EOEP’s Effective Meetings course supports municipal elected officials in understanding how to enable productive debate, support clear decision-making and maintain professional and fair council proceedings. Drawing on practical scenarios, the course emphasizes the shared responsibility of the chair and council members
The Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta (FRIAA) administers the Community Fireguard Program (CFP), a grant funded initiative with the Government of Alberta to support the Provincial FireSmart Program by supporting the construction of community fireguards that provide for enhanced public safety and improved
The Government of Alberta’s Nuclear Engagement and Advisory Panel will be hosting townhall sessions to further engage with members of the public. These in-person sessions follow several online webinars held by the panel in December
Sound financial decisions shape service levels, infrastructure investment and long-term community sustainability. EOEP’s Budgeting & Finance course supports elected officials in strengthening their understanding of municipal finances and making informed, transparent decisions aligned with community priorities. Participants will explore: Course
The dashboard aims to empower patients, support health care workers, and highlight opportunities for improvement. The Government of Alberta is introducing a new online health system dashboard that intends to give the public clear, accessible insight into
New rules are in place regarding water storage and conservation. The Government of Alberta (GOA) has announced changes to the Water Act with the stated intention to increase water availability, improve conservation, support agricultural production, and help protect communities from future emergencies.
Over the first two weeks of the Closing the Gap campaign, RMA highlighted two core realities: rural municipalities manage the majority of Alberta’s transportation and utility infrastructure yet receive only a fraction of provincial infrastructure investment, despite these infrastructure assets powering 28% of Alberta’s GDP. This week,
As we start a new year and are in the midst of Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, RMA Insurance would like to take the opportunity to thank all firefighters, both volunteer and employed. We understand the
Rural Alberta is the backbone of the provincial economy. 28% of Alberta’s GDP comes from economic activity within RMA member municipalities, and it’s time for the province to invest in Alberta’s economy and prosperity by
Resolutions must be submitted by February 18 to be added to the Spring 2026 resolution order paper With district meetings approaching and some underway, the RMA is reminding members of the important role resolutions play in guiding the association’s advocacy efforts. To maximize these efforts,
Position Statements provide a concise overview of the RMA’s positions on key policy areas. The RMA is committed to advocating for the rural municipal perspective with government leaders, industry, and other stakeholders. To support these
RMA’s Submission is in response to the Commission’s interim report, and focuses on the need for greater focus on protecting effective representation in rural Alberta. RMA has submitted written feedback on the Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission’s (AEBC’s) Interim Report. The Government of Alberta
In February 2024, the Minister of Affordability and Utilities requested that the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) pursue standardized setbacks for renewable infrastructure in the province. In response, the AUC consulted on appropriate setbacks from residences
What Happened in the PowerSchool Breach In December 2024, the educational software company PowerSchool experienced a significant cyber attack, which became known on December 28. An unauthorized person accessed personal information through their customer support
NISKU, ALBERTA, January 15, 2026 – The Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) has launched Closing the Gap: The Rural Infrastructure Funding Deficit, a five‑week public awareness and advocacy campaign intended to highlight and propose solutions
Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) members maintain a vast infrastructure network that provides services to rural residents and the industries that drive Alberta. Over the last decade, the condition of rural road, bridge, and utility infrastructure has steadily declined
