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Portrait of Marc Grant

Marc Grant

Councillor · seen 2010-12-06 to 2026-07-07 · served 2006–2010, 2010–2014, 2014–2018, 2018–2022, 2022–2026

former not seated on the current council

342substantive motions movedof 355 meetings the minutes record them at
37procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
257substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
18meetings recorded absentof 355 they were on the record for
9–5recorded votes, for–againstrecorded votes are rare and a skewed sample

Vote count and office as published by the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 2022 municipal election results (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Everything else on this page is read from Oakville’s own minutes.

In their own words, via the Town

A service celebrating the life of Councillor Marc Grant was held on August 8 at 11a.m., in the Town Hall Main Atrium, offering an opportunity for family, friends, colleagues, members of Council and the community to pay their respects and reflect on Councillor Grant’s life and service to Oakville. The family requested that guests wear something purple.

As published by Oakville.

How they voted, where it was recorded (14)

Council August 11, 2025
That this item be referred to staff to adjust what was previously approved.
Against · 7–7 · Lost
Council September 16, 2024
That the general prohibition be lifted, in a limited fashion to allow identified sports (to be determined) on only specific types of roads and at certain times of day (to be determined) at the participants own risk…
For · 8–6 · Carried
Planning and Development Council January 22, 2024
1. In support of the Housing Accelerator Fund Application, as advised by Minister Fraser with due regard for heritage conservation and infrastructure capacity and servicing: Planning and Development Council Minutes…
For · 11–4 · Carried
Council September 18, 2023
That the continued implementation of the Neighbourhood Traffic Safety Program be considered as part of the 2024 Budget and prioritized along with other known budget pressures.
Against · 4–10 · Lost
Planning and Development Council June 12, 2023
That this item be referred back to staff to seek additional research from other jurisdictions, identify options for definitions that recognize the difference between warehouses and distribution centres in terms…
Against · 12–3 · Carried
Special Planning and Development Council May 19, 2023
That the information in item 4.1 from the May 15, 2023 Planning and Development Council meeting be received. For (7): Mayor Burton, Councillor Adams, Councillor Grant, Councillor Knoll, Councillor Lishchyna, Councillor…
For · 7–6 · Carried
Planning and Development Council May 15, 2023
Planning and Development Council Minutes May 15, 2023 That this item be
Against · 9–6 · Carried
Council February 27, 2023
That $45,000 be added to increase the annual Councillor community outreach and professional development as discussed at the budget committee meeting.
For · 7–8 · Lost
Council February 27, 2023
The Mayor called the vote on the main motion to approve the recommendations of the Budget Committee meetings of January 17, 2023, January 24, 2023, January 26, 2023, February 14, 2023, February 16, 2023 and…
For · 8–7 · Carried
Planning and Development Council June 27, 2022
1. That the revised Site Plan application, File No.: SP.1601.028/01 to allow the construction of three warehouse buildings be approved, subject to the conditions in Appendix “A” contained within the June 14, Planning…
For · 8–2 · Carried
Council January 31, 2022
That Oakville Council provide a contribution in the amount of $10,000 to the joint legal challenge of Bill 21. For (7): Mayor Burton, Councillor Adams, Councillor Grant, Councillor Knoll, Councillor Parmar, Councillor…
For · 5–6 · Carried
Council September 28, 2021
That Council proceed with Option 1 as presented in the confidential staff report dated September 14, 2021 from the Legal Department.
For · 7–5 · Carried
Council May 25, 2021
WHEREAS, the Government of Ontario is planning to increase greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from Ontario’s gas-fired power plants by more than 300% by 2030 and by 500% or more by 2040, reversing more than 40% of the GHG…
For · 11–1 · Carried
Council April 26, 2021
That Section 14.1(2) of the Procedure By-law be waived to allow consideration of the following Notice of Motion this evening: Whereas the April 29, 2019 decision made by Oakville Council regarding the Former Brantwood…
Against · 5–7 · Lost

Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (18)

Planning and Development CouncilNovember 25, 2024
CouncilNovember 7, 2022
Planning and Development CouncilJune 7, 2022
Appeals CommitteeMay 12, 2022
Planning and Development CouncilJuly 5, 2021
Planning and Development CouncilJune 7, 2021
Site Plan Committee MeetingNovember 12, 2019
Site Plan Committee MeetingOctober 8, 2019
Site Plan Committee MeetingJuly 10, 2018
Site Plan Committee MeetingJune 13, 2017
Site Plan Committee MeetingDecember 13, 2016
Site Plan Committee MeetingNovember 8, 2016
Site Plan Committee MeetingOctober 11, 2016
Site Plan Committee MeetingAugust 9, 2016
Site Plan Committee MeetingJune 14, 2016
Site Plan Committee MeetingMarch 8, 2016
Site Plan Committee MeetingNovember 12, 2013
Site Plan Committee MeetingFebruary 12, 2013

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 342)

That the Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision application submitted by Hulme Development Limited, (File Nos.: Z.1217.04 and 24T-26001/1217), as revised, be approved on the basis that the application is consistent with the 2024 Provincial Planning Statement, conforms or does not conflict with all applicable Provincial plans, conforms with the Halton Official Plan, Livable Oakville
Planning and Development Council, July 7, 2026 · Carried
1. That the Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision application submitted by Hulme Development Limited, (File Nos.: Z.1217.04 and 24T-26001/1217), as revised, be approved on the basis that the application is consistent with the 2024 Provincial Planning Statement, conforms or does not conflict with all applicable Provincial plans, conforms with the Halton Official Plan, Livable Oakvil
Planning and Development Council, July 7, 2026 · Carried
That the request from The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Ontario Regional Council to conduct charitable lottery events in the Town of Oakville be approved, as outlined in the report from the Clerk’s department dated June 9, 2026.
Council, June 22, 2026 · Carried
That the request from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Halton and Hamilton to conduct charitable lottery events in the Town of Oakville be approved, as outlined in the report from the Clerk’s department dated June 9, 2026.
Council, June 22, 2026 · Carried
That a licence agreement be established with the Halton District School Board whereby the Town enters into the agreement and assumes responsibility for the maintenance and repair of Sunningdale School tennis courts, to provide the public with safe, well-maintained, and accessible recreational facilities; and; That the Director of Parks and Open Space and Town Solicitor be authorized to execute the
Council, June 22, 2026 · Carried
That the information contained in the staff report dated June 9, 2026, entitled March 31 , 202 6 Financial Results from the Finance Department, be received. That the projects identified for closure this period be approved. That the 2026 capital budget be amended for project 42102604 HVAC Systems to add $400,000, funded from the Building Maintenance reserve fund, to advance the replacement of the c
Council, June 22, 2026 · Carried
1. That the information contained in the staff report dated June 9, 2026, entitled March 31, 2026 Financial Results from the Finance Department, be received. 2. That the projects identified for closure this period be approved. 3. That the 2026 capital budget be amended for project 42102604 HVAC Systems to add $400,000, funded from the Building Maintenance reserve fund, to advance the replacement o
Council, June 22, 2026 · Carried
That the resolutions submitted by the Board Chair of Oakville Municipal Development Corporation in the correspondence to the Mayor and Members of Council dated May 4, 2026, attached as Appendix A, with regard to the following matters, be approved: The consolidated Financial Statements of Oakville Municipal Development Corporation for the year ended December 31, 2025, attached as Appendix B. No com
Special Council, May 26, 2026 · Carried
1. That the resolutions submitted by the Board Chair of Oakville Municipal Development Corporation in the correspondence to the Mayor and Members of Council dated May 4, 2026, attached as Appendix A, with regard to the following matters, be approved: Special Council Minutes - May 26, 2026 a. The consolidated Financial Statements of Oakville Municipal Development Corporation for the year ended Dece
Special Council, May 26, 2026 · Carried
That the by-law noted above be passed.
Council, May 25, 2026 · Carried
That the by-laws noted above be passed.
Council, April 27, 2026 · Carried
That the by-laws noted above be passed. Council Minutes - April 27, 2026
Council, April 27, 2026 · Carried
That staff be directed to report back on streetlighting concerns within residential streets for the June 2026 Council meeting, including considerations for pedestrian safety. 17. Consideration and Reading of By-Laws 17.1 By-law 2026-036 A by-law to amend Harbours By-law 2012-007, being a by-law to establish rules and regulations for the Town of Oakville harbours (RE: Item 9.4) 17.2 By-law 2026-037
Council, March 30, 2026 · Carried
That this item be deferred to the next cycle of Council.
Council, January 26, 2026 · Lost
1. The report from the Parks and Open Space department dated November 11, 2025, be received; and 2. That the Town Solicitor be given delegated authority to enter into a license agreement with the Regional Municipality of Halton for the property municipally known as Reservoir Park located at 1185 Parkhill Road for the purpose of using the land as a park and installing a playground.
Council, November 24, 2025 · Carried
That the presentations from delegations regarding the 2026 operating and capital budget be received.
Budget Committee, November 13, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the Town of Oakville is committed to honouring and recognizing the service and sacrifice of Canada’s veterans and members of the armed forces; and WHEREAS Memorial Park in Oak Park, the Bronte Cenotaph in Bronte and George's Square in Downtown Oakville are significant community landmarks where residents gather to commemorate and reflect on the contributions of those who served; and WHEREAS
Council, October 6, 2025 · Carried
That the individuals identified in Appendix A to the confidential report OEC Appointment of Directors and Chairs - Update be appointed to the OEC Board and that their names be made public in the minutes. ▪ David Brennan, Chair ▪ Mayor Robert Burton ▪ Jane Clohecy ▪ Jane Allen ▪ Monique Buckberger ▪ Ian Cockwell ▪ Patrick Crowley ▪ Harold Holloway ▪ Robert Lister ▪ Janet Wilkinson ▪ Brian Johnson (
Council, June 23, 2025 · Carried
That the individuals identified in Appendix A to the confidential report OEC Appointment of Directors and Chairs - Update be appointed to the OEC Board and that their names be made public in the minutes. ▪ David Brennan, Chair ▪ Mayor Robert Burton Council Minutes - June 23, 2025 ▪ Jane Clohecy ▪ Jane Allen ▪ Monique Buckberger ▪ Ian Cockwell ▪ Patrick Crowley ▪ Harold Holloway ▪ Robert Lister ▪ J
Council, June 23, 2025 · Carried
That Council ratify the Memorandum of Agreement with OPFFA Local 1582 dated May 28, 2025, and that the agreement be executed in accordance with By-law 2013057.
Planning and Development Council, June 16, 2025 · Carried
Planning and Development Council Minutes June 16, 2025 That Council ratify the Memorandum of Agreement with OPFFA Local 1582 dated May 28, 2025, and that the agreement be executed in accordance with By-law 2013057.
Planning and Development Council, June 16, 2025 · Carried
That the report and recommendations of the Committee of the Whole be approved.
Planning and Development Council, February 18, 2025 · Carried
That the report and recommendations of the Committee of the Whole be approved. Planning and Development Council Minutes February 18, 2025
Planning and Development Council, February 18, 2025 · Carried
That the Oakville Transit 2025-2029 Business Plan be adopted in principle and used to guide transit service planning and operations over the next five years, subject to annual budget review.
Council, October 21, 2024 · Carried
That the by-law noted above, be passed.
Planning and Development Council, October 15, 2024 · Carried
That the by-laws noted above be passed.
Planning and Development Council, September 24, 2024 · Carried
That the by-law(s) noted above, be passed.
Planning and Development Council, May 6, 2024 · Carried
That the by-law(s) noted above, be passed.
Special Council, February 27, 2024 · Carried
That the by-laws noted above be passed.
Council, January 29, 2024 · Carried
That the recommendation to appoint the Citizens listed in Confidential Appendix B in the report dated December 5, 2023 from the Clerk’s department be approved.
Council, December 18, 2023 · Carried
That this meeting proceed into a Committee of the Whole session.
Council, November 20, 2023 · Carried
That this meeting proceed beyond the hour of 10:30 p.m.
Council, November 20, 2023 · Carried
That the revised Terms of Reference for the Community Spirit Awards Selection Committee attached as Appendix B to the staff report dated November 7, 2023 be approved.
Council, November 20, 2023 · Carried
That the minutes of the Budget Committee meeting of September 19, 2023, be approved.
Council, October 23, 2023 · Carried
That the report and recommendations of the Committee of the Whole be approved.
Council, October 23, 2023 · Carried
That the 2024 Oakville Transit On-Demand Transit Expansion Plan identifying On-Demand service expansion in select areas of the Town, be endorsed.
Council, September 18, 2023 · Carried
That staff incorporate the funding request for additional resources in this report into the budget process and prioritize along with other known budget pressures.
Budget Committee, September 6, 2023 · Carried
That By-law 2023-074, a by-law to prescribe standards for the maintenance and occupancy of property within the Town of Oakville, and to repeal By-law 2017-007, amending By-law 2018-042 and amending By-law 2022-032, attached as Appendix A to the report from Municipal Enforcement Services dated June 19, 2023 be passed, as revised in accordance with the memo dated June 13, 2023 from Municipal Enforce
Council, June 19, 2023 · Carried
1. That By-law 2023-074, a by-law to prescribe standards for the maintenance and occupancy of property within the Town of Oakville, and to repeal By-law 2017-007, amending By-law 2018- 042 and amending By-law 2022-032, attached as Appendix A to the report from Municipal Enforcement Services dated June 19, 2023 be passed, as revised in accordance with the memo dated June 13, 2023 from Municipal Enf
Council, June 19, 2023 · Carried
That this meeting proceed into a Committee of the Whole session.
Council, May 29, 2023 · Carried

In the record

337meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
2conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
2,769votes in 2022Local Councillor, incumbent
Site Plan Committee Meeting January 12, 2016
with respect to Item # 5b, as he is associated with the business
Site Plan Committee Meeting June 12, 2012
with respect to Item 5(d) – S

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