Spring 2018 Position Statements Now Available
Position statements provide a concise overview of RMA’s position on key policy areas RMA takes pride in representing the rural municipal perspective to governmental decision-makers, industry, and other stakeholders. As part of our advocacy efforts, RMA develops and updates a series of position statements that summarize and reflect the RMA perspective on key policy areas. […]
Investing in Canada Plan Funding: An FCM Update
Document provides an overview of how the Investing in Canada plan is administered in other provinces and territories On April 3, 2018, the Government of Canada and the Government of Alberta completed a bilateral agreement establishing how phase 2 of the federal Investing in Canada plan will be administered in Alberta. Further information on eligibility […]
Off-Site Levies Regulation Amended
Order in Council released May 1, 2018 The Off-Site Levies Amendment Regulation was recently released to the public, where it outlined several requirements for municipalities to consider when determining off-site levy amounts, and the use of agreements focused on funding and the reimbursement of costs. Key Amendments The Regulation places sole responsibility on the municipality […]
NEW Municipal Toolkit on Flood and Drought Action Planning in Alberta
The Miistakis Institute has recently announced the release of the Municipal Flood and Drought Action Planning Primer. The Flood and Drought Primer is the first part of a two-part process. The intent of the Primer is to provide a starting point for municipalities to understand the type of information, data, and programs available to inform […]
Participate in the Water Innovation Program Forum
The Alberta Innovates Water Innovation Program (WIP) is designed to help achieve the goals of the Government of Alberta’s Water for Life Strategy: safe, secure drinking water; healthy aquatic ecosystems; and reliable, quality water supplies for a sustainable economy. Alberta Innovates is hosting the Water Innovation Program Forum, the purpose of which is to review […]
May 25 and June 6 – Cannabis and Public Health Webinar Series
RMA and AUMA are pleased to invite members to a series of educational webinars on cannabis and public health. These webinars will provide recommendations to help municipalities make cannabis policy decisions that promote and protect the wellbeing of their citizens. Given the health and social impacts of cannabis, collaborative and comprehensive municipal regulations are key […]
Occupational Health and Safety Act Update
Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act is being updated with most changes coming into effect June 1, 2018. December 15, 2017, the Government of Alberta began a consultation process with stakeholders to determine and consider changes for workplaces across the province. Alberta’s OHS Act sets the minimum standards for workplace health and safety and outlines the […]
How to Report a Claim
Whether you are dealing with a personal or commercial loss, there is no such thing as a standard claim. Although your insurer has dedicated staff to help process your claim, knowing what you should do before you contact your insurer, will help the claim proceed quickly and smoothly. Once the emergency of the situation has […]
Specialized Workshops in Asset Management
RMA, AUMA, and Infrastructure Asset Management Alberta (IAMA) are excited to bring you an asset management workshop for elected officials, CAOs, and senior staff in Alberta! Through support of the Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) this workshop will be offered free of charge. New course offered in the Grande Prairie area […]
Workshops in Asset Management for Municipal Staff
Workshops geared towards municipal staff to increase asset management awareness, learn data requirements, and how to build an asset management plan. RMA, AUMA, and Infrastructure Asset Management Alberta (IAMA) are excited to bring you an asset management workshop for municipal staff in Alberta! Through support of the Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities […]