Town Representatives Advocate for Local Priorities at ROMA 2026

Representatives from the Town of Saugeen Shores are currently in Toronto, attending the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference from January 18-20. The ROMA Conference offers an opportunity for Ontario’s rural leaders to discuss local priorities and develop solutions to rural challenges. 

In addition to the conference program, municipal staff and officials have the opportunity to participate in municipal delegation meetings with provincial ministries. Since arriving, Saugeen Shores Mayor Luke Charbonneau, Councillor Dave Myette, Chief Administrative Officer Kara Van Myall and Manager of Strategic Initiatives Jill Roote have presented to three provincial ministries, advocating for the needs of Saugeen Shores. 

“Meeting with provincial ministries allows us to build partnerships that will benefit Saugeen Shores taxpayers,” said Mayor Luke Charbonneau. “By bringing our local priorities to the table, we’re working to make life better and build a strong, healthy and well‑supported community.” 

Advocacy Implementation is a Major Initiative for the Office of the CAO in the 2026 Saugeen Shores Business Plan. 

ROMA is the rural voice of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO). 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.