Does your municipality collect waste using its own staff?
Owen Sound City Manager Tim Simmonds is looking to find other Ontario Municipalities with a population between 10k-100k that still provide curbside waste collection “in-house” rather than contracting out to get a sense of the annual operating and capital needs. If you are lead one such municipality could you please either email Tim Simmonds directly or respond on our Message Board
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Demand has been strong for our new CAO Leadership Program. Only 5 slots remain. Book today (and yes you can pay in January 2024) to avoid disappointment.
This program is ideal for CAOs and Aspiring CAOs in municipalities of all tiers and sizes across Ontario. Professional managers and key decision makers will gain the vital leadership skills, strategies, and methods needed to better support elected officials and effectively implement Council policies, levelling up to more senior roles.
Schedule
Module 1: Transformational Leadership: Thursday April 4th – 9-4 online via Zoom Module 2 : Culture Shaping Leader: Thursday April 11th – 9-4 online via Zoom
Module 3 : Digital Figures: Tuesday May 14th – in-person at White Oaks Resort and Spa Niagara-on-the-Lake (day before OMAA Spring Workshop) or online via Zoom Module 4 : Political Acuity: Thursday May 30th – 9-4 online via zoom
Module 5 : Decisions Data and Solutions: Thursday June 6th – 9-4 in-person at Miles S. Nadal Centre at 222 Bay Street, Suite 500, Toronto or online via Zoom Pricing Members $4500 + HST Non-Members $4700 + HST |
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Chief Administrative Officer |
Reporting directly to Council, this position is accountable for the overall leadership and administration of municipal operations as well as the execution of Council’s Strategic Priorities and all other objectives, decisions and actions approved by Council. Leading and overseeing the Leadership Team, this position is responsible for providing direction and oversight to all municipal staff, while striving for continuous improvement in performance. The CAO position will inform and guide Council, providing recommendations and advice related to all operations and affairs of the Municipality. The CAO will direct the overall planning, strategy and business affairs of the Municipality of Meaford and ensure all corporate objectives, organizational initiatives, and goals are achieved in accordance with approved by-laws, policies, budgeted resources and strategies.
The ideal candidate has: - A degree/diploma in business/public administration, political science, finance, engineering, or related discipline with applicable professional designation or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
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Minimum 10 years' related experience in management and supervision.
- Strong communication (written, oral and interpersonal), organization, analytical, problem-solving, coaching, leadership, motivation and staff development, time management, employee relations, public/media relations, and strategic planning skills.
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Proven success in strategic thinking, business strategy, and change management.
- Influencing and motivational skills, extensive experience mediating and resolving conflicts and negotiating complex matters.
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Ability to be decisive and possess sufficient business acumen and political savvy to assist Mayor and Council with complex decisions and guide staff through challenging initiatives.
- Thorough knowledge of legislation and provincial policies relative to the municipal process.
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Ability to demonstrate tact and discretion in handling matters of a confidential or politically sensitive nature; and to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to deal effectively and courteously in all aspects of the position; to work effectively at fostering good rapport and cooperative working.
Deadline: 31 December 2023 |
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The City of Burlington, recognized as one of the best mid-sized cities in Canada, is home to over 185,000 residents and a healthy business sector. The City is experiencing continuous and well planned growth with over 38,000 residential units in the planning pipeline and nearly 8,000 units currently under review. Burlington provides an exceptional quality of life, complete with natural attractions such as the Niagara Escarpment, Lake Ontario, abundant community amenities and services, excellent schools, and quality healthcare. The City has a long and well-earned reputation of excellence in civic administration and a high level of community engagement.
The ideal candidate is an experienced consensus building executive with an established track record of success in the broader public sector. You are recognized as an innovative leader with well-developed problem-solving skills. The City Manager is expected to deliver on the priorities and decisions of elected officials and assist in the delivery of the planned housing targets provided by the Province of Ontario and committed to by the City of Burlington Council. You are an exceptional and strategic communicator as well as an adept listener. Your commitment to public service is steadfast and demonstrated by your commitment to customer service to the residents and businesses of Burlington.
Deadline: 8 December 2023 |
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Chief Administrative Officer |
The Town of Moosonee is located on the west banks of the Moose River, a short 12 miles from the salt waters of the James Bay. It is considered to be “the Gateway to the Arctic”. Moosonee is not connected to the road system in Ontario and all travellers arrive in Moosonee by train or plane, or on ice roads. Scheduled train services are provided by Ontario Northland, from Cochrane, Ontario. Scheduled air transportation services are provided by Air Creebec and Thunder Airlines. The permanent population of Moosonee is approximately 2,500 with about 85% being Cree.
Reporting to the Municipal Council, the CAO will provide leadership, direction to and coordination of the Management Team in developing, implementing, and administering the policies and procedures of the Town and Council in accordance with applicable By-Laws and regulations. The CAO provides effective, progressive advice to elected officials and the Management Team, and interacts regularly with the Head of Council and elected officials. The CAO is responsible for direct supervision of all municipal managers. Work is performed with high degree of independent action. Required Qualifications, Experience, and Skills: A minimum of 5 years of progressive management experience (or other comparable experience) is required. Post-secondary degree or certificate in Business and/or Public Administration is required. Strong knowledge of legislation and policy as they relate to municipal government, including knowledge of the Municipal Act and Planning Act. Excellent leadership, administrative, interpersonal, and analytical skills. Demonstrated municipal financial, human resources and administration experience. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including superior report writing, presentation skills, and negotiating skills. Preferred Qualifications, Experience, and Skills: Successful completion of the Municipal Administration Program from AMTCO, at minimum. Certified Municipal Officer (CMO), Certified Municipal Manager (CMM), CEMC and/or OH&S certifications are considered an asset.
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| An update on recent movers and shakers in municipal administration: Marnie Cluckie named new City Manager of the City of Hamilton
Josh Brick named new CAO of the Township of Blandford-Blenheim Kim Morris named new CAO of Municipality of Markstay-Warren Bryan MacKinnon named new CAO of the Municipality of Sioux Lookout Cynthia Fletcher named new CAO of the Township of Minden Hills Michelle Willson named new CAO of the Township of Brock
Shellee Fournier moved from CAO of Gananoque to CAO of Rideau Lakes Rob Axiak named new CAO of the City of Welland Candice White named new CAO of the Municipality of Port Hope Derrick Thomson retires as CAO Bruce County on 15 Dec 2023
Christine McDonald named new CAO of Bruce County Brighton CAO Bob Casselman retires on 3 March 2024 Erin Mahoney named new CAO of the Region of York Doug Robertson selected as CAO for the Township of South Glengarry |
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I saw some pottery the other day that was Kintsugi or the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery by mending the areas of breakage with powdered gold. I like this approach of treating breakage and repair as part of the history of an object, rather than something to disguise. It also reminds me of the great Leonard Cohen song Anthem:
The birds they sing, at the break of day
Start again, I heard them say.
Don’t dwell on what has passed away
Or what is yet to be. ... Ring the bells that still can ring
Forget your perfect offering
There is a crack, a crack in everything
That’s how the light gets in.
Cohen said about this song that there is a crack in everything that you can put together: Physical objects, mental objects, constructions of any kind. But that’s where the light gets in, and that’s where the resurrection is and that’s where the return, that’s where the repentance is. It is with the confrontation, with the brokenness of things. It's helpful to search for the light and ringing the bells that still can ring....especially when things look dark or you've lost your favourite stuffy. |
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IMFG''s The Municipal Role in Long-Term Care examines the role that Canadian municipalities currently play in long-term care, with a focus on Ontario, and how other orders of government can support that role. These three short papers make a convincing case for investing in municipal LTC, and also propose policies to strengthen the municipal role while improving the quality of care, integrating health services, and enhancing the livability of communities.
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Released by Canadian Urban Institute (CUI) and Canadian Urban Libraries Council (CULC), the Overdue: Case for Public Libraries report shows that for every $1 invested in Canada’s urban libraries, $6 is generated in community economic impact, a return of over 600% |
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