The Annual General Meeting provided an opportunity to reflect on the progress made throughout eastern Ontario and to look ahead with renewed focus. Bringing together federal, provincial and municipal leaders, the meeting highlighted shared commitment to strengthening the economic vitality, municipal infrastructure, rural health care and overall quality of life for businesses and people in eastern Ontario.
Along with Bonnie Clark, Warden of Peterborough County as Chair (acclaimed), the EOWC also announced Nathan Townend, Warden of Lennox and Addington County as 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.”
EOWC represents the region’s 103 municipalities. Over the past year, the EOWC has continued to advance its strategic priorities, including economic resilience, municipal infrastructure, housing and health care.
In 2026, “the EOWC remains ready to work, and ready to grow with our partners to further these priorities,” the EOWC said in a press release. “Together, we are building a region that is prosperous, connected and prepared for the future.”
