2026 EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM OPENS FOR REGISTRATION THIS FRIDAY, APRIL 25

Registration opens Friday, April 25, 2025 at 12:00 Noon EST for this highly anticipated program, taking place January 27-30, 2026 at the Kingbridge Centre in Toronto. A direct email with the registration link will be sent to members, and all information is available on the website.

• View the Full Program Here.
• $500 deposit required at registration. Remaining amount to be paid prior to January 15, 2026.
• 30 spots available — first come, first served.
• Open to CAMA members only.



REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR THE 2025 CAMA CONFERENCE FOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Why Not Gift Your Executive Assistant the Gift of Professional Development Today?

In celebration of Administrative Professionals Day, why not recognize your Executive Assistant with the gift of professional development?

We are thrilled to announce that registration is now open for CAMA’s second National Conference for Executive Assistants in Local Government, happening October 5-7, 2025 in Ottawa at the Delta Hotel by Marriott!

Building on the overwhelming success of our inaugural event, this Conference brings together Executive Assistants, Legislative Coordinators, Clerks/Treasurers, and administrative professionals supporting senior municipal leaders from across the country.

This year, we are pleased to offer real-time translation through the Wordly App to ensure an inclusive experience for all attendees. Visit the CAMA website for all details.

PROGRAM & REGISTRATION

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🔗 Register Online Now

Please pass this information along to your team!

UPCOMING WEBINAR: THE STATE OF THE CLERK'S OFFICE 2025

PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR CLERK OR LEGISLATIVE TEAM

eScribe’s 2025 “State of the Clerk’s Office” report reveals what hundreds of municipal clerks across the U.S. and Canada are experiencing behind the scenes—and the results are eye-opening. Join us on April 30 at 2:00 PM EST for an exclusive webinar with the experts from Clerks On Call, a consultancy specializing in municipal clerk services, as we unpack key findings and discuss how clerks can adapt.

We’ll cover:

• Rising workloads and the future of the City Clerk’s role
• Public engagement and transparency hurdles
• Navigating relationships with elected officials
• And more!

Learn more and register now.

HELP US REACH 1,000 MEMBERS - WE'RE SO CLOSE!

We’re at 940 members and counting – help us hit 1,000 strong!  Encourage your colleagues or staff in neighbouring municipalities to join the CAMA community.

• First-time members get 50% off their first year.
• Additional members from the same organization join for just $160.00. It’s never been easier (or more affordable) to be part of our growing network.
• Click here for membership information and share the link today!  



COMING SOON: FIRST-TIME MUNICIPAL CAO TOOLKIT

LAUNCHING MID-JUNE 2025

We are excited to share that the "Charting Your Course: A First-Time Municipal CAO Toolkit" is nearly here! While designed with new Chief Administrative Officers in mind, this practical, high-impact resource is also a valuable refresher for seasoned CAOs looking to pick up new strategies, insights, and leadership tips to support long-term success.

The Toolkit offers guidance for navigating your first 100 days and beyond—focusing on building confidence, establishing credibility, and leading effectively in today’s municipal environment.

A heartfelt thank you to the 70+ CAMA members who are contributing their experience and insights through three focus groups taking place over the next two weeks. Your input is helping us shape a resource that is grounded in the realities of local government leadership. Launching mid-June 2025—stay tuned!

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT

2024 CAMA AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE NOMINATIONS

At CAMA, we take great pride in showcasing the outstanding work of our member municipalities. One of the ways we do this is by featuring award nominations and recognitions that highlight the innovation, dedication, and leadership demonstrated by municipal teams across the country. We love sharing your successes and celebrating the incredible impact you're making in your communities.

City of Cochrane

Environmental Leadership & Sustainability Award

Population Between 20,001 & 100,000

Water Supply Strategy

Cochrane unveils a pioneering 25-year Water Supply Strategy, strategically addressing challenges posed by Alberta's 2006 water licensing moratorium. This groundbreaking approach combines consumptive and non-consumptive water licenses, allocating 20% for consumptive use and 80% for non-consumptive use, aligning seamlessly with municipal water usage patterns.

A transparent and equitable funding mechanism, Water License Connection Fees, has been introduced to finance new water licenses. Paid by new water utility customers, the fees, based on water meter size, provide a financially sustainable model, garnering positive reception from developers and builders.

This strategy not only secures immediate water needs but also elevates the municipal administration profession. By sharing experiences and outcomes, Cochrane contributes to a collective knowledge base, fostering continuous learning and adaptability in navigating water resource management complexities. The innovative pairing of consumptive and non-consumptive licenses offers a replicable and financially sustainable blueprint adaptable to diverse municipal contexts, regulatory environments, and growth patterns. 

To view the entire awards submission visit the CAMA Member's Section/Awards of Excellence Best Practices (Search for "Water Supply Strategy").

City of Waterloo

Environmental Leadership & Sustainability Award

Population Over 100,000

Silver Lake, Laurel Creek and Waterloo Park Improvements

The ‘Silver Lake, Laurel Creek and Waterloo Park Improvements’ project, led by the City of Waterloo, has successfully transformed a City park to what is now affectionately referred to as the ‘Jewel of the City’.  

A Class Environmental Assessment Study in 2018 led to opportunities to seamlessly blend ecological enhancements with community-centric improvements. Key environmental improvements included, enhancement and naturalization of Laurel Creek upstream of Silver Lake, erosion reduction, dredging and reconfiguration of Silver Lake, native planting and habitat restoration, water quality enhancement, low-impact development (LID) features, and facilitation of a long-term sediment management approach. 

User experience improvements included, strengthened wayfinding and park connections, adding engaging visitor experiences, and innovative infrastructure upgrades.  

The team approached the project with the following City priorities in mind – equity, accessibility, diversity, environmental sustainability and climate action, complete community, infrastructure management, transportation systems, and innovation. 

The project has been well received by residents which is evident by the increased foot traffic, activities and interaction.

To view the entire awards submission visit the CAMA Member's Section/Awards of Excellence Best Practices (Search for "Silver Lake").

City of Richmond

Environmental Leadership & Sustainability Award

Population Over 100,000

Richmond Circular City Strategy

Natural resources are essential for our economy, prosperity, and well-being. The current linear take-make-use-dispose economic model leads to the overuse of virgin materials and contributes to environmental issues like soil contamination, loss of natural capital, health problems, and climate change. We would need 5.1 Earths to meet our needs, underscoring the urgent need for sustainable resource management. The circular economy model, aimed at countering the linear approach, focuses on closing resource loops to combine economic growth with sustainable practices. It seeks to preserve natural capital, optimize resource use, and minimize risks by minimizing waste and reimagining how resources flow in a sustainable, equitable, low-carbon economy.

Adopted in 2023, the Richmond Circular City Strategy (RCCS) outlines a comprehensive plan to transform Richmond into a zero-emission, circular city by 2050. Across six strategic directions, the RCCS sets a North American precedent in integrating sustainability into Richmond life through a holistic framework that emphasizes the importance of community engagement, stakeholder collaboration, and innovation as key drivers for economic revitalization, social equity, and environmental stewardship.

To view the entire awards submission visit the CAMA Member's Section/Awards of Excellence Best Practices (Search for "Circular City Strategy").

Abe Tinney, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Claresholm, AB

Yvette Hurley, Chief Administrative Officer/Deputy Treasurer/Deputy Clerk, Township of Cavan Monaghan, ON

Shawn Binns, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of Oro-Medonte, ON

Todd David, Chief Administrative Officer, Corporation of the Township of Douro Dummer, ON

Kevin Tessier, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of Champlain, ON

Gayle Jackson, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of Ramara, ON

William Wedel, Director of Public Works & Engineering, District of Vanderhoof, BC

Jessica Bozzato, Executive Assistant to the Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Stouffville, ON

Erin Mahoney, Chief Administrative Officer, The Regional Municipality of York, ON

Alyssa Gee, Administrative & Project Coordinator, Corporate Services, Town of Stouffville, ON

Amy Martin, Director of Planning & Development, Municipality of North Grenville, ON

Cora Lee Ross, Director of Finance, Municipality of the District of Digby, NS

J. Leigha McIntyre, Municipal Clerk, Grandview Municipality, MB

Jennifer Hess, Executive Assistant to the Mayor, Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON

Quinn Gorecki, Deputy Clerk/Manager, People & Culture, Town of Minto, ON

Jennifer Brake, Town Clerk, Town of Stephenville, NL

Bill Ramsay, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Stephenville, NL

Barb Warren, Town Clerk, Town of Torbay, NL

Eddie Robar, City Manager, City of Edmonton, AB

Salima Ebrahim, Chief of Staff, City of Edmonton, AB

Jennifer Aspell, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Witless Bay, NL

Yvonne Young, Clerk Manager, Town of Stephenville Crossing, NL

Hillary Geneau, Director of Corporate Services, Municipality of North Grenville, ON

Lydia Francis, Town Clerk, Town of Channel-Port aux Basques, NL

Jilian Campbell, CFO/Managing Director of Corporate Services, City of Medicine Hat, AB

Marc Hébert, Directeur général adjoint, Municipalité régionale de Tracadie, N.-B.

Marley Seymour, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Lac du Bonnet, MB