(WINGHAM, NORTH HURON) – North Huron taxpayers may soon be on the hook for a costly legal battle — all over a bylaw that could be fixed in under 30 seconds.
Call the Constitutional Crisis Hotline:
📞 Nelson Santos – 519-357-3550 EXT 124
Council has been formally warned that prohibiting the public and press from recording open meetings raises serious Charter concerns under Section 2(b) — freedom of expression and freedom of the press.
At this point, council can no longer claim they don’t know.
If a court finds the bylaw unconstitutional:
- Legal bills could explode
- Damages could be awarded
- Insurance premiums could spike
- Property taxes could rise
And you will pay.
This isn’t political.
It’s financial risk management.
Council has the authority to rescind or amend the bylaw immediately. One motion. One vote. Done.
They’ve moved faster before when bylaws didn’t suit their interests.
So why not now — when taxpayers are exposed?
Residents are encouraged to call CAO Nelson Santos at 519-357-3550 EXT 124 and ask:
- Has legal advice confirmed Charter compliance?
- What is the estimated financial exposure?
- When will council vote to fix this?
Be respectful. Be direct. Leave a message.
North Huron does not need to become a constitutional test case.
Call the Constitutional Crisis Hotline:
📞 Nelson Santos – 519-357-3550 EXT 124
Council must open the meeting, rescind the contested bylaw, and restore transparency.
This affects every homeowner. Every renter. Every business.
Stop the legal risk.
Protect taxpayers.
Uphold the Constitution.
This should not be a big ask.