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Current Notices
By-Law 25 - 11 Solid Fuel Burning Heating Appliances
Chapter 251 of The Municipal Act, 2001 requires the Township of James to give notice of the passage of certain by-laws.
‘Draft’ By-Law 25-11 is scheduled to be adopted at the November 12th, 2025 Regular Council Meeting and is available for review at the Township Office during business hours.
By-Law 25-1: Being a By-Law to control and regulate the installation of solid fuel burning heating appliances within the Township of James
All written/oral comments or concerns regarding the by-law will be considered by Council at that time.
For additional information, please contact Teri-Lynn Jibb, Deputy Clerk at the above address.
October 15, 2025.
‘Draft’ By-Law 25-11 is scheduled to be adopted at the November 12th, 2025 Regular Council Meeting and is available for review at the Township Office during business hours.
By-Law 25-1: Being a By-Law to control and regulate the installation of solid fuel burning heating appliances within the Township of James
All written/oral comments or concerns regarding the by-law will be considered by Council at that time.
For additional information, please contact Teri-Lynn Jibb, Deputy Clerk at the above address.
October 15, 2025.
By-Law 25-12: Sea Can's
Chapter 251 of The Municipal Act, 2001 requires the Township of James to give notice of the passage of certain by-laws.
‘Draft’ By-Law 25-12 is scheduled to be adopted at the November 12th, 2025 Regular Council Meeting and is available for review at the Township Office during business hours.
By-Law 25-12: Being a By-Law to amend By-Law 09-13 Being a By-Law to prohibit the use of pre-fabricated metal storage units/containers (sea Containers) within the Township of James.
All written/oral comments or concerns regarding the by-law will be considered by Council at that time.
For additional information, please contact Teri-Lynn Jibb, Deputy Clerk at the above address.
October 15, 2025.
‘Draft’ By-Law 25-12 is scheduled to be adopted at the November 12th, 2025 Regular Council Meeting and is available for review at the Township Office during business hours.
By-Law 25-12: Being a By-Law to amend By-Law 09-13 Being a By-Law to prohibit the use of pre-fabricated metal storage units/containers (sea Containers) within the Township of James.
All written/oral comments or concerns regarding the by-law will be considered by Council at that time.
For additional information, please contact Teri-Lynn Jibb, Deputy Clerk at the above address.
October 15, 2025.
Attention Boaters: No-Wake Zone - Standardized Shoreline Speed Restriction
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In an effort to protect the environment, shoreline property owners and the safety of all boaters and swimmers, a Standardized Shoreline Speed Limit of 10 km/h within 30 metres of shore was established by Transport Canada and is regulated under the Boating Restriction Regulations, part of the Canada Shipping Act.
It is illegal to operate at greater than the unposted Standardized Shoreline Speed Limit of 10 km/h (6 mph) within 30 metres (100 feet) of shore in the waters of Ontario. This limit is in effect whether it is posted or not.
This rule concerning safe speed applies to every type of water vessel.
The operator should always be aware of what’s happening on the water. It is important to take all circumstances into consideration which could potentially place the vessel and other vessels in a dangerous situation.
The operator must also avoid endangering the safety of persons involved in any activity in all waters. While navigating, you should always be on the lookout for and pay close attention to swimmers.
Important
You must know and follow the unposted 10 km/h speed limit within 30 metres of shore when you are boating. If you do not respect this speed restriction, you could be fined.
For further information, please refer to Transport Canada’s VORR Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations (SOR/2008-120)
🚨 See a Boater Breaking the Rules? Here’s what to do! 🌊
If you witness a boater speeding near shore or operating unsafely:
✅ Note the vessel’s registration number
✅ Record the time, location, and details
✅ Report it to:
📞 OPP (Ontario Provincial Police)
📱 1-888-310-1122 (non-emergency)
📟 OR call 911 in an emergency
🌲 MNRF TIPS Line (for natural resource violations)
📞 1-877-847-7667
💻 Report online: ontario.ca/page/report-resource-violation
Let’s work together to keep our waterways safe and respectful for everyone.
Canada Post Strike
In the event of a Canada Post strike, the Township may be unable to mail Past Due Notices and Final Billing. However, you are still required to make payments by the due date, even if you do not receive a physical bill.
To check the status of your account, please call us at (705) 678-2237 or email us at info@jamestwp.ca.
To check the status of your account, please call us at (705) 678-2237 or email us at info@jamestwp.ca.
Burning Permits
Effective April 1st – October 31st
Under the authority of Township of James’ By-Law #03-21 and the Ministry of Natural Resources Municipal Forest Fire Management Agreement, NO fire permits will be issued for open burning within the Township of James. Failure to comply may result in charges under the Forest Fire Prevention Act, R.S.O. 1990.
Burning is allowed only in incinerators that must be inspected and approved by the Fire Department before a permit will be issued.
You are asked to contact the Elk Lake Fire Department by calling (705) 648-4903 or (705) 678-2320 to obtain a permit.
Regular Council Meeting Location
All future Council Meetings will be at the LEGION.
Join us at the Legion on the SECOND Wednesday of each month.
Submissions should be sent to info@jamestwp.ca or dropped off at the Township office at least 72 hours in advance.
Agendas and minutes are on our website www.elklake.ca. If you prefer a paper copy, please call or stop in at the Township Office.
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If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Township Office at
705-678-2237
Thank you,
Township of James