Western Ontario
Wardens Caucus
The Western Ontario Wardens Caucus Inc. (WOWC) serves as a unified voice for the 15 upper and single tier municipalities in Southwestern Ontario, advocating for their collective interest. Through collaborative efforts, WOWC works to address the unique challenges faced by rural and small urban communities, playing a pivotal role in shaping policies and initiatives that positively impact the region’s 1.6 million residents.
MUNICIPALITIES
BUSINESSES OPERATING
PEOPLE REPRESENTED
strategic Priorities
The WOWC is committed to advancing affordable housing, infrastructure enhancements, workforce development for economic growth, and initiatives addressing mental health, addictions, and homelessness. These priorities aim to further strengthen collaboration with municipalities across Southwestern Ontario.
Economic Development
The WOWC in partnership with the Western Ontario Community Futures Corporation Association (WOCFDCA) is now championing a regional Economic Development Strategic Plan. This work is the result of extensive stakeholder consultation and dialogue, with businesses and representatives of key economic development stakeholders.
NEW HOUSING
UNITS REQUIRED
BY 2041
BY 2030
Projects
By working together, the Provincial Government, the WOWC and the municipalities of Southwestern Ontario can provide our residents and businesses with the services, supports and infrastructure they need to thrive today and into the future, while planning for growth and a rapidly aging population.