AMO Offers Free Workshops for Youth Interested in Running for Municipal Council

From the Association of Municipalities of Ontario

If you are a youth interested in running for municipal council in October 2026, we have a workshop for you!

The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is offering a series of workshops for young people thinking about running for municipal office in the October 2026 elections. These sessions will provide insights and strategies to build your understanding and confidence around how to become a candidate and running a campaign.

Facilitated by three current municipal leaders, Natasha Salonen-Mayor of the Township of Wilmont, Cam Wales-Councillor, City of Brockville, and Aidan Kallioinen-Councillor, Town of Espanola, you will gain firsthand insight into:

• What to expect running as a candidate and as young person
• Critical strategies for successfully campaigning for municipal office
• Understand what it takes to become a candidate
• Strategies for engagement including communication
• And more!

Dates:

• Wednesday, February 18, 6:30-8 p.m.
• Wednesday, March 11, 6:30-8 p.m.
• Wednesday, April 15, 6:30-8 p.m.

Choose to attend one or more of the sessions. Registration is free! Register: https://tinyurl.com/5ey6xuej.