Temagami "Special Council Meeting": Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-special-council-meeting-tuesday-february-22-2022-at-630-p-m-eastern/) - The purpose of this special Council meeting is to discuss the Temagami Economic Development Corporation terms of reference and complete the initial review of the draft articles of incorporation. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89828743816 - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (February 10 - 16, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-february-10-16-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (February 10 - 16, 2022) - [Temagami Regular Council Meeting: Thursday, February 10, 2022 (6:30 p.m. Eastern)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-regular-council-meeting-thursday-february-10-2022-630-p-m-eastern/) - Thursday, February 10, 2022 @ 6:30 p.m. Eastern Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84292939825 Council Meeting Package: https://pub-temagami.escribemeetings.com - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (January 27 - February 2, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-january-27-february-2-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (January 27 - February 2, 2022) - [Temagami Forest Management Plan (2019-2029) - Minor Amendment Review](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-forest-management-plan-2019-2029-minor-amendment-review/) - The Minor Amendment advertisement to the Temagami Forest 2019-2029 Forest Management Plan can be viewed at this link. This amendment is to provide for the addition of a primary road corridor (Spring Lake Road) for 2.26 km. This Minor Amendment will be available for review online, for a 15-day period from Tuesday, February 2, - [Lake Temagami Water Levels (January 20 - 26, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/lake-temagami-water-levels-january-20-26-2022/) - Lake Temagami Water Levels (January 20 - 26, 2022) - [Cottage Tax and Estate-Planning Webinar](https://tla-temagami.ca/cottage-tax-and-estate-planning-webinar/) - Thursday, February 3, 2022 | 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. This informative webinar will help you plan for the future of your recreational property. Learn about the following: Vivek Bansal, Director, Tax and Estate Planning, Mackenzie Investments Will Review: Succession-planning strategies Taxation of cottage properties Principal residence exemption Decision-making considerations Use of trusts Annett LeBeau, - [Temagami Municipal Plan: Deadline for Comments + Key Dates](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-municipal-plan-deadline-for-comments-key-dates/) - The revised deadline for public comments regarding Draft 1.2 of the Temagami Official Plan is now March 1, 2022. Comments may be submitted to the Municipal Clerk at: clerk@temagami.ca. Click on the following link for details - including a listing of key dates: Memo Re Official Plan Draft 1.2 (January 13, 2021) Please visit - [Municipality of Temagami - Update # 74 on COVID-19 (January 20, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-update-74-on-covid-19-january-20-2022/) - Municipality of Temagami - Update # 74 on COVID-19 (January 20, 2022) - [Temagami Special Council Meeting: Tuesday, January 25, 2022 @ 6:30 p.m.](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-special-council-meeting-tuesday-january-25-2022-630-p-m/) - THE PURPOSE of this meeting of Council is to possibly discuss items in Closed Session as permitted by Section (239) of the Municipal Act. 2001, as amended, in order to address matters pertaining to: (2)(c) a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board regarding an offer to - [*** Revision to Deadline for Public Comments on 2nd Draft of Temagami's Official Plan](https://tla-temagami.ca/revision-to-deadline-for-public-comments-on-2nd-draft-of-temagamis-official-plan/) - There is a revision to the deadline for comments on the 2nd Draft of Temagami's Official Plan: www.temagami.ca/o_u_r_c_o_m_m_u_n_i_t_y/official_plan_review. The Municipal Clerk has indicated that further information will be provided at the next Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. If you wish to participate in the meeting, please use the - [January 2022 TLA Member Update + 2022 "TLA Membership Form"](https://tla-temagami.ca/january-2022-tla-member-update-2022-tla-membership-form/) - *** Please note that this message was initially sent to TLA members via Mailchimp. As some e-mail servers do not deliver such communications, it is being redistributed today. *** Dear Fellow TLA Members: Happy New Year! We hope that you were able to travel to Temagami this past year. “Thank You” to the majority of - [*** SPECIAL Council Meeting to Review 1st Draft of New Temagami Official Plan (December 14, 2021)](https://tla-temagami.ca/special-council-meeting-to-review-1st-draft-of-new-temagami-official-plan-december-14-2021/) - The Special Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at 1:30 p.m. (Eastern) by electronic participation. The purpose of this meeting is for Council to review the first Draft of the Official Plan with the Municipal Planner. Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89491175624 Website Link for Official Plan: https://www.temagami.ca/o_u_r_c_o_m_m_u_n_i_t_y/official_plan_review - [Deadline for Public Comments on 1st Draft of Temagami's New Official Plan (January 21, 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/deadline-for-public-comments-on-1st-draft-of-temagamis-new-official-plan-january-21-2022/) - The first draft of the Municipality of Temagami's new Official Plan was initially posted on the Municipal Website on November 10, 2021: Website link: https://www.temagami.ca/o_u_r_c_o_m_m_u_n_i_t_y/official_plan_review The deadline for the submission of public comments on this first draft is Friday, January 21, 2022. All comments should be sent to the Municipal Clerk, Suzie Fournier, at: - [Special Meeting of Temagami Council to Introduce 1st Draft of Official Plan (November 25, 2021)](https://tla-temagami.ca/special-meeting-of-temagami-council-to-introduce-1st-draft-of-official-plan-november-25-2021/) - A SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING has been called for Thursday, November 25, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. (electronic participation). THE PURPOSE of this Special Meeting of Council to be held on November 25, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. by electronic participation is to introduce the first Draft of the Official Plan for Public Comments. The document was - [Municipality of Temagami Draft Official Plan (November 10, 2021)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-draft-official-plan-november-10-2021/) - The Temagami Draft Official Plan (November 10, 2021) can be found at: www.dropbox.com/sh/wq3u0142gcb5u5b/AACXUK9UMEwvd1zSXv61WjoPa?dl=0 - [2022 ELECTION - Community Engagement - "Ward" or "At Large"](https://tla-temagami.ca/2022-election-community-engagement-ward-or-at-large/) - The next Municipal Election is scheduled to be held in October, 2022. Now is the time that planning for this election occurs. One topic on which Council is interested in hearing from you is how Members of Council are elected. Presently, Council is comprised of seven (7) Members: the Mayor and six (6) Councillors, - [Cottage Succession Seminars](https://tla-temagami.ca/cottage-succession-seminars/) - The Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations (FOCA) has made the following three cottage-succession seminars with Peterborough Lawyer, Peter Lillico: Cottage Succession Seminar Talk #1: "Cottage Succession Planning A to Z" (1 hour) Cottage Succession Seminar Talk #2: "Cottage Sharing Agreements" (1 hour and 20 minutes) Cottage Succession Seminar Talk #3: "Targeting Tax "(1 hour - [Temagami Official Plan Review - Draft Background Report](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-official-plan-review-draft-background-report/) - This report can be reviewed on the Temagami Municipal website at: https://www.temagami.ca/o_u_r_c_o_m_m_u_n_i_t_y/official_plan_review The Official Plan Draft Background Report will be presented at the Regular Council Meeting on Thursday, August 19, 2021. - [Municipality of Temagami "Official Plan" and Council Meeting Summaries (June 17, 2021)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-official-plan-and-council-meeting-summaries-june-17-2021/) - Municipality of Temagami Official Plan and Council Meeting Summaries (June 17, 2021) - [Municipality of Temagami Official Plan - Section 26 Meeting Presentation + Regular Council Meeting (June 17, 2021)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-official-plan-section-26-meeting-presentation-regular-council-meeting-june-17-2021/) - 1. The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Section 26 Public Meeting on June 17th, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. Eastern for the "Official Plan (OP) Review". Please register for this meeting by contacting the Municipal Clerk at: clerk@temagami.ca Zoom Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/91678753628 Municipality of Temagami Official Plan - Notice of Public Meeting (June 17, - [Temagami Broadband Service Enhancements](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-broadband-service-enhancements/) - The May 27, 2021 Temagami Municipal Council meeting concentrated on forthcoming enhancements to broadband services in the Town of Temagami and on Lake Temagami (including the Temagami First Nation). Further information from the meeting can be access through these links: CENGN Northern Ontario Residential Broadband - Temagami Project Overview CENGN Temagami and TFN Broadband - [Temagami Official Plan Review - Virtual Open House (May 25, 2021)](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-official-plan-review-virtual-open-house-may-25-2021/) - Just a reminder that on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 (from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern), the Municipality of Temagami is holding a “Virtual Open House” regarding updates to the Official Plan (OP): Temagami Official Plan - Virtual Open House (May 25, 2021) Please attend the meeting, if you can. To register, e-mail the - [Municipality of Temagami "Official Plan" Review - Project Timeline (2021 and 2022)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-official-plan-review-project-timeline-2021-and-2022/) - Municipality of Temagami "Official Plan" Review - Project Timeline (2021 and 2022) - [Information from Ontario Power Generation re: Lake Temagami Water Levels](https://tla-temagami.ca/information-from-ontario-power-generation-re-lake-temagami-water-levels/) - In early winter, OPG began the annual drawdown of Lake Temagami, as per our standard practice. Our snow survey information (gathered biweekly) was showing lower than normal snow amounts for much of the winter. With this in mind, OPG began reducing flow at Cross Lake Dam on March 19 to begin a slow, gradual refill - [Municipality of Temagami: Notice of Public Meeting - Secondary Dwelling Units (March 4, 2021)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-notice-of-public-meeting-secondary-dwelling-units-march-4-2021/) - The Municipality of Temagami will hold a Public Meeting on March 4, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. (via Zoom) to receive public feedback on a proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment regarding Secondary Dwelling Units. No key map has been provided as the proposed amendments apply to all lands within the Municipality of - [Municipality of Temagami - January 2021 Newsletter](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-january-2021-newsletter/) - Municipality of Temagami - January 2021 Newsletter - [Temagami Dry is Coming Home](https://tla-temagami.ca/temagami-dry-is-coming-home/) - Please join the Mayor, Council, and Guests as the Municipality of Temagami receives possession of the historic Temagami Dry trademark on Saturday, August 29, 2020 (11:00 a.m.) at the Temagami Community Market. Details can be found at this link: Temagami Dry is Coming Home - [Municipality of Temagami Draft "Strategic Plan" - Executive Summary (August 2020)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipality-of-temagami-draft-strategic-plan-executive-summary-august-2020/) - Municipality of Temagami Draft "Strategic Plan" - Executive Summary (August 2020) - [An New Study That Uses 38 Years of Canadian Lakes Loon Survey Data](https://tla-temagami.ca/an-new-study-that-uses-38-years-of-canadian-lakes-loon-survey-data/) - The Canadian Lakes Loon Survey (CLLS) would like to share an exciting new study that uses 38 years of data from over 1500 lakes to help explain why Common Loons are producing fewer chicks: Drivers of Decline in Common Loon (Gavia immer) Productivity in Ontario, Canada (Science of the Total Environment, 2020). Please feel free - [Ontario Power Generation Water-Level Monitoring Equipment](https://tla-temagami.ca/ontario-power-generation-water-level-monitoring-equipment/) - In an effort to refine its management of water levels on Lake Temagami going forward, Ontario Power Generation (OPG) made a request to install water-level monitoring equipment on the TLA property to supplement what has been in place in the Town of Temagami (near the O.P.P. station) for many decades. The purpose of this apparatus - [TLA Member Survey 2019](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-member-survey-2019/) - The 2019 TLA membership survey (distributed in the summer) consisted of 10 questions, with response formats ranging from multiple choice to measures of intensity to open-ended questions. In total, we collected 169 responses from the 424 surveys that were distributed. Respondents indicated that the three most important issues for the TLA were (in order): Promotion - [Mayor O'Mara Interview on Temagami 2020](https://tla-temagami.ca/mayor-omara-interview-on-temagami-2020/) - In a recent email to the TLA, Mayor O'Mara wishes all members a Happy New Year and passes along a link to a recent Temiskaming Speaker article where he was interviewed. Temagami 2020: Infrastructure,Internet and Planning - [Strategic Planning Public Consultation Workbook - Municipality of Temagami (2019)](https://tla-temagami.ca/strategic-planning-public-consultation-workbook-municipality-of-temagami-2019/) - If you haven't already done so, please consider completing the Strategic Planning Public Consultation Workbook - Municipality of Temagami (2019). It can be e-mailed to the Planning Consultant, Murray Morello, Senior Associate, Commerce Management Group at: murray@commerce-management.com. If you have questions, he can be contacted by phone at: 705-690-7218. - [Municipal Planning Session (July 27, 2019)](https://tla-temagami.ca/municipal-planning-session-july-27-2019/) - Municipal Planning Session (July 27, 2019) - [Summer Night Skies over Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/summer-night-skies-over-temagami/) - There are multiple sources for interactive & printable night sky charts specific to Temagami's location and time zone. Below are two that work well for me. Temagami Island Interactive sky map (Requires internet connectivity) Sky and Telescope Printable Sky Chart (Enter P0H2H0 in Zip Code Box. Select a time well after sunset e.g. 0200. Print - [2019 Canadian Wildfire Information System](https://tla-temagami.ca/2019-canadian-wildfire-information-system/) - Despite the snow cover, April begins the early fire season in Canada, beginning in the western provinces. Natural Resources Canada has enhanced fire weather information for the public on the internet. The Canadian Wildland Fire Information System (CWFIS) will create daily fire weather and fire behavior maps year-round & hot spot maps throughout the forest - [Rare Waterfalls on Lake Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/rare-waterfalls-on-lake-temagami/) - Recent heavy rains late last week have created waterfalls not seen in many years on the NW Arm. Photos by Suse Shane - [Night Sky Views](https://tla-temagami.ca/night-sky-views/) - Rob Corcoran reports that the night skies offer plenty to view over the next few weeks. Looks like a pretty good window for viewing opportunities over the next couple of weeks. https://spotthestation.nasa.gov/sightings/view.cfm?country=Canada®ion=Ontario&city=Greater_Sudbury#.W0BL5IonZhE Rob - [Potential Gold in Temagami?](https://tla-temagami.ca/potential-gold-in-temagami/) - The TLA would like to share with you a recent report on the potential for gold mining in the Temagami region. The PDF below is a detailed report on recent findings. Temagami Gold Report And this week's CBC writeup about current activity in Cobalt. The latter representing some potential employment growth in the area, which - [Beautiful Temagami Nature Photos!](https://tla-temagami.ca/beautiful-temagami-nature-photos/) - The following pictures are of a Sandhill Crane and her chick, a moose and some pink lady slippers. The photos are all courtesy of Harold Keevil. - [Tim Gooderham](https://tla-temagami.ca/tim-gooderham/) - It is with sadness that we announce that former TLA President and Executive Secretary Tim Gooderham passed away this past Thursday in North Bay. While there will be no service we will publish a ‘remembrance’ in the upcoming issue of the Temagami Times. - [Bald Eagle and Family of Loons](https://tla-temagami.ca/bald-eagle-on-dead-pine/) - photo by Trisha Healy photo by Adam Tretjack - [Loon Nesting Platforms](https://tla-temagami.ca/loon-nesting/) - Loon Nesting VIEW SLIDE SHOW DOWNLOAD ALL Two loon nests built and installed this spring by TLA directors Justin Metz and Pete Calverley ## Pages - [Temagami Lakes Association (TLA)](https://tla-temagami.ca/) - We are the property owners’ association for the Lake Temagami, Ontario area and are dedicated to ensuring that the Tenets For Temagami are met. - [Long-Term Water Testing](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/initiatives/long-term-water-testing/) - Historical Phosphorus Levels for Lake Temagami, Water Testing Summary etc. - [TLA Vision, Goals, Scientific-Guidance Policy, Economic-Development Policy](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/tlavision-onetemagami/) - TLA Policies and Procedures - [Committees](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/committees/) - TLA Committee Structure and Chairs - [TLA Board of Directors](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/board/) - TLA Board Members - [Other Services](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/services/other-services/) - Additional TLA services including: high speed wireless internet, map sales, mail pickup, lending library, enviro-friendly soap products, and social events. - [Publications](https://tla-temagami.ca/shop/publications/) - Publications: Temagami Cooks and Temagami Lakes Association: Life and Times of a Cottage Community by Pam Glenn Sinclair - [TLA Headquarters Building](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/services/headquarters-bldg/) - We are pleased to once again offer a ‘high speed’ wireless internet service for members either using our desktops or one’s own personal computer. - [TLA Member Services](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/services/) - TLA Member Services including: Property Patrols,Radio, VHF Procedures, and Radio Etiquette,The Temagami Times,TLA Membership Directory - [We Invite You to Join the TLA](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/join-the-tla/) - Download the TLA Membership form. - [Buy And Sell](https://tla-temagami.ca/buy-and-sell/) - COTTAGE CLEANING: CLEANING BY KELSEY: COTTAGE RENTALS: TEMAGAMI COTTAGE RENTAL (ISLAND 843): 3-bedroom, weekly rentals, sleeps 6. Full season. Large docks. Private island. Link to cottage: https://gooderham.photoshelter.com/gallery/843-COTTAGE-RENTAL/G0000Y5.3EkZR_G0. For further information, call Gerry Gooderham at 705-495-5384, or e-mail gerrygooderham@gmail.com. SEASONAL HELP WANTED: PART-TIME SUMMER POSITION: 3 days-a-week. Light work. On Lake Temagami, so must have own - [TLA Board Meeting and AGM Minutes](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/board-meeting-minutes/) - TLA Board of Directors Meeting Schedules and Minutes - [Eurasian Watermilfoil](https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/invasive-species/eurasian-watermilfoil/) - Invasive Eurasian Watermilfoil (Myriophyllum spicatum) The invasive aquatic plant, Eurasian watermilfoil (EWM), has established itself in parts of the NE Arm of Lake Temagami. It forms dense mats that make it difficult to swim, paddle, and boat. This invasive plant also harms and kills native aquatic species by crowding them out, reducing biodiversity, and deoxygenating - [Invasive Species](https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/invasive-species/) - Information on our Forestry Initiatives. - [Invasive Phragmites](https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/invasive-species/invasive-phragmites/) - Resources: Aquatic Invasive Species in the Temagami Area (Temagami Times - Summer 2025, page 4): https://tla-temagami.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Temagami-Times-Summer-2025-high-resolution-version.pdf Temagami First Nation Assists With Invasive Phragmites Removal (Temagami Times - Fall 2025, page 20): https://tla-temagami.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Temagami-Times-Fall-2025-high-res-version-1.pdf Invasive Species Update (Temagami Times - Winter 2022, page 1 and 3): https://tla-temagami.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Temagami-Times-Winter-2022-Web-Version.pdf Green Shovels Collaborative and Invasive Phragmites (Temagami Times - Fall - [Septic Systems](https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/septic-initiatives/) - Get the scoop on Poop Talk with Rob Davis - [Temagami Planning History](https://tla-temagami.ca/local-news/municipality-planning-history/) - Temagami area planning information and policies: - [Temagami Times](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/services/the-temagami-times/) - The Temagami Times is published three times a year. It is placed in all Temagami, Marten River and Bear Island mailboxes and mailed to over 800 members. - [Temagami Official Plan Development (2022 to 2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/temagami-official-plan/) - This page is populated with documents and information relevant to the Temagami Official Plan. - [TLA "Articles of Incorporation" and "By-Laws" (2024)](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/policies-procedures-bylaws/) - Bylaws of the Temagami Lakes Association - [Break Up (Ice Out)](https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/water-issues/break-up/) - Records, guesses, and information on ice break up on Lake Temagami. - [Useful Links for the Temagami Area](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/tla-links/) - Fire hazard daily report NB District, Temagami Official Plan,Tenets for Temagami and other resources. - [TLA Advertisers and Other Supporters](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/advertisers-supporters/) - Thank you to the people and organizations who support the Temagami Lakes Association through advertising. - [Freeze Up](https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/water-issues/freeze-up/) - Records, guesses, and information on freeze up on Lake Temagami. - [Water Quality](https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/water-quality/) - Temagami Times Article (Fall 2025): Lake Temagami Water Testing for E.Coli and Total Coliforms in 2025Download TLA AGM Presentation 2025: Ecological Change in Lake Temagami Over the Last Century (by Dr. Jesse Vermaire) Historical Water-Quality Articles and Papers for Lake Temagami: Is My Water Safe to Drink? (2014) TLA Study Finds Low Levels of Mercury - [Contact Us](https://tla-temagami.ca/contact-us/) - Mailing Address: 1720 Lake Temagami Access Road, Temagami, ON P0H 2H0 E-mail: temagamilakes1931@gmail.com Phone: on hold Please join the TLA at: 2026 TLA Membership Form Directions and Map for Temagami Lakes Assocation (PDF) - [TLA Membership Directory 2026](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/services/tla-membership-directory/) - The TLA Membership Directory is mailed to all TLA members in early June. - [Property Patrols](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/services/property-patrols/) - TLA members can avail themselves of quarterly Property Patrols of their properties and buildings. Twice yearly property checks are also available. - [TLA Member Websites](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/tla-member-websites/) - Websites belonging to members of the TLA - [TLA Store](https://tla-temagami.ca/store/) - [Cart](https://tla-temagami.ca/cart/) - [Ice Conditions](https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/water-issues/) - Ice conditions on Lake Temagami - [Transaction Failed](https://tla-temagami.ca/transaction-failed/) - Your transaction failed. Please try again, or contact tla@onlink.net for assistance. - [My Account](https://tla-temagami.ca/my-account/) - [Login](https://tla-temagami.ca/login/) - [Checkout](https://tla-temagami.ca/checkout/) - [Account](https://tla-temagami.ca/account/) - [Property Assessments](https://tla-temagami.ca/local-news/property-assessments/) - Property assessment information for the Temagami area. - [Photos](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/photos/) - Temagami Area Photo Galleries - [Tenets for Temagami](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/tenets/) - Tenets for Temagami as agreed on by the Township, the TLA and LaTemPRA. - [VHF Radio Services](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/services/radio-vhf-procedures-etiquette/) - Some people on the Lake still rely on the VHF service for all their communications. So what should you know? - [Fisheries Management Zone 11](https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/forestry-fish-wildlife/fisheries-management-zone-11/) - Fisheries Management Zone 11 -Broadscale Assessment 2014 Provincial Assessment Program - [Forestry, Fish, and Wildlife](https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/forestry-fish-wildlife/) - Our mission statement as the TLA Fish and Wildlife Committee is to work towards the enhancement of the fish and wildlife resource on Lake Temagami. - [Fire](https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/fire/) - Lake Temagami Fire Protection Report (Draft) March 2013, TLA Board of Directors' response to fire protection draft, Current Ontario Forest Fire Information - [The TLA History Book](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/history/tla-book/) - The Temagami Lakes Association: The Life and Times of a Cottage Community by Pam Glenn Sinclair - [A Brief History of the Temagami Lakes Association](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/history/oral-history/) - For a brief history of the Temagami Lakes Association, download the 8-Page PDF file "A Blast from the Past" by Pam Sinclair. - [History](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/history/) - Te-MAWG-a-mee is Ojibway for "Deep Water by the Shore". The Ojibway people played a large part in Temagami's history. - [Temagami Island Old-Growth Trails](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/initiatives/trails-on-temagami-island/) - In the coming years, the Friends of Temagami anticipate further work on the trails, to maintain their quality, so look forward to further updates next year and beyond. - [TLA Memberships of 40+ Years](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/initiatives/tla-long-term-membership-1967-2007/) - Over 100 families, supporters of the TLA for the 40 consecutive years, have been recognized by the Board of Directors. - [Thunderboxes/Privies](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/initiatives/privy-project/) - Over the last three years, the TLA built about 20 new privies, and 11 of these were installed in various areas of the lake this summer. - [Loon Programs](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/initiatives/loon-nesting-platforms/) - TLA Loon Nesting Survey: Volunteers Needed - [Adopt-a-Campsite Program](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/initiatives/adopt-a-campsite/) - As a member of the MNR’s Temagami Crown Land Maintenance Partnership, the TLA is committed to helping keep Temagami’s campsites beautiful. - [About the TLA](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/) - The Temagami Lakes Association was founded in 1931 by a group of concerned cottage owners interested in environmental quality and the future of the Lake. - [TLA Business](https://tla-temagami.ca/tla-business/) - The Temagami Lakes Association (TLA) is dedicated to preserving the natural scenic beauty of Lake Temagami and its surroundings. - [Environment](https://tla-temagami.ca/environment/) - Fire, Fish and Wildlife, Fisheries Management Zone 11, Forestry, Septic Initiatives, Water - [Initiatives](https://tla-temagami.ca/about-the-tla/initiatives/) - TLA Initiatives include: Adopt-a-Campsite, Long Term Water Testing, Loon Nesting Platform, Privy Project, TLA Long Term Membership, Trails on Temagami Island - [Sitemap](https://tla-temagami.ca/sitemap/) - [simple-sitemap] ## Products - [TLA History Book](https://tla-temagami.ca/product/tla-history-book/) - Temagami Lakes Association: Life and Times of a Cottage Community by Pamela Glenn Sinclair (2011) The book's index can be accessed at: History Book Index Books can be picked up at the TLA Building during July and August. Please contact the Association at temagamilakes1931@gmail.com for further details. - [Lake Temagami Decorative Wall Map](https://tla-temagami.ca/product/lake-temagami-wall-map/) - These 75th-anniversary wall maps are meant for decorative purposes - with approximate land elevations and water depths. Map Dimensions: 26.5” (66.25 cm) wide x 39.25” (98.13 cm) long. Maps can be picked up at the TLA Building during July and August. Please contact the Association at temagamilakes1931@gmail.com for further details. - [“Water-Quality Monitoring” by TERAS (2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/product/water-quality-monitoring-fund/) - Please make a contribution for ongoing water-quality monitoring and research on Lake Temagami by TERAS (Temagami Environmental Research and Stewardship). - [“Tenets for Temagami” (2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/product/tenets-for-temagami-defense-fund/) - Please consider a contribution to the fund for costs incurred in protecting the “Tenets for Temagami”. Recently, donations were used to hire a planner for the TLA - to review and provide input for the new "Official Plan". - [VHF Marine-Radio Services (2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/product/marine-radio-service/) - VHF marine-radio services are offered on a daily basis in July and August. - [TLA Memberships (2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/product/tla-membership/) - Most people will need the default Class A membership. Please read the description below for details of other Classes of membership. You will provide the rest of your contact details at checkout. If you have had a membership and account before, this may already be in the system and just needs to be verified. - [Lake Temagami Shoal Map](https://tla-temagami.ca/product/lake-temagami-navigation-shoal-map/) - These maps show buoys that are placed by the Municipality of Temagami, as well as the approximate location of Lake Temagami Islands. They are water resistant and printed on two sides (north section of map on one side and south section on the other). Their dimensions are approximately: 24.0” (60.0 cm) wide x 34.5” (86.25 cm) long. Maps can be picked up at the TLA Building (or some area businesses) during July and August. Please contact the Association at temagamilakes1931@gmail.com for further details. - [Property-Patrol Service Subscription (2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/product/property-patrol-service-subscription/) - Choose either Service A, B, or C for each island with buildings/structures. - [Name Plates](https://tla-temagami.ca/product/name-plates/) - These plastic name and island-number signs are supplied to all property-owning members. These identify the owner’s property to any visitors and the property patrolman and identify the owner as a TLA member. New "Class A" members (those whose family/property have not previously been TLA members) receive a name plate for $20.00 as part of their first membership package. ## Categories - [misc](https://tla-temagami.ca/category/misc/) - [blog](https://tla-temagami.ca/category/blog/) ## Product categories - [Memberships and Services (2026)](https://tla-temagami.ca/product-category/memberships-services/) - [Maps and Publications](https://tla-temagami.ca/product-category/maps-publications/) - These items are available at the TLA Building during July and August. Please contact us at temagamilakes1931@gmail.com for further details. - [Name Plates](https://tla-temagami.ca/product-category/name-plates/) - Name plates are $60.00 each and are available for pick up at the TLA Building in July and August. They must be ordered in advance. Please note that new “Class A” members can purchase them for $20.00 each as part of their new membership packages.