AMCTO

Congratulations to our very own, Alana D., Manager, Policy & Government Relations on earning her AMCTO Diploma in Municipal Administration! 👏 👏 👏 We are lucky to have dedicated, hard-working staff continuously pursuing professional development and learning to add to their unique skill sets while supporting our members.

Last Call: Our Board of Directors nominations close this Thursday (March 20)! We are currently accepting nominations for the following positions on our Board of Directors: - Vice-President for a one-year term commencing June 2025* - Two (2) Directors-at-Large for a two-year term commencing June 2025 - Zone Directors for Zones 2, 4, 6 and 8 for two-year terms commencing June 2025 To learn more and to submit your nomination, please visit https://ow.ly/fJFo50Vjf5l! #OnMuni

Don't miss out: join us tomorrow for our webinar to learn more about the AMCTO-Mitacs Municipal Innovation Internship Program! This webinar is intended for municipalities and will walk you through the application process and answer any questions you may have! Learn more at https://ow.ly/Bp9G50VjfC2 #OnMuni

The 2025-Q1 edition of the AMCTO Municipal Monitor is out now! Read it online at https://ow.ly/jcgp50VigWr! Inside the issue: Our Q1 feature story highlights the new AMCTO-Mitacs Municipal Innovation Internship Program. Plus, planning for success in the 2026 municipal elections, the City of Toronto's truth and reconciliation action plan, and addressing incivility in the public sector. #OnMuni

If you're a municipal finance professional, you won't want to miss out on our upcoming Municipal Tax Applications Webinar Series! This three-part series starts March 25 and will provide valuable insights and strategies to enhance your municipality's financial management and operational efficiencies in relation to GST/HST rules. Learn more and register today at https://ow.ly/YUTX50Vhtfi #OnMuni

Last call for conference scholarships! If you are an AMCTO New Professional or Student member, you have until this Friday (March 14) to submit your application. Up to 12 conference scholarships will be awarded to eligible members to attend our conference in Windsor, Ontario from June 8-11, 2025. Learn more and apply at https://ow.ly/t19C50Vfzr8 #AMCTOConference #OnMuni

Showcase your commitment to meeting a high standard of rigor in demonstrated knowledge and expertise in municipal administration with the Accredited Municipal Professional (AMP) designation. Our sector-leading professional accreditation programs raise the bar of Ontario municipal excellence by advancing the profession and demonstrating members' municipal expertise. Already working towards your AMP or other AMCTO designation? This Friday (March 14) is the deadline to submit your application to be recognized at this year's Annual General Meeting. Learn more at https://ow.ly/2wwa50UU0at

Looking to get involved in your Association? Applications are now open for a variety of volunteer opportunities to support our work in the areas of education, professional development, policy and government relations and more. With our new committee structure, there are more opportunities than ever to volunteer and get involved with the Association! Explore our available volunteer opportunities and apply by April 25 at https://ow.ly/Afyg50VeWzT #OnMuni

We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the first phase of the AMCTO-Mitacs Municipal Innovation Internship Program! Municipalities are invited to submit up to two (2) project applications until May 9, 2025. A total of 20 municipal projects will be selected and matched with part-time student internship placements (student applications will open in May 2025). To learn more and submit a municipal project application, visit: https://ow.ly/whM150Vc7HP #OnMuni

Thank you to all of today’s speakers, moderators, networking facilitators, in-person and virtual participants for an inspiring and impactful day of discussions! Special thanks to the The Corporation of the Town of Ajax for hosting us at your beautiful facility. We hope these meaningful conversations continue beyond today and International Women’s Day to champion inspiring leadership, allyship, equality, equity, diversity and inclusion in our communities. #AMCTOForums #IWD2025 #LocalGov