There is a special student session taking place at the 2022 Good Roads Conference – the Emerging Municipal Leaders Forum
Good Roads, founded in 1894, is Ontario’s oldest municipal association.
This year, our Emerging Municipal Leaders Forum is examining the wave of retirements hitting Ontario’s municipalities. This is expected to last for the next decade. During this time, over 50% of municipal employees will be eligible for retirement. Municipal responsibilities drive quality of life in Ontario. Change demands qualified and competent individuals.
As part of the 2022 Good Roads Conference, students will have the opportunity to speak directly with municipal professionals about the work they do, and the type of careers municipalities offer. Panelists will share their thoughts and experiences with students interested in this type of career. Those in attendance will learn:
·        Why they should consider a career in municipal government;
·        The type of knowledge, skills, abilities/competencies, or qualifications required to work for their municipality;
·        What it takes to succeed;
·        Opportunities for growth;
·        How the industry is evolving; and
·        What to expect in this line of work.
 
The panel discussion will be followed by a networking session.
Those who register will also be granted access to all Good Roads Conference sessions throughout the week. I encourage you to share this with your students as it is a great way for them to think about their next steps after graduation and the Good Roads Conference presents a great networking opportunity. For more information and to register at the student rate, please use the following link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/emerging-municipal-leaders-forum-tickets-211827510787.