Resolutions play an important role in guiding RMA’s advocacy approach and position development. As part of RMA’s commitment to consistent member reporting on resolution advocacy, RMA is proud to announce the Resolution Report Series. This Series will provide brief, regular updates offering members, government,
RMA was pleased to host the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) on June 26th. During the visit, Minister Olszewski announced that
The Government of Alberta (GOA) is seeking public input on a potential reservoir to increase water storage capacity and enhance water security in the Red Deer River basin. Input will be used to help the GOA assess the feasibility of designing, constructing and operating a potential new
On April 1, 2026, the GOA announced a new Oil and Gas Conservation Regulation that gives the AER power to enact enforcement measures against oil and gas operators that fail to adequately manage and treat
To further our commitment to providing unparalleled service to our members, RMA Insurance is happy to announce some changes to our Risk Advisor Team. We are thrilled to be welcoming back Temi Alao from maternity
Position Statements provide a concise overview of the RMA’s positions on key policy areas. The RMA is committed to advocating for the rural municipal perspective with government leaders, industry, and other stakeholders. To support these efforts, RMA
RMA is accepting applications from members to participate on a member committee focused on recommending reforms to Canada’s justice system through a rural lens. As directed in Resolution 15-24F: Member Committee to Understand the Criminal Justice System, the
The Council is intended to explore the potential use of alternative financing tools to support investment in infrastructure. On June 23, 2026, Minister of Municipal Affairs Dan Williams announced the formation of a Minister’s Council to explore
RMA seeking to support members with a new ICF cost-calculation resource grounded in member input RMA is developing a new ICF Cost-Calculation Model (CCM) resource to support members in navigating legislative changes introduced through the Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act, 2025
RMA has undertaken further analysis of the potential impacts of Bill 28 changes on the aggregate pit approval process to provide members with a deeper understanding of the municipal and landowner risks associated with the changes. This follow-up analysis, Bill 28 Impacts
ISED’s proposed amendments significantly amend the antenna tower siting process for municipalities. In May 2026, Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada (ISED) launched a public consultation on proposed amendments to the existing federal antenna tower siting requirements, found under CPC-2-0-03 – Radiocommunication
RMA has assigned statuses to four Spring 2026 resolutions which have received an initial response from government. Immediately after resolutions are endorsed by RMA members, RMA sends them to the relevant provincial or federal ministries or organizations for their initial response.
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
As summer evolves, so does the increase in facility rentals for occasions such as weddings, family reunions and other events requiring larger community spaces. Municipalities and non-profit organizations are often the primary providers of these
The Government of Canada’s Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF) is now accepting applications through the Local Impact Stream. The intent of the Local Impact Stream is to provide support to small projects that create economic benefits through the creation, improvement, or modernization of
RMA has submitted feedback to the Canadian Infrastructure Council to inform their development of the second National Infrastructure Assessment (NIA) report. RMA’s feedback was centered on the unique realities of rural infrastructure asset management and reinforces the importance of practical, scalable approaches that reflect rural municipal
