Bill 23City of Ottawa
Strong Mayors Act Expansion
The biggest change to Ontario municipal-planning powers since 1998. Criticized by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) for centralizing planning decisions in the province.
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Royal AssentQuick learn
Expands the Strong Mayors framework introduced in 2022 to more Ontario municipalities. A strong mayor can override certain council votes, set the municipal budget without a majority, and direct staff in ways a regular mayor cannot. Criticized by AMO for concentrating local authority.
Issues this bill touches
- Housing
Expands the Strong Mayors framework. Mayors of designated municipalities can override certain council votes and set the budget.
Legislative history
- Introduced
Tabled in the originating chamber by the sponsor.
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Approved by both chambers and granted royal assent; now law.
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Official source
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