AUC Inquiry Oral Hearings Available Online
Oral hearings related to the AUC’s inquiry on electricity generation developments have been posted YouTube for public viewing As part of the inquiry in the ongoing economic, orderly and efficient development of electricity generation in Alberta, the AUC held oral hearings from December 11 to 15, 2023. Members of the public, municipalities, and industry stakeholders […]
Provide Input into the Development of Budget 2024
The Government of Alberta is seeking input from stakeholders and the public on priorities for the 2024 provincial budget The Government of Alberta is currently developing the 2024 provincial budget and is seeking input from stakeholders and the public. Input can be provided through the completion of a survey or a written submission. The deadline […]
Government of Alberta Launches New Oil and Gas Reclamation Pilot Projects
New oil and gas pilot projects will be launched in 2024 by the AER The Government of Alberta will be launching two programs in collaboration with the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) to help improve current reclamation certificate programs while maintaining environmental standards. These pilots will test ways to certify portions of reclaimed sites and help […]
Participate in Upcoming Engagements on Alberta Health Restructuring
Alberta Health is seeking feedback on where in-person engagement sessions should be held across the province to discuss the health care restructuring Alberta Health recently announced that Alberta Health Services will be going through a major restructuring to better deliver quality care across the province. As such, the Government of Alberta has committed to engaging […]
Register for EOEP Munis 101 Online Course
Registration is now open for the EOEP Munis 101 Online Course The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) is pleased to open registration for a 2024 offering of Munis 101. Whether you are a new or experienced municipal elected official, Munis 101 delivers the key information and strategies that you need to excel in your role such […]
RMA Members – Complete the Wildfire Impacts Survey
The RMA has released a member survey to better understand the impacts that the 2023 wildfire season had on rural municipalities Following the 2023 wildfire season and in preparation for future wildfire seasons, the RMA understands the value in bringing together impacted municipalities to discuss experiences, challenges, victories, and lessons learned. As part of this […]
Changes to RMA’s Resolutions Process
The RMA Board of Directors has approved changes to RMA’s Resolutions Process Policy Resolutions are crucial to providing members with a direct voice in determining the RMA’s advocacy priorities. While the most visible portion of the resolution process takes place during the debate and voting session at RMA conventions, the full process includes a role […]
RMA Seeking Answers on Drought Recovery Funding Gaps
The 2023 Canada-Alberta Drought Livestock Assistance program excludes many parts of the province that were impacted by drought in 2023 Applications are now open for the 2023 Canada-Alberta Drought Livestock Assistance (CADLA) program, which is intended to provide financial relief to livestock producers impacted by the drought that occurred in much of the province in […]
Moisture Deficiency Insurance and Endorsement Programs
The Agriculture Financial Services Corporation is encouraging agricultural producers to enroll in Moisture Deficiency programs The Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) is encouraging agricultural producers to enroll in the Moisture Deficiency Insurance (MDI) and Moisture Deficiency Endorsement (MDE) programs. MDI is an insurance program where the client insures native, improved, bush, or community pasture. MDE […]
Rural Transit Solutions Fund Now Accepting Applications
Infrastructure Canada is now accepting applications for the Planning and Design Projects stream of the Rural Transit Solutions Fund The Rural Transit Solutions Fund is a federal program intended to support the development of transit solutions in rural and remote communities. This fund supports the development of locally-driven transit solutions that will help people living […]