Amalgamation Process

Pre-Amalgamation Milestones

High Level Project Overview

The Amalgamation Process Overview

Participants reviewed the amalgamation process according to legislation in the Municipal Government Act, sections 99.1 to 106, as follows:

  1. Provide written notice to Minister of Municipal Affairs. (completed February 14, 2023)
  2. Meet to discuss and negotiate mandatory items and inform the Minister of discussion progress. (started November 2, 2023)
  3. Draft a report on the results of negotiations, including a summary of views expressed during public consultation. (not started)
  4. Each Council considers the report and individually determines, by resolution, if they wish to proceed with amalgamation. (not started)
  5. The Minister recommends a formation Order in Council (OC) to cabinet for approval and signing by the Lieutenant Governor in Council. (not started)

It was noted that step one was completed and acknowledged by the Minister in February 2023, and that the Minister is expecting the County and Village to move forward with completing the next steps.

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