Premier Doug Ford addressed a gathering of Ontario mayors and municipal officials at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference in Ottawa on August 17, 2026. The premier’s speech marked the central moment of a meeting that routinely brings together municipal leaders from across the province to discuss shared challenges and opportunities.
The AMO conference serves as a forum where mayors, council members and senior municipal staff convene to exchange ideas, review policy developments and coordinate efforts on issues that affect local communities. Held in the nation’s capital this year, the event provided a platform for provincial and municipal representatives to interact directly.
Ford’s remarks were delivered to an audience of municipal leaders representing a wide range of jurisdictions, from large urban centres to smaller rural towns. While the specific content of his address was not detailed, his presence underscored the provincial government’s ongoing engagement with municipal partners. The premier’s participation highlighted the importance the province places on collaborative governance and the role of municipalities in implementing broader policy objectives.
The conference’s agenda traditionally includes panels, workshops and networking sessions, allowing participants to explore topics such as infrastructure funding, housing affordability, transit planning and climate resilience. By gathering officials from every corner of Ontario, the AMO event fosters a shared understanding of provincial priorities and encourages coordinated responses to local needs.
Ford’s speech concluded the day’s formal program, after which attendees were expected to continue discussions in informal settings and breakout sessions. The gathering in Ottawa reflected the continued relevance of the AMO conference as a key venue for dialogue between the province and its municipalities, reinforcing the collaborative relationship that underpins Ontario’s public‑service framework.
The premier’s address, set against the backdrop of a province-wide municipal forum, reaffirmed the commitment of both levels of government to work together on issues that affect the daily lives of Ontarians.