Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) members maintain a vast infrastructure network that provides services to rural residents and the industries that drive Alberta. Over the last decade, the condition of rural road, bridge, and utility infrastructure has steadily declined
RMA requests member input to ensure accurate tracking of unpaid taxes. RMA’s annual unpaid oil and gas tax survey is now open. The survey provides essential, member‑driven data that strengthens RMA’s advocacy on the ongoing issue of unpaid
RMA’s input focuses on rural funding priorities across four key themes. The Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) has submitted input to the Government of Alberta as part of the Budget 2026 consultation process. RMA continues its long‑standing commitment to ensuring that
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) have released the final Landfill Methane Regulations (LMR), published in the Canada Gazette, Part II on December 31, 2025. These regulations aim to reduce methane emissions from municipal solid
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) has released one new Standard, four new Codes of Practice, and updates its six existing Codes of Practice for the guidance on municipal projects taking place in or near water. These standards provide a framework on how to carry out routine
As our world evolves to include the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI), it is crucial that municipalities have a framework for the ethical, transparent, and effective use of AI. AI can help increase efficiency by
The new PFM makes several notable changes to the existing formula. The Police Funding Model (PFM) was implemented in April 2020 and redistributes a portion of frontline policing costs from the Government of Alberta (GOA) to municipalities
The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) has released revised editions of Directive 071: Emergency Preparedness and Response and Manual 026, along with new emergency management forms. These revised editions are not yet in effect; the February 2023 versions remain current until required rule amendments
As new rural elected officials continue to settle into their roles, RMA will hold a series of webinars to introduce all the association has to offer. Beginning in January, members are invited to attend an RMA
RMA recommends caution and prior planning to municipalities when investing in structured notes. RMA has been made aware of the use of structured notes as an investment tool by a financial institution. While structured notes have
Resolutions form an important part in identifying direction for the RMA’s advocacy efforts. The RMA membership endorsed the following resolutions in Fall 2025: 1-25F Funding for Protein Programs in Alberta Food Banks – Support for
These bulletins summarize and explain the important and relevant details of potential and upcoming legislation in Alberta, including important and poignant points from the debates between elected Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) as they
The Government of Alberta released the final report from Sand and Gravel Task Force. The Task Force met over the spring and summer in 2025 to identify recommendations to policies and implementation processes aimed at
Skating is an essential part of Canadian heritage and culture, with roots dating back over 200 years. Many of us have fond memories of gliding across frozen ponds or playing pickup hockey at the local
These bulletins summarize and explain the important and relevant details of potential and upcoming law in the Province of Alberta, including important and poignant points from the debates between elected Members of the Legislative Assembly
The Alberta Plastics Recycling Association (APRA) works with industry, municipalities, and government to keep plastics out of landfills. Its key efforts include expanding recycling infrastructure, promoting sustainable packaging, and supporting policies like Extended Producer Responsibility
