The Province is proposing to provide over $77 million in financial relief to municipalities to help offset the increased cost of municipal police services provided by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). This investment will help these predominantly small and rural communities address the budget impacts resulting from the collective bargaining agreement that was reached between the province and the Ontario Provincial Police Association (OPPA) in July 2024. The proposal would support small and rural municipalities by offsetting the 2025 impacts of OPP salary increases. This includes:
- A 3.75 per cent bill reduction on 2023 total reconciled costs,
- A 44 per cent bill reduction on 2023 reconciled overtime costs, and
- A 10 per cent bill reduction on amounts invoiced for 2025 policing costs
The Province has created a new Housing-Enabling Water Infrastructure (HEWI) lending stream, under Infrastructure Ontario’s (IO) Loan Program, to support the construction, expansion and rehabilitation of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure projects that enable new homes. This lending stream provides municipalities, including small, rural and northern municipalities, with more flexible loan options during both the construction and repayment phases of the project. Municipalities can take advantage of flexible borrowing terms that allow them to defer interest payments during the construction phase until projects are substantially complete, select longer debenture repayment terms of up to 40 years, choose more flexible repayment terms and incur lower administration costs. IO began accepting applications as of 2 December 2024.
The Province is holding consultations on the following regulations that may be of interest to the municipal sector: |
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Call for Workshop Presentations
The Planning Committee has started to prepare for the upcoming Spring Workshop and we’re seeking fresh and engaging presentation ideas to make this year’s event truly impactful.
If you have a topic, case study, or innovative idea for a plenary session, we’d love to hear from you. If you're a CAO or Aspiring CAO with a best practice, consider a Rapid Fire & Inspire session (8 minute presentation).
Please send a brief summary of your idea by 31 January 2025. Let us know if you have any questions—we’re excited to collaborate and make this conference a success together! |
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Boost your confidence and command the room with the Advanced Communication and Presentation Skills Workshop, a full-day, hands-on training delivered by the experts at Commanding Presence. Limited to just 20 participants, this workshop offers:
Customized Assessments: Pre-workshop assessments ensure your coaching is tailored to your goals. Transformational Video Feedback: Review your recorded presentations with valuable input from peers and the coach.
World-Class Coaching: Receive expert, personalized coaching that builds on your unique speaking style and personality. You’ll leave with the skills to present confidently, think on your feet, and make memorable, persuasive connections. Join us for an empowering experience that’s both challenging and rewarding! |
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Should I stay or should I go? |
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Not sure on your next career move? You could rely on old Clash lyrics or ask one of our experienced mentors who's been there before.
The Mentorship Match-Up Program is a free, value-add service for all OMAA members. It connects aspiring leaders with seasoned CAOs who offer invaluable guidance, insights, and support. This is your opportunity to gain real-world advice and actionable strategies from someone who’s been in your shoes. Connect with one of our mentors to get another perspective on key issues facing you in your professional life. |
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Chief Administrative Officer |
Join the dynamic leadership team at the City of Greater Sudbury as we continue to shape the future of this thriving community! Nestled in beautiful northern Ontario, Greater Sudbury is a key contributor to Ontario’s economy and is home to over 179,000 residents, supported by a wide array of services.
Greater Sudbury is a vibrant, multifaceted urban centre, with leadership and expertise in mineral resources, health and life sciences, technology, education, and tourism. Known worldwide as a mining hub, the city also offers world-class attractions, urban amenities and incredible four-season outdoor experiences and adventure opportunities that continue to inspire and captivate. As the largest municipality in northern Ontario, Greater Sudbury is perfectly situated just a four-hour drive or 45-minute flight from the Greater Toronto Area.
At the City of Greater Sudbury, we are on a transformation journey, aiming to modernize our operations and enhance our efficiencies across departments. As Chief Administrative Officer, you will have the opportunity to lead these initiatives, driving change that will leave a lasting impact. You will be supported by a strong Executive Leadership Team to foster a culture of innovation and collaboration. You’ll drive strategic planning, performance excellence and the innovative delivery of municipal services, partnering with Mayor and Council in continuing to grow our community. You’ll oversee and guide the business plan, budgeting, and performance metrics, ensuring a forward-thinking approach to resources, organizational structures, and policies that foster sustainable economic development.
Closes: 20 December 2024 |
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The Municipality of North Perth |
This position will be responsible for maintaining the corporate strategic vision through functional oversight, promoting corporate values, and leadership guidance with day-to-day matters. Other responsibilities include operational and strategic leadership for six assigned departments, risk management, and long-term sustainability. This role will lead in developing and fostering strong relationships with internal staff, council, and government agencies. The Deputy CAO will act as the CAO designate in their absence.
The successful candidate should possess:
5 years experience in a Management position leading multidisciplinary groups. Minimum 8 years progressive experience in a Municipal environment.
Demonstrated high level of critical thinking with the ability to perform in a proactive and strategic manner, plan, prioritize and balance multiple responsibilities. Strong organizational, leadership and collaboration skills.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and public relations skills. University degree in business administration, public administration, or related field.
CMO designation through AMCTO considered an asset. Closes: 18 December 2024 |
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Director, Environmental Services |
Reporting to the Deputy City Manager, Public Works, the Director, Environmental Services will manage a multimillion-dollar capital and operating budget and provide leadership and expert advice in the development of public works strategies related to solid waste management, water, wastewater and stormwater services. This position will ensure the delivery of high-quality programs and services for a growing community with evolving maintenance and operational requirements.
Leading a team of professionals in developing and implementing short and long-term maintenance and operations programs, the Director, Environmental Services will be an integral member of the senior leadership team, playing an active role in delivering the corporations strategic objectives. This leadership role provides direction and vision to a large staff complement of both non-union and unionized employees, working closely with the community, City Council, other levels of government and other City departments, developing partnerships and key integrated services to provide value for Vaughan and its citizens.
With your University Degree in Civil Engineering and Professional Engineer (P.Eng) Designation with the Professional Engineers of Ontario, you possess at least seven (7) to (10) years’ experience at a senior management level within a Public Works/Environmental Services environment; preferably within a municipal, unionized environment. We are looking for a candidate with strong leadership, analytical, interpersonal and change management skills with a demonstrated ability to
effectively interact with executive management. You are highly skilled in influencing, negotiating and building consensus amongst diverse groups, as well as have the ability to exercise sound judgement when resolving complex situations. As a coach, mentor, and leader, you strive to create a culture of empowerment and accountability and a team that feels well supported and valued. Closes: 3 January 2025 |
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Chief Administrative Officer |
Municipality of Port Hope |
The Municipality of Port Hope is a remarkably picturesque community located on the shore of Lake Ontario and nestled in the Northumberland Hills. With a population of 16,500 and thriving business and tourism sectors, Port Hope is a unique, inclusive municipality dedicated to fostering an active, healthy, vibrant, and caring community, and offering a wonderful blend of rural and urban lifestyles. Port Hope’s most valuable resource is its highly skilled, qualified, and motivated employees who are committed to meeting the needs of residents and businesses by delivering efficient and effective services with an approach that is financially sustainable and environmentally responsible.
Reporting directly to Council, the CAO will provide effective advice and support to Council, implementing their direction efficiently, recognizing their priorities, strategic plan, and legislative requirements. The CAO will provide energetic, creative leadership to a senior team who lead the departments of Corporate Services; Finance; Parks, Recreation and Culture; Planning and Development; Protective Services; and Works and Engineering with over 120 full-time employees, a $24M operating budget, and an $18M capital budget.
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Reporting to the CAO you will lead a Public Works department of approximately 160 staff in water, wastewater, transportation, waste management, engineering, and facilities.
The ideal candidate will be a progressive, strategic, and collaborative leader, with a demonstrated record of achieving results and leading people.
As a member of the County’s senior leadership team, you will also be responsible for strategic organizational leadership, continuous improvement and broadly supporting all County programs and services.
See attached Job Posting with Job Profile included for more specific details about the role.
Closes: 15 December 2024 |
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Director of Engineering Capital Projects |
The Corporation of the City of Orillia has an opening for the full-time position of Director of Engineering Capital Projects in the Infrastructure Capital Projects Division of the Development Services and Engineering Department reporting to the General Manager.
Duties
Direct, manage, track progress, evaluate priorities and execute the operations of the division, including construction of capital projects, in consultation with the General Manager of Development Services and Engineering. Prepare, review and make recommendations for annual division operating and capital budgets; monitor/administer approved budgets. Provide long-range planning for department capital projects.
Provide independent, professional and timely advice to Council, staff and clients in relation to Infrastructure Construction matters. Liaise as required with various City departments, provincial authorities, utility companies, developers, and consultants on design and construction related matters.
Oversee the preparation of plans and specifications, bidding, tendering, competency of contractors and vendors, and the selection criteria for public contracts. Manage staff by setting performance standards, creating work schedules, assigning and approving of overtime and scheduling vacation.
Make recommendations regarding hiring staff. Prepare and/or review reports, make recommendations/presentations and attend Council Committee/Council Committee in Closed Session, Council, Community Group, public and/or other meetings, as required. Prepare, review and recommend the annual Division budget (including all applicable operational budget, capital budget and supplementary request components).
Monitor and administer the approved budget and report on same; and authorize payment of accounts. Provide long-range planning for City capital improvement projects. Serve as an initial point of contact for public and media inquiries regarding construction project issues. Manage working relationships in a unionized environment.
Develop, plan and implement goals and objectives for the Infrastructure Capital Projects Division; recommend and administer policies and procedures as approved by Council. Manage the planning, design and construction of City parks projects as well as the construction of water infrastructure and stormwater infrastructure. Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with corporate objectives
Compensation for this position is $134,465 to $157,305, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Closes: 6 December 2024 at noon. |
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There’s a quiet magic in freshly fallen snow—a pristine blanket transforming the world into a luminous wonderland. Every flake is a tiny marvel, unique and fleeting. Snow invites us to see familiar landscapes through fresh eyes. The hush that accompanies fresh snow feels almost sacred, as though nature itself pauses to admire its handiwork. Henry David Thoreau described it beautifully, noting, "Heaven is under our feet as well as over our heads." In the shimmering expanse of snow, we see nature’s divinity made tangible. The English novelist and playwright JB Priestly added "The first fall of snow is not only an event, it is a magical event. You go to bed in one kind of a world and wake up in another quite different, and if this is not enchantment then where is it to be found?" Fresh snow isn’t just weather—it’s an experience. It whispers of wonder, invites reflection, and reminds us that even the coldest days hold a beauty worth cherishing. Take a moment to step outside, breathe in its crisp air, and lose yourself in its quiet magic. And maybe say an extra thanks to your public works team. |
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