Highlights from the 2026 AMO Conference, in Ottawa.

1. Provincial Funding for Community Sport & Recreation Infrastructure will continue. This program offers qualified applicants up to $10M or 50% of project cost. Examples include, AstroTurf fields and gyms.

2. Delegates call for the reversal of Strong Regional Chair Powers in Bill 100 and discussed local democracy and governance, including how municipalities can navigate changes while maintaining transparent, accountable decision-making and strong local voices.

3. AMO President and Ottawa's Mayor called for more Provincial funding, for Municipalities, such as a dedicated share of the HST. Unlike most other provinces Ontario pay significantly more to fund Healthcare and Social Services.

4. The economic benefits of Data Centre, possibly coming to York Region.

5. The Province is requesting input to take over Water Operations from Municipalities, and form a Provincial Utility.

6. The Education minister is open to eliminating Ontario school trustees, in 72 School Boards.

7. New AMO Leadership was announced. Aurora Mayor Mrakas will no longer serve on of the Board of Directors.

8. Talks continued on solving the housing crisis including those homeless.

9. Proposal for a Provincial Standardized Municipal Code of Conduct and the Municipal Integrity Commissioner Processes

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