"WHEREAS across municipal councils in Ontario there have been appalling instances of misogyny and hatred; and
WHEREAS the powers of the Office of the Integrity Commissioner do not include the ability to recommend expulsion of councillors;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT City Council direct staff to send a letter to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing with copies being sent to the federal government, provincial government, Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), and all Ontario municipalities, requesting that the Ministry:
- Study the merits of allowing the recall of municipal councillors under carefully prescribed circumstances, including displays of hatred, misogyny and all forms of discrimination; and
- Facilitate strengthened and ongoing orientation and training sessions for councils, local boards, and committees.”