| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2024_Federal_Budget.aspx | MFOA's Summary of the 2024 Federal Budget | 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | If you have any issues accessing the federal budget summary please email christine@mfoa.on.ca |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Women_in_Municipal_Finance_Series.aspx | Women in Municipal Finance Series | 4/3/2024 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | For 2024, MFOA is celebrating the trailblazers and resilient women in Ontario's municipal finance sector with monthly articles featuring the industry's leaders and up-and-coming professionals. Check back every month through this webpage, our e-Newsle |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2024_Provincial_Budget.aspx | 2024 Provincial Budget - Municipal Implications | 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On March 26, 2024, the 2024 provincial budget was released. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Express_and_Bare_Trusts.aspx | Express and Bare Trusts | 3/1/2024 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has submitted a letter on the new reporting requirements for express and bare trusts. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Deflator_Tables.aspx | Deflator Tables | 2/28/2024 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Deflator tables taking into account this past year's inflation are now ready. These will allow you to approximate costs when accounting for older capital assets. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2024_Prebudget_Submission.aspx | 2024 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission | 1/23/2024 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA’s recommendations focus on the importance of the provincial-municipal partnership; a partnership that recognizes municipalities as the main driver of essential services and subject matter experts on how to improve efficiencies and operations to |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2023_federal_FES.aspx | 2023 Federal Fall Economic Statement | 11/21/2023 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On November 21, 2023, the federal Fall Economic Statement was released. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/bill23_tracking_sheet.aspx | Bill 23 Municipal Tracking Sheet | 11/15/2023 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | A top question for municipal finance professionals is how to quantify the changes to DC and CBC revenue since the introduction of Bill 23. MFOA has developed a spreadsheet to assist municipalities with this work. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Housing_Hub.aspx | MFOA's Housing Hub | 10/27/2023 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | This page will be updated with MFOA's resources related to housing issues. Recently added: MFOA's submission on Bill 134, Affordable Homes and Good Jobs Act, 2023. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/rrf_case_studies.aspx | Reserves and Reserve Funds: Case Studies | 3/31/2023 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has developed three case studies studying the journey and use of reserves and reserve funds in Ontario municipalities. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2023_federal_budget.aspx | MFOA's Summary of the 2023 Federal Budget | 3/28/2023 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | If you have any issues accessing the federal budget summary please email christine@mfoa.on.ca |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2023_Provincial_Budget.aspx | 2023 Provincial Budget - Municipal Implications | 3/23/2023 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On March 23, 2023, the 2023 provincial budget was released. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2023_Prebudget_Submission.aspx | 2023 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission | 2/2/2023 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA’s recommendations highlight the importance of the provincial-municipal relationship, which is critical to the wellbeing of Ontarians and maintains the essential services that citizens and businesses rely on. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/ARO_Case_Studies.aspx | PSAB Asset Retirement Obligation Standard - Resources | 7/26/2022 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | This page will be updated with resources related to the PSAB Asset Retirement Obligation Standard. New: MFOA's ARO Case Study |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2022_Provincial_Budget_Municipal_Implications.aspx | 2022 Provincial Budget - Municipal Implications | 4/28/2022 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On April 28, 2022, the 2022 provincial budget was released. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2022_Federal_Budget.aspx | MFOA's Summary of the 2022 Federal Budget | 4/7/2022 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | If you have any issues accessing the federal budget summary please email christine@mfoa.on.ca |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2022_Provincial_Prebudget_Submission.aspx | 2022 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission | 2/2/2022 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA’s recommendations are based on how the Province can further support municipal fiscal health and promote collaboration between governments. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MMAH_Inventory_Required_Municipal_Reports.aspx | Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing's Inventory of Required Municipal Reports | 1/21/2022 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MMAH has worked closely with ministry partners to update and validate changes made to the 2019 inventory with the goal of identifying further reporting reductions and producing a snapshot of municipal reporting requirements across government. The pro |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/municipal_reserves_reserve_funds_ontario.aspx | Municipal Reserves and Reserve Funds in Ontario | 1/6/2022 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has created a review of reserves and reserve funds held by Ontario municipalities and their intended use and purpose. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Debt_Service_Charges_Forecasting_Tool.aspx | Debt Service Charges Forecasting Tool and Tip Sheet | 12/16/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | As part of the Municipal Debt Project, MFOA has developed a spreadsheet and tip sheet to help estimate future debt service charges of multiple serial and amortizer debentures. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/OMERS_Letter_of_Support.aspx | OMERS Letter of Support | 12/6/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has written a letter in support of the position statement issued by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario and Municipal Employer Pension Centre Ontario. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Municipal_Finance_Orientation_Package_Updated_Edition.aspx | Municipal Finance Orientation Package - Updated Edition | 12/1/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Are you or someone in your office new to the field? Look no further! The Orientation Package provides a crash course on municipal functions and important relevant organizations. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Response_to_Proposed_PS3251.aspx | MFOA’s Response to Proposed Section PS 3251 | 11/8/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | PSAB's Exposure Draft on Employee Benefits, Proposed Section PS 3251 outlines the first of several phases of PSAB’s revised employee benefits standard. Proposed Section PS 3251 would replace existing sections PS 3250 and PS 3255. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2021_Fall_Economic_Statement.aspx | 2021 Fall Economic Statement - Municipal Implications | 11/4/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On November 4, 2021, the provincial Fall Economic Statement was released. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/municipal_debt.aspx | Municipal Debt Report Series | 10/20/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | This report series is part of the Municipal Debt Project, which was initiated as a response to questions from MFOA members regarding good practices around the use of debt, and recommended analytics to support decision-making around debt financing. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Response_to_NIA.aspx | MFOA's Response to the National Infrastructure Assessment | 7/6/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's has submitted a response to Infrastructure Canada's National Infrastructure Assessment. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/PSAB_Concepts_Underlying_Financial_Reporting.aspx | PSAB Concepts Underlying Financial Reporting - Resources | 5/7/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has submitted comments to PSAB on their latest exposure drafts on the Conceptual Framework and Proposed Section PS 1202, Financial Statement Presentation |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/s357.aspx | MFOA Receives Clarification on s. 357(1)(d) of the Municipal Act, 2001 | 4/26/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has received clarification from the Ministry of Finance on s. 357(1)(d) of the Municipal Act, 2001 and s. 323(1)(d) of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Summary_of_the_2021_Federal_Budget.aspx | MFOA's Summary of the 2021 Federal Budget | 4/19/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | If you have any issues accessing the federal budget summary please email christine@mfoa.on.ca |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2021_Provincial_Budget_Municipal_Implications.aspx | 2021 Provincial Budget - Municipal Implications | 3/24/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On March 24, 2021, the 2021 provincial budget was released. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Advocates_One_Year_AM_Extension.aspx | MFOA Advocates for a One Year Extension of AM Deadlines | 2/16/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's has submitted a letter to MOI requesting a one-year extension of deadlines in O. Reg. 588/17: Asset Management Planning for Municipal Infrastructure under the Infrastructure for Jobs and Prosperity Act, 2015 |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/COVID19.aspx | MFOA Response to COVID-19 and Resources for Municipalities | 2/16/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Visit this page for the latest COVID-19 updates in relation to MFOA operations, as well as useful resources for your municipal operations. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2021_Provincial_Prebudget_Submission.aspx | 2021 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission | 2/11/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA’s recommendations are based on how the Province can further support municipal fiscal health and promote collaboration between governments. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/PSAB_Review_Employment_Benefits.aspx | PSAB Review of Employment Benefits - Implications for Municipal Employers | 1/27/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) is currently considering changes to employment benefits that could negatively impact municipal employers. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Responds_CD_Howes_2020_Municipal_Scorecard.aspx | MFOA Responds to C. D. Howe's 2020 Municipal Scorecard | 1/21/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA released the paper "Fixated on a tree, Missing the Forest" in response to the C.D. Howe Institute's latest publication “Time for an Upgrade: Fiscal Accountability in Canada’s Cities, 2020”. The purpose of this response is to review these recomme |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Comments_on_2020_Provincial_Budget_Changes_to_the_Property_Tax_Regime.aspx | MFOA Comments on 2020 Provincial Budget Changes to the Property Tax Regime | 1/14/2021 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has submitted comments to the Ministry of Finance outlining concerns with the reduction of the Business Education Tax (BET) rate to 0.88% in 2021; and the creation of a new optional small business property subclass. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2020_Federal_Fall_Economic_Statement.aspx | 2020 Federal Fall Economic Statement Summary | 11/30/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On November 30, 2020, the federal Fall Economic Statement was released. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Letter_on_Water_Wastewater_DCs.aspx | MFOA Letter on the Consequences of Eliminating Water/Wastewater DCs | 11/12/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has submitted a letter to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing on the topics of Water/Wastewater Development Charges. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2020_Provincial_Budget_Municipal_Implications.aspx | 2020 Provincial Budget - Municipal Implications | 11/5/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On November 5, 2020, the 2020 provincial budget was released. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Bill108_More_Homes_More_Choice_Act.aspx | MFOA's Hub for Bill 108, More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019 | 11/3/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On May 2, 2019, the Government of Ontario introduced Bill 108, More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019. The Bill aims to address housing supply in Ontario and amends a number of Acts including the Development Charges Act, 1997 and the Planning Act, 1990. V |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2020_Fall_Provincial_Prebudget_Submission.aspx | 2020 Fall Provincial Pre-Budget Submission | 10/15/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA recommends that the Province adheres to the following principles for the 2020 budget: strengthening partnerships, supporting vital services for Ontarians, and information sharing. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Primer_Reserves_Reserve_Funds.aspx | A Primer on Reserves and Reserve Funds | 10/6/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | How do reserves and reserve funds work? This is an infographic to answer your questions! |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Open_Letter_to_Premier_Ford.aspx | MFOA's Open Letter to Premier Ford on Pandemic Response | 9/1/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's President Trevor Pinn has submitted an open letter to Premier Ford on the Province's efforts on the COVID-19 pandemic response. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/PS3410.aspx | PS 3410 Government Transfers - Cheat Sheet | 8/24/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | This Section establishes standards on how to account for and report government transfers to individuals, organizations and other governments from both a transferring government and a recipient government perspective. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Financial_Implications_of_COVID19.aspx | Financial Implications of COVID-19 | 8/11/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Our first and second report on the financial implications of the COVID-19 pandemic for municipalities and recommendations for support from other orders of government. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2020_Reassessment_Hub.aspx | 2020 Reassessment Hub | 4/2/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA, in partnership with the Municipal Tax Experts (MTE), are providing our members with various resources to help the strategic CFO prepare for the 2020 reassessment and its implications. This Hub page will be regularly updated with new resources. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2020_Provincial_Fiscal_Update.aspx | 2020 Provincial Economic and Fiscal Update - Municipal Implications | 3/27/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The 2020 Provincial budget has been deferred to Fall 2020. Instead, Minister Rod Phillips has released an economic and fiscal update. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2019_Fall_Economic_Statement.aspx | MFOA's Summary of the 2019 Fall Economic Statement | 2/26/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On November 6, 2019, the provincial Fall Economic Statement was released. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/OMPF.aspx | Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund | 2/3/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The Provincial Government is currently reviewing the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund. This page will continue to be updated on news related to the OMPF. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2020_Provincial_Prebudget_Submission.aspx | 2020 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission | 1/17/2020 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA recommends that the Province adheres to the following principles for the 2020 budget: strengthening partnerships, supporting vital services for Ontarians, and information sharing. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/SAMP_Municipal_World_June_2019.aspx | Strategic Asset Management Policies (Municipal World - June 2019) | 6/5/2019 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Read Municipal World's June 2019 issue to learn about the importance of strategic asset management policies. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/New_ARB_Rules_Of_Practice_And_Procedure.aspx | New ARB Rules of Practice and Procedure - Municipal Impacts | 6/5/2019 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The Assessment Review Board has made changes to their Rules of Practice and Procedure. Changes are effective as of April 1, 2017. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/AMResources.aspx | Asset Management Resources | 6/3/2019 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | In partnership with Asset Management Ontario, the Asset Management Resources webpage is a central source for important documents, videos, and policies related to asset management. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Changes_to_Construction_Act.aspx | Preparing for Changes to the Construction Act (2019) | 5/2/2019 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Significant changes are coming to the Construction Act in October 2019. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2019_Provincial_Budget_Municipal_Implications.aspx | 2019 Provincial Budget - Municipal Implications & Analysis | 4/23/2019 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | To support members navigate through the changing landscape, MFOA is increasing the depth and breadth of its analysis for municipalities, along with engagement opportunities with members about the budget. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/cra_letter_expense_allowance.aspx | Letter from the CRA on Expense Deductions for Municipal Officers | 4/1/2019 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Letter from the CRA on the matter of expense allowance for municipal officers. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Summary_of_the_2019_Federal_Budget.aspx | MFOA's Summary of the 2019 Federal Budget | 3/19/2019 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | If you have any issues accessing the budget summary please email shira@mfoa.on.ca or christine@mfoa.on.ca |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2019_Provincial_Prebudget_Submission.aspx | 2019 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission | 2/7/2019 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA recommends that the Province adheres to the following principles for the 2019 budget: strengthening partnerships, consideration for unintended consequences, and information sharing. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/ITC_on_nontraditional_pension_plans.aspx | MFOA and AMO Response to PSAB's ITC on Employment Benefits: Non-Traditional Pension Plans | 2/1/2019 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA and AMO's response to PSAB's ITC on Employment Benefits: Non-Traditional Pension Plans focuses on the relationship between OMERS and its participating Ontario municipalities. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Response_to_HSAP.aspx | MFOA's Technical Response to the Housing Supply Action Plan | 2/1/2019 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's technical response to the consultation for the Housing Supply Action Plan. The response dispels myths around development charges and explains how DCs benefit communities. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/who_pays_for_growth.aspx | Who Pays for Growth? | 1/30/2019 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | To help dispel myths surrounding development charges, MFOA has produced an infographic "Who Pays for Growth?" |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2018_Fall_Economic_Statement.aspx | MFOA's Summary and Analysis of 2018 Fall Economic Statement and Bill 57 | 1/4/2019 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On November 15, 2018, the provincial Fall Economic Statement was released. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Submission_OMERS_CPR.aspx | MFOA's Submission on the OMERS Comprehensive Plan Review | 11/14/2018 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has submitted comments to the OMERS Sponsor Corporation Board of Directors on the proposed changes to the OMERS Plan. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/transforming_the_treasurer.aspx | Transforming the Treasurer: From Finance Operator to Catalyst for Change | 8/28/2018 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Read our overview of the evolving role of the Treasurer. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Strategic_Asset_Management_Policy_Toolkit.aspx | MFOA Strategic Asset Management Policies Toolkit | 7/24/2018 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's Strategic Asset Management Policy Toolkit is now available |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/AM_COP_Case_Studies.aspx | Asset Management Communities of Practice Case Studies | 7/3/2018 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The case studies of Perth County and AMOntario present the story of utilizing communities of practice to further asset management within one’s own municipality. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/AM_SAT.aspx | AM SAT | 5/31/2018 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The SAT and Maturity Framework is now available to all Ontario municipalities. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Asset_Management_Communities_of_Practice_Guide.aspx | Asset Management Communities of Practice Guide | 5/8/2018 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The Guide is intended to assist municipal staff in developing and maintaining their own communities of practice to best meet their needs. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2018_Provincial_Budget_Municipal_Implications.aspx | 2018 Provincial Budget - Municipal Implications | 3/28/2018 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's summary of Ontario's 2018 Provincial Budget. If you have difficulty accessing the document please email policy@mfoa.on.ca |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Summary_of_the_2018_Federal_Budget.aspx | MFOA's Summary of the 2018 Federal Budget | 2/27/2018 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | If you have any issues accessing the budget summary please email colin@mfoa.on.ca or christine@mfoa.on.ca |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/AMP_For_Municipal_Infrastructure.aspx | O. Reg. 588/17: Asset Management Planning for Municipal Infrastructure | 1/2/2018 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | O. Reg. 588/17: Asset Management Planning for Municipal Infrastructure was released on December 27, 2017. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Municipal_Implications_of_Bill_148.aspx | Municipal Implications of Bill 148 | 11/30/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Bill 148 has received Royal Assent. The bill includes many municipal implications that include changes to budgeting, record keeping, staff wages, and more. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Accounting_Standards_Effective_Jan_1_2018.aspx | Accounting Standards Effective January 1, 2018 | 11/27/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | New PSAB accounting standards are in effect as of January 1, 2018. MFOA has compiled a list of the standards as well as resources to help you get ready. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2017_Fall_Economic_Statement_and_Bill_177.aspx | 2017 Fall Economic Statement and Bill 177 | 11/17/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On November 14, 2017, the provincial Fall Economic Statement was released and Bill 177 passed first reading. Both carry municipal implications. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Response_to_Proposed_Prudent_Investor_and_Legal_List_Amendments.aspx | MFOA's Response to Proposed Prudent Investor and Legal List Amendments | 11/9/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has submitted its response to the proposed Prudent Investor Standard Regulation. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Cap_and_trade_discussion_paper.aspx | Cap and Trade Discussion Paper | 10/11/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has created a discussion paper on the impact of cap and trade in Ontario for municipalities. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Fall_2017_Policy_Update.aspx | MFOA's Fall 2017 Policy Update | 9/8/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Interested in what is coming in the pipeline for Ontario legislature in Fall 2017? Look no further! |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2017_Policy_Survey.aspx | 2017 Policy Survey Results | 7/31/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has completed its 2017 Policy Survey. These findings provide staff with information to help guide future policy direction. Learn more about what our members said. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Response_to_ARO_Exposure_Draft.aspx | MFOA's Response to ARO Exposure Draft | 6/20/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's response to PSAB's Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) Exposure Draft. The proposed PS 3280 will address the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of legal obligations associated with retirement of TCAs. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Submission_DC_Exemption_Second_Unit_Homes.aspx | MFOA's Submission on DC Exemption for Second Units in New Homes | 6/16/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's submission to the proposed amendments to O. Reg. 82/98 (General) under the Development Charges Act, 1997. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Municipal_Reporting_Burden.aspx | Municipal Reporting Burden | 5/25/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | "A Report about Reporting" is a research study on the reporting burden for Ontario municipalities. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2017_Provincial_Budget_Municipal_Implications.aspx | 2017 Provincial Budget - Municipal Implications | 4/27/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's summary of Ontario's 2017 Provincial Budget. If you have difficulty accessing the document please email policy@mfoa.on.ca |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Summary_of_the_2017_Federal_Budget.aspx | MFOA's Summary of the 2017 Federal Budget | 3/22/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | If you have any issues accessing the budget summary please email shira@mfoa.on.ca or policy@mfoa.on.ca. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Asset_Management_Players_in_Ontario.aspx | Asset Management Players in Ontario | 3/10/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | A summary of the major organizations that work on asset management in Ontario. If you have any additional organizations to add, please contact policy@mfoa.on.ca. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2016_Census_Rollout_Municipal_Implications.aspx | 2016 Census Rollout - Municipal Implications | 3/3/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The rollout of the Census data can impact municipalities in multiple ways; the demographic trends observed can alter our plans for future spending. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Updates_to_Municipal_Legislation_Bill_68_and_Bill_70.aspx | Updates to Municipal Legislation - Bill 68 and Bill 70 | 3/2/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On November 16, 2016, Bill 68, Modernizing Ontario's Municipal Legislation Act, 2016, and Bill 70, Building Ontario Up for Everyone Act (Budget Measures), 2016, were introduced for first reading. Both proposed legislative bills carry potential impact |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2017_Provincial_Prebudget_Submission.aspx | 2017 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission | 2/1/2017 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's submission to the 2017 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission. MFOA recommends that the Ministry consider the goals of municipal fiscal sustainability when creating the 2017 budget. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Summary_of_the_2016_Federal_Budget.aspx | MFOA's Summary of the 2016 Federal Budget | 8/10/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | If you have any issues accessing the budget summary please email colin@mfoa.on.ca or policy@mfoa.on.ca. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2015_Deflator_Tables.aspx | 2015 Deflator Tables | 8/9/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Deflator tables taking into account this past year's inflation are now ready. If you have issues accessing the document please contact policy@mfoa.on.ca |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2016_Provincial_Budget_Municipal_Implications.aspx | 2016 Provincial Budget - Municipal Implications | 8/8/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's summary of Ontario's 2016 Provincial Budget. If you have any questions please contact policy@mfoa.on.ca |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Submission_on_Landfill_Assessment_Methodology.aspx | MFOA's Submission on Landfill Assessment Methodology | 8/7/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The Ministry of Finance is undergoing consultations to develop a methodology for the assessment of landfills in Ontario. MFOA, in partnership with AMO, have submitted a response to these consultations. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/UPDATED_MFOAs_Municipal_Act_Review_Submission.aspx | UPDATED: MFOA's Municipal Act Review Submission | 8/6/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA will be submitting two reports to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) as part of the Municipal Legislation Review. UPDATE: Now includes documents on prudent investor status for the One Investment Program. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Submission_on_Bill_73.aspx | MFOA's Submission on Bill 73 | 8/6/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has submitted its Bill 73 - Smart Growth for Our Communities Act response to the Standing Committee on Social Policy. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Respons_to_PSAB_Consultation_Paper_3.aspx | MFOA’s Response to PSAB Consultation Paper 3 | 8/5/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Consultation Paper 3 highlights many of the principles that will be set out in a future statement of principles for a revised framework and reporting model, and ask for input on them and a proposed reporting model that is built on those principles. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Moving_Ontario_ Forward_Submission.aspx | MFOA's Moving Ontario Forward Submission | 8/4/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA’s position to the Moving Ontario Forward: Outside the GTHA consultation process is based on previously articulated support for asset management planning and also includes recommendations for improving application-based funding programs. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2015_Provincial_Budget_Write-up.aspx | 2015 Provincial Budget Write-up | 8/3/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has submitted its Bill 73 - Smart Growth for Our Communities Act response to the Standing Committee on Social Policy. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Summary_of_the_2015_Federal_Budget.aspx | MFOA's Summary of the 2015 Federal Budget | 8/2/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The budget stresses a number of themes, some of them present in previous budgets, such as tax reduction measures, lower taxes for businesses, steady economic growth, and financial stewardship. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Development_Charges_Reform_2015.aspx | Development Charges Reform 2015 | 8/1/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Proposed amendments to the Development Charges Act, 1997 and Planning Act, 1990, is detailed in Bill 73, Smart Growth for Our Communities Act, 2015, which has received its first reading on March 5, 2015. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2014_Deflator_Tables.aspx | 2014 Deflator Tables | 7/31/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Deflator tables taking into account this past year's inflation are now ready. The tables will allow you to approximate costs when accounting for your older capital assets. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/CDS_Fee_Proposal_for_Municipal_Debentures_2015_2016.aspx | CDS Fee Proposal for Municipal Debentures 2015/2016 | 7/30/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Major changes to the CDS fee schedule are expected to come into effect in 2015, which will significantly increase the costs to municipalities issuing debentures. MFOA has sent two letters to CDS requesting a meeting to discuss some of the identified |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Beyond_the_Property_Tax.aspx | Beyond the Property Tax | 7/29/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Do municipalities need access to new revenue tools? Read MFOA's brief analysis on this topic titled, Beyond the Property Tax: Access to Revenue and Municipalities' Political Footprint in Canada. This article is available here for members and has been |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Board_Approves_Ideas_for_Improving_Provincial_Land_Tax.aspx | MFOA Board Approves Ideas for Improving Provincial Land Tax | 7/28/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | On September 18th, 2014, the MFOA Board of Directors approved a preliminary series of ideas for improving tax equity between incorporated and unincorporated Northern communities through Provincial Land Tax (PLT) reform. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Municipal_Concerns_with_Grant_Reporting.aspx | Municipal Concerns with Grant Reporting | 7/27/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | A group of municipalities is actively working to streamline financial reporting related to provincial grants and transfers. The first phase of this project - developing an inventory of municipalities' priority concerns - is now complete. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Adds_New_Asset_Management_Tools.aspx | MFOA Adds New Asset Management Tools | 7/26/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Working with support from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH), MFOA is providing a number of Asset Management (AM) Tools for municipalities. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Demystify_the_Municipal_Infrastructure_Deficit_Performance_Scorecard.aspx | Demystify the Municipal Infrastructure Deficit: Performance Scorecard | 7/25/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The tools that make up the series aim to help municipalities. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2014_Provincial_Budget_Municipal_Implications.aspx | 2014 Provincial Budget - Municipal Implications | 7/24/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's summary of Ontario's 2014 Provincial Budget. If you have any questions please contact policy@mfoa.on.ca |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Quantifying_the_Infrastructure_Funding_Deficit_Survey.aspx | Quantifying the Infrastructure Funding Deficit Survey | 7/23/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | What are the most common ways of quantifying the infrastructure deficit? How popular are risk registers and asset consumption ratios for understanding infrastructure funding requirements? |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Property_Taxation_in_Ontario_A_Guide_for_Municipalities.aspx | Property Taxation in Ontario: A Guide for Municipalities | 7/22/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | This property tax guide was produced by MFOA in 2012 to serve as a primer and high level introduction to property taxation in Ontario. It provides a high level overview of property taxation for those who are new to the field. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Serving_to_Your_Potential_Enhancing_Strategic_Influence_in_the_Treasurer’s_Office.aspx | Serving to Your Potential - Enhancing Strategic Influence in the Treasurer’s Office | 7/21/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's monograph on the treasurer's role in a municipality. Learn about how to enhance your strategic influence in the office. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Summary_of_the_2014_Federal_Budget.aspx | MFOA's Summary of the 2014 Federal Budget | 7/20/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The budget stresses a number of themes such as connecting Canadians with available jobs, promoting job creation, innovation and trade, responsible resource development, support for families and communities by protecting Canadian consumers and keeping |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Committee_Responds_to_PSAB_Statement_of_Principles_on_Revenue.aspx | MFOA Committee Responds to PSAB Statement of Principles on Revenue | 7/19/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's Committee on Accounting and Financial Reporting shared its feedback on a new revenue SOP with PSAB. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Responds_to_CD_Howes_Budget_Commentary.aspx | MFOA Responds to C. D. Howe's Budget Commentary | 7/18/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | While we share C. D. Howe’s goal of making budgets more understandable and municipal finance officers are committed to continuous improvement, we do not see their recommendations as making improvement in this area. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Framework_For_Municipal_Financial_Sustainability.aspx | Framework For Municipal Financial Sustainability | 7/17/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's framework for municipal financial sustainability is a tool to support municipal sustainability initiatives that identifies the pillars and core activities involved in sustainability. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Policy_Department_Strategic_Plan.aspx | Policy Department Strategic Plan | 7/16/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA has adopted a strategic plan for its policy activities. Our priority member services include Information sharing, Intergovernmental relations Outreach. Read more about the changes and how you can get involved. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Interview_series_Asset Management_in_Practice_Highlights.aspx | Interview series: Asset Management in Practice & Highlights | 7/15/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | How do municipal asset management systems work in practice? How do municipal approaches compare? MFOA Staff interviewed municipalities from inside and outside of Ontario to understand how the asset management function works in different contexts. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Response_to_Regulation_28409_Review.aspx | Response to Regulation 284/09 Review | 7/14/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The province is reviewing the Budget Expenses Regulation (O. Reg. 284/09) and one possible outcome of the review is that the regulation could be eliminated, forcing municipalities to budget for amortization and other non-cash items. Read more about w |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Shared_Services_in_Ontarios_Local_Public_Sector_with_Case_Studies.aspx | Shared Services in Ontario's Local Public Sector with Case Studies | 7/13/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Looking to save money? MFOA's Guide to shared services and Shared service case studies share best practices and examples of how Ontario municipalities are using shared services to drive down costs while improving municipal services. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Finance_Templates.aspx | Finance Templates | 6/16/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The MMAH and MFOA developed three simplified finance templates for small municipalities. The templates are to assist with (1) performing bank reconciliations, (2) understanding cash flows and (3) developing budgets. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Leading_Practices_in_Developing_an_Asset_Management_Plan.aspx | Leading Practices in Developing an Asset Management Plan | 6/15/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Click for a standard asset management plan framework, leading practices for developing an asset management plan, other resources and templates, as well as alternate frameworks to build your plan around. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Summary_of_the_2013_Federal_Budget.aspx | 2013 Federal Budget | 6/14/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | How will the 2013 federal budget impact long term capital planning in your municipality? Click for our synopsis of the budget, complete with municipal highlights, economic outlook and federal financial position. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/BLTFAG.aspx | BLTFAG | 6/14/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | The Municipal Budgeting and Long-Term Financial Planning Action Group (Action Group), facilitated by the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs (MMA), was created as a forum for municipal stakeholders to collaborate on practical and actionable ideas t |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/2013_Provincial_Budget.aspx | 2013 Provincial Budget | 6/13/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Learn about transit, road, bridge and other infrastructure changes flowing out of the 2013 provincial budget. MFOA isolates municipal highlights, the province's financial position, economic outlook and other budget initiatives. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/FIR_Reform.aspx | FIR Reform | 6/12/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA group sees strong returns on FIR reform initiative. After many months of cataloguing problematic schedules, issues and recommendations for improving the FIR, MFOA’s FIR sub-group tabled several suggestions to MMAH. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOA_Letter_to_Colleges_and_Universities_Offer_(More)_Municipal_Course_Content.aspx | MFOA Letter to Colleges and Universities: Offer (More) Municipal Course Content | 6/11/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA encourages Ontario colleges and universities to offer more municipal course content in an effort to heighten students' municipal literacy and interest in municipal employment. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Young_Professionals_Recruitment_Strategies.aspx | Young Professionals Recruitment Strategies | 5/30/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | While middle managers and external hires move into senior roles, the Committee on Big Issues in Small Places was keen to have access to strategies to recruit younger professionals for long term staffing needs. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Phased_Retirement.aspx | Phased Retirement | 5/28/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Phased retirement is broadly defined as any program allowing for gradual decreases in working time and workload instead of an abrupt move from full-time employment to retirement. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Succession_Planning_for_Ontario_Municipalities.aspx | Succession Planning for Ontario Municipalities | 5/27/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | In this summary resource, we share the three most common succession planning strategies and variations on the themes from governments inside and outside of Ontario. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Assessment_Issues_and_Solutions.aspx | Assessment Issues & Solutions | 5/26/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | Access the report of MFOA's MPAC Working Group, which unpacks priority MPAC issues, key performance indicators and other recommendations for improving the assessment system. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Conversion_Support_for_PS_3150.aspx | Conversion Support for PS 3150 | 5/25/2016 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | A suite of news, accounting information and other resources to support municipalities' transition to the PS 3150 compliance and beyond. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Dispelling_Myths_About_DCs.aspx | Dispelling Myths Around Development Charges | 11/1/2013 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA dispels myths surrounding development charges in Ontario. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/Special_Purpose_Business_Property_Assessment_Review.aspx | Special Purpose Business Property Assessment Review (2013-2014) | 8/1/2013 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA participated in the Special Purpose Business Property Assessment Review with various stakeholders. |
| MFOA_Policy_Projects/MFOAs_Municipal_Act_Review_Submission.aspx | MFOA's Municipal Act Review Submission | 8/1/2013 12:00:00 AM | Policy projects | MFOA's 2013 report for the Municipal Act Review. |