Strong Mayor Powers
As of May 1, 2025, the Ontario government has expanded strong mayor powers to an additional 169 municipalities, including the Township of Adjala-Tosorontio. Strong mayor powers provide resources to the heads of council to accelerate the implementation of provincial priorities including housing, transit, roads, utilities and servicing.
The Mayor is required to exercise these special powers in writing, give notice to the Clerk, and make them available to the public, subject to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Mayoral decisions and directives are available for viewing in the table below.
Mayoral Powers and Duties under the Municipal Act, 2001 |
The Mayor has special powers and duties under Part VI.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001 and associated regulations O. Reg. 530/22 and O. Reg. 580/22. This include powers to:
*The Mayor may choose to delegate these specific powers and duties. Visit the Government of Ontario's website to learn more about Strong Mayor Powers. |
Mayoral Decisions made pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001
The chart below shows Mayoral Decisions made pursuant to Part VI.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001.
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Mayoral Directives to Municipal Employees
The chart below shows Mayoral Directives to Municipal Employees made pursuant to Section 284.3 of the Municipal Act, 2001.
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