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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

The 2026 election is coming up. We'll help you step into local municipal leadership with the confidence of someone who's been doing it for years. AMO is joining forces with public sector education experts Institute on Governance to offer a comprehensive, industry-leading program that will walk you through the first year of council, connect you with like-minded peers, and help you develop and hone the skills you need to survive and thrive in your exciting new leadership role. Stay tuned for more information coming soon. #OnPoli #OnMuni #2026MunicipalElection

Come work with us! Apply before next Friday, March 27th at 4 pm. This Program Advisor role, is a part of AMO’s team responsible for the administration of the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) – a team that excels in providing services and administering infrastructure funds to municipalities. If you're passionate about supporting local governments and helping them foster a culture of asset management planning and address current challenges around issues like housing and affordability, apply below: amo.on.ca/jobs/2026/03/p…

Don't miss AMO President Robin Jones on the plenary stage at the upcoming 70th annual #OSUM2026 conference in Parry Sound! The OSUM conference is a great opportunity to connect with provincial ministry staff and other small urban municipalities across Ontario, while learning from industry-leading experts on how you can make progress on the specific issues facing your community. We hope to see you there! If you haven't already, register here: event.osum.ca/event-informat… #OnPoli #OnMuni

Indigenous People are more likely to be homeless because of the ongoing impacts of colonialism. All levels of government need to work together and alongside Indigenous Peoples from both urban and rural communities to create meaningful and impactful solutions to the homelessness crisis. Read AMO's Homelessness Report Update for more: amo.on.ca/policy/health-… #Homelessness #OnPoli #OnMuni

AMO is hiring its first ever Associate Director of Communications! This is an opportunity to create and lead AMO’s in-house communications function from the ground up. Could it be you? amo.on.ca/jobs/2026/03/a…

Register now: Free pre-election workshops for urban Indigenous Peoples (share with your networks!). These workshops are led by Melanie Pilon, the first Indigenous Mayor of Municipality of Wawa and member of Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory and William Morin, member of Michipicoten First Nation and founder and leader of The First Peoples National Party of Canada (2004-2013). You'll leave with insights and strategies to build your understanding and confidence around how to become a candidate and run a campaign with cultural integrity. There are 3 dates to choose from April 9, May 6, June 3. Register now to save your spot! Artist Credit: Manidoo Nemeen (a Spirit Dancing) aka Que Rock #OnMuni #FreeWorkshop

Register before Thursday, March 12th at 6 pm to take advantage of the early bird rates! The annual AMO conference is where learning and advocacy for key municipal issues become real face-to-face conversations. With plenary programming dedicated to supporting priority issues, delegation meeting opportunities with Ministry staff, info-sharing and networking with peers, along with the Ministers’ Forum, #AMO2026 is the catalyst for positive change in your community. Because when municipalities gather, things move forward. Don't miss it - amo.on.ca/amo-conference… #AMO2026 #OnPoli

31% of candidates in the 2022 municipal election were women - up from 27% in 2018 and 24% in 2014. As we look ahead to the 2026 municipal elections, we hope to see this trend continue. Because local governments are most effective when they're representative of the communities they serve. On #InternationalWomensDay we celebrate the contributions of women in the municipal sector and the leadership they bring to communities across Ontario. At AMO we're also proud to be supported by outstanding women in leadership, including Executive Director Lindsay Jones, directors Karen Nesbitt, Petra Wolfbeiss, and Christina Pavone and AMO President Robin Jones. #OnMuni #WomenInMunicipalLeadership

Municipalities deliver the services people rely on every day. With a declining share of government tax revenue at a 14-year low and a greater share of infrastructure and social services costs, this is a pivotal moment to reset municipal fiscal sustainability. AMO continues to call on the province to review the municipal-provincial funding model and who pays for what. amo.on.ca/policy/finance… #OnPoli

Happening next Wednesday, March 11th - AMO is offering a free workshop for youth interested in running for municipal council in October 2026. These sessions are led by three current municipal leaders and will provide insights and strategies to build your understanding and confidence around how to become a candidate and running an election campaign. Two dates available: ▪️March 11 - 6:30 - 8:30 pm ▪️April 15 - 6:30 - 8:30 pm Register here: amo-on-ca.zoom.us/meeting/regist… #OnPoli #OnMuni

Behind every strong community is a team of people who keep things running. Municipal careers span planning, infrastructure, environment, finance, and more. And every role delivers real impact. We want you to help us share this message. Join us for a webinar tomorrow at noon to walk you through how your municipality can join the conversation and make use of the campaign toolkit (check Friday's email for the registration link). #MakeYourMunicipalMove

During an emergency, your actions as an elected leader can be the difference between calm and chaos. Don’t wait for a crisis to build your response plan. Join us on March 11 & 12 for a two-half day workshop in partnership with Loomex that will help you confidently lead your community when they need you most. Spots are limited to ensure an interactive experience - register now to save your spot: event.amo.on.ca/event-informat…

In communities across Ontario, municipal investment in arenas, outdoor rinks and spaces, and community facilities form the foundation for greatness. As we celebrate Canadian athletes this year, we also recognise communities behind them. Repost or comment with a shout out to your hometown hero. #Canada #WinterOlympics

Registration now open: Free pre-election workshops for urban Indigenous Peoples (share with your networks!). Increasing Indigenous representation in municipal governance matters. Part of AMO’s Healthy Democracy Leadership Series, these free information sessions will help you understand what it takes to become a candidate and give you critical strategies for successfully campaigning for municipal office while leading with cultural integrity. There are three dates to choose from - April 9, May 6, June 3. Register now to save your spot! amo.on.ca/events-trainin… Artist Credit: Manidoo Nemeen (a Spirit Dancing) aka Que Rock #OnPoli

The AMO Board met on January 30th at the AMO office in Toronto. The Board was introduced to this year's Youth Fellows and discussed AMO's continued efforts in support of your key priorities. Thanks to President Robin Jones for the recap! youtube.com/watch?v=OKTQgN… #AMO #OnMuni

Join the 60 municipalities that have already passed a resolution opposing OMERS governance changes. Changes that mean that municipalities will have less of a voice in the pension plan that they pay for. We need your voice. Pass a Council resolution and send a letter to the Ministers of Municipal Affairs & Housing and Finance, and raise this issue with your local MPP. AMO has collected resources to help you take action here: amo.on.ca/policy/we-need… #OnPoli #PensionAwarenessWeek

Registration is now open for the AMO 2026 conference! 📣 Register today: amo.on.ca/amo-conference… #AMO2026 #OnPoli

Check out the full resource here: amo.on.ca/healthy-democr…

AMO is launching its Leading with Respect Handguides that provide practical, accessible resources for councils and staff to navigate conflict and build a culture of civility in their workplaces. This work, through the Healthy Democracy Project and Workforce Development Project, is grounded in a vision of a municipal sector where respectful conduct allows councils to debate policy rather than personalities or political ideologies, make better decisions, and focus on building communities where people can thrive. #OnPoli #HealthyDemocracy

Thinking of running in the 2026 municipal election (or know someone who is)? AMO is hosting a series of free workshops for the run up to the election that cover everything you need to know. It doesn't matter if you're seeking re-election or running for the first time, whether you're youth or from underrepresented communities; we have a workshop for you. amo.on.ca/amo-education-… #OnPoli #OnMuni