Are you considering running for office in the 2026 Municipal Election?

Join The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) new online workshop series for leaders seeking re-election or first-time aspiring candidates—offered at no charge for participants.  Spots are filling fast!

''Ontario heads toward the 2026 municipal elections, elected officials and aspiring candidates are being tested like never before. From navigating divisive politics and social media toxicity to maintaining personal wellbeing under constant public scrutiny, the demands of leadership can feel overwhelming.

Developed in partnership with Nominee, Stronger Leaders, Stronger Communities is designed to equip you with the tools, resilience, and confidence to meet these challenges head-on — and to rediscover the purpose that brought you to public service in the first place.

This workshop series is being offered for no charge in two streams:

• Stream 1: For elected officials at the municipal level across Ontario who are considering re-election in 2026 and preparing their path forward.
  
  
• Stream 2: For community members considering a run for municipal office in 2026—first-time candidates who want to build confidence before launching a campaign. Civic-minded leaders who want to explore whether elected office is right for them.

Full workshop details.

Workshop dates: each workshop runs 6:30 - 8:00pm

Stream 1

• Existing dates
  • November 26, 2025
  • January 28, 2026
  • February 25, 2026
  • March 25, 2026

Register here for Stream 1

• New dates added
  • February 19, 2026
  • March 26, 2026
  • April 23, 2026
  • May 7, 2026

Register here for Stream 1 new dates

Stream 2

• Existing dates
  
  • December 3, 2025
  • February 4, 2026
  • March 4, 2026
  • April 1, 2026

Register here for Stream 2

• New dates added 
  • March 10, 2026
  • April 7, 2026
  • April 28, 2026
  • May 19, 2026

Register here for Stream 2 new dates