First Round of MGA Regulations Available for Review
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.
Municipal Asset Management Program Information Released
In their 2016 budget, the Government of Canada committed $50 million to improving asset management capacity for municipalities across Canada.
REMINDER: Deadline for Input on Species at Risk Act Policies Extended
The implications of the Species at Risk Act (SARA) has been identified as a priority by AAMDC members through the endorsement of a number of resolutions.
FCM Releases Budget Submission for Rural Communities in Canada
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) has recently released Seizing the Moment for Rural Canada, a companion budget submission focused on the priorities of rural communities across the country.
Resolutions Deadline for Spring 2017 Convention Approaching
The deadline to submit resolutions for the spring 2017 convention is February 13, 2017.
EXTENDED DEADLINE: Government of Canada Introduces Broadband Funding Program
On December 15, 2016, the Government of Canada announced the Connect to Innovate (CTI) program, which provides up to $500 million in funding by 2021 for enhancing rural broadband infrastructure across Canada.
AAMDC Climate Change Advisory Committee Ready to Begin
In December, the AAMDC issued a member bulletin announcing the formation of an AAMDC Climate Change Advisory Committee.
Government of Alberta Releases Energy Efficiency Report
Guided by the Climate Leadership Plan, the Government of Alberta is continuing to work towards addressing climate change in Alberta.
ALBERTA ELECTORAL BOUNDARIES COMMISSION: AAMDC Briefing on the Alberta Electoral Boundary Review
The Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission (AEBC) has been tasked with reviewing the existing boundaries and names for the 87 electoral constituencies.
Register for the EOEP’s Upcoming Communications and Media Relations Course
The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP), a joint venture of the AAMDC and AUMA, is Alberta’s only professional education program designed for municipally elected officials.