After a prolonged hiatus, your Legislative Update returns! These bulletins summarize and explain the important and relevant details of upcoming law in Alberta, as well as important points from the debates between elected Members of
The Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission has released a schedule of public meetings in January to seek feedback on their interim report. On October 27, 2025, the Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission submitted their interim report on
Affordability and Utilities is hosting a nuclear energy webinar for municipalities on December 2nd The Government of Alberta Ministry of Affordability and Utilities is continuing to engage on the future of nuclear energy in Alberta,
RMA is evaluating Bill 8 and how it will impact rural municipalities Tabled on November 25th, 2025, Bill 8: Utilities Statutes Amendment Act purports to pave the way for data centres to bring their own
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
RMA created a resource to help members understand the progress of the Alberta Sheriffs Police Service. Through a series of legislative changes, the Government of Alberta has been making progress in establishing a new policing
The AHPP provides funding for public, non-profit, and private-sector housing providers for innovative and sustainable affordable housing projects. The Government of Alberta has opened applications for funding under the Affordable Housing Partnership Program (AHPP), which
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) elects new members to its Board of Directors to advance RMA’s mission and advocate for rural communities. November 20, 2025, NISKU, AB – Rural Municipalities of Alberta
The Government of Alberta has introduced Bill 7: Water Amendment Act, 2025, alongside their ongoing water availability engagement. These initiatives aim to modernize Alberta’s water management system while addressing growing demand and recurring drought conditions. Bill 7
Olds College has released a survey to understand how to best deliver rural planning content. Olds College is collecting feedback on how to improve the rural planning content of the Environmental Science & Technology Diploma Program to ensure that it continues to meet the
Rural Albertans encounter significant access to receiving fair, safe, and affordable dental care when sedation is needed. The RMA recently met with the Alberta Dental Sedation Society (ADSS) to discuss how improving access to dental
Plan Ahead A key factor to making your winter events successful is having a well-developed plan in place. Focus on the structure of the leadership team, vendor policies, event security, and insurance needs for the
The application period is closing soon for Drought and Flood Protection Program funding The Government of Alberta’s Drought and Flood Protection Program (DFPP) is a multi-year grant program that provides funding to help municipalities, improvement
The Commission’s interim report outlines proposed adjustments to Alberta’s electoral boundaries, including several changes relevant to rural ridings. The Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission (AEBC) has released its Interim Report, outlining proposed changes to provincial constituency
The Government of Alberta introduced Bill 4, which takes several steps to enable the Alberta Sheriffs Police Service. On October 30, 2025, the Government of Alberta introduced Bill 4: The Public Safety and Emergency Services
These bulletins summarize and explain the important and relevant details of upcoming law in Alberta, as well as important points from the debates between elected Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) as they create legislation
