JOIN CAMA'S MASTERMINDS LEADERSHIP CIRCLE: EMPOWERING SENIOR MANAGERS

SUPPORTING THE CAO

Are you ready to elevate your leadership journey? CAMA is thrilled to introduce the Masterminds Leadership Circle, an exclusive, free mentorship and networking forum designed for CAMA member direct reports. This initiative offers a unique opportunity to connect with a small group of your peers in a safe, confidential space to tackle sensitive issues and complex challenges. With expert facilitators leading dynamic virtual sessions (three English sessions and one French session), Masterminds will provide practical advice, candid insights, and a supportive network to help you navigate your leadership role with confidence. If you are a CAO, we encourage you to share this opportunity with your direct reports. Participation requires CAMA membership, so be sure to register today—spaces are limited, and registration is open now for the February-to-May 2025 series! Visit the website for more details.

2025 CONFERENCE PROGRAM AND ON-LINE REGISTRATION TO BE LAUNCHED FEBRUARY 11TH

AT 12:00 NOON EST

Mark your calendars! The 51st Annual CAMA Conference in Mont-Tremblant promises an unforgettable experience. The full program and online registration launch on Tuesday, February 11th, 2025, at 12:00 Noon EST—don’t miss the exclusive sneak peek in the Special e-Brief Edition and visit the CAMA Conference website for travel discounts, alternative hotel options, and savings for first time regular CAMA member delegates. Start planning your trip today!

PREPARING FOR LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE:

CAMA'S 2025 EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

Participants in the 2025 CAMA Executive Leadership Program recently connected virtually to begin their journey of collaboration and learning as they prepare to gather in person from January 28-31 at the Kingbridge Centre in Toronto, ON. This premier professional development and networking opportunity is designed to empower local government leaders by facilitating knowledge-sharing with experienced CAOs and peers. Mark your calendars—the next Executive Leadership Program will be offered in January 2026. For more details, visit the CAMA website and start planning to take your leadership skills to the next level!

EMPOWER YOUR TEAM:

INVITE YOUR DIRECT REPORTS TO JOIN CAMA

As a valued CAMA member, you know the immense benefits our Association offers municipal leaders across Canada. Now, it’s time to share those opportunities with your senior management team and help shape the next generation of CAOs. By recommending CAMA, your direct reports will gain access to unparalleled networking through our Annual Conference and Masterminds Leadership Circle, practical resources like our 12 comprehensive Toolkits, and strategic succession planning support. With a special first-year membership rate of just $160, it’s the perfect time to invest in their growth and your municipality’s future. Hear from your peers, Lisa Spitale and Lisa Leblanc from the City of Westminster, BC about the transformative impact of CAMA membership, and invite your team to join today! Explore benefits and sign-up details here.

DON'T MISS THESE IMPORTANT DEADLINES:

CAMA AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE AND

HONOURARY LIFE MEMBERSHIP

The 2025 CAMA Awards of Excellence and Honourary Life Membership nominations are now open! Celebrate outstanding achievements and recognize excellence in municipal administration. Submit your nominations for the Awards of Excellence by February 10, 2025 (4:30 p.m. PST), in categories like Inspiring Workplace, Environmental Leadership and Sustainability, Innovation, and Collaboration with Municipal Partners and External Organizations. Visit the website for full details, nomination forms and submission questions!

For the prestigious Honourary Life Membership, nominations close January 31, 2025—an incredible opportunity to honour long-serving CAMA members who’ve made extraordinary contributions. Visit the website for all details!

CAMA PARTNERS WITH SOLACE AND ICMA ON SOCIAL MEDIA IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT -

REGISTER FOR THIS FREE WEBINAR TODAY!

Join us for a webinar on strategic management of social media in local government on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. EST. Learn from local government practitioners from Canada, the United Kingdom, and the U.S. on how they are navigating social media realities. Discover best practices in addressing and mitigating the challenges of social media with elected officials, the public, and employees while using this powerful tool to support your municipality’s goals.

Speakers:

• Brenda Orchard, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Lennox and Addington County, Ontario, Canada (and CAMA First Vice-President and Board Representative for Ontario)
• Alison Mckenzie-Folan, Chief Executive, Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council, Greater Manchester, England, and SOLACE spokesperson for Digital Leadership
• Kara Roberson, Strategic Communications Officer, Wentzville, Missouri, USA
• Moderator: Chris Teale, Managing Editor, Route Fifty 

Register now using this link!

Please note the webinar will be in English. There will be instructions for non-English speakers to read translated captions in their preferred language. Audience questions can be posed in English and French

CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY WITH WILGA: ACCELERATE ACTION

FREE WEBINAR: FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025

AT 1:00 P.M. EST

CAMA is proud to partner with the Women in Local Government Administration (WILGA) working group, a cross-Canada initiative designed to unite and empower women in local government through awareness, education, and networking. In collaboration with CAMA, Alberta Municipalities, CivicInfo BC, the Local Government Administration Association of Alberta, and the Society of Local Government Managers, WILGA is creating meaningful opportunities for connection and growth.

Join us for the Third Annual International Women’s Day Webinar on Friday, March 7, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. EST, featuring the theme Accelerate Action. This year’s esteemed panel includes CAMA Members:

• Heather Nelson-Smith, CAO, District of Port Hardy, BC
• Laura Swain, CAO, Parkland County, AB
• Ann Mitchell, CAO, City of Medicine Hat, AB

The session will be facilitated by Tracey Lorenson, whose expertise in local government, legal, governance, HR, and coaching brings invaluable insights to this discussion.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the critical role of initiative in achieving gender equality. All are welcome and space is limited—register today! Stay tuned for more details!

Stacey Barker, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, Fraser Valley Regional District, BC

Hugo Lépine, Director général, Municipalité de Morin-Heights, QC

Danielle Herring, Manager of Corporate Services, Town of Three Rivers, PEI

Rob Costanzo, City Manager, City of Surrey, BC

Ray Murrell, Chief Executive Officer, Dominic System Limited

Lisa Almond, Executive Director, Community Safety & Wellbeing, Town of Cochrane, AB

Edwin Ossinger, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Digby, NS

R. Andrew Fry, Chief Administrative Officer, Village of Fundy-St. Martins, NS

Mahesh Ramdeo, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury, ON

Sunny Bains, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Stouffville, ON

Jack Graziosi, Commissioner, Engineering & Public Works, Town of Stouffville, ON

Tammy Lannan, Financial Officer, North Salt Spring Waterworks District, BC

Barb Goodwin, Commissioner of Corporate Services, The Regional Municipality of Durham, ON

Beth Gignac, Director - Community and Recreation Services, Town of Tecumseh, ON

Miranda Berry, Executive Assistant to the Chief Administrative Officer, District of Port Hardy, BC

Kate Zanon, General Manager of Community Development, City of Port Moody, BC

Adam Eckhart, Fire Chief, City of Welland, ON

Alison Burgess, Director of Communications & Engagement, Regional Municipality of Durham, ON

Danny Pellerin, Director of Economic Development & Tourism, Town of Shediac, NB

William Rayburn, Chief Administrative Officer, Middlesex County, ON

Greg Tanuyak, Assistant Senior Administration Officer, Hamlet of Chesterfield Inlet, NU

Cindy Floyd, Director of Corporate Services, City of Revelstoke, BC

Craig Kelley, Chief Administrative Officer/Deputy-Clerk, County of Renfrew, ON

Jason Hunt, Regional Solicitor & Director of Legal Services, Region of Durham, ON

Karina Verdon, Directrice générale, Ville de Pointe-Claire, QC

Jim Zaffino, Chief Administrative Officer, Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen, BC

Stephanie Nagel, General Manager of Corporate & Enterprise Services/Chief Financial Officer, City of Welland, ON

Louisa Bates, Deputy Corporate Officer, District of Port Hardy, BC

Dan Milburn, General Manager, District of North Vancouver, BC

Roland LeBlanc, Chief Executive Officer, Southeast Regional Service Commission, NB

Stephanie Thorne, Chief Financial Officer, Southeast Regional Service Commission, NB

Jason Johnson, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Colwood, BC

Karynn Carveth, Executive Liaison, City of Colwood, BC

Derek Blais, Director of Community Services, City of Moose Jaw, SK

Diane Larder, Chief Administrative Officer, Township of Zorra, ON

Julie Jacob, Greffière, Ville de Caraquet, N.-B.

Gino Damo, Director of Corporate & Community Services, Town of Onoway, AB