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Consultation has concluded
Aspiring municipal politicians can get a sense of what life is like on Council by attending a free workshop hosted by the municipalities of Haliburton County.
When: Tuesday, April 26, 2022 @ 6:30 p.m.
Where: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 129, 719 Mountain St., Haliburton, or virtually via Zoom webinar. If you wish to participate virtually please click here to register for the livestream
Who Should Attend:
Potential candidates
Spouse or partner
Anyone interested in learning more about local government
This workshop will give you an understanding of Council’s roles and responsibilities. It will also explain how duties and responsibilities of public office will impact your life. Make sure to bring your questions.
Speaker: Fred Dean is retired from law practice and works exclusively for municipalities across Ontario and municipal associations. He works with elected officials and senior staff giving them tools to make effective decisions on behalf of their communities. He has been training members of council and heads of council since 2002.
Hosted by Township of Algonquin Highlands, Municipalities of Highlands East and, Dysart et al and the Township of Minden Hills
Aspiring municipal politicians can get a sense of what life is like on Council by attending a free workshop hosted by the municipalities of Haliburton County.
When: Tuesday, April 26, 2022 @ 6:30 p.m.
Where: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 129, 719 Mountain St., Haliburton, or virtually via Zoom webinar. If you wish to participate virtually please click here to register for the livestream
Who Should Attend:
Potential candidates
Spouse or partner
Anyone interested in learning more about local government
This workshop will give you an understanding of Council’s roles and responsibilities. It will also explain how duties and responsibilities of public office will impact your life. Make sure to bring your questions.
Speaker: Fred Dean is retired from law practice and works exclusively for municipalities across Ontario and municipal associations. He works with elected officials and senior staff giving them tools to make effective decisions on behalf of their communities. He has been training members of council and heads of council since 2002.
Hosted by Township of Algonquin Highlands, Municipalities of Highlands East and, Dysart et al and the Township of Minden Hills