The Annual General Meeting was a chance to look back on the achievements in eastern Ontario and to set new goals. By bringing together leaders from federal, provincial, and municipal levels, the meeting emphasized a common goal of enhancing economic strength, municipal infrastructure, rural health care, and improving life quality for businesses and residents in eastern Ontario.
Bonnie Clark, Warden of Peterborough County, was acclaimed as Chair, while Nathan Townend, Warden of Lennox and Addington County, was named Vice-Chair for 2026.
“I am honoured to continue to serve as Chair of the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus,” said Clark. “Over the past year, we made meaningful progress, and I look forward to building on that momentum in 2026. By working together with our municipal, provincial and federal partners, we will keep advocating for priorities that matter most to eastern Ontario’s rural and small-urban communities.”
The EOWC represents 103 municipalities across the region. In the past year, they have been working on strategic goals like economic resilience, municipal infrastructure improvements, housing initiatives and health care access.
In 2026, “the EOWC remains ready to work, and ready to grow with our partners to further these priorities,” stated the EOWC in a press release. “Together, we are building a region that is prosperous, connected and prepared for the future.”
