In This Issue:
- New resources added to Gender-Based Violence toolkit.
- AMO releases resource to support increasing voter turnout.
- AMO releases new version of its Local Democracy Solutions Bank.
- Ontario Energy Board Plans 2026 review of Model Franchise Agreement.
- ROMA Conference concurrent sessions release.
- Workshop: Everything You Need to Know as a Diverse Candidate – Dec 3rd.
- Seeking re-election or first-time candidate? AMO’s new, free workshop series is for you.
- Request your delegations at the ROMA Conference.
- ROMA Trade Show - selling out fast!
- Request for Proposals for AMO AGM and Annual Conference.
- How Municipalities Can Spot – and Stop – Professional Identity Fraud.
- Provide sewer and water line protection for homeowners.
- LTC Webinar for Councillors – Recording and Presentation Deck.
- IESO LT2 Q&A Session.
- IESO Long Lead Time Procurement Webinar.
- Invasive Species Action Fund.
- Partnering for Impact: Collaborating on Municipal Solutions.
- Careers.
AMO Matters
New resources have been added to AMO’s Gender-Based Violence Toolkit, including the newly launched Leader’s Pledge on Preventing and Addressing Sexual Misconduct.
Turn Up the Turnout: A Resource on Voter Participation in Local Elections equips politicians, policymakers, civil society leaders, and citizens with evidence-based strategies to increase voter turnout. This resource is part of AMO’s Healthy Democracy Project designed to support AMO members to better engage residents in their communities, help people understand the important role of their local government, and understand how their voice and votes matter.
The new version of AMO’s Local Democracy Solutions Bank includes a catalogue of existing resources for candidates looking to run or seek re-election. The resources have been collected from national and local Ontario candidate support organizations. Explore growing catalogues of local democracy solutions, candidate supports, and local democracy related reports and research.
Provincial Matters
The OEB issued a letter advising interested stakeholders that it intends to commence a generic proceeding in 2026 to review the OEB's Model Franchise Agreement.
Education Opportunities
The ROMA 2026 Conference is a vital hub for sharing innovative solutions, gaining insight into best practices and tools that can drive the sustainability of your community. View the program outline and list of topics that will be explored at the conference and register today.
Focused specifically on diverse candidates, AMO’s Running for Municipal Office – Everything You Need to Know as a Diverse Candidate 90-minute workshop provides useful insights and strategies to support you in getting your name on the ballot.
Stronger Leaders, Stronger Communities is designed to equip you with the tools, resilience, and confidence to meet the challenges of the political landscape head-on. This workshop series is being offered at no charge in two streams: those considering re-election in 2026 and a second for first-time candidates who want to explore whether elected office is right for them. Full details and registration information here.
ROMA is pleased to share that the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) has launched its delegation request process for the 2026 ROMA Annual Conference. Only registered ROMA Conference delegates are eligible to participate in delegation meetings with the provincial government. Register today.
ROMA members represent over 2.8 million residents living in about 1,000,000 households. Connect with rural municipal leaders at the ROMA Conference trade show. Complete your application today before it is sold out.
The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is now accepting bids for our 2028, 2029, 2030 and 2031 AMO Annual Conference. The Request for Proposals (RFP) is open to all AMO members in good standing able to best fulfill/meet the criteria as laid out in the RFP. Click here for the RFP.
LAS
LAS’ Electronic Signature Program partner contributes an article about identifying fraudulent identity credentials. Read about various cases and learn how to identify and stop these occurrences in your municipality.
Through the LAS Sewer and Water Line Warranty program, municipalities can provide a cost-saving option for homeowners who find themselves with damaged sewer and water lines. Learn more about this guaranteed warranty program provided by Service Line Warranties of Canada (SLWC).
Municipal Wire*
A recording and presentation slides are available for AdvantAge’s webinar on the long-term care environment from a municipal perspective. Municipal councils and staff involved in LTC are encouraged to review.
The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is hosting an information session on November 12th on its proposed “Long Lead Time” (LLT) Procurement followed by a breakout session for municipalities. Attendees must register for the session and breakout separately.
The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is hosting a Q&A session about the proposal process for the long-term 2 procurements on November 13. The deadline for LT2 proposals is December 18.
The Invasive Species Centre is accepting proposals to the Invasive Species Action Fund to facilitate on-the-ground monitoring and management of critical invasive species. Visit www.invasivespeciescentre.ca/grants to apply by January 9th.
Join AMO and the Future Cities Institute on November 19th at 12:00pm for an interactive session exploring how municipal and post-secondary partnerships can tackle today’s most complex local challenges. Learn practical ways municipal leaders, planners, and researchers can collaborate with academic institutions to drive innovation and change. Register here.
Careers
Director of Children and Social Services - City of Greater Sudbury. Closing Date: November 25, 2025.
Senior Policy Advisor (Labour relations and contingency planning)/ Conseiller principal en politiques (relations de travail et planification des mesures d'urgence); conseillère principale en politiques (relations de travail et planification des mesures d'urgence) - Treasury Board Secretariat/Secrétariat du Conseil du Trésor. Closing Date: November 13, 2025.
Team Lead (Strategy and Contingency Planning)/Chef d'équipe (stratégies et planification des mesures d'urgence) - Treasury Board Secretariat/Secrétariat du Conseil du Trésor. Closing Date: November 13, 2025.
Licensing and Public Services Coordinator - King Township. Closing Date: November 17, 2025.
