Those interested in Strong Mayor Powers may be interested in TVO's The Agenda 1 May 2024 episode The State of Strong Mayor Powers featuring Hamilton Mayor Andrea Horwath; Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward; and Guelph Mayor Cam Guthrie. |
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The Annual General Meeting will take place on Friday May 17 at 8:45 am during the Spring Workshop at the White Oaks Resort in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Those interested can read The AGM Agenda |
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General Manager, Development Services and Engineering |
With a population of approximately 34,000, Orillia is a sustainable and creative city that leverages its core strengths: a lively and historic downtown, exciting growth, and vibrant waterfronts along two lakes. Orillia is located one hour north of the GTA and offers affordable living alongside major employers like Hydro One, Lakehead University, Georgian College, Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital and the Ontario Provincial Police General Headquarters. Orillia offers an excellent quality of life with four-season recreation and cultural opportunities for every age, including an impressive parks and trail system, festivals, galleries, music and live theatre. Located in the heart of Lake Country, Orillia is a great place to live, work and explore.
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the General Manager of Development Services and Engineering (DSE) is a key member of the Strategic Leadership Team. As a Professional Engineer and/or a Registered Professional Planner, the General Manager of DSE is responsible for providing strategic leadership for all engineering and land-use planning. The General Manager of DSE is responsible for directing, managing and reviewing the activities and operations in the Engineering Division; Legislative Service, Building, Parking, and Transit Services Division; Planning and Housing Division; and Parks Planning and Development Division. The General Manager of DSE is responsible for approximately 60% of the City’s capital projects.
Closes: 24 May 2024 |
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Director, Licensing & Enforcement |
Kingston is a smart, growing, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario where history and innovation thrive. With a population of over 136,000, Kingston’s stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government. Kingstonians enjoy a high quality of life with access to world-class education and research institutions, advanced healthcare facilities, affordable living and vibrant entertainment and tourism activities.
As Kingston continues to grow and evolve, it is seeking its next Director, Licensing & Enforcement to provide exceptional service to Council, its Committees, the CAO, and staff, on all licensing and by-law enforcement issues affecting the City.
Reporting to the Commissioner, Growth & Development Services, the Director provides vision, leadership, and direction to align the activities and services of the Department with the City’s mission, vision, and values, and Council priorities. The Director works in close collaboration with a variety of municipal departments, community groups and partners on the provision of very high-profile services including licensing, property standards, general by-law, noise and animal control, parking operations and enforcement and general administration.
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Director, Legal Services & City Solicitor |
Kingston is a smart, growing, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario where history and innovation thrive. With a population of over 136,000, Kingston’s stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government. Kingstonians enjoy a high quality of life with access to world-class education and research institutions, advanced healthcare facilities, affordable living and vibrant entertainment and tourism activities.
The City is seeking its next Director, Legal Services & City Solicitor to serve as senior leader of its Legal Services Department.
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the City Solicitor provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction to the City, overseeing the development and implementation of legal strategies that ensure governance and operational decisions and actions are informed by and compliant with the law. Playing a crucial role in integrating strategic planning, operational activities, and the interests and needs of stakeholders, the City Solicitor evaluates legal matters and risks that could affect the municipality while providing advice and service to City Council, the Corporation of the City of Kingston, staff as well as agencies, boards, municipal corporations and commissions.
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Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board |
The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board (TBDSSAB) supports people to improve their lives and become self-sufficient. We do this as the service system manager for vital, quality social services needed by individuals and families living in the District of Thunder Bay—including childcare and early years, community housing, homelessness prevention programs—and through the delivery of Ontario Works.
TBDSSAB was established by the Province of Ontario on April 1, 1999, through the enactment of the District Social Services Administration Board (DSSAB) Act. It is one of 47 service managers mandated by the Province to deliver social services.
Our service District includes 15 municipalities which appoint representatives to our Board of Directors through their municipal Councils. As well, the Board of Directors includes an elected representative from the Territories without Municipal Organization. There are eight TBDSSAB offices across the District. Our combined operating and capital budget is over $119M and we have over 175 full and part-time employees.
The TBDSSAB recently approved its 2024-2027 strategic plan, it is a roadmap for the future that lays out our mission, vision, values and three clear key priorities that we aspire to achieve including stabilized services and supports , the success of the people we serve including a people centred approach with an emphasis on reconciliation, inclusion and community centred partnerships and organizational excellence.
As the ideal candidate you are an inspiring, principled, and collaborative executive leader with a proven track record of results and accomplishments with related experience in the social services sector. You have exceptional communication skills and the political acumen to interact with an engaged Board, diverse stakeholders, foster the development of partnerships, and inspire our employees, while ensuring service excellence. Lastly, you will have an exceptional understanding of forward-thinking strategies as it relates to provincial policy directions and the delivery of social services programs, coupled with an unwavering commitment to social justice and recognition of people’s potential to achieve self-sufficiency.
Reporting to the Board, the Chief Executive Officer is responsible for the strategic leadership and efficient delivery of all the organization’s administrative and operational services. As the key advisor to our Board, you have the vision to develop and implement operational plans and ensure the coordination of services which align to and support our strategic plan. You will recommend policies, plans, and programs that benefit our communities and the people we serve by being innovative, accountable, and fiscally sound. You will work to enhance the services offered to the people we serve as well as ensure the effective utilization of resources through the priorities and guiding principles as identified by our Board. Leading a talented team, you will inspire a dedicated workforce and help foster a workplace culture focused on service excellence, innovation and teamwork while positioning the District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board as an employer of choice.
Closes: 20 May 2024 |
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Director, Legislative & Information Services |
Township of The Archipelago (Parry Sound) |
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) this new position, resulting from an organizational review recently conducted, will have oversight of information technology services, systems and solutions; legislative/clerk services; external communications; and protective services (fire, emergency management and bylaw enforcement). The Director will lead with broad insights and thorough knowledge related to leveraging digital technologies to make data more accessible and improve efficiencies all striving toward a digital transformation focused on an enhanced customer experience and an improved interface between Council, the public and employees. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the Director will pay attention to shifts and trends in a complex and evolving municipal environment to strategically serve our residents, businesses, and local government.
Who we are
The Township of The Archipelago is a water-based, seasonally oriented municipality consisting of a portion of the 30,000 islands in Georgian Bay and a number of inland freshwater lakes. The Township acknowledges that the community resides on traditional Anishinabek territory. Our team is made up of committed and passionate employees who, in partnership with its community, ensures the continued guardianship of the lakes and watershed areas within the Georgian Bay Mnidoo Gamii Biosphere.
Who you are
You want to be part of a municipality with an environmental focus. You want the work you do to make a difference. You like a team environment where everyone has an opportunity to contribute to achieve shared goals. You like problem solving, expanding your horizons and making positive impacts on your community and beyond.
Why work for us
A progressive team, dedicated to lifelong learning, career advancement and collaboration. Our Administration Office, located in the hub of Parry Sound, overlooks the Seguin River and is only steps away from the Rotary and Algonquin Fitness trail where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of the Georgian Bay shoreline.
In addition to the beauty of the area, we offer a robust employee benefits program, an Employee and Family Assistance Program and are members of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS).
Salary Range: $131,483 - $153,817, based on a 35-hour work week
Closes: 17 May 2024 |
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Chief Administrative Officer |
Located in Grey County, and serving a population of approximately 13,000, the Municipality of West Grey is a combination of rural, farm communities, friendly urban centres, and quaint villages. With our quintessential ‘small-town Ontario’ vibe, our calming, yet breathtaking scenery and recreation for every season, West Grey is a truly welcoming place to call home. Our combined operating and capital budget is over 29M and we have over 200 full and part-time employees. We operate three fire stations, manage two water systems, two active landfill sites, three library branches, several community centres, arenas, halls, and parks and maintain over 700 km of roads throughout our 876 sq.km geography.
As the ideal candidate you are an inspiring, principled, and collaborative executive leader with a proven track record of results and accomplishments with related municipal leadership experience. You have exceptional communication skills and the political acumen to interact with an engaged council, diverse stakeholders, foster the development of partnerships, and inspire our employees, while ensuring customer service excellence. Lastly, you will have an exceptional understanding of forward-thinking strategies as it relates managing responsible growth, ensuring effective municipal operations in a fiscally accountable fashion and guiding our organization into the future, while retaining the small-town community charm of our urban centres.
Reporting to the Mayor and Council, the Chief Administrative Officer is responsible for the strategic leadership and efficient delivery of all the municipality’s administrative and operational services. As the key advisor to Council, you have the vision to develop and implement operational plans and ensure the coordination of services which align to, and support our strategic plan. You will recommend policies, plans, and programs that benefit our residents by being innovative, accountable and fiscally sound. You will work to enhance growth and development in the community, as well as ensure the effective utilization of resources through the priorities and guiding principles as identified by Council. Leading a talented team, you will inspire a dedicated workforce and help foster a workplace culture focused on service excellence, innovation and teamwork while positioning the Municipality of West Grey as an employer of choice.
Closes: 14 May 2024 |
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Commissioner of Human Services |
The Region of Peel, located in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), has been delivering a wide range of resident-focused services and infrastructure to the communities of Brampton, Caledon, and Mississauga for 50 years. Peel is a bustling home to 200,000 businesses and over 1.5 million residents, 51.5% of whom are born outside of Canada and 69% of whom identify with a racialized group. We celebrate our diversity and aim to create a strong sense of community that fosters inclusivity and a sense of belonging. The Region is a 2023 Forbes Best Employer award winner.
The Region of Peel is seeking a Commissioner of Human Services with demonstrated and extensive experience in strategic planning, program development, and financial management within a government or non-profit environment to oversee a comprehensive portfolio of programs and initiatives aimed at enhancing the well-being and social development of individuals and families within the Peel community.
Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), the role of the Commissioner is to implement change and provide the strategic vision and operational direction to department staff and information on corporate, department and program services, plans, strategies and initiatives to staff, ELT and Council.
This role encompasses strategic planning, program development, partnership management, community advocacy, and resource allocation to address diverse needs and systemic barriers related to housing services, early years and childcare services, income and social supports, and social development planning. Additionally, the Commissioner provides leadership to Peel Housing Corporation, ensuring the provision of safe and affordable housing options for residents.
Closes: 9 May 2024 |
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| We all benefit from clear and honest feedback.
Think of Socrates. He pestered everyone with his endless questions, forcing them to confront their own shaky ideas. Honest feedback is like that - a series of sharp jabs that expose the flaws beneath the surface. It hurts, sure. But it also strengthens your resolve, hones your craft.
There's a difference, though, between blind criticism and a surgeon's scalpel. A butcher hacks away, leaving a mess. A good surgeon cuts with precision, removing the diseased parts to make the whole stronger. Feedback should be that scalpel - honest, targeted, aimed at making the work better, not just tearing it down. So, the next time you give feedback, remember: be clear, be specific, be honest. |
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Child care is a necessity for millions of Canadian families, but has been hampered by the scarcity of cost-effective spaces. In 2021, the federal government made a budget commitment to provide parents with, on average, $10-a-day regulated child care spaces within the next five years. Soon after, it introduced the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) program, implemented through federal–provincial/territorial multilateral agreements. The eighth report in the Who Does What series from the Institute on Municipal Finance and Governance (IMFG) and the Urban Policy Lab, The Municipal Role in Child Care examines the role that municipalities can play in child care and their ability to fund, manage, and deliver child care in response to the increased demand.
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