When Municipal Disputes Escalate: Lessons From Ramara A small Ontario township is making headlines—and not for the reasons any community would want. The Township of
The South Algonquin CAO: Hiring and Salary History The Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) is the most senior staff position in the Township of South Algonquin.
Municipal Health Indicators in South Algonquin To explore that question, we used a tool called the Municipal Health Checklist, developed by the Association of Manitoba
South Algonquin’s Sunshine List Each year the Province of Ontario publishes the Public Sector Salary Disclosure List, often called the Sunshine List. The list shows
In 2016, a dispute over whether a chip truck qualified as a “building” under Ontario’s Building Code Act led to years of litigation involving Chief
How Do I Ask for Information from the Municipality? Residents sometimes ask their municipality for records. These requests can involve reports, emails, contracts, or background
Councillor Comments on Local Business Bankruptcies Municipal councils play an important role in shaping the economic environment of a community. Local governments set policies, approve
Second Councillor in Conflict of Interest Municipal councils operate under rules designed to ensure that elected officials make decisions in the public interest. One of
Seasonal Employment and EI: A Local Effort to Support Workers South Algonquin’s economy is shaped by the seasons. Tourism, outdoor recreation, construction, and service jobs
