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A productive meeting this afternoon at Queen’s Park, where AMO’s Executive Committee met with Minister Flack to discuss several key issues and priorities facing Ontario’s municipal sector. Thank you to the Minister for the opportunity to share perspectives and advance important conversations on behalf of municipalities across the province. @RobFlackEML @RiverWardRiley

AMO President Riley Brockington was pleased to attend the Anishinabek Nation Fall Assembly held in Ottawa, where he spoke about the importance of meaningful relationships and partnerships between First Nations and municipalities. His remarks highlighted AMO’s Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan and the Memorandum of Understanding between AMO and the Anishinabek Nation, and opportunities for greater understanding and collaboration. AMO honours Treaties Recognition Week, as it is an important reminder of the need to understand treaty rights, relationships and responsibilities. Miigwetch to the Anishinabek Nation for the invitation.

AMO is pleased to share an updated modelling tool, developed by Oxford Economics, to help municipalities estimate the impact of tariffs on capital construction project costs, reflecting tariff costs as of late August 2026. Developed with input from municipal public works leaders and treasurers, the tool can help municipalities: • Inform council decisions on capital projects. • Understand and explain price fluctuations. • Support procurement negotiations with vendors. Get started with the modelling tool user guide and video tutorial: amo.on.ca/policy/finance-inf…

We're hiring! Join the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) as a Senior Marketing Advisor and help shape strategies that promote programs, events, and services supporting Ontario’s municipal sector. 📍 Toronto (hybrid) 🗓️ Application deadline: November 23, 2026 jobs.amo.on.ca/jobs/2026/11/…

AMO analysis of Ontario municipal elections found that overall voter turnout was 36%, up from 33% in 2022. Listen to AMO Executive Director Lindsay Jones discuss the analysis: cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-1… See the full news release: amo.on.ca/about-us/news-rele…

What comes next for Ontario's new councillors and mayors? Outgoing Mayor of Guelph Cam Guthrie sat down with CBC to discuss Local Leadership Foundations, AMO's learning program that prepares elected officials for the upcoming term. Listen here: cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-1… Learn about the program: amo.on.ca/amo-education-work…

AMO analysis of the Ontario municipal elections this past week finds significant change in municipal leadership and increased voter turnout. Nearly four in 10 council members are new to municipal government, while reported voter turnout increased to approximately 36% from 33% in 2022. Explore the findings here: amo.on.ca/events-training/bl…

Read AMO's latest policy update: amo.on.ca/policy/finance-inf…

Congratulations to Ontario's newly elected municipal leaders! As the new term begins, AMO is here to help with learning opportunities, advocacy, networking, and practical solutions that support strong local government and stronger communities. Register, explore, and follow along: linktr.ee/AMOpolicy

Today is the day! Get out and vote for your municipal government! From roads, to parks, to emergency services, and beyond, municipal governments impact our lives every single day. Have your say in the next four years of leadership. Find the details you need on your local municipality's website. Voter cards are often not necessary to vote.

Happy #PublicLibraryWeek! 📖 We’re celebrating Ontario’s public libraries and the staff who help create welcoming spaces for learning, discovery, and community connection every day.

Can Ontario's election rules keep up with social media and generative AI? AMO President Riley Brockington joined @JeyanTVO on @therundowntvo to discuss the challenges facing municipal elections. youtu.be/gvs1pAQRpho?si=q829…

Strong advocacy starts with a solid understanding what’s happening on the ground. AMO and the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen collaboration between Ontario’s municipal and business communities, which will support information-sharing, research, and engagement on shared priorities affecting local economies and communities.

AMO supports Ontario’s actions to modernize the province's heritage framework to enable faster, more predictable development approvals while strengthening the protection of archaeological resources. We commend the province’s commitment to engaging First Nations communities, whose knowledge and partnership are essential to protecting Indigenous heritage and advancing reconciliation. news.ontario.ca/en/release/1…

On behalf of AMO, I extend my deepest condolences to Mac Bain’s family, friends and colleagues. Mac dedicated decades of his life to municipal government, serving the City of North Bay and advocating for municipalities across Northern Ontario and the province. Through his leadership at FONOM and his work with AMO, Mac was a solid voice for municipal interests and the communities they serve. He will be remembered for his dedication to public service and his lasting contributions to municipal government in Ontario. - AMO President Riley Brockington

It's #LocalGovWeek! (And one week until the election!) Join us in celebrating Ontario's local governments and the dedicated people who keep our communities running, from emergency services to infrastructure, community programs, and beyond.

The 2026 Ontario municipal election is 10 days away! Make a plan to vote in your municipality on Monday, October 26th. Learn about Ontario's municipalities on our website: amo.on.ca/

Ontario’s property assessments haven’t been updated province-wide since 2016. In a conversation with CBC, AMO's Executive Director Lindsay Jones discusses why it’s time to return to regular reassessments and why a clear plan, careful transition and public education will be essential. cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-3…