Challenges facing local democracy in 2026

MW Shares by Municipal World

Sep 2, 2026Government & Organizations

Kate Graham, an award-winning educator and author, and Melanie Pilon, mayor of Wawa, Ont., join us to examine the challenges facing local democracy, including declining interest in running for municipal office in some co...

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