Federal Code of Practice for the Reduction of Volatile Organic Compound Emissions from Cutback and Emulsified Asphalt
Earlier this year, Environment and Climate Change Canada developed a new Code of Practice for the Reduction of Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Emissions from Cutback and Emulsified Asphalt.
Occupational Health and Safety System Review – Seeking AAMDC Member Input
The Government of Alberta is reviewing the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) system and is looking for feedback from key stakeholders including municipalities.
2017 R.W. Hay Award: Call for Nominations
The AAMDC extends an invitation to member municipalities to nominate outstanding rural administrators for the R.W. Hay Award for Rural Administrative Excellence.
Send AAMDC Your Feedback on the MGA Regulations
Following the passing of the Municipal Government Amendment Act (2015) and the Modernized Municipal Government Act (2016), a number of regulations had to be updated or created.
City Charter Regulation Released
The Government of Alberta has recently released the regulation that details the city charters that the Cities of Edmonton and Calgary will receive.
CANWEA Resource on Decommissioning and Repowering a Windfarm
The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CANWEA) has released a new resource on decommissioning and repowering wind farms.
SLGM Offers Training to Prospective Candidates in the October Municipal Election
The Society of Local Government Managers (SLGM), in collaboration with Municipal Affairs, is offering free candidate training for those individuals interested in seeking public office at either the municipal or school board level.
AAMDC’s New Councillor Orientation at Fall 2017 Convention
Every year in which a municipal election occurs, the AAMDC provides a New Councillor Orientation at the subsequent fall convention to inform newly elected officials about the association and the services we provide for our members.
Visit the AAMDC Website for Municipal Election Information
Municipal elections in Alberta will be taking place on October 16, 2017.
Municipal Impacts of CFTA and CETA
In April, the details of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) were released.