Emergency Preparedness Week 2026: May 3-9
Research shows that communities who have established strong social connections before an emergency often experience better outcomes following the emergency, including reduced impacts and recovery time. If affected, your community members are the first to lend a hand, as well as the last, as you rebuild your community together. However, the 2025 Preparedness Survey of […]
Mitigating Root Intrusion
Tree and shrub roots will find a way to infiltrate municipal sewer systems due to their natural inclination to seek water and nutrients. This can go undetected over time until a loss occurs, either to municipal or private property. Having a well-planned approach to mitigate this risk will help prevent such loss, and the resulting […]
Spring Cleaning Your Property
Alberta’s harsh winters can lead to accumulated snow, ice buildup, and moisture infiltration, increasing risks of flooding, mould, and structural weakening. Municipality-owned buildings (e.g., community centers, libraries, administrative offices) serve critical public functions and must comply with Alberta Building Code standards. Neglecting spring upkeep can result in costly repairs, insurance claims, or operational disruptions. Proactive […]
Government of Alberta Introduces Bill 28: Municipal Affairs and Housing Statutes Amendment Act, 2026
The Government of Alberta has introduced Bill 28: Municipal Affairs and Housing Statutes Amendment Act, which proposes a wide range of amendments to the Municipal Government Act (MGA) across several major municipal policy areas. RMA is currently reviewing the Bill and will provide members with a detailed initial analysis in the near future. Proposed Changes […]
Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission Submits Final Report to Cabinet
The report recommends boundaries and names to be used for 89 provincial electoral districts for the next eight to 10 years. On March 26, 2026, the Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission submitted its final report to the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, as per its requirements in the Electoral Boundaries Commission Act. The final report also […]
Emergency Use Registration for Strychnine Approved
On March 30, Health Canada, which oversees the Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA), announced that it has authorized Alberta and Saskatchewan’s re-submission for emergency use registration for two per cent liquid strychnine for Richardson’s ground squirrel control until November 2027. Alberta’s producers have faced significant challenges managing Richardson’s ground squirrels following the PMRA’s 2020 decision […]
RMA’s Legislative Update: Week of March 30 – April 3
These bulletins summarize and explain the important and relevant details of potential and upcoming legislation in Alberta, including notable Orders in Council. Members’ Issues and Related Bills or Activities Bill 15 – Public Safety and Emergency Services Statutes Amendment Act, 2026Honourable Mike Ellis, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services Bill 15 represents a major […]
Canadian Infrastructure Council Calls for Evidence for Second National Infrastructure Assessment
The Canadian Infrastructure Council (CIC) has announced a national Call for Evidence to support the development of Canada’s second National Infrastructure Assessment (NIA) report. This follows the release of the first NIA report in November 2025, which established a national baseline and shared understanding of the pressures facing housing‑enabling infrastructure across the country. For the […]
RMA Spring 2026 Endorsed Resolutions
Resolutions form an important part in identifying direction for the RMA’s advocacy efforts. The RMA membership endorsed the following resolutions in Spring 2026: 1-26S Urgent Reforms to Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) (County of Minburn) 2-26S Changes to Provincial Bridge and Culvert Classification (MD of Bonnyville) 3-26S Inclusion of Veterinarians and Animal Health Technicians in […]
Expiring Resolution Update – March 2026
To improve reporting on resolution advocacy, the RMA shares a bi-annual bulletin highlighting recent actions undertaken on expiring resolutions The Expiring Resolution Update Bulletin offers members more detailed insight into the work being carried out on their behalf on expiring resolutions. Although expiring resolutions will continue to inform RMA’s approach to advocacy on a related issue, the bulletin will be RMA’s final official reporting on a resolution. For the […]