As the final component of the “Losing Bet” campaign, RMA has released a community guide to support member advocacy. The current charitable gaming model is a “Losing Bet” for rural Alberta. The model requires rural
The Government of Alberta has developed a Wildfire Reporting Tool and is hosting an information and training session to teach municipalities how to use the new tool. The Government of Alberta is responsible for mitigating
The Rural Economic Development Toolkit is a great tool to help ramp up economic development efforts or launch an economic development advisory committee in your community. The RMA’s Rural Economic Development Toolkit is now live!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NISKU, ALBERTA, MARCH 12, 2025 – The Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) has conducted a member survey identifying that as of December 31, 2024, at least $253.9 million of municipal property taxes
In response to the tariffs imposed on Canada by the United States this week, RMA President Kara Westerlund has made the following statement: The United States’ blanket 25% tariffs on Canada, along with the 10%
Be ready to vote on the Board Governance Review Committee’s recommendations at RMA’s 2025 Spring Convention In order to operate effectively and remain accountable to members, RMA is committed to undertaking a review of the
International Women’s Day is a global day to celebrate and honor the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and girls. At RMA, we are proud to have three great women leaders as a
The Government of Alberta recently filed the Provincial Priorities Regulation with the King’s Printer and intends to bring the Provincial Priorities Act and Regulation into force on April 1, 2025. The Provincial Priorities Act, 2024
The RMA’s Wildfire Working Group (WWG) met throughout the summer of 2024 and again in January 2025 to develop a strategy to manage wildfires outside the Forest Protection Area (FPA), as requested by RMA resolution
The Government of Alberta is organizing a review of the Land and Property Rights Tribunal to improve efficiency and effectiveness. The Land and Property Rights Tribunal (LPRT) is responsible for decisions related to land use
The Government of Alberta is gathering input regarding the Police Review Commission. The Police Review Commission (PRC) is a new agency that will independently investigate complaints against the police in Alberta. The PRC was created
As the final component of the “Losing Bet” campaign, RMA is releasing a report on charitable gaming in Alberta. The current charitable gaming model is a “losing bet” for rural Alberta. The model requires
Effective public engagement is key to fostering transparency, inclusivity, and trust in municipal decision-making. Registration is now open for the Elected Official’s Education Program (EOEP) Public Engagement online course. Students in this course will: This
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
Know a new parent or have a new baby? Here’s a new to rural resource to help with questions. RMA members have endorsed several resolutions with the goal to increase primary health services in rural
As we prepare for another wildfire season in Alberta, it is always a good idea to ensure you are ready if an emergency arises. Here are some steps to take to help get everyone ready
