The municipal administration, made up of public servants, influences municipal action by formulating recommendations to guide the decisions of the municipal council and then operationalizing those decisions. It is a key partner for public health organizations seeking to mobilize the levers available to municipalities to improve quality of life and wellbeing.
In addition to helping identify the appropriate contacts within the administration, this fact sheet provides public health staff with guidance to understand the legal framework that defines municipal jurisdiction—an important aspect for approaching municipalities with proposals that align with their legal authority.
This fact sheet is the second in a collection on municipal governance in Canada that aims to explain municipal dynamics and processes in order to guide public health organizations in their collaborative efforts with municipalities.
To consult the other fact sheets in the collection, click here.
The Municipal Administration: Guidance for Public Health
Fact Sheet 2
23 pages
