Ontario wants to appoint Waterloo region's chair. Here's what some councillors think of the idea
Province wants to give chairs strong powers similar to what mayors have
Carmen Groleau · CBC News · Posted: Apr 07, 2026 2:00 PM EDT | Last Updated: April 7
The Ontario government is looking to appoint regional chairs in the province, including in Waterloo region. Coun. Doug Craig had put a motion forward in February asking the province to keep the position as an elected role and says he isn't surprised by the province's decision. (CBC )