Environment and Climate Change Canada is seeking feedback from stakeholders Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is developing a Management Plan for Yellow Banded Bumble Bee in Canada, which is listed as a species of
On February 14, 2022, the RMA hosted a presentation and Q&A session with senior representatives from Alberta and Environment and Parks (AEP). This session covered the ministry’s progress on working to fulfill the vision of
RMA is hosting the last two webinars in the RMA 101 series The RMA released RMA 101 in January 2022 to familiarize and orient new RMA members with the association. Throughout February, RMA staff have
Canadian Internet Registration Authority makes grants for up to $100,000 available The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) has launched its Community Investment Program Grants. Grants of up to $100,000 are available for non-profit organizations, registered
RMA’s submission highlights priority budget items for rural municipalities In advance of the 2022 provincial budget, RMA has provided a submission to the Government of Alberta. RMA’s budget submission provides input based on five themes:
The guide provides easy access to recommended RMA questions for members to ask during police transition engagement sessions To continue supporting members as they attend Government of Alberta engagement sessions regarding the Alberta Provincial Police
The RMA 2022 Spring Convention will take place March 14 – 16, 2022 at the Edmonton Convention Centre in person, with no virtual component. We look forward to welcoming our elected officials, members, and guests
The federal government is seeking feedback on new measures to reduce pollution from Canada’s landfills The federal government recently released a discussion paper titled Reducing Methane Emissions from Canada’s Municipal Solid Waste Landfills. The purpose
The federal government is seeking feedback on new measure to reduce pollution from Canada’s landfills Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is seeking feedback on the draft Landfill Methane Recovery and Destruction Protocol developed for
Position statements provide a concise overview of the RMA’s positions on key policy areas The RMA takes pride in representing the rural municipal perspective to government decision-makers, industry, and other stakeholders. As part of its
Many may remember the iconic sledding scene from the National Lampoon’s movie, Christmas Vacation, where the character Clark Griswold (played by actor Chevy Chase) is eager to try his newly waxed sled. The sled ultimately
Committee tasked with providing advice to Minister of Health on solutions to challenges facing Alberta’s emergency medical services system The RMA has joined the Alberta EMS Provincial Advisory Committee (AEPAC). AEPAC was recently formed by
The course builds on foundations learned in Munis 101 The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) is excited to announce a virtual offering of Municipal Corporate Planning and Finance. Understanding municipal finances is fundamental to the
Environment and Climate Change Canada is seeking feedback on Schedule 1 of SARA Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is inviting stakeholders to comment on potential amendments to the List of Wildlife Species at Risk
Register for the RMA 101 webinars on resolutions, engagement, priority issues, and business services to learn more about the association The RMA released RMA 101 earlier this month to familiarize and orient new RMA members
Alberta Infrastructure has released a blueprint for future infrastructure projects In December 2021, the Government of Alberta (GOA) released Building Forward: Alberta’s 20-Year Strategic Capital Plan. Under Bill 73: Infrastructure Accountability Act, the GOA is
