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Make Your Municipal Move is live! It’s our latest public facing campaign to help municipalities spotlight meaningful careers in local government. Explore careers here: municipalmove.ca #careers #jobsearch #recruitment

We're committed to encouraging more Indigenous candidates to run for local office and have a say in the decisions made at the municipal level. Hear more from Wawa Mayor Melanie Pilon in this CBC interview below: cbc.ca/listen/live-ra… #OnMuni #OnPoli #IndigenousRepresentation

The 2026 election is coming, and starting strong matters. That's why we're building the Local Leadership Foundations program with Institute on Governance to support municipal elected officials with the essentials. Join the waitlist: amo.on.ca/amo-education-… #OnPoli #OnMuni

Something new is landing in your inbox tomorrow morning. After 16+ years and ~832 issues, the AMO Watchfile will deliver the same trusted updates, with a brand-new look. We can't wait for you to see it. #AMOWatchfile #OnMuni

You don't have to run alone. Whether it's your first time or you've been here before, AMO has resources and a variety of free workshops to guide you through the process. Click here for more: amo.on.ca/amo-education-… #OnPoli #OnMuni #Elections2026

Last call for PJ Marshall Award 2026 submissions! Applications are due by next Friday, May 22, 2026 and winners will be announced at the AMO Conference in Ottawa this August. More information: amo.on.ca/about-us/award… #OnMuni #AMO2026 #PJMarshallAwards

We had a productive AMO-MOU meeting with the province yesterday. Thank you to Minister Flack and President Jones for co-chairing this table. These discussions are key to strong municipal–provincial collaboration. #OnPoli #OnMuni #MOU

This week, for Red Dress Day, we honoured missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people. AMO’s gender‑based violence toolkit offers resources for municipalities to support these ongoing prevention and safety efforts. amo.on.ca/policy/health-… #RedDressDay

AMO Policy Director Karen Nesbitt appeared before committee today on Bill 98. Keeping water and wastewater systems public shows AMO’s concerns were heard, but more work is needed on communal services to protect municipalities from long‑term risks. #ONMuni #Bill98

You can’t always control the actions of others, but you can strengthen how you respond during complex and challenging interactions. Municipal leaders and staff are encouraged to register here: amo.on.ca/events-trainin… #OnMuni #OnPoli #Workshop

Nominations for the #2026Election are now open. After a few quick steps to submit your nomination, you can be off and running, and AMO has resources to guide you through every step of the municipal campaign journey. whenyoubelieve.ca/become-a-candi… #OnMuni #OnPoli

AMO President Robin Jones was pleased to join the 70th Annual OSUM Conference in Parry Sound. She shared remarks on the many issues facing small urban municipalities, most notably Bill 100 and the proposed changes to regional governance. #OSUM2026 #OnMuni

AMO supports the goal of stronger, more efficient decision‑making, but appointing regional chairs with “strong chair” powers is fundamentally undemocratic, risks concentrating power at the provincial level and weakens accountability to residents. #OnPoli #Bill100

Did you catch AMO President Robin Jones on the Rundown last night? They talked about the consolidation of regional conservation authorities and whether Bill 97 will help or hurt Ontario's ability to deal with threats like flooding: youtube.com/watch?v=17Nqj7… #OnPoli

Elected councillors face big decisions from day one, often with little support. That changes now. AMO and public sector education experts Institute on Governance are launching a foundations program built specifically for Ontario's municipal elected officials. Delivered by the people who have been there, this program moves beyond theory into the practical knowledge you need to step into this role with confidence. Join the waitlist: amo.on.ca/amo-education-… #OnPoli #OnMuni #IoG

Did you catch Lindsay Jones on the Rundown last night? She was joined by Mayor Natasha Salonen and AMCTO's David Arbuckle to discuss the government's claim that strong mayor powers are speeding up housing construction, examining what the evidence shows so far and whether it has come with democratic tradeoffs. Watch the full episode: youtube.com/watch?v=tLn4TN… #TheRundown #OnPoli

Proud to be at the NOMA Conference in Thunder Bay, standing with Northern Ontario’s municipal leaders and advocating for the issues facing your communities. Thank you to Rick Dumas and NOMA for the invitation, and to everyone showing up for their communities. #NOMA2026 #OnMuni

New dates to help prepare candidates for their run up to the October election: ▪️Those running for the first time - Stronger Leaders, Stronger Communities series ▪️Underrepresented candidates ▪️Youth interested in running for office amo.on.ca/amo-education-… #OnPoli #OnMuni

Delegation meeting requests are now open for the AMO 2026 conference! Delegation meetings are 15 minute 1:1 sessions with provincial government representatives to advocate for your community. Submit your request by May 21 at 5 pm EST. amo.on.ca/amo-conference…

Too many people believe they don't have the resume required to lead locally. Serving your community isn't about what you've done, it's about who you are. AMO's is running a campaign with great resources to help you prepare for the election: whenyoubelieve.ca

AMO is pleased to see that the final Buy Ontario procurement rules address key issues we raised during consultations to give municipalities clarity & flexibility to keep supporting local economies and local priorities. Read more: amo.on.ca/policy/municip… #OnMuni