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Developing the skills needed for future-ready municipalities Oct 06, 2026

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Philippe Richard Bertrand, the president and chief vision officer at illuxi, joins us to discuss how future skills are becoming essential for municipal organizations navigating rapid change, growing complexity, and evolving community needs. He also explores how adaptability, critical thinking, informed decision making, and action-oriented leadership can help municipal professionals stay relevant, effective, and ready to respond to the challenges of tomorrow.

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Creating seamless resident experiences in local government Sep 23, 2026

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Gary Yorke, Zoho Canada’s public sector executive director, joins us to discuss what municipalities need to create truly connected resident experiences. From data governance and AI to performance management and service integration, Yorke highlights how local governments can bridge the gap between digital transformation and meaningful citizen outcomes.

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London’s municipal infrastructure and affordable housing challenges Sep 02, 2026

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Sandra Datars Bere, London city manager, joins us to discuss the ever-growing demands on municipal infrastructure and the rising challenges around creating more affordable housing. She also addresses the broader financial and service-delivery pressures facing municipalities across Ontario.

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Destination Wasaga Sep 02, 2026

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Sandra Watts, general manager of external relations and director of communications at the Town of Wasaga Beach, joins us to Destination Wasaga – an ambitious, collaborative project that puts community members at the centre of a plan to create a thriving, year-round community for both residents and guests to enjoy.

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A vision for AMO’s future Sep 02, 2026

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Riley Brockington, AMO president and an Ottawa city councillor, joins us to introduce himself and share his vision for the organization’s future. He also outlines his leadership approach, the three key priorities he plans to focus on during his presidency, and why the nation’s capital is an ideal host city for the AMO conference.

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Ontario’s growing homelessness crisis Sep 02, 2026

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Alicia Neufeld, associate director at AMO, joins us to put Ontario’s growing homelessness crisis into perspective and explain why it is affecting communities of all sizes, not just large urban centres. She also discusses the increasing pressures on municipalities and the need for coordinated, long-term action from all levels of government.

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Pressing issues facing rural Ontario in 2026 Sep 02, 2026

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Christa Lowry, mayor of Mississippi Mills, Ont., joins us to discuss some of the most pressing issues facing rural Ontario, from health care access to connectivity challenges. She also highlights recent advocacy successes while outlining priorities for supporting rural municipalities and residents.

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Challenges facing local democracy in 2026 Sep 02, 2026

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Kate Graham, an award-winning educator and author, and Melanie Pilon, mayor of Wawa, Ont., join us to examine the challenges facing local democracy, including declining interest in running for municipal office in some communities. They also highlight initiatives such as the Healthy Democracy Project and Local Leadership Foundations, which aim to encourage civic participation and strengthen local leadership.

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Provincial decisions affecting municipal authority Sep 02, 2026

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Lindsay Jones, AMO executive director, joins us to discuss growing concerns about provincial decisions that are reducing municipal authority and local decision making. Jones examines the importance of defending local democracy, protecting municipal jurisdiction, and strengthening collaboration between municipalities and the provincial government.

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The role of Local Authority Services (LAS) Sep 01, 2026

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Christina Pavone, director of business services at AMO, joins us to explain the role of Local Authority Services (LAS), a municipal services organization that is often less well-known than AMO’s advocacy work. Pavone discusses how LAS has evolved, the programs and services it delivers to municipalities across Ontario, and what its future may look like.

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