TEC Bridge Inspection Manual and Bridge Management System Modernization Project
On July 28, Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) hosted a short webinar outlining their plans for a multi‑year modernization of the provincial Bridge Information System and provincial bridge inspection standards. The project includes developing a new integrated bridge management platform, transitioning to element‑level bridge inspections, and releasing an updated version of the provincial Bridge Inspection Manual. The modernization is intended to introduce new […]
Monthly Resolution Update – July 2026
To improve reporting on resolution advocacy, the RMA is releasing a monthly bulletin highlighting recent actions undertaken on select active resolutions The Monthly Resolution Update Bulletin is a way of routinely highlighting a selection of the over 70 currently active resolutions, offering members a more detailed insight into the work being carried out on their […]
Extreme Weather Patterns Are Shifting. Is Your Municipality Ready?
Published: July 2026 | Version: 1.0 | Last updated: July 2026 Applies to: Municipalities and municipal staff responsible for emergency planning and response. Purpose: This bulletin outlines risk management considerations to help municipalities prepare for extreme weather and coordinate recovery efforts. Current weather threats Alberta’s weather is becoming more unpredictable and more destructive. As of […]
Harvest Traffic and Public Safety: A Risk Management Approach
Published: July 2026 | Version: 1.0 | Last updated: July 2026 Applies to: Municipalities with agricultural traffic on local roads. Purpose: This bulletin outlines risk management considerations to help municipalities support public safety, protect infrastructure, and reduce the risk of collisions during harvest season. Harvest Traffic and Public Safety Municipalities play an important role in […]
Municipal Affairs Seeking Input on Councillor Accountability Framework Design
The Councillor Accountability Framework was introduced in Bill 28 but details will be defined through regulation Municipal Affairs is seeking input on the design of the Councillor Accountability Framework (CAF), which was added to the Municipal Government Act through Bill 28 in spring 2026. Earlier in July, Municipal Affairs hosted four in-person engagement sessions for municipal associations and some municipalities and is open to receiving input from all municipalities. Early […]
Transport Canada’s Rail Safety Improvement Program: Call for Proposals Now Open
Transport Canada has opened two funding streams under the Rail Safety Improvement Program (RSIP), offering opportunities for rural municipalities to advance rail safety through education, infrastructure upgrades, technology pilots, and research. Both streams are now accepting proposals, with separate deadlines and requirements. Municipalities, Indigenous governments, provinces, Crown corporations, nonprofits, for‑profits, and academia are eligible to apply. Eligible expenses include staff […]
Upcoming Engagement Sessions Related to Bill 28 Aggregate Approval Changes
Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (EPA) is seeking municipal input on updates to the Code of Practice for Pits (COPP). According to EPA, updates to the COPP will focus on implementing Bill 28 changes related to paramountcy of provincial approvals on aggregate pit applications, as well as recommendations from the recent provincial Sand and Gravel Task Force. On July 17, RMA circulated by email to mayors, reeves and CAOs a member resource to […]
Cost Recovery Available for Weed Control Surrounding Orphaned Wells
On April 1, 2026, the Government of Alberta announced a new Oil and Gas Conservation Regulation that empowers the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) to enact enforcement measures against oil and gas operators that fail to adequately manage and treat weeds on their wellsites. This regulation, made under the Oil and Gas Conservation Act, makes Reasonable Care and Measures Orders (RCAM) applicable to the Responsible Energy Development Act and the Weed Control Act. The new regulation took effect on May 1, 2026. […]
REMINDER TO REGISTER: TEC Bridge Inspection Manual & Bridge Management System Modernization Project – Member Webinar
Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) is undertaking a multi‑year modernization of the provincial Bridge Information System and updating provincial bridge inspection standards. This work includes developing a new integrated bridge management platform, transitioning to element‑level bridge inspections, and releasing an updated version of the provincial Bridge Inspection Manual. The modernization introduces new inspection standards and procedures […]
Bouncy Castles Beware: Mastering Safety for Inflatable Fun
Published: July 2026 | Version: 1.0 | Last updated: July 2026 Applies to: Municipalities, event organizers, and staff running community events, parks programming, festivals, and public spaces Purpose: This bulletin outlines the key risks of inflatables and practical mitigation strategies for municipalities. Following these best practices helps reduce liability, protect users, especially children, and keep […]