Alberta Environment and Protected Areas Webinar on Water Act Amendments
Amendments to the Water Act came into force on March 11, 2026. According to the Government of Alberta, the changes are intended to modernize the water management system by streamlining regulatory requirements, increasing transparency, and making it easier for Albertans to use and share water. RMA participated in the Government of Alberta’s water availability engagement across 2024 and 2025. RMA highlighted concerns around expanding use of inter-basin transfers and merging the Peace-Slave and Athabasca river […]
RMA Releases Priorities and Expectations for Government Action on PTAS
RMA outlines clear expectations for how the province should advance implementation of the Property Tax Accountability Strategy RMA has released Property Tax Accountability Strategy: RMA’s Priorities and Expectations for Government Action, which outlines RMA’s expectations for how the Government of Alberta should advance the implementation of the PTAS Final Report and its recommendations. Background The PTAS process brought […]
Municipal Agricultural Disasters
The RMA is once again tracking agricultural disasters declared by rural municipalities in 2026 As we move into another busy season, RMA would like to remind members of our Guide for Declaring Municipal Agricultural Disasters in Alberta. RMA’s guide provides municipalities with information on what a municipal agricultural disaster declaration is and factors to consider when making a declaration. The Agricultural Financial Services […]
Rural Mental Health Network Webinar
The Rural Mental Health Network (RMHN) is hosting a webinar for rural municipalities to showcase their services and identify opportunities for collaboration. The Rural Mental Health Network (RMHN) is a province-wide initiative focused on strengthening mental health and well-being in rural Alberta through connection, collaboration, and community-led action. RMHN is not a direct service provider. Instead, it works alongside municipalities, nonprofit partners, and […]
RMA Webinar on Regional Advisory Councils
RMA is hosting a webinar with Alberta Primary and Preventative Health Services to understand the role of Regional Advisory Councils. Regional Advisory Councils (RACs) are intended to represent communities across the province to identify health care issues in their regions and explore potential solutions. There are 14 RACs across the province with representation from a wide range of backgrounds and diverse experiences. As the RACs mandate is to represent their communities’ health care perspectives and unique needs, RMA sees immense value in creating meaningful connections between RACs and RMA members. RMA is hosting a webinar on May 26, 2026 from 12:30pm to 2:00pm for members to learn more about RACs […]
Monthly Resolution Update – April 2026
To highlight reporting on resolution advocacy, the RMA releases 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 embers a more detailed insight into the work being carried out on their behalf. For the latest formal […]
Call for Member Nominations for Building Sub-Council
The RMA is seeking member representation on the Safety Codes Council’s Building Sub-Council. The RMA is seeking up to two nominees for the sub-council to be forwarded for consideration by the Safety Codes Council. Members who would like to be nominated for the sub-council should be experts in the discipline and actively engaged in the safety codes system. Sub-councils time commitments are 4-8 days’ worth of […]
RMA Insurance Recognizes Town of Canmore with 2026 Community Wildfire Resilience Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NISKU, ALBERTA – RMA Insurance, in partnership with FireSmart Alberta, is proud to announce the Town of Canmore as the recipient of the 2026 Community Wildfire Resilience Award. The award recognizes Alberta municipalities that demonstrate leadership in wildfire preparedness through proactive mitigation efforts and meaningful participation in FireSmart initiatives. The award was presented to the Town of Canmore in recognition of its […]
RMA’s Legislative Update: Week of April 20-24
These bulletins summarize and explain the important and relevant details of potential and upcoming legislation in Alberta, including notable Orders in Council. Members’ Issues and Related Bills or Activities Bill 15 – Public Safety and Emergency Services Statutes Amendment Act, 2026 Honourable Mike Ellis, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services Bill 15 represents a major step toward establishing a provincial police force by amending the Police Act to allow the […]
Municipal Campgrounds: Risk Management Best Practices
Municipal campgrounds provide vital recreational opportunities for residents and visitors while supporting local economies and community well‑being. At the same time, campground operations introduce a range of risks, including public safety concerns, liability exposure, environmental impacts, wildfire risk, and operational pressures. This bulletin highlights key risk management considerations and practical steps municipalities can take to […]