A Shift in South Algonquin: Reports of Theft Raise Questions About Changing Conditions
A Shift in South Algonquin: Reports of Theft Raise Questions About Changing Conditions There was a time in South Algonquin when people didn’t think twice about leaving their doors unlocked. Keys stayed in vehicles. Roadside stands ran on honesty. Payment boxes sat unattended, and people trusted that what was taken would be paid for. That […]
Flying Feathers – What Does Grandfathered Obligation Mean?
Flying Feathers – What Does “Grandfathered Obligation” Mean? The Question Behind Funding the private Flying Feathers Archery Club (updated 2026-04-04 with new historical documents from council records) Flying Feathers Archery Club is a membership based non-profit club that serves recreation opportunities to between 20-30 people in the Township of South Algonquin annually. For years, South […]
Township Integrity Page Updated After South Algonquin Matters Review
Township Integrity Page Updated After South Algonquin Matters Review The Township of South Algonquin has updated its Integrity Commissioner webpage following a recent review by South Algonquin Matters. The sequence of events raises questions about how and when public information is updated and made accessible. What Was Observed Before As of March 12, 2026, screenshots […]
Committee Membership: What the Rules Actually Say
Committee Membership: What the Rules Actually Say When a municipality creates committees, there are two key documents that govern how they operate: the Procedural By-law, which sets out how meetings and committees function, and the Terms of Reference, which define the purpose, structure, and membership of individual committees. In South Algonquin, only the Economic Development […]
EcDev Committee Change Raises Questions About Process
On March 12, 2026, staff removed a community member of the South Algonquin’s Economic Development Committee (EDC). The change has prompted questions about how committee rules are being applied. The situation centers on the removal of a community member following a determination that the individual was no longer residing within the Township.
Building Inspection Leads to Record-Keeping Questions
Building Inspection Leads to Record-Keeping Questions A routine building inspection at a local business in South Algonquin highlights inspection practices, municipal record keeping, and how accessible government records are to residents. An insulation inspection later led to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request, an appeal to the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, and enquiries […]
Integrity Commissioner Findings Hard to Find
Integrity Commissioner Findings Hard to Find Screenshot taken 2026-03-12 The Integrity Commissioner Page Integrity Commissioners investigate complaints about council members. They review possible breaches of the municipal Code of Conduct and the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. When a complaint is investigated, the commissioner may issue a public report with findings and make recommendations. Municipalities […]
Walkout at Council Meeting after Deputy Mayor Suggestion
Walkout at Council Meeting after Deputy Mayor Suggestion Municipal council meetings are where important decisions about a community are made. Residents expect their elected representatives to debate issues openly, even when opinions differ. Disagreement is normal in democratic government. But leadership also means staying at the table when those disagreements happen. A moment during a […]
Council Leases Employment Centre to Agilec for $500/month
Council Leases Employment Centre to Agilec for $500/month In May and June 2025, South Algonquin council discussed a proposal to lease municipal space to Agilec, an employment and training service provider. Agilec operates employment support programs across several communities in eastern Ontario, helping people connect with job training, resume assistance, and employment counselling. Agilec’s arrival […]