Good governance isn't theatre. If council feels boring, that usually means the rules are being followed and the work is getting done. That’s what you elect us for! Thanks to everyone who stays engaged. You make our democracy what it is. #localgovernance #makegovernanceboringagain #boringisgood

Had a great time at the Western Local Government Program Alumni Conference. The theme — “Less Red Tape, More Duct Tape” — highlighted the cracks showing in long-standing policies and how municipalities are adapting while we work toward lasting solutions.
#westernuniversity
#onpoli

Last October, I attended the first AMO Healthy Democracy Project — now, they’re offering a free seminar series for the public! 🎉

If you’ve ever considered running for local office, sign up! Our communities need candidates.

www.amo.on.ca/amos-healthy...

#ONmunicipalelections

When we had a full gallery waiting to hear a motion against #strongmayor powers at the end of a lengthy agenda. Cr. Michelle Graham suggested we skip forward to it out of consideration for those waiting. This was an opinion shared before council declined to accommodate. 👀
#onpoli

Cold weather, warm feelings! Mastering Community is a great book to start on a snowy Monday. ☕️
#bookrecommendations
#nonfiction
#currentlyreading

@theresalubowitz.bsky.social , will you send me a message? I don't want to sign up in the bad place!

Today, with 40 other councillors from across Ontario, I ask that the 15 mayors requesting the use of the notwithstanding clause to bypass the charter rights of homeless Ontarians rescind their letter to Premier Doug Ford. We need evidence-based solutions to homelessness that respect human rights.