Government of Alberta Launches Consultation on Cannabis Legalization
The Government of Alberta has launched stakeholder consultations on the legalization of cannabis at the federal level, and how the Government of Alberta and other stakeholder groups (including municipalities) will adapt to the legalization, which is expected to come into effect by July 2018.
AAMDC Guide for Declaring Municipal Agricultural Disasters Available Online
Agriculture producers in some parts of Alberta continue to struggle due to crops that were unable to be harvested in fall and with the current moisture conditions.
Dates and Locations Now Available for Munis 101: Mark your Calendars!
The amended MGA will require municipalities to offer training to all new and returning elected officials within 90 days after council members have taken the oath of office.
Summer 2017 Position Statements Now Available
The AAMDC’s takes pride in representing the rural municipal perspective to provincial and federal decision-makers, industry, and other stakeholders.
Electoral Boundary Commission Interim Report Released: AAMDC Submission Featured
The Alberta Electoral Boundary Commission (AEBC) has released its interim report on their proposed changes to Alberta’s provincial electoral boundaries.
Community Conserve Project to Support Municipalities Officially Launched
A new way now exists for Alberta municipalities to pool their resources to address common environmental and conservation issues.
Webinar and Survey on Renewable Energy Decision Making
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF), through a 6-question survey and an online mapping exercise, is hoping to gain a better understanding of the critical community needs or cultural values that should be accounted for in decision making for renewable energy projects, including identifying specific areas of interest for agriculture, forestry, recreation, aesthetic or other uses and values.
Resources for Municipalities on Wind Energy in Alberta
As part of the Alberta Climate Leadership Plan, the Government of Alberta has set a target to meet 30% of the province’s electricity needs through renewable energy by 2030.
Alberta Water Council Releases Report Highlighting Review of Water for Life Implementation Progress: 2012-2015
The Alberta Water Council (AWC) recently released a report highlighting recent successes in provincial water management in alignment with Alberta’s Water for Life goals.
Progress to Support Brownfield Development Underway
The AAMDC has continued to advocate for the Government of Alberta to enable brownfield redevelopment, which supports environmental stewardship and economic development in Alberta’s municipalities.