2025.12.18 – Ordinary meeting of the Gatineau City Council held in the Jean-Despréz hall of the Maison du citoyen, 25 Laurier Street, Gatineau, on Thursday, December 18, 2025

Formal approval of the meeting agenda.

Formal approval of the minutes from the previous council meeting.

Approval of a specific development project (PPCMOI) to allow the construction of a 307-unit residential building. This project is significant for increasing housing density in the area.

Approval of a specific development project to allow the operation of a pet funeral home and crematorium, which requires a zoning exception.

Approval of a specific development project to authorize signage for a commercial building that deviates from standard zoning regulations.

Approval of a specific development project to allow for larger commercial floor space than currently permitted by zoning bylaws.

Formal notice and introduction of a bylaw to set the salaries and additional compensation for city councillors and the mayor.

This bylaw amendment removes existing regulations concerning the placement and management of clothing/donation bins in the city.

This bylaw increases the financial penalty for specific traffic or parking violations as defined in article 105.2.

Routine administrative action to reappoint a member to the city's economic development advisory board.

Establishes the financial threshold at which community organizations receiving city funding must provide audited financial statements.

Approval of architectural and site planning (PIIA) for the restoration of the historic National Printing Bureau building.

Formal adoption of a list of historic buildings in the Buckingham area to ensure their preservation and recognition.

Approval of architectural and site planning for a new mixed-use development, contributing to local housing and commercial growth.

Approval of changes to the design and development guidelines for the Zibi project, a major waterfront redevelopment site.

Routine appointment renewal for a member representing the agricultural sector on the city's advisory committee.

Approval of funding to support residential renovation projects for Gatineau homeowners for the 2025-2026 period.

Renewal of the city's partnership and funding agreement with the environmental education organization Enviro Éduc-Action.

Approval for the sale of a small piece of city-owned land (a former alleyway) to an adjacent property owner.

Updates the city's internal policy governing how the municipality buys and sells real estate properties.

Approval of a four-year partnership agreement with the CDSO to support social development and networking initiatives across the region.

Presentation of progress reports and updated goals for the city's social inclusion programs targeting vulnerable populations.

Extends the existing agreement for the local community association to continue managing the Templeton recreation facility.

Formalizes the partnership for the local dog owners' association to assist in the management and maintenance of the dog park.

Initiation of a private bill to establish or modify the legal framework for the city's public participation office.

Updates a mutual aid agreement between the two cities to ensure IT and operational continuity if one city's backup systems fail.

Approves internal changes to the city's administrative structure regarding the office responsible for downtown development.

Council approves a $4.2 million loan for the local transit authority (STO) to begin upgrading its fare collection and ticketing technology.

The City has approved a $4.5 million loan for the Société de transport de l'Outaouais (STO) to replace high-voltage battery modules in its hybrid bus fleet. This investment ensures the continued reliability and environmental efficiency of the public transit system.

Council has formally adopted the 2026 operating budget and the ten-year capital investment plan for the STO. This document outlines the transit agency's financial priorities and infrastructure development goals for the next decade.

This is a procedural step to introduce amendments to the City's waste management by-law. It serves as the formal notice that changes to how residential or commercial waste is handled are being proposed.

This notice introduces a proposed update to the City's demolition by-law. The goal is to update the regulatory framework governing the demolition of buildings within Gatineau.

Council has approved an update to the demolition by-law to replace outdated heritage building inventories (from 2008 and 2011) with the current 2024-2025 inventory. This ensures that demolition requests are evaluated against the most accurate and up-to-date list of protected heritage properties.

This notice introduces a change to urban planning administrative procedures, specifically aiming to remove a filing requirement for certain permit or planning applications.

This notice proposes an adjustment to the list of properties subject to architectural integration and implantation plans (PIIA). This affects which buildings must undergo specific design reviews before construction or renovation.

Council has officially adopted the changes to the list of properties subject to architectural integration and implantation plans (PIIA). This update clarifies which properties require special design oversight to ensure they fit the character of their neighborhood.

Council approved the establishment or allocation of a support fund for non-profit organizations that assist local entrepreneurs. This initiative aims to foster economic development by providing resources to groups that support business creation and growth.

The City has renewed its delegation agreement with ID Gatineau, the city's economic development agency, for the 2026-2028 period. This agreement defines the roles and responsibilities of the agency in promoting local economic growth.

Council has approved updated fees for municipal permits and certificates for the year 2026. Residents and developers should be aware that the costs for various urban planning and construction permits will change as of the new year.

This by-law updates the fees for various municipal services and activities offered by the City of Gatineau. These adjustments ensure that the costs of providing these services are appropriately covered for the upcoming year.

Council has formally adopted the tax by-law for 2026, which sets the property tax rates and other levies required to fund the City's annual budget. This is the primary mechanism for collecting the revenue needed to provide municipal services throughout the year.

This by-law establishes the specific tax levies related to parks and parking facilities for the 2026 fiscal year. These funds are typically earmarked for the maintenance and development of these specific infrastructure assets.

Council has approved an interim appointment for the position of Director of Legal Services to ensure continuity in the City's legal department.

Council has approved an interim appointment for the Assistant Director of Project Delivery within the Infrastructure and Projects Department.

Council has approved an interim appointment for the Director of the Infrastructure and Projects Department to oversee the City's major capital works.

Council has approved changes to the ongoing pilot project that restricts street parking to only one side during the winter months. This adjustment aims to improve snow removal efficiency and traffic flow on affected streets.

The meeting was formally adjourned.