Meetings with Provincial Ministers and Evening Reception Highlight Collaborative Work between WOWC and Province of Ontario TORONTO — The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) brought regional leadership to Queen’s Park on Monday, June 2, for a series of strategic...
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Western Ontario Municipal Conference Returns in 2025
Western Ontario Municipal Conference Returns in 2025 Following a Successful Inaugural Event Southwestern Ontario – Following the success of the 2024 inaugural relaunch, the Western Ontario Municipal Conference (WOMC) is set to return in 2025, continuing its mission to...
Ontario’s Municipal Leadership Shines on International Women’s Day
Ontario’s Municipal Leadership Shines on International Women’s Day Ontario’s Major Municipal Organizations Led by Women Ontario – As we celebrate International Women’s Day 2025, it is a historic moment for municipal leadership in Ontario.
Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus Releases Regional Priorities for Provincial Election Candidates
The WOWC has released a briefing package for election candidates, detailing regional priorities like housing, infrastructure, workforce development, and mental health, addictions, and homelessness, and recommending their prioritization.
Statement from the Vice Chair of the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus on Tariffs
The WOWC is supporting the Ontario and Canadian governments in addressing trade restrictions and tariffs, recognizing their impact on industries and communities, and advocating for sustainable growth.
WOWC Chair to Take Leave of Absence
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 29, 2025 The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) announces that Chair Mayor Amy Martin of Norfolk County will be taking a leave of absence from her role with the organization. This leave will allow Mayor Martin to focus on her...
Mayor Amy Martin elected as 2025 WOWC Chair
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 13, 2025 The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) is pleased to announce that Mayor Amy Martin, of Norfolk County has been elected as Chair of the WOWC for a one-year term, effective January 10, 2025. “It is an honour to serve as...
Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus Advocates for Rural Needs at AMO 2024 Conference
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 21, 2024 The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) strengthened its vital partnerships with representatives from the Province of Ontario during the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) 2024 Conference, held from August 18 to...
Rural Municipal Leaders Support ‘Solve the Crisis’ Campaign to Address Homelessness and Mental Health
Media Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Sunday, August 18, 2024 City of Ottawa - Representing 230 municipalities and over 2.6 million people across Ontario, the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus, Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus, , and Eastern Ontario Mayors’ Caucus...
WOWC Unveils 2024-2025 Priorities
Media Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 26, 2024 WOWC Unveils 2024-25 Priorities Southwestern Ontario – Members of the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) met virtually today with their regional Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) to unveil the WOWC’s...
Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus Welcomes the Keeping Energy Costs Down Act, 2024
This legislation is critical to the long-term viability and success of Western Ontario and will aim to keep construction costs down while providing a pragmatic approach towards a net zero energy system in Ontario.
A More Prosperous Ontario Demands a Modern
Municipalities continue to subsidize the provincial treasury by almost $4 billion each year by paying for provincial responsibilities such as social housing, long-term care, public health, childcare and social services. Ontario’s property taxes are already the second highest in the country, while provincial spending per capita is the lowest in Canada.