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THE CITY OF FLIN FLON
BY-LAW NO. 2017 - 08
Being a By-Law of The City of Flin Flon
concerning fire fighting, fire prevention,
the related regulation of fire and other
hazards, the adoption of The Manitoba
Fire Code, and emergency fire service, to
be known as the "Fire Prevention By-Law".
Passed:
March 21, 2017
WHEREAS The City of Flin Flon is empowered under The Municipal Act, R.S.M. 1988, c.
M225, Sections 289 and 290, to establish and maintain a fire department, to pass bylaws for the
prevention of fire, regulating the keeping, storage and transportation of flammable or dangerous
materials, and certain other powers, including authorizing the adoption of The Manitoba Fire
Code as referred to hereinafter, and
WHEREAS Section 297 of The Municipal Act empowers the municipality to regulate the use
and sale of fireworks within the municipality, and
WHEREAS it is deemed expedient and in the public interest to establish, continue, and maintain
fire prevention in the City of Flin Flon, now
THEREFORE the Council of The City of Flin Flon, duly assembled, enacts as follows:
1.
INTERPRETATION
It is the purpose of this by-law to establish the standards for fire prevention, fire fighting,
and life safety in buildings; the prevention, containment and fighting of fires originating
outside buildings which may present a hazard to all or any part of the municipality; and
the transportation and storage of flammable and combustible substances.
2.
DEFINITION
(a)
Unless otherwise provided, or unless the context otherwise requires, words and
expressions in this by-law have the same meaning as the same words and
expressions in The Municipal Act and in The Manitoba Fire Code.
(b)
All references to "he" and its derivatives shall include "she" and its derivatives
unless the context thereof requires otherwise.
(c)
In this by-law
(1)
"AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION" means the Fire Chief, Acting
Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, or the responsible municipal, provincial, or
federal official with legal authority for controlling the subject referred to,
including, without limiting the generality thereof, municipal Fire
Prevention Officers and Fire Inspectors. For greater certainty, references
to provincial officials shall be deemed to refer to officials of the Province
of Manitoba.
(2)
"CHIEF INSPECTOR OF EXPLOSIVES" means the person designated as
the Chief Inspector of Explosives under The Explosives Act (Canada).
(3)
"CITY" means The City of Flin Flon, or the area contained within the
boundaries thereof.
PART I
INTERPRETATION & DEFINITIONS
(4)
"CODE" means The Manitoba Fire Code being Regulation No. 212/92 of
The Fire Prevention Act, R.S.M. 2014, c.F80, as amended from time to
time, or any subsequent Manitoba Fire Code which may be enacted.
(5)
"COUNCIL" means the council of the municipality.
(6)
"FIRE CHIEF" means the Fire Chief for the municipality and anyone
acting or authorized to act on his behalf.
(7)
"FIRE DEPARTMENT" means the Fire Department for the municipality,
and includes a volunteer fire department.
(8)
"FIREFIGHTER" means any member, including volunteers, of the Fire
Department or other emergency service team while their services are
actually engaged by the municipality for the purpose of enforcing the
provisions of this by-law.
(9)
"FIREWORKS' means any article defined as fireworks pursuant to The
Explosives Act (Canada) or regulations thereto and without limiting the
generality of the foregoing, shall also include High Hazard Fireworks and
Low Hazard Fireworks as defined hereafter.
(10)
"HIGH HAZARD FIREWORKS" means any fireworks such as rockets,
serpents, shells, bombshells, tourbillions, maroons, large wheels,
bouquets, barrages, bombardos, waterfalls, fountains, mines and fire
crackers as defined in Class 7.2.2 of The Explosives Act (Canada) as High
Hazard Fireworks for Recreation.
(11)
"INSPECTOR" means Fire Inspector or any other person or agency
employed by or acting for the municipality and partially or wholly
responsible for fire safety within the municipality.
(12)
"LOW HAZARD FIREWORKS" means any fireworks such as fireworks
showers, fountains, golden rain, lawn light, pin wheel, roman candles,
volcanoes, sparklers, Christmas crackers and caps for toy guns as defined
in Class 7.2.1 of The Explosives Act (Canada) as Low Hazard Fireworks
for Recreation.
(13)
"STATIC DISPLAY" means a display for sale of what appears to be
fireworks which contain no explosive materials and have been prepared by
a fireworks manufacturer for use as a display.
3.
APPLICATION
The provisions of this by-law shall apply equally to new and existing conditions, except
that existing conditions not in strict compliance with the terms of this by-law shall be
permitted to continue where the exceptions do not constitute a distinct hazard to life or
adjoining property.
4.
ADOPTION OF FIRE CODE
(a)
The municipality hereby adopts the Code as part of this by-law, and the whole
thereof, save and except such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified or
amended, is hereby incorporated as if fully set out at length herein. Any reference
to this by-law shall be construed as a reference to the whole by-law, including the
Code.
(b)
For greater certainty, the provisions of The Fire Prevention Act, R.S.M. 2014,
c.F80, as it may be amended, and of any regulations made pursuant thereto shall
be deemed to apply as if the provisions thereof formed part of this by-law.
PART II
ADMINISTRATION
5.
RECOVERY OF COSTS
Subject to any agreements to the contrary, where any type of emergency services have
been provided, within or outside the municipality, including responding to a false alarm,
the municipality may, in respect of any related costs incurred in taking such action,
charge such costs to the person who caused the fire or incident, or the owner or occupant
of the land or property in respect of which the action was taken.
6.
CREATION & MEMBERSHIP
There is hereby created a Fire Department for The City of Flin Flon, to be comprised of a
Fire Chief, a maximum of 36 volunteer firefighters, and such support staff as may from
time to time be required. No change in the complement of the Fire Department shall be
made without approval of the Council, who may authorize an increase or decrease or vary
the above stated complement.
The recruitment of new members shall be at the discretion of the Fire Chief after
consultation with the Department Officers.
A person is qualified to be member of the Department who:
(a)
Is 19 years of age or older.
(b)
Possesses an acceptable criminal records check.
(c)
Is physically fit and is able to pass a physical exam.
(d)
Possesses a valid driver's license.
All Officers and Members are required to sign a copy of the Code of Ethics statement.
The Fire Chief may discipline any Officer or Member for cause.
Any member of the fire department may be suspended or discharged by the Fire Chief at
any time he/she may deem such action necessary for the good of the fire department.
7.
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE FIRE CHIEF
It shall be the responsibility of the Fire Chief to administer and enforce the provisions of
this by-law, subject always to such direction as may from time to time be given by the
Council.
The Fire Chief shall establish rules, regulations, policies and committees necessary for
the proper organization and administration of the Fire Department, including, but not
limited to:
(a)
Use, care and protection of fire department property.
(b)
The conduct and discipline of officers and members of the Fire Department, and
(c)
efficient operations of the Fire Department.
8.
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Emergency Services are hereby established for the purpose of:
(a)
preventing and extinguishing fires
(b)
investigating the causes of fire
PART III
CREATION OF FIRE DEPARTMENT
PART IV
EMERGENCY SERVICES
(c)
preserving life and property and protecting persons and property from injury or
destruction by fire, and providing rescue services
(d)
preserving life and property and protecting persons and property from injury or
destruction by fire, and providing rescue services
(e)
performing salvage operations
(f)
entering into agreements with other municipalities or persons for the joint use,
control, and management of fire extinguishing apparatus and equipment
(g)
Purchasing and operating apparatus and equipment for extinguishing fires or
preserving life and property.
Subject to the provisions in this by-law, the Fire Department is authorized to provide the
following services:
(a)
Fire Suppression and Rescue
(b)
Water Rescue
(c)
Shore based water Rescue
(d)
Vehicle Extrication and Rescue
(e)
Hazardous Materials Response - Awareness Level
(f)
Low Angle Rescue
(g)
Aircraft Extrication and Rescue
9.
AGREEMENT FOR EMERGENCY SERVICE
The municipality may elect to enter into an agreement with another municipality to
provide or have provided emergency services. Such agreement requires prior authority of
the Council.
10.
RESPONSE OUTSIDE MUNICIPALITY
The Fire Department will not respond to any call respecting a fire or an emergency
outside the municipal boundaries except with respect to a fire or emergency:
(a)
that in the opinion of the Fire Chief threatens property in the municipality or
property situated outside the municipality that is owned or occupied by the
municipality, or
(b)
in a municipality with which an agreement has been entered into to provide fire
protection, or
(c)
in a municipality which forms part of a mutual aid agreement for which the
municipality is a member, or
(d)
on property with respect to which an agreement has been entered into with any
person or corporation to provide fire protection therefore, or
(e)
for which the head of council has first authorized such attendance.
(f)
where another by-law of The City of Flin Flon expressly provides for same, but in
such case, subject always to the stipulations made in such by-law.
11.
INTERFERENCE AN OFFENCE
It shall be an offence for any persons, other than the authority having jurisdiction or a
firefighter in the course of duty, to turn on or interfere with any fire hydrant, in any
manner whatsoever.
12.
TAMPERING AN OFFENCE
It shall be an offence for any person to tamper with, damage, or discharge any fire
prevention, fire suppression, or rescue apparatus, or move any such apparatus from its
allocated location, without the permission of the Fire Chief.
13.
USE OF PERSONAL VEHICLES
Personal vehicles of firefighters may be used to respond to a fire or emergency call from
the point where the call was received to the fire hall, or to the fire or emergency scene, as
the case may be, provided that the vehicle is equipped with an approved beacon and
insignia and operated in accordance with the provisions of The Highway Traffic Act.
14.
REQURING ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE
The Fire Chief of the Fire Department present at any fire, shall have the right and
authority to require any able-bodied adult person to assist in extinguishing fires and to
assist in the control of spread of fire and any such person, while acting under the
direction of the Fire Chief or the senior officer as the case may be, shall be deemed an
employee of the municipality.
15.
COMMANDEERING EQUIPMENT
The Fire Chief of the Fire Department present at any fire, shall have the right and
authority to commandeer and authorize payment for the possession or use of any
equipment for the immediate purpose of fighting a fire.
16.
ACCESS FOR INSPECTION
The Authority Having Jurisdiction may, at all reasonable times, enter any premises for
the purpose of making an inspection, and any person in charge of the premises shall allow
the Authority Having Jurisdiction free access thereto.
17.
PREVENTION OF FIRE SPREAD
The Fire Chief of the Fire Department present at any fire shall have the right and
authority to enter, pull down or demolish any house or building or structure, directly or
indirectly affected, where deemed reasonable necessary for the purpose of extinguishing
a fire or to control or prevent the spread of fires or in conjunction with dangerous goods
or rescue.
In addition to the authority provided to conduct inspections pursuant to The Fire
Prevention and Response Act, the Fire Chief or a fire inspector may carry out
inspections:
(a)
On behalf of and at the request of an owner or operator of a facility where an
inspection, letter of approval or report with respect to the fire safety of the facility
is required.
(b)
As required by the Fire Commissioner pursuant to provincial legislation; or
PART V
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
PART VI
FIRE PREVENTION STANDARDS
(c)
As outlined in the Fire Departments fire prevention plan.
The authority having jurisdiction may, at all reasonable times, enter any premises for the
purpose of making an inspection, and any person in charge of the premises shall allow the
authority having jurisdiction free access thereto.
The purpose of conducting an inspection is to:
(a)
Protect the residents and clients of the facility, as they are vulnerable members of
the community;
(b)
Ensure that the structure, equipment and maintenance of the facility complies with
The Fire Prevention and Response Act, and The Manitoba Fire Code Regulations
and this by-law; and
(c)
Assist in determining if the operator or owner of the facility is satisfying the
licensing requirements relating to fire safety set out in provincial legislation.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law, where in the course of an inspection
or investigation under this by-law, the Fire Chief or his designate is of the opinion that a
condition exists creating a serious danger to life or property, the Fire Chief or his
designate may:
(a)
Use any measures appropriate to remove or lessen the condition.
(b)
Evacuate the building, structure, or area which has been considered appropriate.
(c)
Close a building or area that is considered a serious danger to life and property.
(d)
Costs of such an action is the expense of the property owner
18.
STARTING FIRES IN OPEN AIR
(a)
It shall be an offence for any person to light, ignite or start, or allow or cause to be
lighted, ignited or started, a fire of any kind whatsoever in the open air, without
first having obtained written permission to do so from the Fire Chief.
(b)
A person to whom a permit has been so issued shall not leave the permitted fire
unattended at any time while it is burning or smoldering, and shall ensure that
sufficient appliances and equipment to prevent the fire from getting beyond
control or causing damage or becoming dangerous are at the fire site.
(c)
Notwithstanding subsection (a), no permit shall be required to light, ignite, or start
or allow or cause to be lighted, ignited, or started, a small contained fire in a
barbeque, grill or similar device used to cook food.
19.
WOOD PILES
(a)
It shall be an offence for any person to pile or allow to be piled any lumber or
wood on private property within three meters of the exterior of any dwelling.
(b)
Subsection (a) shall not apply to lumber in transit or in the process of erection on
a construction site.
20.
STORAGE OF CONTAINERS
All boxes, crates, petroleum barrels, and other containers, empty or otherwise, packing
materials, or other materials used or kept in any building or on any lot, shall be:
(a)
so stacked or piled as to keep them clear of windows and doors to provide for
clear ingress and egress to and from any part of the premises or building;
(b)
kept away from any source or ignition;
(c)
removed forthwith if determined to constitute a fire hazard by the Authority
Having Jurisdiction from the windows or doors in question to such location as
authorized by the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
21.
PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
Portable fire extinguishers shall be:
(a)
provided in conformance with the requirement of the Manitoba Fire Code and
located as indicated in further requirements, and
(b)
maintained and/or hydrostatically tested, in cases where the Manitoba Fire Code
should so require.
22.
CHIMNEY PIPES
(a)
All chimneys, flue pipes, and solid fuel appliances, such as fireplaces, wood
heaters, combination wood furnaces, add-on wood furnaces, and including pellet
stoves, must be cleaned regularly to prevent a build up of creosote. Where the
Fire Chief deems it necessary, he may give notice to any owner requiring the
cleaning of any chimney or pipe, and where such order is not complied with
within ten (10) days, the Fire Chief may cause the work to be done and the cost
therefore shall be the responsibility of the owner.
(b)
The Fire Chief may give notice to any owner to cease operation of such heating
unit, if it is found to be non-compliant with The Manitoba Building Code and/or
The Manitoba Fire Code.
23.
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION SERVICES
All buildings and properties shall be adequately maintained in order to guard against fire
or the risk of fire.
No person shall erect, place, allow or maintain a fence, shrub, tree or other object within
one meter of a hydrant.
In addition to the authority provided to conduct inspections pursuant to the Fire
Prevention and Response Act, the Fire Chief or a fire inspector may carry out
inspections:
(a)
On behalf of and at the request of an owner or operator of a facility where and
inspection, letter of approval or report with respect to the fire safety of the facility
is required.
(b)
As required by the Fire Commissioner pursuant to provincial legislation; or
(c)
As outlined in the Fire Departments Fire Prevention Plan
The Authority Having Jurisdiction may, at all reasonable times, enter any premises for
the purpose of making an inspection, and any person in charge of the premises shall allow
the Authority Having Jurisdiction free access thereto.
The purpose of conducting inspection is to:
(a)
Protect the residents and clients of the facility, as they are vulnerable members of
the community;
(b)
Ensure that the structure, equipment and maintenance of the facility complies with
The Fire Prevention and Response Act, and The Manitoba Fire Code Regulations
and this By-Law; and
(c)
Assist in determining if the operator or owner of the facility is satisfying the
licensing requirements relating to fire safety set out in provincial legislation.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this by-law, where in the course of an inspection
or investigation under the by-law, the Fire Chief or his designate is of the opinion that a
condition exists creating a serious danger to life or property, the Fire Chief or his
designate may:
(a)
Use any measures appropriate to remove or lessen the condition.
(b)
Evacuate the building, structure, or area, which has been considered appropriate.
(c)
Close a building or area that is considered a serious danger to life and property.
(d)
Costs of such an action is the expense of the property owner.
24.
FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
(a)
Every fire alarm system shall be maintained at all times in operating condition
and tested by a qualified person in accordance with the requirements of the Code.
(b)
Where the Fire Department attends in response to a fire alarm call which is an
apparent false alarm, the Fire Chief, or in his absence, the senior officer of the
Fire Department present at the scene, will attempt to contact the property owner
or other designated person to attend and secure the premises. Where unable to
contact the property owner or designated person, then a security guard may be
called to perform fire duty at the expense of the owner.
25.
FLAMMABLE AND/OR COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID STORAGE AND STORAGE OF
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Prior written permission from the Fire Chief shall be required for the storage of
flammable and/or combustible liquids or hazardous materials in excess of the amounts
specified in the Manitoba Fire Code.
26.
SOLID FUEL BURNING APPLIANCES
(a)
For the purposes of this section, a solid fuel-burning appliance is defined as a
boiler used to heat a principal residence or accessory building.
(b)
Solid fuel burning appliances in accessory buildings shall not be allowed in any
residential zone.
(c)
In all other zones than residential, solid fuel burning appliances shall conform to
The Manitoba Building Code.
(d)
The accessory building used as a solid fuel fire appliance shall have a clearance of
25 feet from the main building or other accessory use building on the site, as well
as 25 feet from any property line.
(e)
Any person, firm, or corporation wanting to construct such an accessory building
in the City of Flin Flon shall obtain a building permit under The Building By-Law
for The City of Flin Flon.
27.
SALE OF FIREWORKS
(a)
No person shall display for sale, sell or offer for sale fireworks within the
municipality.
(b)
Notwithstanding subsection (a), static displays of fireworks, fireworks posters, or
other advertising advising of the availability of fireworks shall be allowed.
(c)
A person who possesses a valid Fireworks Sales Permit may sell fireworks to any
person who presents a valid Fireworks Permit issued by the Fire chief.
PART VII
FIREWORKS
(d)
A person selling fireworks pursuant to this section must maintain a copy of each
Fireworks Permit presented prior to sale of any fireworks for a 12-month period
commencing on the date of sale, and present all such Fireworks Permits for
inspection by the Fire Chief upon request.
28.
STORAGE & DISPOSAL
The storage and disposal of unused fireworks shall be in compliance with The Explosives
Act (Canada).
29.
PERMIT REQUIRED
No person shall purchase fireworks, fire, set off, or otherwise ignite any fireworks in or
above the municipality, except under a permit issued therefore pursuant to Section 30,
and in compliance with the conditions contained in Section 31 hereof.
30.
PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
(a)
The Fire Chief, at his absolute discretion, may authorize permits allowing for the
firing or setting off of fireworks in conjunction with a proposed fireworks display.
(b)
Any person desiring to purchase, fire, set off, or otherwise ignite any low hazard
fireworks, or conduct a fireworks display including low hazard fireworks only,
shall make application to the Fire Chief for a Fireworks Permit, and such permit
application shall state the following:
(1)
the name, address, and proof of age and identity of the person to whom the
permit is to be issued;
(2)
where applicable, the name and address of an executive officer or other
person responsible for the person receiving the permit;
(3)
the place and date upon which the display is to be held;
(4)
the name and address of each person under whose conduct and supervision
the display shall be held.
(c)
Any person desiring to purchase, fire, set off, or otherwise ignite any high hazard
fireworks, or conduct a fireworks display which includes any high hazard
fireworks, shall make application to the Fire Chief for a Fireworks Permit, and
such permit application shall state the following:
(1)
the name, address, and proof of age and identity of the person to whom the
permit is to be issued;
(2)
where applicable, the name and address of an executive officer or other
person responsible for the person receiving the permit;
(3)
the place and date upon which the display is to be held;
(4)
where applicable, the name and address of the owner of the property upon
which the display is to be held;
(5)
the name and address of each person under whose conduct and supervision
the display shall be held.
(6)
the name and address of the Supervisor approved by the Chief Inspector of
Explosives who shall supervise the fireworks display;
(7)
the location and manner in which the fireworks shall be stored;
(8)
the manner in which unused fireworks, if any, are to be disposed of; and
(9)
the means which will be utilized in order to restrain unauthorized persons
from coming into close proximity to the location where the fireworks are
to be set off.
(d)
Any applicant for a permit as referred to in paragraph (2)(b)(1) or (c)(1) above
may prove his identity and his age by presenting his driver's licence, birth
certificate, or other identification satisfactory to the Fire Chief.
(e)
No person shall utilize the property of any other person for a fireworks display
without the written permission of the owner.
(f)
The Fire Chief may, at his discretion, require any applicant to comply with the
high hazard fireworks standards.
(g)
Any person desiring to purchase fireworks for use outside the boundaries of the
municipality shall obtain the appropriate permit in accordance with this division,
as determined by the Fire Chief, prior to purchase, and shall indicate thereon that
the fireworks display will take place beyond the corporate limits of the
municipality.
31.
CONDITIONS UNDER PERMIT
The following conditions shall apply to the firing or setting off of fireworks or holding a
fireworks display under a permit issued pursuant to Section 30 hereof:
(a)
(1)
The display of low hazard fireworks shall be carried out under the direct
conduct and supervision of at least one responsible person, who shall be
designated in the permit, and shall be at least eighteen years of age.
(2)
Notwithstanding paragraph (1) above and subsection (d) below, a permit
shall not be required for the use of sparklers which may be used in a
display, so long as such display is conducted by or under the supervision
of a person eighteen years of age or older, and the use and sale of
Christmas crackers and caps for toy guns shall not be regulated by this by-
law.
(b)
The display of high hazard fireworks shall be carried out under the direct conduct
and supervision of a person approved by the Chief Inspector of Explosives.
(c)
A display under either subsection (a) or (b) above shall be conducted in a manner
consistent with all safety procedures specified in regulations issued pursuant to
The Explosives Act (Canada) and continue only while:
(1)
all proper precautions are being observed in order to keep spectators at a
safe distance from the location where the fireworks are being set off; and
(2)
all proper precautions are being observed in order to protect public and
private property; and
(3)
proper fire extinguishing equipment is available.
(d)
No display shall be held without compliance with the distance restrictions as set
out in The Explosives Act (Canada).
(e)
All unused fireworks and all debris shall be removed and disposed of in
accordance with provisions of The Explosives Act (Canada).
(f)
Where the display is to be held on or above municipal owned property, or on or
above property over which the municipality has possession or control, the person
to whom the permit is issued shall, prior to holding the display, deposit the
following with the Fire Chief:
(1)
a written undertaking by the person to indemnify the municipality for any
liability that the municipality may incur as a result of damages arising out
of the fireworks display;
PART VIII
PENALTY PROVISION
PART IX
REPEAL & ENACTMENT
(2)
an insurance policy containing provisions including the amount of liability
coverage acceptable to the council, which provides for the protection and
indemnification of the municipality in respect of any liability that the
municipality may incur as a result of damages arising out of the fireworks
display.
32.
FIREWORKS SALES PERMIT
(a)
Notwithstanding Section 25, a person may have possession of fireworks for the
purpose of sale if such person has previously obtained a Fireworks Sales Permit
from the Fire Chief.
33.
RIGHT OF APPEAL
An applicant denied a permit pursuant to this part by the Fire Chief may appeal the
refusal to Council so long as such appeal is made in writing and directed to the municipal
office within seven (7) days of a refusal by the Fire Chief.
34.
PENALTY
(a)
Any person who contravenes or disobeys, or refuses or neglects to obey:
(1)
any provision of this by-law, or any provision of any other by-law that by
this by-law is made applicable to proceedings taken or things done under
this by-law; or
(2)
any provision of any by-law, regulation, or order enacted or made by
Council; or
(3)
any order made by this by-law or any condition attached to a permit or to
which the permit is subject;
for which no other penalty is specifically provided, is guilty of an offence and is
liable, on summary conviction, to a fine of not less than $100.00 or more than
$1,000.00 for each day's neglect or failure to comply therewith, and in default of
payment of the fine, to imprisonment for a term not exceeding thirty (30) days.
(b)
Any person who hinders or obstructs the Authority Having Jurisdiction in the
exercise of his duty is guilty of an offence and liable on summary conviction to a
fine of not less than $100.00 or more than $200.00, and in default of payment of
the fine, to imprisonment for a term not exceeding fourteen (14) days.
35.
REPEAL
(a)
By-Law 35/96 is repealed.
(b)
The following parts of By-Law 37/77 are repealed:
(c)
The repeal of the said by-law shall also not defeat, disturb, invalidate, or
prejudicially affect any matter or thing whatsoever had, done, completed, existing
or pending at the time of such repeal.
36.
ENACTMENT
This by-law shall come into full force and take effect upon the passage thereof.
37.
VALIDITY OF BY-LAW
Should any provision of this by-law or the Code hereby adopted be declared to be invalid
by a court of competent jurisdiction, it is the intent of Council that it would have passed
all other provisions of this by-law and the Code independent of the elimination of any
such portion as may be declared invalid.
PASSED AND ENACTED AS A BY-LAW OF THE CITY OF FLIN FLON, THIS 21st DAY
OF MARCH, A.D. 2017.
Original Signed by Cal HUNTLEY
Mayor
Original Signed by Mark KOLT
Municipal Administrator
Read a first
time this
7th.
day of
March, A.D. 2017.
Read a second
time this
21st.
day of
March, A.D. 2017.
Read a third
time this
21st.
day of
March, A.D. 2017, DONE AND FINALLY PASSED.