Town of Caledon advances key priorities at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference

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CALEDON, ON (August 19, 2026) - Mayor Annette Groves led a delegation of Councillors and senior staff to advocate for Caledon’s key priorities at the 2026 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference in Ottawa. The Caledon delegation attended meetings with government officials including cabinet ministers, opposition party leaders, and municipal partners, withdiscussions focused on greater collaboration through funding support, the advancement of key infrastructure projects, and a commitment to balance shared priorities with public health and safety. 

“The AMO Conference is an important platform for us to advocate for the Town’s priorities and to ensure Caledon’s voice is heard on the provincial stage,” said Mayor Annette Groves, Town of Caledon. “As one of Ontario's fastest-growing communities in the GTHA, our focus remains on building on the strength of Caledon’spartnerships with the Province to help us deliver on the needs of our residents, from housing and healthcare to energy, transit andaffordablehousing.”  

Key topics discussed include: 

  • Strengthening collaboration with the Province to support sustainable development  

  • Strategic investments that support road safety and community well-being 

  • Establishing a funding solution to ensure the transition of Peel public works services to Caledon does not negatively impact Caledon’s tax base 

  • Advancing the Caledon-Vaughan Go Line with service to Caledon before 2041 

  • Upgrading the local energy grid to ensure capacity keeps pace with local needs 

  • Acceleratingbroadband access to ensure all residents have reliable connectivity 

“Strong provincial partnerships are critical to advancing Caledon’s priorities and delivering to our community,” said Nathan Hyde, Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Caledon. “At AMO, we brought forward clear priorities and practical solutions. Our focus is on securing the investments and commitments needed to protect taxpayers, strengthen our infrastructure and deliver the services residents rely on.” 

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Media contact: 
Communications  
905-584-2272 | communications@caledon.ca  
www.caledon.ca | @TownofCaledon  

About Caledon 
Caledon is home to close to 80,000 residents and 4,000 businesses and is well-known for its natural attractions, rural charm and vital role in the economic engine of the Greater Toronto Area. It will soon be one of Ontario’s fastest growing communities as it prepares to become a city of 300,000 residents and 125,000 jobs by 2051. Under its current strategic plan, Caledon’s priorities remain environmental leadership, community vitality and livability, enhanced transportation and mobility, and service excellence and accountability. For more information, visit Caledon.ca or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Bluesky and X (formerly Twitter).