Partnerships
OMAA Partnerships
Partner With OMAA and Connect With Ontario’s Municipal Leaders
Becoming an OMAA corporate partner or event sponsor opens the door to meaningful engagement with senior municipal executives from across Ontario. Our partners gain direct visibility with CAOs and senior leaders, opportunities to share thought leadership, and access to a trusted network committed to strengthening municipal management. Whether through annual partnerships or sponsorship of our signature events, your organization can build relationships, showcase expertise, and support the professional community that drives municipal innovation and service excellence. Contact us to shape the future of local government in Ontario.
It takes a Village....
to support Ontario CAOs and Aspiring CAOs! OMAA is proud to acknowledge partnerships with the following associations:
Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO)
AMO works to make municipal governments stronger and more effective. AMO supports and enhances strong and effective municipal government in Ontario. It promotes the value of the municipal level of government as a vital and essential component of Ontario and Canada's political system.
Of particular importance is the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between AMO and the Province. The MOU provides the opportunity for municipal input and reaction to provincial policy ideas (pre-consultation) so that they are fully informed as part of any provincial policy making process.
OMAA and AMO work collaboratively on advocacy, annual student bursary, workforce development, and the Mayor-CAO Webinar series.
Applaud
Applaud - People in Public Service is a free membership association exclusive to those who are currently working or retired from public service in Ontario, including the Ontario Public Service (OPS), the Broader Public Sector (BPS) and Municipalities. It supports, educates, connects, and rewards members through high-quality programs and services, including:
- Exclusive discounts on insurance, travel, entertainment, and financial services, and more
- Enriching workshops and webinars on financial literacy, career development, and wellness, and more
Feed Ontario
From securing fresh and healthy food sources, to driving change through policy research and innovative programming, Feed Ontario unites food banks, industry partners, and local communities in our work to end hunger and poverty.
Join us as we Feed Ontario and help build a healthier province. Every $1 raised provides 2 meals to an Ontarian in need.
Feed Ontario is OMAA's official charity of choice.
The Municipal Engineers Association (MEA)
The Municipal Engineers Association (MEA) is an association of public sector Professional Engineers in the full-time employment of Ontario municipalities performing the various functions that comprise the field of municipal engineering. EITs employed by municipalities, Professional Engineers employed by a branch of the Federal/Provincial Governments or related municipal organizations and Consultants acting as the engineer-of-record on behalf of a municipality are also eligible for Associate membership.
OMAA and MEA work collaboratively on workforce development and educational content.
Municipal Finance Officers' Association of Ontario (MFOA)
MFOA represents individuals who are responsible for handling the financial affairs of municipalities and who are key advisors to councils on matters of finance policy. MFOA promotes the interests of our members in carrying out their statutory and other financial responsibilities through advocacy, information sharing, networking opportunities, and through the promotion of fiscal sustainability.
OMAA and MFOA work collaboratively on advocacy, workforce development, and services related to our workshop delivery.
Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association (OMHRA)
The Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association (OMHRA) is recognized as Ontario’s leading association representing professionals involved in human resource management within the province’s municipalities, as well as local public sector boards and commissions. Our membership is comprised of human resource leaders from every region of Ontario, serving urban, rural, and remote communities.
OMAA and OMHRA work collaboratively on advocacy, workforce development, and the CAO Hiring Guide publication.
Ontario Municipal Social Services Association (OMSSA)
The Ontario Municipal Social Services Association (OMSSA) is a non-profit association whose members are Ontario’s Consolidated Municipal Service Managers (CMSMs) and District Social Services Administration Boards (DSSABs). OMSSA envisions inclusive, thriving communities where everyone can access the supports they need, and where human services are recognized as essential infrastructure for community safety, well-being, and economic resilience.
OMAA and OMSSA work collaboratively on advocacy, communications, and events.
With Perkopolis, you can save more on everything from clothes and groceries, to events and travel. This perks program is free for you, so get ready to enjoy members-only offers.
To register simply go to perkopolis.com and enter your email address. You will then receive a link to complete your registration with your member ID code (OMAA + your member ID#), ex: OMAA1201.
The Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) is the rural voice of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO). The Association is an integral part of AMO and a number of its Executive Members serve on the AMO Board of Directors. Policy, research and advocacy activities are undertaken by ROMA through AMO. ROMA represents rural communities through its policy and advocacy. ROMA is committed to promoting, supporting and enhancing strong and effective rural governments and socially and economically sustainable rural communities, today and into the future.
ROMA supports the rural bursary that is part of the annual the Maureen McCauley Bursary program. The partnership between ROMA and OMAA, demonstrating their shared commitment to education and community development.
Schulich School of Business at York University
Global, innovative and diverse, the Schulich School of Business is rated among the world’s leading business schools. Schulich has achieved its status as Canada’s preeminent business school by being ahead of the curve, anticipating new and developing trends in business.
OMAA and Schulich partner to deliver the CAO Leadership Program. This dynamic 5-day program cover trending topics in the industry such as political acuity, leadership, digital transformation, and data analysis. Upon completion, participants are set up to thrive in their CAO roles or move up the career ladder to more senior positions.