The WOWC and the GLSLCI have formalized a new partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding to address shared regional challenges such as water quality and climate change, while advancing economic growth across the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence region.
Press Releases
Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus Engages Provincial Leaders
WOWC met with provincial leaders at Queen’s Park to advance its 2026 advocacy priorities, with a focus on the infrastructure needed to support housing growth, strengthen homelessness response, and advance regional transit solutions for rural and small urban communities across Western Ontario.
WOWC Urges Province to Protect Local Governance in Bill 100
Western Ontario — The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) is advocating for a collaborative approach to municipal governance reform as the Province considers Bill 100, the Better Regional Governance Act, 2026. WOWC is raising concerns about proposed changes such as...
Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus Advances Key Municipal Priorities at ROMA 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 21, 2025 Toronto, Ontario – The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) had a strong presence at the 2026 Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference, engaging with provincial leaders to advance priorities that strengthen...
Warden Marcus Ryan elected as 2026 WOWC Chair
Southwestern Ontario — The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) has elected Warden Marcus Ryan of Oxford County as Chair for a one-year term, effective January 9, 2026. “It is an honour to serve as Chair of the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus for the coming year,”...
Western Ontario Fall Funders Forum Series Connect Local Organizations with Funding Opportunities
Southwestern Ontario — The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC), in collaboration with local counties, is inviting businesses, non profits, municipalities and economic development groups to the Western Ontario Fall Funders Forum Series. These in-person events give...
Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus Hosts Sold Out Western Ontario Municipal Conference
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 20, 2025 Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus Hosts Sold Out Western Ontario Municipal ConferencePowering Ontario’s Economic Engine LONDON, ON – The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) hosted a sold out 2025 Western Ontario Municipal...
Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus Champions Growth of Life-Saving Isotope Ecosystem
(Saugeen Shores, Ontario) The Southwestern Ontario Isotope Coalition (SOIC) welcomes Friday’s resolution from the Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC), which formally signals the Caucus’ support for the growth and expansion of the region’s medical isotope ecosystem....
Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus Advances Rural Priorities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 25, 2025 Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus Advances Rural PrioritiesCommit to safe, respectful, and inclusive democratic environments. Ottawa, Ontario – The Western Ontario Wardens’ Caucus (WOWC) concluded a productive week at the 2025...
Powering Ontario’s Economic Engine: WOWC Launches 2025–2027 Strategic Priorities at Queen’s Park
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...
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.







