The province proposes expanding strong mayor powers to the heads of councils in another 169 municipalities.

This would include St. Thomas, Aylmer, the Municipality of Central Elgin and the Township of Malahide.

The intent is to streamline local governance and help ensure municipalities have the necessary tools to reduce obstacles hindering new housing and infrastructure development.

In a media release, Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, stressed, “Heads of Council are key partners in our efforts to build homes and infrastructure across the province.