Eastern Ontario mayor fined after abusing strong mayor powers

0 February 11, 2026 10:47

An Eastern Ontario mayor has been disciplined after an investigation concluded he abused his strong mayor powers and harassed staff, resulting in a suspension of 180 days’ pay as approved by council. The review found the mayor misinterpreted provincial legislation granting expanded authority and used it to interfere with administrative operations, creating a toxic workplace. CTV’s Dylan Dyson reports on the findings, the consequences and what local officials are saying about accountability and municipal governance.

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