The Municipal Energy Plan Program, a voluntary, application-based program of the Ministry of Energy and Mines helps develop and enhance energy plans. Learn more here.
The province is accepting applications for next round of Sport Hosting Program to support sport tourism and local economies. Municipalities are eligible to apply. The deadline to submit for 2026/27 applications is until January 12, 2026.
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The Ontario government is investing an additional $4 million to protect communities from the risks of old and inactive oil and gas wells. Nine municipalities across southwestern Ontario will receive provincial funding to enhance emergency preparedness and response, as part of the government’s $23.6 million Legacy Oil and Gas Wells Action Plan.
The province has records for approximately 27,000 oil and gas wells, primarily on private land in southwestern Ontario.
The Abandoned Works Program provides financial assistance to eligible landowners to support the plugging of oil and gas wells that are a high risk to public safety or the environment. To date, the province has invested $36.4 million to plug 454 wells across Ontario.
To learn more on abandoned wells and how dangerous they can be check out this video on our YouTube channel: The Wheatley Explosion: Lessons in Risk, Response, and Resilience |
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| Dear OMAA Members, As we approach the holiday season, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your dedication and leadership throughout the year. Your commitment to excellence in municipal administration continues to strengthen our communities and our association.
On behalf of the OMAA Board, I wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season and a new year filled with health, happiness, and success. Warm regards, Michael Di Lullo, OMAA Chair |
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RBC Economics finds there is a Stand-off between buyers and sellers leaves Canada’s housing market stuck Canadian homebuyers are playing the waiting game in a showdown with sellers, whose ranks have swelled in the past couple of years in parts of the country. The fall market has largely been a non-event as a result.
Home resales have neither grown nor shrunk across the country since July. They fell slightly by 0.6% in November from October, nearly offsetting a small increase the previous month. |
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Public Service Motivation Study |
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Canadian public servants are invited to take part in a 15–20 minute anonymous survey examining workplace experiences, motivation, and wellbeing during times of change. This study is being conducted by Dr. Dominika Wranik, Professor and Associate Dean (Research) in the Faculty of Management at Dalhousie University. Participants will receive instant feedback on their Public Service Motivation profile and may enter a $300 prize draw. Learn more: https://rowebusiness.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4N74B9nfZQe9WQK Your input will help inform policies aimed at creating or enhancing supportive workplaces. |
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One year after our inaugural summit brought together nearly 500 civic leaders, 350 cities, and 10 countries, the Civility Summit is back with a powerful 3-hour program designed for today’s challenges.
🗓️ April 16, 2026 | ONLINE | 3 hours
Featuring:
🏛️ Opening Remarks – Mayor David Holt, President, U.S. Conference of Mayors
🏛️ Leading Thinkers – Mark Kingwell, Donna Hicks, Kim Scott, Josiah Ober, Seth Kaplan
🏛️ Civic Leaders Q&A – Mayors, city managers, and practitioners sharing practical tools you can apply right away
💡 All participants receive: a Civility Toolkit, personalized roadmap, 30-day recording, certificate of completion & access to a global civility network.
Seats are limited — secure yours today. Use the code OMAAMEMBER to get a 10% discount. |
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The holiday season has a way of pulling us back to what matters most: connection, gratitude, and a moment to breathe. Whether you’re taking time with family, recharging quietly at home, or carving out space to reflect and reset, we hope you get exactly what you need.
Thank you for the work you do every day to strengthen local government and the communities we all call home. It doesn’t go unnoticed and it isn’t taken for granted. Your leadership, your resilience, and your generosity toward one another are what make this community truly special.
From all of us at OMAA, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a bright, healthy, and hopeful year ahead. Here’s to rest, renewal, and the meaningful work we’ll take on together in the new year. |
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Township of North Kawartha |
The Township of North Kawartha is seeking an experienced and dynamic Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (Deputy CAO) to join our Senior Leadership Team. Reporting directly to the CAO, the Deputy CAO plays a key role in supporting the overall leadership, administration, and operations of the Township.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic thinker and collaborative municipal leader who is committed to organizational excellence, service delivery improvements, and effective local government.
The Deputy CAO provides strategic advice and operational support to the CAO, Council, and Department Managers, ensuring coordinated and effective municipal operations. This role supports the implementation of Council direction, leads corporate initiatives, contributes to strategic and organizational planning, and may act on behalf of the CAO when required. The successful candidate will promote collaboration, continuous improvement, legislative compliance, and a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
Qualifications include (a) a post-secondary education in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master’s degree or municipal management designation is considered an asset. (b) 7–10 years of progressive senior leadership experience in municipal government or a comparable public-sector environment. (c) Strong knowledge of municipal governance, legislation, and service delivery standards.
If you are a forward-thinking municipal leader who values collaboration, strategic innovation, and community service, we encourage you to apply and bring your expertise to the Township of North Kawartha.
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent, 40 hours per week
Salary: $102,253 to $122,138 (2025 salary grid) Closes: 12 January 2026. |
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Municipality of Kincardine |
Whether you are drawn by stunning Lake Huron sunsets, vibrant festivals, or a lively lakeside downtown, the Municipality of Kincardine offers a lifestyle that is hard to resist. Home to more than 11,000 residents, Kincardine is an active, welcoming, and growing community that offers a compelling balance of professional opportunities and relaxed small-town charm. Located along the shores of Lake Huron at the base of the Bruce Peninsula, Kincardine is internationally recognized as the home of Bruce Power, the largest nuclear generating station in the world and a cornerstone of Ontario’s clean-energy system. As a host municipality to this globally significant facility, Kincardine plays a critical role in provincial and national energy security and benefits from a strong, resilient economy anchored by the energy sector, including nuclear generation, energy services, skilled trades, and major infrastructure investment.
Beyond energy, Kincardine is known for its beautiful beaches, scenic trails, rich agricultural roots, and some of the best views and sunsets in Ontario. Residents often speak of the exceptional sense of community, the strength of volunteerism, and the deep pride that defines the area. From the beloved summer pipe band that fills downtown with music to the annual Scottish Festival, Kincardine is a place where heritage, community spirit, and economic vitality come together.
Conveniently situated within two hours of major urban centres and the United States border, Kincardine blends connection with calm—offering professional opportunity, quality of life, and something to enjoy in every season. As an employer, the Municipality of Kincardine is committed to attracting and supporting people who bring energy, respect, and passion to their work. Employees enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and pension options, professional development support, a supportive and healthy work environment, access to an Employee Assistance Program, and a strong focus on work-life balance. Above all, you will join a team of dedicated and collaborative professionals who are proud to serve this remarkable and strategically important community.
The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) will provide strategic, operational, and administrative leadership for the Municipality of Kincardine. The CAO will oversee all municipal departments (96 full-time and 91 part-time staff, 54 volunteer fire personnel), implement Council’s directions (as delegated), and ensure efficient, accountable, and transparent municipal operations. The CAO will serve as a key advisor to Council and the Mayor, support strategic initiatives, and lead continuous improvement, risk management, and organizational development. Reporting To: Mayor and Council of the Municipality of Kincardine in accordance with the Municipality of Kincardine’s Strong Mayor Powers Framework. Supervises: Director of Corporate Services, Director of Community Services, Director of Infrastructure and Development, Manager of Strategic Initiatives, Fire Chief, Nuclear Project Coordinator, Executive Assistant – CAO.
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Chief Information Officer |
At the City of Welland, we're continuously rewriting our story. Not because we don't know where we're going, but because we are constantly reaching for new heights, engaging in new approaches, and pursuing what many believe to be unattainable or too ambitious. We're not satisfied with the status quo, and we're certainly not satisfied with doing things a certain way simply because that's how they were done in the past.
We expect our population to increase to over 80,000 in the next 20 years, and serving a diverse, growing community requires strategic thinkers, norm breakers, and passionate civil servants. In Niagara, Welland's growth leads every other municipality, and the City is becoming the region's heartbeat.
So, we invite you to author your chapter and contribute to the overall body of work the City of Welland is creating. At the City of Welland, your ideas are nurtured, your input is invited, a healthy work-life balance is available, and most importantly, your voice will make a difference.
Under the direction of the General Manager of Corporate and Enterprise Services, the Chief Information Officer provides strategic direction for the City’s Information Services function. The position is responsible for executing the City’s IT Strategic Plan, including advancing digital services for residents, improving internal business systems and processes, modernizing technology infrastructure and strengthening the City’s cybersecurity posture. The CIO works closely with departments and senior leadership to align technology with organizational priorities and to drive continuous improvement and innovation across the corporation.
Salary: $153,255 - $179,287 (2026 rates)
View a detailed job description and apply by visiting: https://www.welland.ca/Careers.asp
Closes: Friday, 9 January 2026, at 4:00pm
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Forget resolutions! These 3 things bring meaning to 2026 Find more meaning in your work in the new year by adopting the "Three Cs" of "community" -- feeling known and respected; "contribution" -- seeing the impact of your work; and "challenge" -- identifying ways to grow and those who will support you, write Wes Adams and Tamara Myles, the co-authors of "Meaningful Work." They suggest practices to help cultivate these new habits, such as sharing stories with others, giving positive feedback to your team and complimenting a strength you see in others to encourage their growth.
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