AMO - Member Communications

To keep members informed, AMO communicates with a weekly newsletter, the WatchFile, provides AMO President's video updates and electronic highlights on important issues considered at regular AMO Board of Directors’ meetings or on other relevant and valuable up-to-date information.

AMO President Video Updates

AMO President Lynn Dollin provides a municipal reaction to the Ontario Budget as our province heads into a general election.

AMO President, Lynn Dollin provides highlights from AMO’s March 23 Board Meeting, one week before Ontario’s Budget is released.

AMO President Lynn Dollin summarizes AMO’s 2018 Pre-Budget Submission.

Lynn Dollin, AMO President, provides a video update on the December 1, 2017 AMO Board Meeting.

Positive Amendments to Bill 148 will help municipal governments avoid new costs.

November 15, 2017

AMO President on Workplaces Legislation - Bill 148

October 31, 2017

It is a busy week for AMO. Today I appeared before the Standing Committee, and pressed it for several critical amendments on the Workplaces legislation - Bill 148. We are at Standing Committee tomorrow asking for changes to the Construction Lien Act. Hear more about AMO's submission on Bill 148.

Highlights of the September 29, 2017 Board Meeting by AMO President Lynn Dollin

Highlights of the June 2017 Board Meeting by AMO President Lynn Dollin.

AMO President on 2017 Ontario Budget

April 27, 2017

AMO ON Topic - Podcasts

The AMO ON Topic podcast features updates and insights from the Association of Municipalities of Ontario on matters that affect municipal government every day. There has never been more on the go – or more on the line for the municipal sector. Follow along for interviews and discussions with municipal leaders as we work together to build strong, sustainable communities.

Episode 1 - March 2018
In this inaugural episode of the AMO's podcast, we hear from municipal leaders at the Rural Ontario Municipal Association Conference about their priorities heading into the June provincial election and how AMO is working hard to make sure that municipal needs are top of mind when Ontarians head to the polls.

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WatchFile Newsletter

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April 19, 2018
In This Issue

2018 Ontario Small Urban Municipalities Conference. Theme: Municipal Tightrope.
We Are on the Brink of a Revolution: The Future of Government.
Practical social media tips.
Don’t miss your chance to learn about LAS programming.
Make your fleet more efficient with telematics.
How can net-metering reduce your municipal electricity bill?
Careers with Ontario Public Service and Norfolk County.

April 12, 2018
In This Issue

AMO announces 2018 Provincial Election: Municipal Priorities.
P.J. Marshall Awards - Submissions due May 11.
Local Planning Appeal Support Centre now open to the public.
Registered to vote in the municipal election?
Inclusionary zoning legislation effective April 12.
National Housing Strategy Multilateral Framework endorsed by Ontario.
Ontario Small Urban Municipalities 2018 Conference fast approaching - register today!
We Are on the Brink of a Revolution: The Future of Government.
Practical social media tips.
Learn from social media power municipalities.
Government delegation requests at AMO Conference.
LAS Town Halls start this week.
Use incentives to upgrade your lights this summer.
Community Energy Planning and AMO member feedback.
Join the charge to make municipal fleets more efficient.
Careers with Lakeshore, Halton Region, Thunder Bay DSSAB, York Region and CVC.

April 5, 2018
In This Issue

‘Rowan’s Law’ potential regulations posted for public input.
Federal Gas Tax Fund Outcomes Report now available.
Applications now open for climate change staff grants.
Nik Nanos to speak at AMO Annual Conference.
Only 35 spots left in AMO Trade Show.
Learn from social media power municipalities.
Energy use planning is a municipal responsibility.
First 2018 LAS Town Hall approaching fast.
Natural gas rate changes are no joke.
CFTA/CETA: The new face of municipal procurement.
Career with Madoc.

March 29, 2018
In This Issue

AMO’s farewell to Roger Anderson - previous AMO President.
Community Energy Planning survey.
AMO-Notarius Digital Signature Service pilot launch.
Nik Nanos to speak at AMO Annual Conference.
Codes of Conduct clinic.
Social media hands-on clinic.
Learn from social media power municipalities.
So You Want to Run for Council?
Energy use planning is a municipal responsibility.
Energy training opportunities abound with LAS.
LAS Town Halls Return for 2018.
CFTA/CETA: The new face of municipal procurement.
Township of Lucan Biddulph named finalist in Top 4 Community Kraft Hockeyville!
Career with Town of Lakeshore.

March 22, 2018
In This Issue

Listen to AMO on the go with our new podcast.
P.J. Marshall Awards - 2018 call for submissions.
Ontario Community Environment Fund (OCEF).
Regulations for the April 3 start up of the LPAT.
Ontario Human Rights Commission launches Call It Out - new eLearning program.
New housing group facilitating new rental and affordable housing‎ development.
Codes of Conduct clinic.
Social media hands-on clinic.
So You Want to Run for Council?
2018 OSUM Conference & Trade Show – draft program available.
Come learn about our services!
What will your Main Street look like?
Careers with Wellington County, King Township and Credit Valley Conservation.

Policy Updates

A team of policy advisors conducts policy research and analysis for the Association on a wide range of issues – from governance, financial structure, environment, labour, emergency services and human services. AMO issues policy updates to keep its members advised.