ROMA July Board Update
ROMA July Board Update
ROMA Advocacy at 2025 AMO Conference
The ROMA Board met in July and discussed potential priorities as it awaits confirmation of its multi-minister delegation meeting at the AMO Conference.
The ROMA Board also discussed upcoming policy and advocacy strategies related to infrastructure and healthcare. Stay tuned for more information this fall.
As we hit mid-summer, it’s hard to imagine (or want to imagine) the blustery January days to come at the 2026 ROMA Conference. But the ROMA Board and staff are already starting to ensure Ontario’s Rural Leaders’ Conference offers a comprehensive program to help rural Ontario leaders to learn, network and advocate.
Preparing for 2025 AMO Delegations?
If you are preparing for your own delegation, ROMA’s website has helpful messages about key themes such as rural infrastructure challenges, homelessness, and access to rural healthcare, and AMO’s website has insight on overarching fiscal sustainability challenges. These messages provide valuable context for your delegation meetings and strengthens the impact of our sector on the province. You can also take advantage of AMO’s Guide to Delegations to help you make the most of your meeting. You can access the guide here.
Trade and Tariff Events Offer Municipal Impacts and Insights
The Board’s discussion also included the ongoing economic uncertainty posed by Canada-US relations. AMO is hosting a number of learning opportunities to help municipal leaders manage this current uncertainty..
July 30: Webinar by Oxford Economics
In partnership with Oxford Economics, AMO will host Navigating Economic Headwinds: Impacts on Municipal Infrastructure & Finance and Local Economies. The webinar will help elected officials navigate a rapidly changing economic environment in municipal planning and financial sustainability. The webinar will be held Wednesday, July 30, 2025, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. . Register now over Zoom.
October 24: AMO’s Municipal Trade and Tariff Forum
A forum devoted to assessing the impact of trade and tariff disruptions on Ontario’s municipalities. The day-long event features sector experts discussing topics like rethinking the municipal procurement process, building Ontario in uncertain times, and seizing opportunities to strengthen municipal governments. Register today!
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