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AMO is seeking applications from Council members to fill 10 vacancies on its Board of Directors. This is an opportunity to help shape AMO’s strategic direction, advance municipal advocacy priorities, and represent the interests of municipalities across Ontario.
Eligible applicants must be an elected official in an AMO member municipality. Applications must include a completed application form, cover letter and résumé or CV.
Deadline to apply: Friday, December 11, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET.
For position details, eligibility requirements and application materials, click the link below.
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Ontario appoints Heads of Council in Upper-Tier Municipalities
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Earlier this week, the provincial government appointed eight new Heads of Council for Durham, Halton, Niagara, Peel, Waterloo and York regions, Muskoka District and Simcoe County. AMO looks forward to working with the new regional chairs in their roles as part of Ontario's municipal leadership. We represent 444 municipalities across the province, and our priority is to work constructively with all municipal leaders to advance the interests of Ontario communities.
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Take OCC's 2026 Business Confidence Survey
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As part of our MOU with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC), AMO is encouraging municipalities and economic development leaders to participate in their annual Business Confidence Survey. The findings will help identify business challenges, opportunities and priorities across the province, informing the OCC’s advocacy and its 2027 Ontario Economic Report.
Please share it with your economic development teams and local businesses. Deadline November 30, 2026.
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Now accepting applications for 2027 AMO Youth Fellowship Program
AMO is seeking applicants for its 2027 Youth Fellowship Program. Share this opportunity with students and youth interested in local government, governance, and the health of our democracy. Through this Fellowship, participants learn about municipal governance and policy while gaining exposure to realtime issues facing Ontario's municipalities. Applications are due November 27th.
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New Council Program Begins
AMO's Local Leadership Foundations launched this week with a leadership workshop on integrity, civility and public engagement for London's council. Virtual sessions also start Nov 12. Join us for this innovative learning program on council's role and good governance. Click here to learn more and register your community.
ROMA Conference Early Bird Pricing Ends Soon
Register by November 18 to take advantage of early registration at the 2027 ROMA Conference. Be part of the conversations, connections, and ideas that will help move rural Ontario forward.
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LAS AMO Business Services
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Participate in an LAS Program? Check Your Inbox
Municipal contacts actively participating in LAS programs may have received our first annual LAS Partnership Effectiveness Survey between November 5 and 9. If you received one, please share your feedback before November 30. Your input will help LAS understand the value and outcomes of its programs and where we can continue to improve.
LAS to Launch New Toolkit for Municipalities
December 3 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. It also marks the launch of LAS’ newest program designed to help municipalities comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Join our webinar December 3 at 11am to learn all about this new Toolkit. Register here to attend.
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National Housing Catalogue Information Session
The Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is hosting webinars about how municipalities can use the national Housing Design Catalogue to advance housing outcomes. Register to attend in in English or French.
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Webinar on MCM Heritage Framework Transformation
The Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism (MCM) is hosting an information session about proposed changes to Ontario's archaeology heritage framework. Join the session on Friday, November 13 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Call for applications: Justice of the Peace positions
The province is seeking applicants for Justice of the Peace appointments across Ontario. There are currently 30 vacancies advertised throughout the province, and the application deadline is January 5, 2027.
Best Practices for Source Water Protection Program
Municipalities not covered by the province’s source protection planning framework can apply for funding to develop local source water protection action plans. Apply by November 27.
Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund
Applications are now open until December 22 for the next round of the $500 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund.
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AdvantAge Long-Term Care Forum and Online Program
Elected officials play a key role in supporting strong governance, whether through decisions made at council or more direct oversight of a municipal long-term care home. AdvantAge Ontario offers a self-paced online LTC Governance and Leadership Program and is hosting the Seniors’ Housing and Community Services Forum 2026, to explore innovative approaches and help elected officials make informed decisions.
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