Stronger Leaders, Stronger Communities is a free online workshop series being offered by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO).
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.
Each stream includes four inspiring sessions (you can register for the full series or individual sessions):
Session 1— Finding Your Why – Leading with Purpose and Authenticity
Session 2— Praise Your Rivals – Managing Conflict and Building Effective Relationships
Session 3— What Matters Most – Prioritizing Mental Health and Wellbeing
Session 4— Building Your Movement – Turning Values into Action
What you’ll gain by attending these sessions:
Clarity of Purpose: reconnect with your values and what drives you to serve
Resilience in Conflict: handle tough situations with skill and confidence
Personal Wellbeing: prevent burnout and create sustainable leadership practices
Stronger Communication: inspire trust and mobilize authentic community support
Practical Tools & Resources: customized workbooks, scripts, and templates you can use immediately
Peer Connection: build relationships with others also preparing to run in 2026
Dates: Workshops are 6:30 - 8:00pm on the following dates (you can register for the full series or individual sessions):
Stream 1:
- February 19, 2026
- March 26, 2026
- April 23, 2026
- May 7, 2026
Stream 2:
- March 10, 2026
- April 7, 2026
- April 28, 2026
- May 19, 2026
Registration is available on the AMO website.
February 18 - 6:30 - 8:30 pm