Solutions-Focused Discussions, Best & Promising Practices
Our Forums invite members, municipal professionals, subject matter experts, experienced sector practitioners, leading academics, public and private sector professionals to come together to explore sector and role-specific issues and trends. What can we learn from each other's experiences, successes, and failures? How can we collaborate to collectively brainstorm solutions to common challenges? Forums provide an opportunity to openly discuss, ask questions, and hear first-hand accounts of strategic approaches to local government management.
Upcoming Forums
2025 Municipal Finance Forum
Zoom (Virtual)
Presented in partnership with the Municipal Finance Officers’ Association of Ontario (MFOA), the Municipal Finance Forum serves to answer key questions related to financial service delivery, success, and sustainability. Join finance professionals from across the public and private sectors to explore top issues and emerging trends in municipal financial management.
2025 Municipal Information, Access & Privacy Forum
Zoom (Virtual)
The Municipal Information, Access & Privacy Forum convenes leading data, cybersecurity, information, access and privacy experts to discuss current and emerging issues affecting local governments. Join us to hear valuable insights on data and privacy trends, new technologies and solutions, and to discover what’s next for the sector.
Stay tuned for the full agenda coming soon!
2025 Municipal Leaders Forum
Zoom (Virtual)
With a focus on professional development, knowledge-sharing, and networking, the Municipal Leaders Forum plays a pivotal role in creating a strong and connected network of municipal leaders dedicated to enhancing the well-being of their communities. Join us to be a part of discussions surrounding effective leadership strategies, emerging trends in municipal administration, and fostering sustainable and resilient communities.
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2025 Municipal Clerks Forum
Zoom (Virtual)
The Clerks Forum is the premier professional development event for Ontario municipal clerks. By bringing together expert practitioners, academics, and senior leaders, this event helps provide insights and practical strategies for effectively managing the impending challenges and opportunities facing today’s clerk departments.
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2025 Municipal Licensing & Law Enforcement Forum
Zoom (Virtual) / TBD (In-Person)
Presented in partnership with the Municipal Law Enforcement Officers' Association (MLEOA), the Ontario Association of Property Standards Officers (OAPSO), and the Prosecutors Association of Ontario (PAO), the Municipal Licensing & Law Enforcement Forum aims to provide insights and solutions to topical issues in the field of municipal licensing and bylaw enforcement. Network with seasoned practitioners and stay ahead of the curve on key operational and situational applications.
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