News – Page 169

Government of Canada Introduces Legislation to Legalize Cannabis

On April 13, the Government of Canada introduced Bill C-45 (the Cannabis Act). Bill C-45 proposes developing a legal framework around the production, distribution, and retail sale of cannabis for recreational use.

Update on Proposed Floodway Development Regulation

The Flood Recovery and Reconstruction Act was enacted in December 2013 initiating amendments to the Municipal Government Act that would provide for regulation making powers to control or prohibit development in a floodway, and a provision to exempt floodway development in municipalities where it already exists.

Spring 2017 Convention Highlights

With the Spring 2017 convention behind us, we would like to share with you this spring convention’s highlights.

AAMDC Submission on Species at Risk Policies

The implications of the Species at Risk Act (SARA) has been identified as a priority by AAMDC members through the endorsement of several resolutions.

FCM’s Climate and Asset Management Network Now Taking Applications

Applications are now open for FCM’s Climate and Asset Management Network, which provides peer-learning opportunities, grant funding, and training to help municipalities better integrate climate and sustainability goals into asset management approaches.

Bill 8 – An Act to Strengthen Municipal Government Released!

In a continuation of the review of the Municipal Government Act, the Government of Alberta has introduced Bill 8: An Act to Strengthen Municipal Government.

Government of Canada Releases Recommendations on Navigation Protection Act

Over the past several months, the federal Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure, and Communities has been reviewing the Navigation Protection Act, including changes made to it in 2009 and 2012, when it was still known as the Navigable Waters Protection Act.