Free online training opens for aspiring municipal leaders
The Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) is hosting a free online workshop for young adults looking to get into local politics.
Steam 2 of the AMO’s Strong Leaders, Stronger Communities is targeted towards potential candidates who want to build confidence before launching their first campaign. The AMO says the workshop will help potential candidates learn clarity of purpose, resilience in conflict, and networking skills.
“As Ontario heads toward the 2026 municipal elections, elected officials and aspiring candidates are being tested like never before,” the AMO wrote on their website. “From navigating divisive politics and social media toxicity to maintaining personal wellbeing under constant public scrutiny, the demands of leadership can feel overwhelming. 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.”
There are four streams planned from March to May. The first is scheduled for March 10 at 6:30 pm via Zoom. Each stream has four sessions (you can register for the full stream 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
This workshop series is offered through AMO’s Healthy Democracy Project.
