Welcome to AMO ON Topic, your source for things that matter to Ontario municipalities. Follow along with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario for interviews and discussions with municipal leaders as we work together to build strong, sustainable communities.
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24. Looking back at 2023 and forward to 2024
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AMO's Director of Policy, Lindsay Jones, sits down with Executive Director Brian Rosborough to discuss AMO's work on some of the toughest challenges faced by municipalities in 2023, including housing and homelessness. Looking ahead to 2024, AMO is calling on the province to take part in a social and economic prosperity review to modernize the provi…
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23. Elections, elections, elections. Guest Petra Wolfbeiss on AMO's work advocating for municipal priorities in a major election year.
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We're preparing for three elections in 2022: the provincial election in June, AMO's Board elections in August, and of course, Ontario's municipal elections in October. Petra Wolfbeiss, Director of AMO's Membership Centre joins host Brian Rosborough to discuss AMO's work advocating for municipal priorities as we head into a major election year.…
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Episode 22: An Interview With Municipal World CEO Susan Gardner.
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AMO's Executive Director Brian Rosborough is joined by Susan Gardner, who recently announced she'll be retiring from her role as CEO of Municipal World. Susan discusses her 30-year career, how she got her start at Municipal World, the changes she's seen in her time at the helm, and some of her personal highlights.…
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21. We're Back! AMO's President talks COVID, the Conference, and more
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We're back! After a brief hiatus, we're back with AMO's President, Graydon Smith, to chat about leadership during a pandemic, what the Ontario Budget means for municipal governments, and what to expect at the 2021 AMO Conference.
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In episode four of our AMO Youth Fellows Series, Emilie Leneveu speaks with Wendy Landry, Mayor of Shuniah and President of NOMA. Their discussion focuses on climate action and economic development.
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Episode three features AMO Youth Fellow Graham Taylor's interview with Patty Sinnamon, CAO and Clerk for the Township of Chatsworth. Patty, who is also an instructor of Municipal Administration with the AMCTO, gives her insight on how rural municipalities can recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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AMO Youth Fellow Graham Taylor is joined by Paul McQueen, Warden of Grey County and Mayor of the Municipality of Grey Highlands. Paul gives his thoughts on the road to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, paying particular attention to what rural communities will need.
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AMO Youth Fellow Raghed Al-Areibi interviews Councillor Ariella Kayabaga, from the City of London. Councillor Kayabaga gives her thoughts on how municipalities can adapt to the modern, digital world and engage more closely with residents – using the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Episode 16 – An interview with City of Mississauga's former CAO Janice Baker
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AMO Executive Director Brian Rosborough chats with Janice Baker, who this month retired after 15 years as City Manager with the City of Mississauga. They discuss her career path, working alongside high-profile characters, the rewarding and challenging nature of the municipal workplace, and how municipalities have had to adapt in the face of COVID-1…
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The role of the CAO during COVID-19: Part 3
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The third episode of a special three-part series of the AMO On Topic Podcast, in which host Nigel Bellchamber and esteemed academic David Siegel examine the vital role that municipal CAOs play in times of crisis – such as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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The role of the CAO during COVID-19: Part 2
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The second episode of a special three-part series of the AMO On Topic Podcast, in which host Nigel Bellchamber and esteemed academic David Siegel examine the vital role that municipal CAOs play in times of crisis – such as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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The role of the CAO during COVID-19: Part 1
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In the first episode of a special three-part series of the AMO On Topic Podcast, host Nigel Bellchamber welcomes esteemed academic David Siegel to discuss the vital role that municipal CAOs play in times of crisis – such as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
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Episode 12 – Exploring Bill 187 Municipal Emergency Act, 2020
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AMO Executive Director Brian Rosborough is joined by Nigel Bellchamber and Fred Dean to discuss the document ‘Meetings Guidance For Heads of Council,’ which was created to assist councils working under Bill 187 – Municipal Emergency Act, 2020.
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Episode 11 – Communications advice for elected officials during COVID-19 pandemic
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Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Executive Director Brian Rosborough speaks with Brian Lambie, President of Redbrick Communications. With the fast moving nature of the COVID-19 outbreak, AMO worked with Brian Lambie to create a Communication Guide for Councils to assist in their response to what will be a very busy and challenging tim…
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Episode 10 - A look back at the 2020 ROMA Conference
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Episode 9 - Property assessment and how MPAC collaborates with municipalities
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Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Executive Director Brian Rosborough meets with Carmelo Lipsi, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) Vice-President of Valuation & Customer Relations and Chief Operating Officer, and Chris Rickett, Director of Municipal and Stakeholder Relations. They discuss MPAC's work to collaborate with a…
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Episode 8 - Introducing AMO's New Executive Director
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Introducing, or re-introducing, Brian Rosborough, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario's new Executive Director. We chat with Brian about his approach to the role, municipal priorities as we move toward Ontario's 2020 Budget, and what to expect from AMO's first-ever Fall Policy Forum.By Association of Municipalities of Ontario
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AMO ON Topic - Episode 7, February 19, 2019
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We sit down with AMO's President and ROMA's Chair to discuss key topics coming out of the 2019 Rural Ontario Municipal Association Conference, including Premier Ford's announcement related to municipal liability. You'll also hear highlights of speeches from party leaders.By Association of Municipalities of Ontario
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AMO ON Topic - Episode 6 January 24, 2019
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As we head into the 2019 ROMA Conference, municipal officials discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Ontario's rural communities, and the value in coming together at ROMA. We spoke with: Allan Thompson, Mayor of the Town of Caledon and ROMA’s interim Chair; Kelly Elliot, Deputy Mayor of the Municipality of Thames Centre; Ron Higgins, Mayor…
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AMO President Jamie McGarvey gives listeners a primer on the Association, including advocacy work related to cannabis and double hatter firefighters, services offered to municipal governments, and the annual Conference.By Association of Municipalities of Ontario
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From energy planning and road assessment tools to the One Investment Program, LAS helps its municipal customers save money, make money and solve capacity. Judy Dezell, Director of Business Partnerships and LAS, discusses how the organization's programs and services can benefit your community. You can learn more about LAS at www.las.on.ca…
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John McGrath, reporter and digital media producer for TVO, discusses the provincial election, how reporters are working the municipal angle, and the impact of the loss of news on in-depth media coverage. Also featuring a discussion with Brian Rosborough, the new Director of AMO's Membership Centre.By Association of Municipalities of Ontario
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We sit down with AMO's President, Lynn Dollin, to talk about the upcoming provincial election, including a discussion about how AMO builds consensus and policy positions and exactly how your provincial vote can impact your local government. Bonus: advice for those thinking about running for municipal office.…
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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 --especially related to our financial future -- are top of mind.…
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