2026.10.20 – Ordinary meeting of the Gatineau City Council held in the Jean-Despréz hall of the Maison du citoyen, 25 Laurier Street, Gatineau, on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at
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DECISION ON THE REVIEW OF THE DECISION OF THE DEMOLITION COMMITTEE CONCERNING 349, BOULEVARD ALEXANDRE-TACHÉ
CONSIDERING THAT on December 19, 2025, a request for a certificate of authorization for the demolition of the main building located at 349, boulevard Alexandre-Taché was filed (lot 1 286 494 of the Quebec cadastre);
CONSIDERING THAT the request is accompanied by a land reuse plan that provides for the construction of a new main building of 3 to 6 stories, for the purpose of creating 161 units;
CONSIDERING THAT the Demolition Committee, at its 239th meeting on May 20, 2026, rendered its decision approving the request, for the reasons stated therein;
CONSIDERING the request for review that was filed, within the time limits provided by the Law;
CONSIDERING the documents filed with the Demolition Committee and as part of the review request, the documents being listed in the document attached to this resolution (Report filed with the CDD including the extract of the CDD minutes);
CONSIDERING THAT the interested persons were able to be heard during the special council meeting held on October 6, 2026;
CONSIDERING THAT the council has taken note of all the documents filed and the information and clarifications that were communicated during the special meeting of October 6, 2026;
CONSIDERING THAT the council has analyzed and weighed the criteria provided for in section 22 of By-law number 900-2021 aimed at governing the demolition of buildings on the territory of the City of Gatineau and that it is convinced of the appropriateness of authorizing the demolition here in that, with regard to the building, in particular:
1st The components, integrity, and stability of the building involve significant damage; 2nd The costs for the restoration of said building are high; 3rd The plan relating to the projected use of the building will allow for maintaining and contributing to the built framework and is otherwise compatible with the objectives of the urban plan;
CONSIDERING THAT it is essential that the preliminary land reuse plan be realized and that it be done in compliance with certain conditions including obtaining approval from the municipal council under:
- By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025;
- By-law respecting specific projects for the construction, modification, or occupation of a building number 507-2005;
- By-law respecting conditional uses number 506-2005:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR MICHAEL KORHONEN, AND RESOLVED THAT this council, subject to the conditions set out below, authorizes the demolition of the main building erected on lot 1 286 494 of the Quebec cadastre, whose civic number is 349, boulevard Alexandre-Taché, and this, conditionally upon:
the filing by the applicant, before the issuance of the certificate of authorization for the demolition work, of proof of the accomplishment of one of the two following options:
Any document demonstrating an agreement reached with each of the eight existing tenants who were recipients of the notice to tenants regarding the intention to demolish the building, or, failing the filing of all these agreements, any document demonstrating:
The payment of actual moving expenses, which cannot be less than $500 and the payment, to the targeted tenants, of an indemnity equivalent to one month's rent for each 12-month period of uninterrupted rental of the unit by the tenant. The indemnity cannot, however, exceed an amount representing 24 months of rent nor be less than an amount representing 3 months of rent.
Furthermore, that:
- the land reuse project submitted with the request and concerning the construction of a residential building of 161 units be approved by the council and that this project be realized;
- the demolition authorization be subject to compliance with all of the following conditions:
1st That, prior to the issuance of the demolition permit, a monetary guarantee in the amount of $50,000 be deposited with the City in the form of a financial guarantee letter, which must be irrevocable and valid until 12 months after the date of issuance of the certificate of authorization, and this, to guarantee compliance with the conditions provided for in this resolution, including the demolition of the building, under the conditions and terms provided; 2nd That the building permit for the replacement main building be issued simultaneously with the issuance of the certificate of authorization for the demolition work; 3rd That the demolition work be finalized within six months of the issuance of the certificate of authorization.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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VALORIZATION OF BIOGAS FROM THE STARRE INTO RENEWABLE NATURAL GAS - NEGOTIATION MANDATE
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau wishes to maximize the environmental and economic value of the biogas produced at the StaRRE and contribute to the achievement of its greenhouse gas emission reduction objectives;
CONSIDERING THAT a portion of the surplus biogas produced at the StaRRE is currently burned due to a lack of operational use;
CONSIDERING THAT the proposed project consists of capturing the biogas produced by the City, then entrusting Enbridge Gaz Québec with the construction and operation of the purification, compression, and injection facilities for renewable natural gas into the local gas network;
CONSIDERING THAT the presented production is estimated at 3.8 Mm³ of biogas per year, corresponding to approximately 2.1 Mm³ of renewable natural gas after conversion;
CONSIDERING THAT Enbridge Gaz Québec assumes the investment required for the purification and injection infrastructure and that a subsidy of $8.79 M from the PSPGNR is confirmed for this infrastructure, subject to the amendment mentioned in the file;
CONSIDERING THAT the estimated annual revenues for the City are between $485,000 and $624,000 depending on the negotiated sharing scenario, and that the preferred scenario aims to maximize financial benefits for the City;
CONSIDERING THAT the Environment and Climate Change Commission, through its recommendation CELCC-2026-03, recommends that the municipal council adopt a partnership with Enbridge Gaz Québec in order to valorize the biogas in its gas network;
CONSIDERING THAT the characteristics of the contract must be filed and approved by the Régie de l’énergie and that no agreement can come into force without the authorization of the municipal council:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR RACHEL M. DESLAURIERS, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR JEAN LESSARD, AND RESOLVED THAT to follow up on the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-706 of October 20, 2026, this council mandates:
- the administration to negotiate with Enbridge Gaz Québec an agreement aimed at the valorization of the biogas produced at the StaRRE into renewable natural gas and its injection into the local gas network. This negotiation must frame in particular the duration of the agreement, the transfer or dismantling of the facilities without residual cost for the City, the right of oversight and performance monitoring, the quality of the gas, the risks related to the volumes produced, and the evolution of the energy needs of the StaRRE;
- the administration to prioritize, within the framework of this negotiation, the profit-sharing scenario presented in the file, with the objective of maximizing financial benefits for the City;
Furthermore, the final agreement must be submitted to the municipal council for approval before its entry into force.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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Establishment of Property Sub-categories, Modification of Sectors for General Property Tax Purposes, and Guidelines for the 2027-2029 Property Assessment Roll
CONSIDERING THAT the Assessment Department must, pursuant to the Loi sur la fiscalité municipale (RLRQ, chapter F-2.1, hereinafter "the Act"), file the new property assessment roll applicable to the years 2027, 2028, and 2029;
CONSIDERING THAT the Loi sur la fiscalité municipale authorizes the creation and modification of sub-categories and sectors upon the filing of a new assessment roll;
CONSIDERING THAT this council, by its resolution number CM-2026-622, announced its intention to create or modify sub-categories and sectors as part of the filing of the 2027-2028-2029 roll;
CONSIDERING THAT the application of the Loi sur la fiscalité municipale imposes strict legal constraints regarding compliance with minimum and maximum thresholds governing the setting of tax rates for property categories in relation to the base rate;
CONSIDERING THAT in 2026, the City of Gatineau reached the ceiling thresholds for the non-residential category and that, without a modification by the government allowing an adjustment of the maximum threshold for this category, an unfavorable fiscal transfer of nearly $50M would have been made to other property categories for the 2026 fiscal year;
CONSIDERING THAT other property categories (industrial, serviced vacant land, six dwellings or more) also reached their upper thresholds in 2026, causing shortfalls;
CONSIDERING THAT the City wishes to adopt a fiscal structure for the years 2027 and beyond that allows for compliance with all legal thresholds, preserves the stability of municipal revenues, and mitigates fiscal shocks for taxpayers;
CONSIDERING THAT the Finance Department has presented a detailed analysis of various fiscal scenarios, one of which is best aligned with the City's objectives and the council's priorities;
CONSIDERING THAT the designation of sub-categories must be communicated to the assessor to allow them to record them in the assessment roll:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, SECONDED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, AND RESOLVED THAT, following the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-675 of September 29, 2026, as well as the recommendation added to the modification number CE-2026-710 of October 20, 2026, this council:
• Authorizes the cancellation, upon the entry into force of the 2027, 2028, 2029 roll, of sectors based on existing neighborhood units of the 2024-2025-2026 roll for the residual category; • Authorizes the creation of new sectors for the residual category based on neighborhood units as indicated in the 2027, 2028, 2029 roll; • Establishes, in accordance with sections 244.30 to 244.37 of the Act, the following property categories on the city's territory:
- The non-residential property category;
- The industrial property category;
- The serviced vacant land category;
- The forest property category;
- The agricultural property category;
- The residual category. • Authorizes the creation of the following sub-categories within the residual property category:
- Properties with 1 to 5 dwellings;
- Properties with 6 dwellings or more;
- Residual properties (without dwellings). • Maintains the application of the measure for spreading property value variations over three years for the duration of the 2027-2028-2029 assessment roll, in order to mitigate fiscal shocks and ensure a gradual transition for taxpayers.
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MINOR VARIANCES - RECONSTRUCT A CARPORT - 207, RUE CARON - PARC-DE-LA-MONTAGNE–SAINT-RAYMOND ELECTORAL DISTRICT - ISABELLE COUSINEAU
CONSIDERING THAT a request for the reconstruction of a carport attached to the main building has been made for the property located at 207, rue Caron;
CONSIDERING THAT a minor variance to Zoning By-law number 532-2020 is required to allow this expansion, which would present a building/land ratio of 0.35 while the specification grid for zone Ha-09-002 prescribes a maximum ratio of 0.3;
CONSIDERING THAT a minor variance to section 145 of Zoning By-law number 532-2020 is required to allow this expansion, which requires a front setback of 5 m, while, in accordance with the insertion rule, the calculated front setback is 9.2 m;
CONSIDERING THAT the proposed carport expansion will cover the projected access ramp included in the project to facilitate access to the building for one of the occupants who is a person with reduced mobility;
CONSIDERING THAT it is possible to modify the project so that it complies with the zoning by-law;
CONSIDERING THAT the project complies with all applicable provisions of Zoning By-law number 532-2020, with the exception of those covered by this request for minor variances;
CONSIDERING THAT in accordance with the provisions of By-law number 851-2023 on the methods of publication of public notices, a public notice was published on September 30, 2026, on the City of Gatineau's website and that it was published at least 15 days before the meeting where the council must rule on the request for minor variances, as indicated in section 145.6 of the Loi sur l’aménagement et l’urbanisme (Act respecting land use planning and development);
CONSIDERING THAT the Urban Planning Advisory Committee, at its meeting of September 28, 2026, did not ratify the recommendation of the Urban Planning and Sustainable Development Service, and recommends that the council grant the requested minor variances, since it believes that they do not infringe upon the enjoyment of the right of ownership of the owners of neighboring properties:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR ISABELLE COUSINEAU, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council grants minor variances to Zoning By-law number 532-2020, in order to:
- increase the building/land ratio from 0.3 to 0.35;
- reduce the minimum front setback from 9.2 m to 5 m.
As illustrated in the project analysis on the plan entitled:
- Identification of the minor variance - Uni Architecture – August 19, 2025, annotated by the SUDD – May 2026.
Furthermore, it is resolved that this resolution shall be without effect for elements not completed as of October 20, 2031.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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MINOR VARIANCES - CONSTRUCT A COMMUNITY BUILDING - 975, BOULEVARD SAINT-JOSEPH - L'ORÉE-DU-PARC ELECTORAL DISTRICT - ISABELLE N. MIRON
CONSIDERING THAT a request to construct a building for community use and a multi-level garage has been made for the property located at 975, boulevard Saint-Joseph;
CONSIDERING THAT the project consists of constructing a main building for community use and a multi-level accessory building dedicated to a garage, all serving the new Headquarters of the Gatineau Police Service;
CONSIDERING THAT the municipal council authorized the acquisition of the land at 975, boulevard Saint-Joseph and 80, rue Jean-Proulx for the construction of the Gatineau Police Service Headquarters, according to resolution number CM-2024-335;
CONSIDERING THAT the municipal council also authorized the amendment of Zoning By-law number 532-2020 by creating zone Co-10-090 allowing the uses required by the Gatineau Police Service Headquarters, according to resolution number CM-2024-782;
CONSIDERING THAT the municipal council also approved the PIIA project for institutional projects and granted three minor variances concerning the front setback, door threshold height, and the number of trees on the land necessary for the realization of the Gatineau Police Service Headquarters, according to resolution numbers CM-2026-100 and CM-2025-675;
CONSIDERING THAT a certificate of authorization was issued for the demolition of the existing building at 975, boulevard Saint-Joseph;
CONSIDERING THAT the project requires the granting, by the council, of two minor variances to Zoning By-law number 532-2020 aimed at increasing the minimum width of the one-way access and reducing the width of the grass strip surrounding a parking space;
CONSIDERING THAT the requested minor variances are required in order to provide sufficient and safe facilities for the operations of the Gatineau Police Service Headquarters;
CONSIDERING THAT the requested minor variances do not cause prejudice to the right of enjoyment of the properties neighboring the project, except for the grass strip surrounding the parking space;
CONSIDERING THAT a compensatory measure has been planned along the south property line by increasing the dimensions of the green islands in order to mitigate the prejudice caused by the reduction of the grass strip;
CONSIDERING THAT in accordance with the provisions of By-law number 851-2023 on the methods of publication of public notices, a public notice was published on September 30, 2026, on the City of Gatineau's website and that it was published at least 15 days before the meeting where the council must rule on the request for minor variances, as indicated in section 145.6 of the Loi sur l’aménagement et l’urbanisme (Act respecting land use planning and development);
CONSIDERING THAT the Urban Planning Advisory Committee, at its meeting of September 28, 2026, ratified the recommendation of the Urban Planning and Sustainable Development Service:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR ISABELLE N. MIRON, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council grants minor variances to Zoning By-law number 532-2020, for a project located at 975, boulevard Saint-Joseph, in order to construct the Gatineau Police Service Headquarters, involving the following minor variances:
- Increase the maximum width of a one-way access from 6 m to 8.5 m;
- Reduce the minimum width of the grass strip surrounding a parking space from 1 m to 0 m.
All as illustrated in the project analysis in the plan entitled:
- Plan identifying the requested minor variances - Lemay architectes (modified by the SUDD) – September 3, 2026.
Furthermore, it is resolved that this resolution shall be without effect for elements not completed as of October 20, 2031.
Adopted. Councillor Isabelle N. Miron leaves her seat at 8:32 p.m. [VOTE: adopted]
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SECOND RESOLUTION - PPCMOI - CONSTRUCT AN INTEGRATED RESIDENTIAL PROJECT TOTALING 19 UNITS - 130, RUE LAVAL AND 121, RUE KENT - HULL-WRIGHT ELECTORAL DISTRICT - STEVE MORAN
CONSIDERING THAT a request for a specific project for the construction, modification, or occupation of a building (PPCMOI) has been made for the properties located at 130, rue Laval and 121, rue Kent;
CONSIDERING THAT the project aims to construct an integrated residential project composed of two buildings of three and five stories totaling 19 units;
CONSIDERING THAT this PPCMOI request aims to renew resolution number CM-2019-718, which expired on November 19, 2024, and that the submitted project concerns the same elements as those authorized by that resolution;
CONSIDERING THAT the project received a favorable recommendation from the Urban Planning Advisory Committee during its meeting of May 23, 2023, and was approved by the municipal council, by its resolution number CM-2023-432 as part of the processing of the PIIA request, and that this resolution remains valid until June 6, 2028, i.e., for a period of five years;
CONSIDERING THAT the project will require a cadastral operation for the consolidation of two lots into a single plot of land with an area of 767 m2;
CONSIDERING THAT the project is located in a residential designation area and in a hub of the urban structure (priority level 1), as identified on the urbanization management map of the Urban Plan;
CONSIDERING THAT the project is sited in a way to ensure the continuity of the built framework of rue Kent through the construction of a single-family dwelling, while offering optimal framing of Parc Fontaine thanks to the siting of a multi-family dwelling of 18 units on rue Laval;
CONSIDERING THAT the PPCMOI request respects the objectives of the Urban Plan, particularly in terms of densification within the structuring hubs of the territory and the consolidation of development within the existing urban fabric;
CONSIDERING THAT the project respects the applicable evaluation criteria of the By-law respecting specific projects for the construction, modification, or occupation of a building number 507-2005, particularly those aimed at the compatibility of the occupation with the insertion environment as well as the enhancement of the public domain, particularly Parc Fontaine located opposite the project;
CONSIDERING THAT the Urban Planning Advisory Committee, at its meeting of August 31, 2026, ratified the recommendation of the Urban Planning and Sustainable Development Service;
CONSIDERING THAT during the municipal council meeting of September 22, 2026, the first resolution number CM-2026-643 was adopted;
CONSIDERING THAT a public consultation assembly was held on October 13, 2026:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council approves, without change, under the By-law respecting specific projects for the construction, modification, or occupation of a building number 507-2005, the second resolution of the specific construction project at 130, rue Laval and 121, rue Kent, in order to allow the construction of an integrated residential project of 19 units, described as follows:
- The number of buildings constituting the integrated residential project is two;
- The minimum number of units per building is one;
- The width of the land is 20 m;
- The area of the amenity spaces is 90 m2;
- The number of stories is five;
- The rear setback is 1.5 m;
- The right side setback is 0.5 m;
- The width of the two-way circulation aisle is 4.5 m;
- The width of the landscaped strips along the access aisle is 0 m.
As illustrated in the project analysis in the plans entitled:
- Plan of the project siting and identification of the elements covered by the PPCMOI – Mathieu Fournier, land surveyor – May 5, 2026 – Annotated by the SUDD – 130, rue Laval and 121, rue Kent;
- Proposed elevations – 130, rue Laval – PTabet Architecte – June 6, 2026 – 130, rue Laval and 121, rue Kent;
- Proposed elevations – 121, rue Kent – PTabet Architecte – June 6, 2026 – Annotated by the SUDD – 130, rue Laval and 121, rue Kent;
- Perspectives PTabet Architecte – June 6, 2026 and May 3, 2023 – 130, rue Laval and 121, rue Kent.
Furthermore, it is resolved that this resolution shall be without effect for elements not completed as of the date of final adoption of the project.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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SECOND DRAFT BY-LAW NUMBER 532-64-2026 AMENDING ZONING BY-LAW NUMBER 532-2020 IN ORDER TO AUTHORIZE THE USES "CHURCH, SYNAGOGUE, MOSQUE AND TEMPLE (6911)" AND "OTHER RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES (6919)" IN ZONE CO-04-058 - LAC-BEAUCHAMP ELECTORAL DISTRICT - TIMMY D. JUTRAS
CONSIDERING THAT a request for an amendment to Zoning By-law number 532-2020 has been filed in order to authorize the community uses "Church, synagogue, mosque and temple (6911)" and "Other religious activities (6919)" in commercial zone Co-04-058;
CONSIDERING THAT at its meeting of August 17, 2026, the Urban Planning Advisory Committee recommended that the municipal council approve an amendment to Zoning By-law number 532-2020 aimed at authorizing the uses "Church, synagogue, mosque and temple (6911)" and "Other religious activities (6919)" in commercial zone Co-04-058;
CONSIDERING THAT during the municipal council meeting of September 22, 2026, notice of motion number AM-2026-644 was given and the draft by-law was adopted;
CONSIDERING THAT a public consultation assembly was held on October 13, 2026:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR TIMMY D. JUTRAS, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council adopts, without change, the second draft of By-law number 532-64-2026 amending Zoning By-law number 532-2020 in order to authorize the community uses "Church, synagogue, mosque and temple (6911)" and "Other religious activities (6919)" in commercial zone Co-04-058.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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NOTICE OF MOTION AND FILING OF DRAFT BY-LAW NUMBER 989-1-2026 AMENDING BY-LAW NUMBER 989-2025 IN ORDER TO INCREASE THE EXPENDITURE AND BORROWING BY $478,517 TO FINANCE THE CITY OF GATINEAU'S PARTICIPATION IN THE LOW-INCOME HOUSING RENOVATION PROGRAM (PRHLM)
NOTICE OF MOTION is given by Councillor Caroline Murray that she will propose, or that it will be proposed at a future council meeting, the adoption of By-law number 989-1-2026 amending By-law number 989-2025 in order to increase the expenditure and borrowing by $478,517 to finance the City of Gatineau's participation in the Low-Income Housing Renovation Program (PRHLM).
In accordance with the provisions of section 356 of the Loi sur les cités et villes (Cities and Towns Act), she files at this meeting the draft by-law number 989-1-2026.
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BY-LAW NUMBER 501-85-2026 AMENDING THE ADMINISTRATION OF URBAN PLANNING BY-LAWS NUMBER 501-2005 IN ORDER TO ADD PROVISIONS RELATING TO PERMIT OR CERTIFICATE APPLICATIONS
CONSIDERING THAT the Espace promoteur (Promoter Space) will be implemented in October 2026;
CONSIDERING THAT the By-law concerning agreements relating to municipal works number 1018-2026 came into force on July 15, 2026;
CONSIDERING THAT under section 119 of the Loi sur l’aménagement et l’urbanisme (Act respecting land use planning and development) (Chapter A-19.1), a municipality may, by by-law, prescribe the plans and documents that must be submitted by the applicant in support of their permit or certificate application and establish a fee schedule for the issuance of permits and certificates, or a category thereof established according to the type of construction or proposed use;
CONSIDERING THAT under section 116 of the Loi sur l’aménagement et l’urbanisme (Act respecting land use planning and development) (Chapter A-19.1), a municipality may, by by-law, provide that no building permit will be granted unless the water and sewer services that have been the subject of an authorization or permit issued under the law are established on the street along which the construction is proposed or that the by-law decreeing their installation is in force;
CONSIDERING THAT during the municipal council meeting of September 22, 2026, notice of motion number AM-2026-674 was given and the draft by-law was adopted;
CONSIDERING THAT a public consultation assembly was held on October 13, 2026:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR MICHAEL KORHONEN, AND RESOLVED THAT this council adopts, with changes, By-law number 501-85-2026 amending the Administration of Urban Planning By-laws number 501-2005 in order to add provisions relating to permit or certificate applications.
Adopted. Councillor Isabelle N. Miron resumes her seat at 8:35 p.m. [VOTE: adopted]
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BY-LAW NUMBER 1013-2026 AUTHORIZING AN EXPENDITURE AND A LOAN OF $1,980,000 FOR THE REALIZATION OF A SYNTHETIC SURFACE AT PARC ERNEST-GABOURY
CONSIDERING THAT a notice of motion regarding by-law number 1013-2026 was given during the council meeting of September 22, 2026, and that the by-law was filed there, all in compliance with section 356 of the Loi sur les cités et villes (Cities and Towns Act);
CONSIDERING THAT the mentions enacted in section 356 of the Loi sur les cités et villes (Cities and Towns Act) (LRQ, c. C-19) have been made by the clerk:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR CATHERINE CRAIG-ST-LOUIS, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, AND RESOLVED THAT to follow up on the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-708 of October 20, 2026, this council adopts, with changes, By-law number 1013-2026 authorizing an expenditure and a loan of $1,980,000 for the realization of a synthetic surface at Parc Ernest-Gaboury.
Adopted. Councillor Chloé Bourgeois resumes her seat at 8:36 p.m. [VOTE: adopted]
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BY-LAW NUMBER 519-5-2026 ALLOWING A "RETURN CENTER" AT 35, BOULEVARD DU PLATEAU AND 1685, RUE ATMEC - LA RIVIÈRE-BLANCHE AND DU PLATEAU ELECTORAL DISTRICTS - JEAN LESSARD AND BETTYNA BÉLIZAIRE
CONSIDERING THAT a notice of motion regarding by-law number 519-5-2026 was given during the council meeting of September 22, 2026, and that the by-law was filed there, all in compliance with section 356 of the Loi sur les cités et villes (Cities and Towns Act):
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR JEAN LESSARD, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR BETTYNA BÉLIZAIRE, AND RESOLVED THAT to follow up on the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-703 of October 20, 2026, this council adopts By-law number 519-5-2026 allowing a "return center" at 35, boulevard du Plateau and 1685, rue Atmec.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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OUTAOUAIS CYCLING NETWORK DEVELOPMENT SECTORAL AGREEMENT 2026-2030
CONSIDERING THAT the development and promotion of the cycling network in the Outaouais are supported by numerous local stakeholders and are part of the regional priority aimed at diversifying our economy;
CONSIDERING recent studies that confirm the strong potential for increased development of the cycling offer in the region;
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau adopted a Master Plan for the cycling network in 2018, updated in 2024;
CONSIDERING THAT concerted work with the other RCMs (MRCs) of the Outaouais will allow for better alignment of the cycling offer in the region and the consolidation of its ecosystem:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR CATHERINE CRAIG-ST-LOUIS, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, AND RESOLVED THAT to follow up on the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-701 of October 20, 2026, this council authorizes Mayor Maude Marquis-Bissonnette to sign the Outaouais Cycling Network Development Sectoral Agreement 2026-2030, including a financial contribution of at most $27,000 from the City of Gatineau. A certificate from the treasurer was issued on October 16, 2026.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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OUTAOUAIS RENEWABLE ENERGY AND CLIMATE TRANSITION SECTORAL AGREEMENT 2026-2030
CONSIDERING THAT the Outaouais region has set as a regional priority to promote adaptation to climate change as well as energy transition by ensuring sustainable development;
CONSIDERING THAT the Conference of Prefects of the Outaouais has identified the development of renewable energies and climate transition as one of its priorities;
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau, through its Climate Plan and its 2036 Strategic Plan, promotes thoughtful urban development that protects natural environments, favors sustainable transport, and adapts to climate change;
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau wishes, via this sectoral development agreement, to finance in particular feasibility studies, which will allow for the identification of the most promising sectors and projects in terms of renewable energy:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR RACHEL M. DESLAURIERS, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, AND RESOLVED THAT to follow up on the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-702 of October 20, 2026, this council authorizes Mayor Maude Marquis-Bissonnette to sign the Outaouais Renewable Energy and Climate Transition Sectoral Agreement 2026-2030, including a financial contribution of at most $85,000 from the City of Gatineau. A certificate from the treasurer was issued on October 16, 2026.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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PIIA - CONSTRUCT A MIXED-USE BUILDING - 5, RUE JOE-GORMAN - MITIGOMIJOKAN ELECTORAL DISTRICT - RACHEL M. DESLAURIERS
CONSIDERING THAT a request to modify an integrated project PIIA has been made for the buildings located at 265 and 269, rue Nancy-Elliott;
CONSIDERING THAT the approved integrated residential project consisted of constructing eight four-story multi-family buildings containing a total of 230 units;
CONSIDERING THAT the modification request aims to replace two four-story residential buildings totaling 42 units with a single six-story mixed-use building (residential and commercial) comprising 73 units;
CONSIDERING THAT the proposed modifications to the project aim to replace two residential buildings with a new mixed-use building; the addresses 265 and 269 rue Nancy-Elliott will be replaced by 5, rue Joe-Gorman;
CONSIDERING THAT the proposed modifications will add 31 new units and a commercial space facing rue Joe-Gorman to the approved project;
CONSIDERING THAT the proposed modifications entail the replacement of two buildings similar to the buildings already constructed with a single building distinct in its size, volume, materials, colors, and use, and that these modifications mostly respect the criteria of the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025 currently applicable;
CONSIDERING THAT the proposed modifications also entail modifications to the siting, vehicle circulation, pedestrian circulation, and landscaping, and that these modifications mostly respect the criteria of the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025 currently applicable.
CONSIDERING THAT the proposed modification project complies with the provisions of Zoning By-law number 532-2020;
CONSIDERING THAT the Urban Planning Advisory Committee, at its meeting of September 28, 2026, ratified the recommendation of the Urban Planning and Sustainable Development Service:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR RACHEL M. DESLAURIERS, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council approves, under the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025, a project at 5, rue Joe-Gorman (265-269, rue Nancy-Elliott), in order to construct a mixed-use building, as illustrated in the project analysis in the plans in the documents entitled:
- Approved master plan and modified master plan – Les Habitations Bouladier – April 19, 2022 and September 16, 2026 – 235-259, rue Nancy-Elliott and 5, rue Joe-Gorman;
- Approved floor materials and modified floor materials - Les Habitations Bouladier – April 19, 2022 and September 16, 2026 – 235-259, rue Nancy-Elliott and 5, rue Joe-Gorman;
- Approved planting plan and modified planting plan - Les Habitations Bouladier – April 19, 2022 and September 16, 2026 – 235-259, rue Nancy-Elliott and 5, rue Joe-Gorman;
- Approved amenity area plan and modified amenity area plan - Les Habitations Bouladier – April 19, 2022 and September 16, 2026 – 235-259, rue Nancy-Elliott and 5, rue Joe-Gorman;
- Modified siting project plan – Mathieu Fournier, land surveyor – July 9, 2026 – 5, rue Joe-Gorman;
- Proposed building elevations plan – L’Atelier architecture – April 9, 2026 – 5, rue Joe-Gorman;
- Cladding materials of the constructed buildings and the proposed building – L’Atelier architecture – April 9, 2026 – 5, rue Joe-Gorman.
Furthermore, it is resolved that this resolution shall be without effect for elements not completed as of October 20, 2031.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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PIIA - CONSTRUCT TWO SEMI-DETACHED MULTI-FAMILY DWELLINGS - 11, RUE SYMMES - AYLMER ELECTORAL DISTRICT - VINCENT ROY
CONSIDERING THAT a request to construct two semi-detached multi-family dwellings of four units each has been made for the property located at 11, rue Symmes;
CONSIDERING THAT the property is located in the Explorateurs village insertion sector where construction work for a new building is subject to the approval of the municipal council, under the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 505-2005;
CONSIDERING THAT the project provides for the demolition of the existing main building and the demolition request for the building was approved during the meeting of the Demolition Committee on December 17, 2024;
CONSIDERING THAT the land bearing lot number 2 885 137 of the Quebec cadastre, which constitutes the base of the building that will be demolished, will be subdivided into two distinct lots in order to receive the two proposed semi-detached dwellings;
CONSIDERING THAT the two proposed dwellings are inspired by the architectural characteristics of the buildings found in the insertion environment and will have the appearance of a single building with an isolated structure, thus allowing for harmonious integration with the surrounding buildings, the majority of which are also of isolated structure;
CONSIDERING THAT the project complies with the applicable provisions of Zoning By-law number 532-2020 and that it respects the majority of the applicable objectives and evaluation criteria of the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 505-2005;
CONSIDERING THAT the Urban Planning Advisory Committee, at its meeting of September 28, 2026, ratified the recommendation of the Urban Planning and Sustainable Development Service:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR VINCENT ROY, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council approves, under the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 505-2005, a project at 11, rue Symmes, aimed at constructing two semi-detached multi-family dwellings, as illustrated in the project analysis in the documents entitled:
- Proposed siting project plan – By Hubert-Carpentier, land surveyor – Received September 3, 2026 - 11, rue Symmes – Annotated by the SUDD;
- Proposed front and rear elevations – By Dominique Valiquette, Architect – Received August 20, 2026 - 11, rue Symmes;
- Proposed side elevations – By Dominique Valiquette, Architect - Received August 20, 2026 - 11, rue Symmes;
- Perspective of the two proposed buildings - By Benoit Lamoureux, architectural technologist – Received August 20, 2026 - 11, rue Symmes;
- Perspective of the insertion of the two buildings in their environment - By Benoit Lamoureux, architectural technologist – Received August 20, 2026 - 11, rue Symmes;
- Samples of materials and colors – By the SUDD, according to the information received from the applicant on August 31, 2026 - 11, rue Symmes.
Furthermore, it is resolved that this resolution shall be without effect for elements not completed as of October 20, 2031.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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PROVIDE FOR MUNICIPAL PARTICIPATION IN THE CONTEXT OF THE RENOVATION OF THE REAL ESTATE COMPLEX EI-1058 OF THE OFFICE D'HABITATION DE L'OUTAOUAIS - PROJECT PRHLM-EI1058-P240007, PHASE 2 OF 3 - 26, RUE ARTHUR-BUIES - L'ORÉE-DU-PARC ELECTORAL DISTRICT - ISABELLE N. MIRON
CONSIDERING THAT the Office d'habitation de l'Outaouais (OHO) administers a park of low-income housing, several buildings of which require significant renovation work in order to ensure their longevity and maintain adequate housing conditions for tenants;
CONSIDERING THAT the Société d'habitation du Québec (SHQ) has implemented the Low-Income Housing Renovation Program (PRHLM) in order to support the renovation and reconstruction of the HLM park;
CONSIDERING THAT the program provides for a financial participation of the SHQ equivalent to 90% of the eligible expenses and requires a municipal contribution of 10%;
CONSIDERING THAT the Office d'habitation de l'Outaouais (OHO) has filed a request for financial aid with the Société d'habitation du Québec (SHQ) for the realization of phase 2 of project PRHLM-EI1058-P240007 aimed at the renovation of 26, rue Arthur-Buies, the total cost of which is estimated at $4,785,165;
CONSIDERING THAT the SHQ has confirmed its intention to financially support the project by issuing a letter of intent dated February 1, 2024;
CONSIDERING THAT the issuance of the SHQ's final commitment letter is conditional upon the adoption by the City of Gatineau of a resolution confirming its financial participation in the project;
CONSIDERING THAT the municipal council has provided, for the year 2026 of the 2026-2030 Investment Plan, a budgetary envelope dedicated to the Low-Income Housing Renovation Program (PRHLM) in order to support the realization of eligible projects:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR ISABELLE N. MIRON, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT to follow up on the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-704 of October 20, 2026, this council:
- grants, conditionally upon the receipt of the SHQ's commitment letter, a financial participation of $478,517 to the realization of project PRHLM-EI1058-P240007 - Arthur-Buies (phase 2 of 3) aimed at the interior renovation of the building located at 26, rue Arthur-Buies;
- authorizes the treasurer to finance, by loan by-law, an amount of $478,517, drawn from the sums reserved for the "Low-Income Housing Renovation Program (PRHLM)" envelope provided for in the year 2026 of the 2026-2030 PIVM, and this, conditionally upon the approval of the loan by-law;
- authorizes the treasurer to perform the accounting entries required to follow up on this;
- authorizes the mayor or in her absence the acting mayor and the clerk or in her absence the deputy clerk or the assistant clerk to sign any document necessary to give full effect to this resolution.
A certificate from the treasurer was issued on October 16, 2026.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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AUTHORIZE THE FILING OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE BLUE JAYS FOUNDATION FOR THE REVITALIZATION OF PARC DE L'OISEAU-BLEU
CONSIDERING THAT the City adopted a policy on recreation, sports, and outdoor activities in 2007 which identifies its action priorities for the development of sports, hosting sporting events, and for its service offer at the initiation, recreation, and sports excellence support levels;
CONSIDERING THAT the City works in concert with local organizations to offer diversified and quality services, in accordance with axes 3 and 4 of its policy which deals with support and partnership. Through the partnership with sports organizations, the City thus meets the needs for which it does not possess expertise;
CONSIDERING THAT the organizations have as a mission to see to the development of regional women's baseball and to serve clienteles having a handicap or having an incapacity;
CONSIDERING THAT the City recognizes Baseball Adapté Outaouais (BAO) and the Association de Baseball Féminin de l’Outaouais (ABFO) as privileged partners in the realization of their mission, their vision, and their objectives in physical activity, in sport, in physical literacy, and in the implementation of favorable and inclusive environments for the development of sports actors and communities;
CONSIDERING THAT the missions of the organizations are entirely related to the Policy on recreation, sports, and outdoor activities:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR CATHERINE CRAIG-ST-LOUIS, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR BETTYNA BÉLIZAIRE, AND RESOLVED THAT this council mandates the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Service to file a grant application with the Blue Jays Foundation as well as with any other grant program for the conversion of the existing natural baseball field into a synthetic baseball field.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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PARTICIPATORY GOVERNANCE IN GATINEAU
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau wishes to foster active and significant citizen participation in municipal affairs;
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau proceeded with the creation of the Gatineau Public Participation Office in order to strengthen public participation mechanisms and citizen trust in municipal democratic processes;
CONSIDERING THAT the budget of $400,000 granted to the Citizen Interaction Service in 2025 aimed to support the realization of the Reference Framework regarding citizen participation in municipal affairs;
CONSIDERING THAT the creation of the Gatineau Public Participation Office entails the transfer of certain responsibilities related to the development and evolution of public participation practices;
CONSIDERING THAT the sums provided for this purpose would allow for supporting the work and activities now falling under the Gatineau Public Participation Office;
CONSIDERING THAT the administration proceeded in June 2025 with the presentation to the plenary committee of the major steps and actions (including a financial framework and a schedule) necessary for the implementation of the Public Participation Office in Gatineau, as stipulated by resolution number CM-2025-168:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR VINCENT ROY, SECONDED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, AND RESOLVED THAT to follow up on the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-676 of September 29, 2026, this council authorizes the treasurer to transfer the budget of $400,000 granted to the Citizen Interaction Service in 2025 to support the updating of the Reference Framework regarding citizen participation in municipal affairs, to the Gatineau Public Participation Office as of January 1, 2027.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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PARTICIPATORY GOVERNANCE IN GATINEAU - ADMINISTRATIVE COMPONENT
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau wishes to foster active and significant citizen participation in municipal affairs;
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau proceeded with the creation of the Gatineau Public Participation Office in order to strengthen public participation mechanisms and citizen trust in municipal democratic processes;
CONSIDERING THAT the appointment of an independent presidency constitutes an essential step in the implementation and proper functioning of the Public Participation Office;
CONSIDERING THAT citizen assemblies are recognized as a deliberative mechanism allowing for the deepening of collective reflection on issues of public interest and that they are part of the City's desire to diversify public participation tools;
CONSIDERING THAT the realization of a pilot project for citizen assemblies will allow for evaluating the relevance, benefits, and conditions of implementation:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR VINCENT ROY, SECONDED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, AND RESOLVED THAT to follow up on the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-707 of October 20, 2026, this council:
- mandates the Human Resources Service to create the position of President of the Gatineau Public Participation Office and to propose a selection committee for its staffing;
- accepts the pilot project proposal for citizen assemblies in Gatineau;
- mandates the administration to prepare the documents required to deploy the pilot project of citizen assemblies in Gatineau.
A certificate from the treasurer was issued on October 16, 2026.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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Prior Authorization for Certain Software Procurement Contracts with American Suppliers - IT, Police, and Arts, Culture and Letters Departments
CONSIDERING THAT the government of Quebec enacted, by decree 214-2025 of March 5, 2025, the Règlement imposant des conditions à l’attribution de certains contrats d’approvisionnement par des organismes municipaux;
CONSIDERING THAT this regulation was amended by decree 211-2026 of February 25, 2026;
CONSIDERING THAT this regulation imposes specific conditions on the awarding of certain procurement contracts to companies that do not have an establishment in Quebec or in a territory covered by an applicable intergovernmental agreement;
CONSIDERING THAT section 6 of this regulation provides that a covered contract cannot be awarded by mutual agreement to such a company without the prior authorization of the council of the municipal body;
CONSIDERING THAT the suppliers specifically identified in the decision summary do not have an establishment in Quebec or in a territory covered by an applicable intergovernmental agreement;
CONSIDERING THAT the City uses the software and equipment identified in the decision summary for its municipal activities;
CONSIDERING THAT it is appropriate to obtain the prior authorization of the municipal council to allow for the conclusion or renewal of the contracts expressly identified in the decision summary:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, SECONDED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, AND RESOLVED THAT, following the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-709 of October 20, 2026, this council authorizes in advance, in accordance with section 6 of the Règlement imposant des conditions à l’attribution de certains contrats d’approvisionnement par des organismes municipaux, the conclusion or renewal of procurement contracts relating to the software expressly identified in the decision summary, with the suppliers specifically designated therein.
Funds for this purpose will be taken from the various budget items concerned. A treasurer's certificate was issued on October 16, 2026.
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Support for the Brief - 7 Priorities to Support the Outaouais Audiovisual Ecosystem
CONSIDERING THAT Culture Outaouais, Prestigo Médias, and Nish Média have jointly presented the brief titled "Seven Priorities to Support the Outaouais Audiovisual Ecosystem";
CONSIDERING THAT the Outaouais region has a historical lag in public funding for culture and that recent data from the Observatoire du développement de l’Outaouais (ODO) demonstrate that the region receives only a small share of funding from the Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) compared to other comparable regions;
CONSIDERING THAT Gatineau, the fourth largest city in Quebec and immediate neighbor to the federal capital, experiences a border reality that must be recognized through adapted administrative rules;
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau's Cultural Policy recognizes that Gatineau's Francophone identity, enriched by the historical and current presence of the Algonquin Anishinabeg Nation and the diversity of its communities, constitutes a wealth to be protected and propelled;
CONSIDERING THAT the recommendations of the brief align with municipal commitments regarding economic development and cultural entrepreneurship, notably the retention of talent and the creation of local businesses, as well as the adaptation of programs to border realities:
IT IS PROPOSED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR ISABELLE N. MIRON, AND RESOLVED THAT this council:
• Supports the brief "Seven Priorities to Support the Outaouais Audiovisual Ecosystem" presented by Culture Outaouais, Prestigo Médias, and Nish Média; • Transmits a copy of this resolution to the Minister of Culture and Communications, to SODEC, to the Members of the National Assembly for the Outaouais, as well as to Culture Outaouais, Prestigo Médias, and Nish Média.
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Accelerated Intervention Plan for the Repair of Defective Streetlights
CONSIDERING THAT the City has undertaken project 25-3008 aimed at modernizing and converting "cobra" type streetlights on its territory to LED;
CONSIDERING THAT according to the currently envisioned schedule, the realization of this conversion project would span from winter 2027 to summer 2028;
CONSIDERING THAT this modernization constitutes a structural solution in the medium and long term, but does not allow for an immediate response to the current accumulation of repair requests;
CONSIDERING THAT as part of the LED conversion project, the City is already evaluating an external contractual approach through the Fédération québécoise des municipalités, which notably provides for partial project management, economies of scale, and the use of expertise acquired from over 200 municipalities;
CONSIDERING THAT public lighting constitutes important municipal infrastructure for the safety of travel and the sense of security of citizens, notably for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists, and that maintaining a significant number of defective streetlights for a prolonged period can compromise these safety conditions in streets, neighborhoods, and public spaces;
CONSIDERING THAT the number of defective streetlights can vary greatly depending on the seasons, the number of municipal teams available, and major events that may require major mobilization, but that it has historically been between 850 and 950 during the month of September, therefore approximately 4% of the 24,000 municipal streetlights;
CONSIDERING THAT the estimated useful life of a new sodium-type streetlight far exceeds the time provided for its eventual replacement as part of the LED conversion program and that a massive intervention could, consequently, represent investments that are not very advantageous in terms of cost-benefit analysis;
CONSIDERING THAT the administration has also indicated that available municipal staff are currently reduced, notably due to vacations and the assignment of certain resources to other operations or events;
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau already uses an external firm for streetlight repairs in case of accidents;
CONSIDERING THAT the Public Works Department, in its internal repair interventions, prioritizes the following locations:
- Sectors including schools, parks, and other sensitive locations;
- Boulevards and main road axes;
- Situations where several consecutive streetlights are out of service;
- The oldest luminaires or those presenting the most significant issues;
CONSIDERING THAT the administration recommends, to attempt to reduce the number of requests in the short term, to continue to prioritize urgent streetlight replacement requests;
CONSIDERING the assessment of the executive committee formulated in this file during its meeting held on October 14, 2026:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR CHLOÉ BOURGEOIS, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR JULIE BÉLISLE, AND RESOLVED THAT this council:
• Mandates the administration to continue the planning of the LED conversion project for cobra-type luminaires; • Mandates the administration to continue to prioritize urgent streetlight replacement requests by prioritizing the following locations:
- Sectors including schools, parks, and other sensitive locations;
- Boulevards and main road axes;
- Situations where several consecutive streetlights are out of service;
- The oldest luminaires or those presenting the most significant issues; • Expressly authorizes the administration to expand the use of the external firm already holding the contract for streetlight repairs in case of accidents to include interventions at the prioritized locations (see above) with the goal of reducing the waiting time for repairs in these cases; • Mandates the administration to regularly inform elected officials, during sector caucuses, of the progress of streetlight repair work, including notably the evolution of waiting times for repairs at prioritized locations.
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2027-2029 Protocols - Support Program for Commercial Associations
CONSIDERING THAT this council, by its resolution number CM-2026-553 of July 7, 2026, adopted the Support Framework for Commercial Hubs and the Support Program for the Operation of Commercial Associations;
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau wishes to financially support the operation of commercial associations, in order to allow for the implementation of specific projects meeting the objectives of the Commercial Development Policy and the support framework for commercial hubs, notably to contribute to the vitality and attractiveness of the targeted territory, to offer services to merchants, and to carry out territorial promotion activities;
CONSIDERING THAT Vision Centre-Ville, the Association des gens d'affaires et professionnels du Vieux-Gatineau (AGAP), the Regroupement des gens d'affaires de la Basse-Lièvre (RGABL), the Association des professionnels, industriels et commerçants d'Aylmer (APICA), and the Association des commerçants Jacques-Cartier / Gréber have submitted their applications in accordance with the terms of the call between August 31 and October 7, 2027;
CONSIDERING THAT the present protocols fall within the framework of the City's Support Program for the Operation of Commercial Associations:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR TIFFANY-LEE NORRIS PARENT, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR TIMMY D. JUTRAS, AND RESOLVED THAT, following the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-712 of October 20, 2026, this council authorizes:
• The adoption of the 2027-2029 partnership protocols between the City of Gatineau and the Association des commerçants Jacques-Cartier / Gréber, the Association des gens d'affaires et professionnels du Vieux-Gatineau (AGAP), the Association des professionnels, industriels et commerçants d'Aylmer (APICA), the Regroupement des gens d'affaires de la Basse-Lièvre (RGABL), and Vision Centre-Ville; • The Mayor, or in her absence the Acting Mayor, and the City Clerk, or in her absence the Assistant City Clerk or the Deputy City Clerk, to sign the protocols and all documents relating to this matter; • The Treasurer to use the annual sum of $605,000 provided in the operating budget for the Support Framework for Commercial Hubs, in 2027, 2028, and 2029, and to issue checks to the organizations according to the clauses stipulated in the partnership protocols and upon presentation of accounts payable documents prepared by the Economic Development Department.
A treasurer's certificate was issued on October 16, 2026, conditionally upon the adoption of the 2027 budget. Councillors Edmond Leclerc and Marc Carrière vote against this project.
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Organizational Structure Modifications - City of Gatineau and Appointment of Selection Committee Members
CONSIDERING Bill 204 – Loi concernant la Ville de Gatineau adopted on June 9, 2026, and sanctioned on June 11, 2026, by the National Assembly;
CONSIDERING THAT this Bill amends the Charter of the City of Gatineau and provides for the institution of the Office de participation publique de Gatineau and the possibility for the City to appoint a person to act as president of the Office;
CONSIDERING THAT it is appropriate to modify the organizational structure of the City to include the Office;
CONSIDERING the desire of the municipal council to proceed with the contractual engagement of a president of the Public Participation Office;
CONSIDERING THAT it is appropriate to form a selection committee to proceed with the recruitment and hiring of the president:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR VINCENT ROY, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, AND RESOLVED THAT, following the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-713 of October 20, 2026, this council accepts to:
• Modify the organizational structure of the City of Gatineau to integrate the Office de participation publique de Gatineau; • Create the position of President of the Office de participation publique de Gatineau (position number OPP-CAD-001); • Appoint the following persons to the selection committee for the recruitment of the contractual president for five years:
- Mr. Vincent Roy, Commissioner of Public Participation;
- Ms. Julie Caron-Malenfant, President of the Public Participation Office of the City of Longueuil;
- Ms. Julie Bélisle, Municipal Councillor;
- Mr. Jean Lessard, Municipal Councillor.
Furthermore, this committee authorizes a representative of the Human Resources Department and a representative of the General Management to join the selection committee as resource persons and authorizes the City to use the means and resources necessary to fill this position.
The Human Resources Department is authorized to modify the organizational chart of the City of Gatineau. Funds for this purpose will be taken from the operating budget of the Office de participation publique de Gatineau. A treasurer's certificate was issued on October 19, 2026.
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ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
IT IS PROPOSED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR VINCENT ROY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council adopts the agenda, with the addition of the following items:
34.1 Project number 149289 - Notice of motion for draft By-law number 534-1-2026 amending Construction By-law number 534-2025 to remove provisions concerning connections and water management 34.2 Project number 149290 - Draft By-law number 534-1-2026 amending Construction By-law number 534-2025 to remove provisions concerning connections and water management 34.3 Project number 149443 - Accelerated intervention plan for the repair of defective streetlights - Notice of proposal filed by Councillor Chloé Bourgeois at the municipal council meeting of September 22, 2026 34.4 Project number 149370 --> CES - Interim appointment as Director of the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Service 0019178 34.5 Project number 149280 --> CES - 2027-2029 Protocols - Support program for commercial associations 34.6 Correspondence number 149448 - Certification of members of the designated councillor's cabinet regarding training in Ethics and Professional Conduct 34.7 Project number 149305 --> CES - Changes to the organizational structure - City of Gatineau and appointment of members of the selection committee 34.8 Project number 149441 --> CES – Interim appointment as Director and Treasurer of the Finance Service 34.9 Correspondence number 149511 - Letter filed during the municipal council meeting of October 20, 2026, from Ms. Yessica Macias – Alexandre-Taché safety 34.10 Correspondence number 149512 - Letter filed during the municipal council meeting of October 20, 2026, from Ms. Angela Carter – Homelessness 34.11 Correspondence number 149513 - Document filed during the municipal council meeting of October 20, 2026, from Mr. Alex Gallant – 15th bulletin of the CRIO – Regional Collective for the fight against homelessness in the Outaouais
And the withdrawal of the following item:
9.5 Project number 149108 - Heritage - Transforming a community building into a three-family dwelling - 20, rue Hanson - Hull-Wright electoral district - Steve Moran (unfavorable recommendation from the CLP)
Adopted. Councillor Marc Carrière resumes his seat at 8:29 p.m. [VOTE: adopted]
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ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GATINEAU HELD ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2026, AS WELL AS THE SPECIAL MEETINGS HELD ON OCTOBER 6, 2026, AT 9:00 A.M. AND 9:30 A.M.
CONSIDERING THAT a copy of the minutes of the regular meeting of the municipal council of the City of Gatineau held on September 22, 2026, as well as the special meetings held on October 6, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., has been filed with the members of the council:
IT IS PROPOSED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR VINCENT ROY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council adopts the minutes as submitted.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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MINOR VARIANCE - EXPAND A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING - 26, RUE DU LOIRET - TOURAINE ELECTORAL DISTRICT - TIFFANY-LEE NORRIS PARENT
CONSIDERING THAT a request to allow the expansion of an isolated single-family dwelling has been made for the property located at 26, rue du Loiret;
CONSIDERING THAT the project requires the granting, by the council, of a minor variance to Zoning By-law number 532-2020, regarding the minimum number of stories of a building;
CONSIDERING THAT the project complies with the provisions of Zoning By-law number 532-2020, with the exception of the one subject to the minor variance request;
CONSIDERING THAT the requested minor variance does not affect the "enjoyment of the right of ownership" of the owners of neighboring properties;
CONSIDERING THAT in accordance with the provisions of By-law number 851-2023 on the methods of publication of public notices, a public notice was published on September 30, 2026, on the City of Gatineau's website and that it was published at least 15 days before the meeting where the council must rule on the minor variance request, as indicated in section 145.6 of the Loi sur l’aménagement et l’urbanisme (Act respecting land use planning and development);
CONSIDERING THAT the Urban Planning Advisory Committee, at its meeting of September 28, 2026, ratified the recommendation of the Urban Planning and Sustainable Development Service:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR TIFFANY-LEE NORRIS PARENT, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council grants a minor variance to Zoning By-law number 532-2020, regarding the expansion project of an isolated single-family dwelling, located at 26, rue du Loiret, in order to reduce the minimum number of stories of the proposed expansion from 2 to 1. As illustrated in the project analysis in the documents entitled:
- Certificate of location and identification of the minor variance – Marc Fournier - Land Surveyor - April 3, 2025 - Annotated by the SUDD – 26, rue du Loiret.
Furthermore, it is resolved that this resolution shall be without effect for elements not completed as of October 20, 2031.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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MINOR VARIANCE - REGULARIZE THE SITING OF A DETACHED ACCESSORY BUILDING - 84, RUE BISSON - MANOIR-DES-TREMBLES–VAL-TÉTREAU ELECTORAL DISTRICT - ADRIAN CORBO
CONSIDERING THAT a request to regularize the siting of a detached accessory building has been made for the property located at 84, rue Bisson;
CONSIDERING THAT a siting error occurred during the construction of the detached accessory building for which a permit was issued in 1969, making it non-compliant with the current urban planning regulations;
CONSIDERING THAT a building permit was issued for the construction of the accessory building and that the work performed does not comply with the descriptive specifications approved under this permit;
CONSIDERING THAT the most recent certificate of location prepared by a land surveyor reveals a non-compliance regarding the siting of the detached accessory building in relation to the right side property line;
CONSIDERING THAT in accordance with the provisions of By-law number 851-2023 on the methods of publication of public notices, a public notice was published on September 30, 2026, on the City of Gatineau's website and that it was published at least 15 days before the meeting where the council must rule on the minor variance request, as indicated in section 145.6 of the Loi sur l’aménagement et l’urbanisme (Act respecting land use planning and development);
CONSIDERING THAT the Urban Planning Advisory Committee, at its meeting of September 28, 2026, ratified the recommendation of the Urban Planning and Sustainable Development Service:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR ADRIAN CORBO, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council grants a minor variance to Zoning By-law number 532-2020, in order to regularize the siting of the detached accessory building located at 84, rue Bisson, by authorizing a distance of 0.16 m from the right side property line, rather than the minimum distance of 0.5 m prescribed by the regulations in force, as illustrated in the project analysis in the document entitled:
- Certificate of location and identification of the minor variance – Marc Fournier - Land Surveyor – August 20, 2025 - Annotated by the SUDD – 84, rue Bisson.
Furthermore, it is resolved that this resolution shall be without effect for elements not completed as of October 20, 2031.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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NOTICE OF MOTION AND FILING OF DRAFT BY-LAW NUMBER 1021-2026 REGARDING CONNECTIONS AND RUNOFF WATER MANAGEMENT
NOTICE OF MOTION is given by Councillor Caroline Murray that she will propose, or that it will be proposed at a future council meeting, the adoption of By-law number 1021-2026 regarding connections and the management of runoff water.
In accordance with the provisions of section 356 of the Loi sur les cités et villes (Cities and Towns Act), she files at this meeting the draft by-law number 1021-2026.
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NOTICE OF MOTION AND FILING OF DRAFT BY-LAW NUMBER 300-50-2026 AMENDING BY-LAW NUMBER 300-2006 CONCERNING TRAFFIC AND PARKING WITHIN THE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF GATINEAU IN ORDER TO MODIFY CERTAIN PROVISIONS REGARDING TRAFFIC AS WELL AS PARKING FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
NOTICE OF MOTION is given by Councillor Catherine Craig-St-Louis that she will propose, or that it will be proposed at a future council meeting, the adoption of By-law number 300-50-2026 amending By-law number 300-2006 concerning traffic and parking within the limits of the City of Gatineau in order to modify certain provisions regarding traffic as well as parking for persons with disabilities.
In accordance with the provisions of section 356 of the Loi sur les cités et villes (Cities and Towns Act), she files at this meeting the draft by-law number 300-50-2026.
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HERITAGE - REGULARIZE EXTERIOR RENOVATION WORK - 10, RUE PRINCIPALE - AYLMER ELECTORAL DISTRICT - VINCENT ROY
CONSIDERING THAT a request to regularize exterior renovation work has been made for the property located at 10, rue Principale;
CONSIDERING THAT the main building known as the "Maison John-McLean" is listed in the document "Inventory of the traditional heritage of the City of Gatineau – 2025" with a superior level of heritage interest;
CONSIDERING THAT the building is located in the Aylmer heritage site and in the protected property heritage PIIA, and that the work to be regularized, performed by the applicant, is subject to the approval of the municipal council under the By-law on the Aylmer heritage site number 2100-97 and the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025;
CONSIDERING THAT the work performed aims to preserve and enhance the building in order to ensure its longevity;
CONSIDERING THAT the work performed complies with the applicable provisions of Zoning By-law number 532-2020 and also respects the applicable objectives and evaluation criteria of the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025;
CONSIDERING THAT the Local Heritage Council, at its meeting of September 28, 2026, ratified the recommendation of the Urban Planning and Sustainable Development Service:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR VINCENT ROY, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council approves, under the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025, exterior renovation work at 10, rue Principale, as illustrated in the project analysis in the documents entitled:
- Extract of certificate of location – Nadeau, Fournier land surveyors – June 4, 2026 - Annotated by the SUDD – 10, rue Principale;
- Approved elevations versus work as performed – Micheal D. Maheux, professional technologist - Received September 9, 2026 – 10, rue Principale;
- Proposed estimates and specifications – Micheal D. Maheux, professional technologist - Received September 9, 2026 – 10, rue Principale;
- Plan and specifications for windows, storm windows, and doors to be regularized – Ébénisterie Pelletier et fils inc. – January 2024 – 10, rue Principale.
Furthermore, it is resolved that this resolution shall be without effect for elements not completed as of October 20, 2031.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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PIIA - REGULARIZE EXTERIOR RENOVATION WORK - 10, RUE PRINCIPALE - AYLMER ELECTORAL DISTRICT - VINCENT ROY
CONSIDERING THAT a request to regularize exterior renovation work has been made for the property located at 10, rue Principale;
CONSIDERING THAT the main building known as the "Maison John-McLean" is listed in the document "Inventory of the traditional heritage of the City of Gatineau – 2025" with a superior level of heritage interest;
CONSIDERING THAT the building is located in the Aylmer heritage site and in the protected property heritage PIIA, and that the work to be regularized, performed by the applicant, is subject to the approval of the municipal council under the By-law on the Aylmer heritage site number 2100-97 and the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025;
CONSIDERING THAT the work performed aims to preserve and enhance the building in order to ensure its longevity;
CONSIDERING THAT the work performed complies with the applicable provisions of Zoning By-law number 532-2020 and also respects the applicable objectives and evaluation criteria of the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025;
CONSIDERING THAT the Urban Planning Advisory Committee, at its meeting of September 28, 2026, ratified the recommendation of the Urban Planning and Sustainable Development Service:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR VINCENT ROY, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council approves, under the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025, exterior renovation work at 10, rue Principale, as illustrated in the project analysis in the documents entitled:
- Extract of certificate of location – Nadeau, Fournier land surveyors – June 4, 2026 - Annotated by the SUDD – 10, rue Principale;
- Approved elevations versus work as performed – Micheal D. Maheux, professional technologist - Received September 9, 2026 – 10, rue Principale;
- Proposed estimates and specifications – Micheal D. Maheux, professional technologist - Received September 9, 2026 – 10, rue Principale;
- Plan and specifications for windows, storm windows, and doors to be regularized – Ébénisterie Pelletier et fils inc. – January 2024 – 10, rue Principale.
Furthermore, it is resolved that this resolution shall be without effect for elements not completed as of October 20, 2031.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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HERITAGE - REPLACE GUARDRAILS - 150, CHEMIN RIVERMEAD - MITIGOMIJOKAN ELECTORAL DISTRICT - RACHEL M. DESLAURIERS
CONSIDERING THAT a request to replace guardrails has been made for the property located at 150, chemin Rivermead;
CONSIDERING THAT the main building built in 1914, also known as the "Rivermead Golf Club chalet", is listed in the table of buildings of heritage interest located outside the heritage insertion sector of Old Aylmer and cited by by-law number 2110-97;
CONSIDERING THAT the main building is listed in the document "Inventory of the traditional heritage of the City of Gatineau – 2025" with a level of heritage interest described as strong;
CONSIDERING THAT the targeted property is identified in Appendix D of the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025, assigning it a level of intervention "well protected", where any renovation project of a main building is subject to the authorization of the council under the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025;
CONSIDERING THAT the projected work aims to preserve and enhance the building in order to ensure its longevity;
CONSIDERING THAT the proposed work respects the applicable objectives and evaluation criteria of the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025;
CONSIDERING THAT the Local Heritage Council, at its meeting of September 28, 2026, ratified the recommendation of the Urban Planning and Sustainable Development Service:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR RACHEL M. DESLAURIERS, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council approves, under the By-law citing heritage buildings outside the Aylmer heritage site number 2110-97, exterior work at 150, chemin Rivermead, aimed at replacing the guardrails, as illustrated in the project analysis in the documents entitled:
- Details of the proposed guardrails – PTabet architecte inc. – August 27, 2026 – Annotated by the SUDD – 150, chemin Rivermead.
Furthermore, it is resolved that this resolution shall be without effect for elements not completed as of October 20, 2031.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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PIIA - REPLACE GUARDRAILS - 150, CHEMIN RIVERMEAD - MITIGOMIJOKAN ELECTORAL DISTRICT - RACHEL M. DESLAURIERS
CONSIDERING THAT a request to replace guardrails has been made for the property located at 150, chemin Rivermead;
CONSIDERING THAT the main building built in 1914, also known as the "Rivermead Golf Club chalet", is listed in the table of buildings of heritage interest located outside the heritage insertion sector of Old Aylmer and cited by by-law number 2110-97;
CONSIDERING THAT the main building is listed in the document "Inventory of the traditional heritage of the City of Gatineau – 2025" with a level of heritage interest described as strong;
CONSIDERING THAT the targeted property is identified in Appendix D of the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025, assigning it a level of intervention "well protected", where any renovation project of a main building is subject to the authorization of the council under the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025;
CONSIDERING THAT the projected work aims to preserve and enhance the building in order to ensure its longevity;
CONSIDERING THAT the proposed work respects the applicable objectives and evaluation criteria of the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025;
CONSIDERING THAT the Urban Planning Advisory Committee, at its meeting of September 28, 2026, ratified the recommendation of the Urban Planning and Sustainable Development Service:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR RACHEL M. DESLAURIERS, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council approves, under the By-law respecting site planning and architectural integration programs number 535-2025, exterior work at 150, chemin Rivermead, aimed at replacing the guardrails, as illustrated in the project analysis in the documents entitled:
- Details of the proposed guardrails – PTabet architecte inc. – August 27, 2026 – Annotated by the SUDD – 150, chemin Rivermead.
Furthermore, it is resolved that this resolution shall be without effect for elements not completed as of October 20, 2031.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING CONCERNING THE RECOVERY AND RECYCLING OF COMMERCIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL REFRIGERATION AND FREEZING APPLIANCES
CONSIDERING THAT the government of Quebec has adopted the Regulation respecting the recovery and reclamation of products by enterprises under the Environment Quality Act;
CONSIDERING THAT the Société de récupération des appareils commerciaux (SORAC) is the management organization recognized by RECYC-QUÉBEC to manage the Quebec program for the recovery and recycling of commercial and institutional refrigeration and freezing appliances;
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau has adopted by-law number 933-2023 enacting the PGMR 2023-2029, and that it aims for the complete absence of hazardous household waste in the garbage, notably through the recovery of hazardous household waste at municipal facilities;
CONSIDERING THAT SORAC does not currently have a drop-off point on the territory of the City of Gatineau for commercial and institutional refrigeration and freezing appliances;
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau's Transshipment Center already receives commercial and institutional clientele for different types of residual materials:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR RACHEL M. DESLAURIERS, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR JEAN LESSARD, AND RESOLVED THAT to follow up on the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-705 of October 20, 2026, this council approves the memorandum of understanding between the City of Gatineau and SORAC concerning the recovery and recycling of commercial and institutional refrigeration and freezing appliances. The mayor or in her absence the acting mayor and the clerk or in her absence the deputy clerk or the assistant clerk are authorized to sign the memorandum of understanding attached hereto as well as any other document in order to give it full effect.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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MODIFICATION TO THE ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE - GENERAL MANAGEMENT
CONSIDERING THAT the exercise of the Three-Year Workforce Plan allowed for prioritizing needs in order to abolish permanent positions in compliance with the allocated budgets;
CONSIDERING THAT the position of project director (DG-CAD-026) has become vacant;
CONSIDERING the adoption of resolution number CM-2025-778 modifying the organizational structure of the Infrastructure and Projects Service;
CONSIDERING THAT the Infrastructure and Projects Service wishes to progressively integrate the management of corporate projects within its service:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, SECONDED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, AND RESOLVED THAT to follow up on the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-715 of October 20, 2026, this council accepts the modification to the organizational structure of the General Management in the following way:
- Abolish the position of project director (DG-CAD-026) located at class 8 of the salary scale for management staff. The Human Resources Service is authorized to modify the organizational chart of the concerned service as well as Appendix A of the Salary Policy and the Collection of Working Conditions for management employees of the City of Gatineau.
Adopted [VOTE: adopted]
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Organizational Structure Modification - Citizen Interaction Department
CONSIDERING THAT the Three-Year Workforce Plan exercise allowed for the prioritization of needs to create new permanent positions while respecting allocated budgets;
CONSIDERING THAT the Citizen Interaction Department has conducted an analysis and evaluation of its needs:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, SECONDED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, AND RESOLVED THAT, following the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-716 of October 20, 2026, this council accepts the modification to the organizational structure of the Citizen Interaction Department as follows:
• Create a position of Coordinator, Partner Relations (position number CIT-PRO-008) located at class 3 of the professional salary scale, under the supervision of the Department Head, Citizen Experience (CIT-CAD-004).
The Human Resources Department is authorized to modify the organizational chart of the department concerned. Funds for this purpose will be taken from the budget allocated to administrative reorganization (sub-project 10054.31). A treasurer's certificate was issued on October 16, 2026.
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Organizational Structure Modifications - Arts, Culture and Letters Department
CONSIDERING THAT the Three-Year Workforce Plan exercise allowed for the prioritization of needs to abolish and create new permanent positions while respecting allocated budgets;
CONSIDERING THAT the Arts, Culture and Letters Department has conducted an analysis and evaluation of its needs:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, SECONDED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, AND RESOLVED THAT, following the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-717 of October 20, 2026, this council accepts the modifications to the organizational structure of the Arts, Culture and Letters Department as follows:
• Abolish the position of Administrative Assistant II (position number ART-BLC-093) located at class 6 of the white-collar salary scale; • Create a position of Recreation Technician (position number ART-BLC-107) located at class 7 of the white-collar salary scale, under the supervision of the Librarian, Programs and Citizen Services (ART-PRO-012).
The Human Resources Department is authorized to modify the organizational chart of the department concerned. Funds for this purpose will be taken from the department's operating budget. A treasurer's certificate was issued on October 16, 2026.
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Organizational Structure Modification - Water and Residual Materials Department
CONSIDERING THAT the Three-Year Workforce Plan exercise allowed for the prioritization of needs to create new permanent positions while respecting allocated budgets;
CONSIDERING the ratification of the collective agreement between the City of Gatineau and the Syndicat des cols bleus de Gatineau - CSN for the period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2029, including terms related to personnel movements and progression lines;
CONSIDERING THAT the Water and Residual Materials Department has conducted an analysis and evaluation of its needs:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, SECONDED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, AND RESOLVED THAT, following the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-718 of October 20, 2026, this council accepts the modification to the organizational structure of the Water and Residual Materials Department as follows:
• Create a position of Trainer (position number EMR-PRO-012) located at class 3 of the professional salary scale, under the supervision of the Department Head, Water Plants and Treatment (EMR-CAD-003).
The Human Resources Department is authorized to modify the organizational chart of the department concerned. Funds for this purpose will be taken from the budget allocated to the Three-Year Workforce Plan. A treasurer's certificate was issued on October 16, 2026.
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Notice of Motion for Draft Bylaw 534-1-2026 Amending Construction Bylaw 534-2025 to Remove Provisions Regarding Connections and Water Management
NOTICE OF MOTION is given by Councillor Caroline Murray that she will propose, or that it will be proposed at a future council meeting, the adoption of Bylaw number 534-1-2026 amending Construction Bylaw number 534-2025 for the purpose of removing provisions concerning connections and water management.
In accordance with the provisions of section 356 of the Loi sur les cités et villes, she tables at this meeting the draft bylaw number 534-1-2026.
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Draft Bylaw 534-1-2026 Amending Construction Bylaw 534-2025 to Remove Provisions Regarding Connections and Water Management
CONSIDERING THAT the purpose of Bylaw number 1021-2026 regarding connections and stormwater management presented to the municipal council is to govern water and sewer connections and to prescribe rules regarding stormwater management;
CONSIDERING THAT the purpose of Bylaw number 911-2025 regarding the installation and maintenance of water meters is to govern the installation, maintenance, and establishment of potable water consumption by water meters for certain properties on its territory;
CONSIDERING THAT the purpose of Bylaw number 821-2018 regarding the discharge of wastewater into the City of Gatineau's sewage works is to govern the discharge of wastewater and sludge into the City's sewage works:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR CAROLINE MURRAY, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR MICHAEL KORHONEN, AND RESOLVED THAT this council adopts the draft Bylaw number 534-1-2026 amending Construction Bylaw number 534-2025 for the purpose of removing provisions concerning connections and water management.
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Interim Appointment as Director of the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Department
CONSIDERING the vacancy of the position of Director (position number LSC-CAD-001) of the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Department;
CONSIDERING THAT the department wishes to ensure the continuity of operations and the management of the department during the period required to proceed with the posting of the position and the holding of the selection process:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, SECONDED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, AND RESOLVED THAT, following the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-711 of October 20, 2026, this council accepts the appointment, on an interim basis, of Mr. Christian Riopel, currently Assistant Director at the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Department, to the position of Director of the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Department (position number LSC-CAD-001), with all the powers and responsibilities attached thereto, until the permanent filling of the position.
A treasurer's certificate was issued on October 16, 2026. Councillor Edmond Leclerc votes against this project.
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Interim Appointment as Director and Treasurer of the Finance Department
CONSIDERING the upcoming vacancy of the position of Director and Treasurer (position number FIN-CAD-018) of the Finance Department;
CONSIDERING THAT the department wishes to ensure the continuity of operations and the management of the department during the period required to proceed with the posting of the position and the holding of the selection process:
IT IS PROPOSED BY COUNCILLOR STEVE MORAN, SECONDED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, AND RESOLVED THAT, following the recommendation of the executive committee number CE-2026-714 of October 20, 2026, this council accepts the appointment, on an interim basis, of Ms. Charlène Thivierge-Lortie, currently Assistant Director and Assistant Treasurer at the Finance Department, to the position of Director and Treasurer of the Finance Department (position number FIN-CAD-018), with all the powers and responsibilities attached thereto, until the permanent filling of the position.
A treasurer's certificate was issued on October 19, 2026.
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Proclamation - Launch of the 2026 Poppy Campaign - October 24, 2026
CONSIDERING THAT the year 2026 marks the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Royal Canadian Legion;
CONSIDERING THAT the 2026 Poppy Campaign will take place from October 24 to November 11, 2026, to honor veterans and the people who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police;
CONSIDERING THAT the municipal council wishes to recognize their dedication, the sacrifices made in the service of the nation, and their exceptional contribution to Canadian society;
CONSIDERING THAT for a century now, the Royal Canadian Legion has supported veterans and their families, notably through the Poppy Campaign, the national symbol of Remembrance:
IT IS PROPOSED AND RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY THAT this council proclaims October 24, 2026, as the day of the official launch of the 2026 Poppy Campaign and invites the population to participate in this commemorative campaign to pay tribute to veterans. Furthermore, that the flag be at the Commemorative Park located in the Aylmer sector, from October 24 to November 11, 2026.
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Proclamation - Great Week for Little Ones 2026 - November 16 to 22, 2026
CONSIDERING THAT the development of children aged 0 to 5 constitutes a collective responsibility and that it is important to promote equal opportunities from pregnancy;
CONSIDERING THAT the first years of life are decisive for the overall development of children and allow for laying the foundations for their future success;
CONSIDERING THAT the Grande semaine des tout-petits aims to sensitize the entire population to the importance of acting early to promote the well-being, health, and harmonious development of little ones;
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau recognizes the importance of supporting families as well as the organizations and people who contribute daily to offering little ones safe, caring, and inclusive living environments;
CONSIDERING THAT the holding of the Grande semaine des tout-petits constitutes an opportunity to reaffirm the importance given to the rights, well-being, and fulfillment of young children:
IT IS PROPOSED AND RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY THAT this council proclaims from November 17 to 23, 2026, the "Grande semaine des tout-petits".
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Proclamation - 'Dia de los Muertos' Day of the Dead - November 2, 2026
CONSIDERING THAT during the celebration of "Dia de los Muertos", families celebrate their deceased loved ones with special traditions, which according to their beliefs, help them briefly find the souls of those who have died and honor their ancestors;
CONSIDERING THAT the year 2026 is a year of celebration and strengthening of Mexico's ties with Canada at all levels of government;
CONSIDERING THAT this unique Mexican tradition is part of UNESCO's intangible heritage, given its importance and significance as a traditional expression that is both representative and integrative, which persists to this day;
CONSIDERING THAT this tradition also contributes to strengthening indigenous culture not only in Mexico, but also in other Latin American countries that follow the same tradition;
CONSIDERING THAT "Dia de los Muertos" has already been recognized by other Canadian cities such as Toronto, Calgary, and Ottawa:
IT IS PROPOSED AND RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY THAT this council proclaims November 2, 2026, as the day of "Dia de los Muertos" Day of the Dead and that a flag be hoisted at the Maison du citoyen on November 1 and 2, 2026.
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Proclamation - Temporary Honorary Designation of Rue Eddy as 'Rue de l'Économie Sociale' during November, Social Economy Month
CONSIDERING THAT the City of Gatineau adopted a Social Economy Policy in 2020, recognizing the social economy as a structural lever for local economic development, a collective response to the needs of the population, a tool for developing citizen participation, and a component of the ecological and social transition in Gatineau;
CONSIDERING THAT orientation 1 of this policy aims to recognize and promote the contribution of the social economy to the development of Gatineau;
CONSIDERING THAT the month of November is, in Quebec, Social Economy Month, a privileged moment for the recognition and promotion of collective enterprises;
CONSIDERING THAT the city of Gatineau has more than 300 social economy enterprises, both cooperatives and non-profit organizations;
CONSIDERING THAT Rue Eddy and the downtown area host a particularly high concentration of social economy enterprises, namely 10 cooperatives and commercial non-profit organizations, active in a variety of sectors, notably agri-food, culture, residual materials management, and that others are to come;
CONSIDERING THAT these enterprises respond to local issues, aspirations, and needs; that they create jobs and reinvest their surpluses in the community and that they are owned and governed democratically by people from the community;
CONSIDERING THAT these enterprises structure neighborhood life on a daily basis: they animate Rue Eddy and the entire downtown area, maintain accessible local services, offer gathering places, contribute to the socio-professional inclusion of people far from the labor market, and strengthen the sense of belonging of residents;
CONSIDERING THAT Rue Eddy constitutes in this respect a concrete and visible example of the contribution of the social economy to the development of the territory, and that its temporary designation will have a strong symbolic reach and testifies to the City's commitment to the social economy;
CONSIDERING THAT the proposed designation is honorary and temporary, that it does not entail any modification of the official street name, civic addresses, emergency services, or municipal registers, and that it does not require any steps with the Commission de toponymie du Québec;
CONSIDERING THAT the proposed designation is honorary and temporary;
CONSIDERING THAT efforts to promote the social economy will be concentrated on Rue Eddy during Social Economy Month, notably signage allowing for the identification of the social economy enterprises established there;
CONSIDERING THAT associated with this designation is a promotion program carried out in collaboration with the Coopérative de développement régional Outaouais-Laurentides, a partner of the City in supporting the social economy, the Pôle d’économie sociale de l’Outaouais, and Vision Centre-Ville:
IT IS PROPOSED AND RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY THAT the City of Gatineau honorarily and temporarily designates Rue Eddy, between Portage and Allumettières, under the name "Rue de l'Économie sociale", from November 1 to 30, 2026. Furthermore, that the designation does not affect in any way the official street name "Rue Eddy" nor the civic addresses attached to it.
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Adjournment of the Meeting
IT IS PROPOSED BY MAYOR MAUDE MARQUIS-BISSONNETTE, SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR VINCENT ROY, AND RESOLVED THAT this council accepts to adjourn the meeting at 8:55 PM.