RMA – Rural Municipalities of Alberta

Nominations Now Open for 2026 RMA Board of Directors

Three positions on the RMA Board of Directors are up for election at the 2026 Fall Convention. Find all information pertaining to elections and procedures here.

Registration Now Open for 2026 RMA Fall Convention

2026 Fall Convention is coming November 2-5, 2026. Registration for both the convention and trade show exhibition are now open!

RMA Justice Member Committee – Application Deadline Extension

Applications are now being accepted through to September 4 to participate on a member committee focused on recommending reforms to Canada’s justice system through a rural lens.

RMA Releases Bill 28: Rural Municipal Impact Analysis

RMA provides a deeper examination of key amendments and invites members to a second engagement session.

RMA Releases Priorities and Expectations for Government Action on PTAS

RMA outlines clear expectations for how the province should advance implementation of the Property Tax Accountability Strategy.

Rural is often quickly defined in terms of wide open space or low population density, but only defining rural with these characteristics risks overlooking much of rural life. RMA seeks to redefine how we talk about "rural."

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Closing the Gap: The Rural Infrastructure Funding Deficit

RMA has launched a five-week public awareness and advocacy campaign, diving into the rural municipal infrastructure deficit and providing recommendations for the province to invest in rural Alberta's future.

RMA 101 Resource Now Available

RMA 101 is a resource providing a thorough understanding of how RMA helps rural municipalities achieve strong, effective local government

Welcome to the RMA

Rural Municipalities of Alberta

At the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA), we’re proud to represent Alberta’s 69 counties and municipal districts as an independent association. Since 1909, we have helped rural municipalities achieve strong, effective, local government. Through dedicated advocacy and a suite of valued business services, including comprehensive coverage through RMA Insurance and cooperative procurement, insurance, and group benefits through Canoe, we strive to strengthen and support rural Alberta.

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All of Alberta, Covered

Insurance

13 Aug 2026

Published: August 2026 | Version: 1.0 | Last updated: August 2026 Applies to: All Members Purpose: Reminds all RMA Insurance members to submit all completed documentation on or before August 31, 2026. Please ensure all

General

7 Aug 2026

Three positions on the RMA Board of Directors are up for election at the 2026 Fall Convention The RMA 2026 Fall Convention will take place November 3-5, 2026, with the following positions on the Board

Advocacy

7 Aug 2026

The Resolution Status Update provides up-to-date information and progress updates for all active resolutions The RMA is pleased to provide members with an update on advocacy efforts through the 2026 Resolution Status Update – Volume

Upcoming Events

Events & Programs

RMA Job Board

Sherwood Park, AB

Posted on: 13 Aug 2026

Posted by: Strathcona County

Sherwood Park, AB

Posted on: 13 Aug 2026

Posted by: Strathcona County

Youngstown, AB

Posted on: 13 Aug 2026

Posted by: Special Areas Board

Hanna, AB

Posted on: 13 Aug 2026

Posted by: Special Areas Board

Camrose, AB

Posted on: 13 Aug 2026

Posted by: City of Camrose

Parkland County, AB

Posted on: 12 Aug 2026

Posted by: Parkland County