SAVE THE DATE: 2017 Alberta Rural Education Symposium
The Alberta Rural Education Symposium for 2017 is going to be held on May 5 – 7 and prospective attendees are being asked to save the date.
Draft AAMDC Municipal Agriculture Disaster Declaration Guide Now Available
In recent years, a number of rural municipalities experienced drought or excessive moisture conditions which impacted crop yields and resulted in municipalities declaring agricultural disasters across Alberta.
PROVIDE YOUR INPUT: Complete the AAMDC MGA Survey
The AAMDC has finished its member consultation tour of the province and wants to provide an additional outlet to collect member input on the proposed Bill 21: Modernized Municipal Government Act.
Government of Canada to Review Navigation Protection Act and Other Environmental Regulations and Processes
The Government of Canada is reviewing the Navigation Protection Act (NPA), which regulates and authorizes the development of infrastructure that may interfere with the navigation of Canada’s waterbodies.
New Regulations for Pipeline Damage Prevention Now in Force
The National Energy Board’s (NEB) Pipeline Damage Prevention Regulations came into force on June 19, 2016.
Government of Alberta Seeking Input on Contaminated Sites Risk Management Plan
Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) has released the Draft Alberta Risk Management Plan Guide for contaminated sites and is seeking input from stakeholders, site managers and environmental professionals.
Canada Post Mailing and Shipping Recommendations in Advance of Potential Work Disruption
The AAMDC was recently informed of recommended dates for mailing and shipping in advance of a potential work disruption resulting from labour negotiations between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers.
Resolution Writing Tools Available
With district meetings approaching, the AAMDC are reminding members of the important role resolutions play in guiding the association’s advocacy efforts.
UPDATE ON BILL 21: Modernized Municipal Government Act
Since the Government of Alberta tabled Bill 21: Modernized Municipal Government Act in the Legislature, staff from the AAMDC have travelled the province to meet with members on the proposed changes with one more consultation being being held on June 20th in Peace River (St. Isidore Cultural Centre, St. Isidore).
Help the AAMDC Understand Member Priorities Related to Broadband
Access to reliable broadband is critical to the development of any community.