Looking to get involved in the Local Government Program Alumni Society Executive Committee? Look no further! We’re hiring positions for Vice President, Director of Communications, Director at-Large (2) & Toronto Area Representative for 2023.

It's not too late to run for the 2023 Local Government Program Alumni Society Executive Committee (Local Government Program Alumni Society)! See details below, deadline January 13, 2023:

REMINDER! The LGP Alumni Society AGM & Winter Social is quickly approaching! Join us virtually on Wednesday, January 18th at 4 pm. It's the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow alumni. For more information about this anticipating event, visit our webpage here:

As January wraps up, join #WesternU throughout the month of February as we observe #BlackHistoryMonth, an opportunity to honour and celebrate the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. president.uwo.ca/black-history/

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Suzanna Dieleman (MPA’19). Our deepest condolences to her friends, family, and colleagues. mfoa.on.ca/mfoa/Main/MFOA…

📣New Chapter from Joe Lyons, Zac Spicer (Zachary Spicer) and Dave Taylor in Corporatisation in Local Government! link.springer.com/chapter/10.100…

Spoke with @KateMarieGraham of Western University Western Local Government Program & Colliers who gives a first take on #strongmayor powers as they were briefly used in #Toronto under #Bill3 which gives #TotontoMayor ability to veto, hire & fire senior managers and present a budget.#topoli #onpoli

🎙️Orientation sessions for municipal council members are more critical than ever before. Western University local government professor Kane Faucher joins us to talk about how any council can set itself up for success by embracing these sessions.  municipalworld.com/podcasts/kane-… #podcast #localgov

ICYMI: Our updated paper by @bigcitypolitics on the strong mayor powers in Ontario came out with contributions from Karen Chapple Matt Elliott Gabriel Eidelman and Alison Smith. imfg.munkschool.utoronto.ca/research/doc/?…

📢Save the date for the 30th Annual Local Government Conference - November 9 & 10 2023!

🚨 KEYNOTE ALERT🚨 Excited to announce that former Ottawa City Clerk, Rick O'Connor, will be the keynote speaker at the Local Government Conference! Rick has had a fascinating career in public service. His wisdom & stories are legendary! Register now: westernconnect.ca/site/Calendar?…

Concerned about the changing legislative landscape for municipalities in Ontario? Not sure what it means for your city/town/region (and your role in it)? Let the experts guide you as they tackle this important conversation. Register today! westernconnect.ca/site/Calendar?…

Thank you to MUNICIPAL WORLD for being the title sponsor of the upcoming Local Government Conference! Don't forget to check out the agenda & register today: westernconnect.ca/site/Calendar?…

Love your career and want to help someone get a good start in theirs? Consider being a mentor today. Registration closes Nov 13: localgovernment.uwo.ca/resources/alum…

Congratulations to LGP Alumni Society VP Sandra Datars Bere on her upcoming new role!

Let’s celebrate 50 years of the Local Government Program! Help us create a legacy that will last beyond the next 50 years. Share your photos, memories & career news for an LGP memory book celebrating our 50th anniversary: uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1N…