- Disclose the interest and its general nature before the matter is considered by completing and submitting the Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Form to the Clerk the same day, or as soon as possible afterwards, the matter is before Council;
- Not take part in the discussion or voting on any question in respect to the matter;
- Not attempt to influence the voting before, during, or after the meeting; and
- Immediately leave the meeting, if the meeting is closed to the public.
Registry of Pecuniary Interest
Members of Council and local boards are required to submit a written statement at a meeting, or as soon as possible afterwards, whenever they declare a pecuniary interest on an agenda item at a Council or local board meeting. Declarations of Interest are made under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
How to Disclose Pecuniary Interest
Review all conflict of interest disclosures from the Town of Arnprior's Mayor and Councillors. The written statements of pecuniary interest are available for viewing upon request in the Clerk's Office.
Declaration Registry
2026 Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Registry
| Member of Council | Meeting Type | Meeting Date | Item Number | Declaration of Pecuniary Interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Councillor Chris Toner |
Council | January 12, 2026 | 8(a) - Fire Department Compensation Only | Son is a volunteer firefighter who may be impacted by this compensation |
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Councillor Chris Couper |
Council | February 23, 2026 | 15 b)i | Employed by Renfrew County Catholic District School Board (RCCDSB) |
2025 Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Registry
| Member of Council | Meeting Type | Meeting Date | Item Number | Declaration of Pecuniary Interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Mayor Lisa McGee |
Council | November 24, 2025 | 12(a) & 15(a)(ii) | Employed by the other party to the agreement being discussed/ entered into |
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2024 Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Registry
| Member of Council | Meeting Type | Meeting Date | Item Number | Declaration of Pecuniary Interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Councillor Chris Couper |
Council | January 29th, 2024 | 15 (a) (i) | I live in close proximity to the subject lands. |
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Councillor Chris Couper |
Council | March 11th, 2024 | 12 (b) | I live in close proximity to the subject lands. |
|
Jennifer McGuire |
Culture and Diversity Advisory Committee | April 2nd, 2024 | 7 (a) | I have applied to be a vendor at the event. |
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Councillor Billy Denault |
Environmental Advisory Committee | May 21st, 2024 | 7 (b) | I engage in business activities related to lawn maintenance. |
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Councillor Chris Couper |
Council | May 27th, 2024 | 15 (a) (iii) | I live in close proximity to the subject lands. |
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Councillor Tom Burnette |
Council | June 10th, 2024 | 18 (d) | I have been nominated. |
2023 Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Registry
| Member of Council | Meeting Type | Meeting Date | Item Number | Declaration of Pecuniary Interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Councillor Chris Couper |
Council | February 13th, 2023 | 11 (a), 11 (b), 16 (a) (i) and 16 (a) (vii) |
I am making this declaration because I live in close proximity to the proposed development. |
|
Councillor Chris Couper |
Council | June 12th, 2023 | 12 (a), 15 (a) |
I live in close proximity to the subject lands. |
|
County Councillor Dan Lynch |
Council | July 10th, 2023 | Closed Session (18) |
There may be a family member involved. |
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Councillor Chris Couper |
Council | August 28th, 2023 | 12 (c), 15 (a) (v) | Due to the proximity of my home to the subject lands. |
| Councillor Billy Denault | Council | August 28th, 2023 | 12 (d) | Professional Relationship with the applicant |
| Councillor Chris Couper | Council | September 25th, 2023 | 9 (a) | I live in close proximity to the subject lands. |
| Councillor Billy Denault | Council | September 25th, 2023 | 9 (b) | Professional Relationship with the applicant |
| Councillor Chris Couper | Council | October 10th, 2023 | 15 (a) (iv) | I live in close proximity to the subject lands. |
| Councillor Billy Denault | Council | October 10th, 2023 | 12 (b) and 15 (a) (i) | Professional Relationship with the applicant |
| Councillor Billy Denault | Council | October 23rd, 2023 | 12 (a) and 15 (a) (i) | Bidder is a former employer. |
| Councillor Chris Couper | Council | November 27th, 2023 | 15 (a) (iv) | I live in close proximity to the subject lands. |
2022 Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Registry
| Member of Council | Meeting Type | Meeting Date | Item Number | Declaration of Pecuniary Interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Councillor Chris Toner |
Council | January 24th, 2022 | 19(c) |
I am making this declaration because I have a potential interest in purchasing the property. |
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Councillor Ted Strike |
Council | February 14th, 2022 | 11 (a) | I am making this declaration due to the proximity of my property to the Thomas Street site |
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Councillor Ted Strike |
Council | February 28th, 2022 | 10 (ii) |
I am making this declaration due to the proximity of my property to the Thomas Street site |
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Councillor Ted Strike |
Council |
May 9th, 2022 |
19 (c) |
I am making this declaration due to the proximity of my property to the Thomas Street site |
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Councillor Lynn Grinstead |
Council |
May 24th, 2022 |
19 (a) |
I am making this declaration as I have been nominated. |
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Councillor Lisa McGee |
Council |
May 24th, 2022 |
8 (a) |
I am making this declaration due to the proximity of the proposed project to my home. |
|
Councillor Lisa McGee |
Council |
June 13th, 2022 |
11 (e) |
I am making this declaration due to the proximity of the proposed project to my home. |
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Councillor Lisa McGee |
Council |
August 3rd, 2022 |
7 (a) |
I am making this declaration due to the proximity of the proposed project to my home. |
2021 Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Registry
| Member of Council | Meeting Type | Meeting Date | Item Number | Declaration of Pecuniary Interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
County Councillor Dan Lynch |
Council |
February 1, 2021 |
6 (a) i- Tab 10 |
I am a paid employee of the Arnprior Airport Commission |
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County Councillor Dan Lynch |
Council |
February 8, 2021 |
15 (a) (i) |
I am a paid employee of the Arnprior Airport Commission |
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County Councillor Dan Lynch |
Council |
March 8, 2021 |
10(g) |
I am a paid employee of the Arnprior Airport |
|
Mayor Walter Stack |
Council |
May 25, 2021 |
11(a) |
I have a financial interest at 89 John Street North, Arnprior |
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Councillor Ted Strike |
Council |
December 13, 2021 |
9(a) |
Due to the proximity of my property to the Thomas St. site. |
2020 Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Registry
| Member of Council | Meeting Type | Meeting Date | Item Number | Declaration of Pecuniary Interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
County Councillor Dan Lynch |
Council |
Feb 4, 2020 |
6a) i- Tab 10 |
I am a paid employee of the Arnprior Airport Commission |
|
County Councillor Dan Lynch |
Council |
Feb 10, 2020 |
15 (a) (vi) |
I am a paid employee of the Arnprior Airport Commission |
|
County Councillor Dan Lynch |
Council |
May 11, 2020 |
7(b) |
I am a paid employee of this establishment |
|
County Councillor Dan Lynch |
Council |
May 25, 2020 |
7(a) Resolution No. 131-20 |
I am a paid employee of this establishment |
2019 Declaration of Pecuniary Interest Registry
| Member of Council | Meeting Type | Meeting Date | Item Number | Declaration of Pecuniary Interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Councillor Ted Strike |
Council | Jan 18, 2019 | 18 | The land in question belongs to my neighbour and adjacent to a piece of property I own |
|
County Councillor Dan Lynch |
Council | Feb 19, 2019 | 7 (a)(i) Tab 10 | I am a paid employee of the Arnprior Airport |
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Councillor Tom Burnette |
Council |
Feb 25, 2019 |
18 |
My son is a volunteer firefighter |
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County Councillor Dan Lynch |
Council |
May 27, 2019 |
7 (a) |
I am a part-time employee of the Arnprior Airport |
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Councillor Ted Strike |
Council |
May 27, 2019 |
15 (iv) |
I am an abutting land owner |
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Councillor Lisa McGee |
Council |
Sept 23, 2019 |
10 (c) |
I own an Airbnb and could be impacted directly or indirectly from Council's decision |