On the eve of amalgamation in Ottawa-Carleton, we asked experts to share their experiences.
John Sewell, consultant, former mayor of Toronto, shared his views on amalgamation in Toronto and what the new City of Ottawa could learn from Toronto’s experience.
Graham Kirby, consultant, former Commissioner of the Ottawa-Carleton Regional Review Commission, spoke about the growing pains and the opportunities facing the new City of Ottawa.
Stéphane Émard-Chabot, City of Ottawa Councillor and lawyer, moderated the discussion.