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@ROMA_Ont

5 years

Agriculture Minister @erniehardeman emphasizes the need to expand broadband and telecomunications service to rural and northern areas. It is a top concern at this conference. It is an obvious need. #RuralMatters

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Markets do not provide housing for everyone. Cheaper to invest in social housing than it is to not.

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Plow truck operators and other frontline municipal staff will work around the clock over the next few days as we make our way through this wintery weather. Don't forget to say thanks. They're missing time with loved ones to keep us safe. #municipal #ruralOntario #winter #storm

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"Broadband expansion should not be a problem for rural Ontario. Broadband expansion is the solution for rural Ontario." ROMA Chair Allan Thomson. #ROMA2020 #OnPoli

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NDP Leader @AndreaHorwath thanks municipal leaders and staff for their work, particularly now. “You’ve done your part.” Wants the Ontario government to do more; ‘investment in local service and supports for people affected by the pandemic, in broadband, LTC, paid sick days.’

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Climate change impacts on infrastructure falls on municipal budgets, says @MikeSchreiner to #ROMA2023 . Calls for repeal of Bill 23 and protection for greenbelt.

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

ROMA Chair Allan Thompson (Mayor of Caledon) provides policy driven opening remarks, emphasizing collaboration, efficient government, stable funding transfers, infrastructure investment, and broadband expansion. @Caledon_Mayor #ROMA2020

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@ROMA_Ont

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Now hearing from @LisaThompsonPC , Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. She announces the intake for the Rural Economic Development funding program is open, & encourages creative thinking for applications and out of the box ideas in rural communities.

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Green Party Leader @MikeSchreiner tells #ROMA2021 delegates there should be more support for long term care, low-wage workers and vulnerable people during the pandemic. Need affordable housing and broadband, while protecting farmland. green spaces and climate. #ROMA2021

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@ROMA_Ont

6 years

Brown promises tax cuts, lower hydro rates, and greater provincial responsibility for mental health care. Says he would close “the mental health gap.”

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@ROMA_Ont

5 years

Premier says he'll extend access to natural gas to more than 70 towns in rural and northern Ontario. Lists investments in rural transit. Says his government is listening and action. Gives change on Bill 66 as an example. Says he is committed to Green Belt. #onpoli #ruralmatters

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Start packing your bags! The countdown has begun to the 2020 ROMA Conference, starting this Sunday, January 19. Look forward to seeing you there! #ROMA2020 #opoli

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6 years

Conservative Party Leader Patrick Brown takes the stage at #ROMAspeaks . @brownbarrie says he is listening to rural Ontario and lays out his party’s platform.

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5 years

Premier @fordnation addresses a standing room only crowd at ROMA. Municipal delegates have gathered from hundreds of communuties from across #Ontario . #RuralMatters

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@ROMA_Ont

2 years

Thank you Premier Ford and Minister Steve Clark for opportunity to discuss rural perspectives on affordable housing, including rapid rural cost increases and need for full spectrum of housing options. Governments need to work together to address this Ontario-wide challenge.

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@ROMA_Ont

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Green Party Leader @MikeSchreiner addresses ROMA. Emphasizes the need to protect clean water, farmland, and the environment. “It’s not red tape.” Farms employ 800,000+ people in Ontario. Need to protect that. #RuralMatters

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

That wraps up #ROMA2020 . Thanks everyone- speakers, staff, exhibitors & participants- who made the event a success. We know many traveled great distances to be here & we hope it was valuable. Safe travels. Hope to see you again in Ottawa, Aug. 16-19 at @AMOPolicy Conference.

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Allan Thompson ( @Caledon_Mayor ) and Chief Stacey Laforme ( @RStaceyLaforme ) discuss how a meaningful relationship was built between the Town of Caledon and Mississaugas of the First Credit.

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4 years

A packed room kicks off the 2020 ROMA Conference in #Toronto with a indigenous land acknowledgement and a warm greeting from Chief Stacey Laforme, Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations. #roma2020 #onpoli

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Premier Ford @fordnation addresses #ROMA2021 delegates. Focuses on COVID response update. Flags OCIF infrastructure funding and broadband investments. "Tough times don't last. Tough people do." Encourages people to stay home and to stay safe. #ROMA2021

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@ROMA_Ont

6 years

Premier @Kathleen_Wynne begins her remarks by underscoring the need to ensure all Ontarians can succeed, no matter where they live — and that government has a role in making that possible. “Everyone should have a fair shot.” #ROMAspeaks

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@ROMA_Ont

4 months

This weekend, participants from as many as 300 municipalities across Ontario will meet in Toronto for the annual #ROMA2024 Conference. We can't wait to see everyone there.

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@ROMA_Ont

6 years

Brown says he would increase local planning authority on energy projects and repeal the Green Energy Act. #ROMASpeaks

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@ROMA_Ont

5 years

Provincial transfer of $200M to rural and small communities will help them move forward with efficiency practices such as IT solutions or shared services. Glad the province is understanding the fiscal capacity challenges of rural based communities. @AMOPolicy @housingON

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@ROMA_Ont

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Minister @LisaThompsonPC announces new intake for RED grant. States Province is starting consultations on a Rural Economic Development Strategy, that aligns with ROMA’s work. Looking at trends & economic opportunities with this work. Hosting an EcDev virtual summit in February.

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Rural Ontario has long-standing links to Ireland, and there are many communities named after places on the Emerald Isle. We wish everyone with Irish roots a happy and safe St Patrick's Day. #StPatricksDay #StPatricksDayAtHome

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@ROMA_Ont

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ROMA Chair @Caledon_Mayor Allan Thompson addresses the conference this morning with a shout out to thousands of municipal employees during COVID "working around the clock, to maintain the services that people rely on most. It has revealed their courage and commitment."

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@ROMA_Ont

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Bonnie Crombie addresses #ROMA2024 . It's her first major appearance as Ontario's Liberal Party Leader. She starts by highlighting her time on municipal council and as a mayor. Says too many poor decisions are being made, then walked back. Says "This Ford only drives in reverse."

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Mike Schreiner, Leader of @OntarioGreens , takes the stage at #ROMA2020 and thanks municipal leaders for the work they do for Ontario's communities. He calls on Ontario to be at the forefront of the battle against climate change. #onpoli

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@ROMA_Ont

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"We did not come here to take, we came here to contribute and give back," says @TareqHadhad "There is space for everyone, no one is taking from anyone," It's important to welcome newcomers to your community. They want to be involved. #TeenyTinySummit

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@ROMA_Ont

6 years

Ontario’s double hatter firefighters should be thanked for their service, not charged and fined #onpoli

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Special thanks to @Caledon_Mayor for his leadership of the ROMA Board during such a challenging time, and to Mayor Chris White as outgoing First Vice Chair. Valuable voices for a stronger rural Ontario.

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@ROMA_Ont

6 years

Brown says he would increase investment in broadband expansion, and expand in natural gas service.

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Thanks to Fed. Min. for Women and Gender Equality & Rural Economic Development @MaryamMonsef for meeting with our Board today to talk about priorities such as #broadband and #childcare . It's important to work together to get all rural Ontarians (and Canadians) online. #AMOconf20 .

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@ROMA_Ont

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AMO President @LynnDollin addresses #ROMAspeaks ; Emphasizes that municipal government delivers the public services that most people use most often, and we do it on less than 10% of a the total taxes paid by a typical Ontario household. #onpoli

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Good morning #ROMA2021 ! Pour your coffee, pull up your chair. We're about to begin.

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

This is a common concern. It’s not just small and remote municipalities. The rural areas that need attention can be within the boundaries of municipalities that are quite large, and relatively urban.

FCM

@FCM_online

4 years

FCM’s rural members say that lack of access to reliable Internet is one of their greatest challenges, especially during #COVID19 . We continue to advocate for #universalbroadband + look forward to working w/ #GOC and @MaryamMonsef to make this happen.

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Rural broadband challenges need to be addressed: On-line schools still trying to connect with students | CBC News

'It's like building a plane while you're flying it'— online schools still trying to connect with...

Three days into online education across Ontario, there are still hundreds of students in the north who can't connect to the new virtual classroom. And school boards are still trying to find out how...

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@ROMA_Ont

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Rural communities are essential to the fabric of life in Ontario. ROMA is proud be the voice of rural municipal governments. #LocalGovWeek is a great opportunity to recognize their commitment to delivering frontline services that we all depend on everyday.

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If you missed it live earlier today at #ROMA2023 , you can tune in to @TheAgenda tonight to catch up on our housing and homelessness panel discussion. It’s worth the watch.

TVO Today | The Agenda

@TheAgenda

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The housing crisis in this province looks quite different in rural Ontario than it does in urban centres. Tonight @spaikin speaks with @brianmarks70 , Justin Marchand ( @OAHSSC ), Brenda Orchard ( @LandACounty ) & @MarilynStruther at @ROMA_Ont , at 8/11pm | Producer: @VickyQiao3

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Jesse Wente takes the stage at #ROMA2023 . He speaks to the residential school system & how young women, like his own grandmother, were trained to be servants and forced to speak English. Her class photos are a sad reminder. “There weren’t many smiles at residential schools.”

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Food production in rural Ontario is key. But, there are challenges & opportunities w/ farming, including costs & succession planning w/ generational farming. One thing is clear - “You don’t get into agriculture unless you have the passion for it.”

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Rural municipal leaders across Ontario would normally be packing their bags to head to Toronto for the ROMA conference. This year, it's virtual - and more important than ever to connect on rural Ontario priorities for 2021. #ROMA2021

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

All communities in a Canada have their own unique COVID-19 challenges, needs and solutions. While urban municipalities focus on challenges like transit operation, rural communities have needs like broadband internet investment. Provincial and Federal help is needed to succeed.

FCM

@FCM_online

4 years

Any real #COVID19 recovery plan must include rural communities. Rural Canada drives nearly 1/3 of our GDP and is home to vital industries—from agriculture to manufacturing. #cdnmuni #cdnpoli #ProtectingServices

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@ROMA_Ont

2 years

Come see #ROMA Board member @PeterEmon1 at the ROMA exhibitor booth (604) at the #AMO2022 conference! @AMOPolicy @ottawacity

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Thank you local government workers. #LocalGovWeek

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@ROMA_Ont

3 months

On now at #ROMA2024 : Excellent panel discussion on the future of feeding Ontario. Times are challenging. 20% of Canadians are considered food-insecure. Food bank usage is up. Food is a core need & insecurity is driven by lack of housing, access, food cost & employment challenges.

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Across Ontario, work, school and social lives have moved online for #COVID -19. It's not so easy for rural residents with no/poor connectivity. ROMA & AMO continue to work for improved access to fast, reliable, affordable internet/cell services. #onpoli

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@ROMA_Ont

3 months

Lib leader @BonnieCrombie calls on the Ontario government to move forward on long-promised legislation that would hold elected officials accountable when they violate municipal codes of conduct, or common workplace standards. #ROMA2024

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@ROMA_Ont

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Huge thanks and standing ovation for @MarilynStruther @OAHSSC Justin Marchand, @brianmarks70 and @EOWC_ON ’s Brenda Orchard for sharing wisdom on how to approach rural housing and homelessness. Thoughtful discussion. Thank you @spaikin for moderating.

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

This Bill responds to the needs of municipalities of all sizes in every part of Ontario. The authority to conduct council meetings electronically during emergencies would support continuity of local services and minimize disruption.

Ontario Municipal Affairs

@ONmunicipal

4 years

Today, the government passed the Municipal Emergency Act, 2020 to help keep store shelves stocked and give municipalities the ability to fully conduct council, local board and committee meetings electronically during local and province-wide emergencies.

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@ROMA_Ont

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Today’s #broadband and cellular infrastructure program launch is a vital step in addressing the market gaps that have left too many rural communities behind. We appreciate @ONGov action on this important issue. @AMOPolicy @fonom_info @noma_nwo

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@ROMA_Ont

6 years

Brown says that if elected, ‘You wouldn’t have to come to ROMA again and again, asking for the same things every year.’ Says he would invest in rural infrastructure, and manage funding and projects more responsibility.

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@ROMA_Ont

3 months

Municipalities subsidize the province by almost $4 billion/year. Almost 1/3 of municipal spending is for areas that are provincial responsibility elsewhere - housing, shelters, long-term care, public health, social services. Municipal spending on homelessness grew 200% in 5 yrs.

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@ROMA_Ont

3 months

Robust discussion around the worsening homelessness crisis esp in rural areas. Investment in income support and community housing and collective will are needed to end homelessness.

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@ROMA_Ont

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. @AMOPolicy research finds that municipalities plan to invest $250-$290 billion in capital infrastructure over next 10 years - compared to $185 billion for the provincial capital plan. The burden on property taxpayers far too great.

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Normally we'd be packing our bags right now to head to the annual AMO Conference. We congratulate @AMOPolicy for pulling together a virtual conference and the largest gathering of municipal leaders since COVID began. See you there!

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@ROMA_Ont

3 months

Journalist @althiaraj spoke to how political polarization at federal level is undermining democracy. Political leaders are demonizing opponents for political expedience and in turn, are fuelling dangerous misinformation, distrust and animosity.

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@ROMA_Ont

5 years

Q17: Rural schools are closing, how will you address this? A: @LisaThompsonMPP Taking care of this means getting it right. Municipalities have lost their voice. Schools are part of our economic drivers and the economic impact needs to be part of the review.

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Jim Pine on Emergency Health Services: Improve dispatch services. Municipalities want a role. Focus on integrated care. Need access to patient records. Community paramedicine is a solution. Off-load delays need to be addressed. Care for employees. Improve patient transfers.

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@ROMA_Ont

5 years

Premier said the Province will address municipal liability, announces consultation on rising municipal insurance rates, which have cost property taxpayers millions and caused "liability chill." Read more: #ruralmatters #onpoli

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Thank you to Stacey LaForme, Chief, Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation, who provides greetings, and to ROMA Chair, Allan Thompson, who delivers an Indigenous land acknowledgement.

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@ROMA_Ont

5 years

That wraps up this year’s ROMA Conference. We appreciate that many of you have travelled great distances to be here, and we hope it was valuable. Safe travels home to the communities you serve! #RomaMatters

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Look forward to welcoming about 1,300 participants to #ROMA2020 starting Sunday. Broad range of sessions, remarks from @fordnation , key Ministers and 350+ delegation meetings with provincial officials. Now that’s how you keep Rural Ontario Moving Forward.

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@ROMA_Ont

1 year

Happening @ #ROMA2023 : #Rural healthcare is crucial for supporting the health of small communities. Panelists will discuss how #municipalities can address pressing health challenges like human resources, coordination of services, and the mental health and addictions crisis.

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@ROMA_Ont

3 months

The Minister's Forum is underway. Thank you to @jm_mcgrath , our Moderator. This is an important opportunity for almost 1,900 delegates to have frank and constructive engages with Ontario government peers, so we can all work together to serve Ontario communuties well. #ROMA2024

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@ROMA_Ont

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Marcia Wallace, CAO of Prince Edward County and @EOWC_ON member introduces a presentation about the Rural Housing Information System. This tool will support municipalities, developers, and homebuilders in the planning and development of affordable housing. @ROInstitute

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

We will be tweeting extensively throughout our 2020 ROMA AGM and Conference, and live tweeting at times. Additional policy detail will be delivered by @AMOPolicy . Video from some sessions will be posted to our YouTube channel. #Onpoli

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Thank you to @ONmunicipal Minister @SteveClarkPC for dropping into our virtual Board meeting to discuss rural priorities, including broadband, long term care, social services and housing.

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Very inspiring talk this morning at the #TeenyTinySummit proudly sponsored by @ROMA_Ont . "Becoming a refugee is the hardest and harshest experience ... it's not a life goal, it's not a choice, it's not a decision, everyone is forced to become a refugee." - @Tareqhadad

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@ROMA_Ont

2 years

#ROMA recognizes the importance of Indigenous history and culture of the land upon which we are each located. #ROMA2022

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Today’s Budget included a number of initiatives that are good news for rural Ontario. Detail to come. However, there is funding for broadband, tourism and hospitality. #ONBudget #onmuni #onpoli #2021OntarioBudget

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@ROMA_Ont

1 year

. @RobinTheMayor welcomes more than 1,500 #ROMA2023 participants from across the province to the conference.

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Broadband was a major theme coming out of #AMOConf20 . Look forward to working with Ministers @SteveClarkPC and @LaurieScottPC , other provincial officials, municipal leaders and the federal government to address broadband barriers and ensure a connected and prosperous Ontario.

Steve Clark

@SteveClarkPC

4 years

Thank you @AMOPolicy ! This concludes another successful (first ever virtual) conference. #amoconf20

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Min. of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs @erniehardeman addresses delegates. Emphasizes programs for rural Ontario and broadband investment. Provides new details on financial support for agricultural societies, who have lost revenue due to cancelled community events.

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Day 1 is a wrap! A BIG thank you to #ROMA2020 speakers, sponsors, and delegates. Back at it tommorrow. To those who are still making your way here from across Ontario, we wish you good weather and safe travels.

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@ROMA_Ont

5 years

Productive meeting today at #AMOConf19 . Pleased to welcome @SteveClarkPC and @JimWatsonOttawa to the discussion!

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

AMO and ROMA reached out to national telcos for creative solutions to improve rural connectivity during #COVID19 . The connectivity gap has never been more pressing. Working together we can create a stronger, more connected Ontario. #onpoli

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Chantal Hebert @ChantalHbert points out that the pandemic has forced broadband to the forefront of political priorities, a topic close to home for rural Ontario. It has been a top priority for ROMA for years.

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@ROMA_Ont

3 months

Lib Leader @BonnieCrombie says the Ontario government 'should do its homework, collaborate with and respect Ontario's municipal governments.' She speaks about the need to invest in infrastructure, and public services, particularly health care. #ROMA2024

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

The premier, provincial and municipal leaders are meeting for the virtual #ROMA2021 annual conference January 25-26. Reporters are asked to register in advance. Get the details and find out what's on deck for Monday:

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@ROMA_Ont

2 years

Did you know that 2.8 million people call #RuralOntario home? Are you one of them? #ROMA 's paper, 'Opportunities for Rural Ontario in a Post-COVID World' is an action plan to foster rural resilience and rethink the role of rural communities. Learn more:

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Rural broadband access is essential to the future of rural communities. ROMA Chair @Caledon_Mayor Allan Thompson speaking today at Canada's Rural & Remote Broadband Conference. #ruralbroadband #digitaldivide

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@ROMA_Ont

3 months

Lindsay Jones Policy Director for @AMOPolicy speaks to a new discussion on the provincial and municipal relationship is long overdue. Seeking support from all municipalities to urge @ONgov to commit to this review in the spring budget.

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@ROMA_Ont

6 years

Premier says they have “paused” school closures in rural areas. Solution to this challenge must include local partnerships between school boards, municipalities and other government services. #ROMAspeaks

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@ROMA_Ont

1 year

It's almost time! Municipal officials from across rural Ontario will gather this Sunday in Toronto for #ROMA2023 . The Premier will address municipalities for the first time since August and the fall legislative session. Learn more:

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@ROMA_Ont

3 months

Minister of Ag., Food & Rural Affairs @LisaThompsonPC talks about Rural EcDev funding program. Since 2019, $21.6 million has been invested in 380 projects. Says that small, rural towns & community economic development are crucial to our overall prosperity.

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@ROMA_Ont

5 years

Q20. ROMA Chair Allan Thompson targets the elephant in the room this week: rural and northern broadband coverage. Will Ontario make broadband an essential service? #RomaMatters #OnPoli A20. Minister says, ‘help is on the way very soon’ and they understand the need. @Caledon_Mayor

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Incoming ROMA Chair @RobinTheMayor expresses appreciation for commitment and support of government partners, looks ahead to priorities for 2021 - recovery, broadband and more. #ROMA2021

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@ROMA_Ont

2 years

Chief @perrybellegarde in conversation with @namshine : Embrace and build a relationship with local First Nations community; will bode well for the educational system, economic system, health care system, because we all have to work together to build a brighter future #ROMA2022

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ROMA

@ROMA_Ont

4 years

Great news! Municipal governments have been a driving force on broadband for years. Working together we can create a stronger, more connected Ontario.

EORN_CA

@EORN_CA

4 years

Connectivity is critical for our rural communities. We’re pleased to launch our first RFP to build new cell infrastructure in areas where people live, work and travel. #onpoli @LaurieScottPC @MaryamMonsef @EOWC_ON @EOMayors #onpoli

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@ROMA_Ont

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Local roads & bridges are a lifeline connecting rural communities & economies. Municipalities own much of Ontario’s public #infrastructure & it's aging. We welcome federal & provincial commitment to invest in Rural & Northern infrastructure through the Investing in Canada Plan.

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@ROMA_Ont

3 months

#ROMA2024 welcomed 1,900 municipal delegates & 85 exhibitors! Thank you to our attendees. We hope you left feeling inspired by new ideas & innovative solutions to the challenges we are all up against. Take a moment to watch Chair @RobinTheMayor 's recap:

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

As we enter 2021, and the next phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, rural municipal officials and provincial leaders will gather virtually for the ROMA's annual conference from Monday, January 25 to Tuesday January 26. #ROMA2021 Learn more:

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@ROMA_Ont

5 years

Green Party would improve funding for rural hospitals and schools, says @MikeSchreiner . It would maintain OMPF funding, to keep property taxes affordable. He would work closely with indigenous communities. He commits to “climate action.” Calls on others to do the same.

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@ROMA_Ont

4 years

. @EOWC_ON Chair, @MayorAndyLetham makes the case for broadband investment in the federal Throne Speech. ROMA agrees completely and we have been pushing for #Broadband investment for rural prosperity for years. Let’s make 2020 the year it happens. #cdnpoli #onpoli

EORN_CA

@EORN_CA

4 years

Tomorrow’s Throne Speech will chart a course for Canada’s economic recovery. The plan needs to include major investment in broadband service. @EOWC_ON Chair @MayorAndyLetham explains. #cdnpoli #onpoli @kawarthalakes

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@ROMA_Ont

5 years

Fred Dean disappoints the crowd for the first time ever, by announcing that this is his last Question Box Panel after MANY years. He received a standing ovation and a gift from ROMA. Thanks Fred! Big shoes to fill. #RuralMatters

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@ROMA_Ont

5 years

Rural #broadband was a hot topic of discussion at the 2019 ROMA Conference. Rural communities need access to fast, reliable and affordable broadband to participate in the digital economy. #RuralMatters

Karen Davidson

@karen4growers

5 years

The feds published the mandate letter today for @BernJordanMP new minister for Rural Economic Development. High-speed broadband is near top of the to-do list. @growernews #RuralMatters

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@ROMA_Ont

3 years

Even if we can't be together in person, #ROMA2021 will connect rural municipal leaders and provincial decision makers on your priorities - COVID-19, local recovery, flooding, broadband, paramedics, policing, and so much more.

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@ROMA_Ont

1 year

Premier @fordnation takes the stage at the #ROMA2023 Conference. He starts by thanking municipal leaders for their service to communities and the province as a whole.

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