In This Issue:
- AMO’s new voter turnout resource is full of strategies and tactics.
- Take a look at AMO’s updated Local Democracy Solutions Bank.
- Pothole Prevention and Repair Program.
- Ontario Energy Board Plans 2026 review of Model Franchise Agreement.
- Applications now open: Canada Summer Jobs wage subsidy.
- ROMA Conference program update.
- Free 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 Deadline is November 18.
- 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.
- Growing Solutions: Seniors’ Housing Forum 2025 on November 20.
- IESO LT2 Q&A Session, today.
- Partnering for Impact: Collaborating on Municipal Solutions.
- Careers.
AMO Matters
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. Make a deposit! Share your resources and democracy solutions with us and we’ll add them to our growing catalogue.
Provincial Matters
The province has launched a Pothole Prevention and Repair Program for municipalities with populations up to 10,000 people. Applications are now open until December 12, 2025.
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.
Federal Matters
Municipalities with 50 or fewer full-time employees are eligible to apply for wage subsidies for summer work experiences targeting youth aged 15- 30 years old. Application window closes December 11, 2025, at 11:59 pm (PST). .
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 plenary program panel discussions 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 free 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.
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) delegation request process for the 2026 ROMA Annual Conference closes November 18. 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*
AdvantAge’s annual Seniors’ Housing Forum will be happening virtually on November 20 from 9am-2pm. Join for the latest on government plans, housing models, and meeting the needs of Ontario’s seniors.
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.
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
Procurement Professional - County of Simcoe. Closing Date: November 24, 2025.
Policy Planner - Oxford County. Closing Date: November 27th, 2025.
Supervisor, Road Operations - Town of Georgina. Closing Date: November 21, 2025.
