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Advocacy
2 Jun 2022

Register for the next IAMA workshop and learn about road condition ratings, setting service levels in First Nations, a case study on the Town of Blackfalds’ asset management journey, and other topics Infrastructure Asset Management

Advocacy
2 Jun 2022

The survey results will be used by the Government of Alberta to help shape the Local Government Fiscal Framework On May 16, Municipal Affairs launched the engagement for the program design of the Local Government

Insurance
27 May 2022

RMA Insurance has been working on updating the policy change forms in the past year. These updated forms now include fields for information required by the insurance companies. Please discontinue using any old forms you

Advocacy
26 May 2022

Following the endorsement of resolutions by RMA members, the RMA forwards the resolutions to the appropriate provincial or federal ministry or organization for an initial response. Based on the response received, the RMA assigns the

Insurance
20 May 2022

RMA Insurance is excited to announce a new, easy-to-use tool when renting out facilities Now that buildings are opening back up again and in-person events are increasing, RMA Insurance is excited to announce a new

Advocacy
20 May 2022

The RMA and ABmunis are co-hosting an event to share information from the RCMP Join Chief Superintendent Peter Tewfik to learn all about the RCMP’s new Community Safety and Well-Being Branch. This branch works towards

Advocacy
20 May 2022

The MGA was amended in 2020 to require municipalities to establish joint use and planning agreements with school boards The Municipal Government Act (MGA) requires municipalities to enter into joint use and planning agreements (JUPAs)

Advocacy
16 May 2022

The course builds on foundations learned in Munis 101 Collaboration is key for the long-term success of municipalities. The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) is pleased to offer its Regional Partnerships and Collaboration Course virtually

Advocacy
9 May 2022

The course builds on foundations learned in Munis 101 Most intermunicipal collaboration frameworks (ICFs) are complete, but the need for collaboration is not. The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) is delivering its highly rated Regional

Advocacy
5 May 2022

The Alberta Municipal Health and Safety Association is hosting free sessions for rural first responders The Alberta Municipal Health and Safety Association (AMHSA) is hosting a free program to support Alberta’s rural first responders. This

Advocacy
5 May 2022

Review will address health and environmental protection The Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) is undertaking a consultation to address elements of the Pest Control Products Act. The intent of the review is to achieve three

Advocacy
5 May 2022

The Federation of Canadian Municipalities is providing funding for initiatives that support women’s participation in local leadership The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) is continuing to foster gender parity and more diversity in municipal government

Advocacy
2 May 2022

The course builds on foundations learned in Munis 101 Understanding council’s role in land use planning and development approvals is critical for both new and experienced elected officials. The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) Land

Advocacy
2 May 2022

The 2022 application term is now open and closes August 31, 2022 In recognition of the importance of an educated population to the future well-being of rural communities, the RMA established the RMA Post-Secondary Scholarship

Advocacy
26 Apr 2022

The course builds on foundations learned in Munis 101 Land use planning is one of the fundamental roles of municipalities, yet few municipal councillors are elected to office with much experience in this area. The

Advocacy
26 Apr 2022

The Advocacy Report Card provides updates and statuses for all active resolutions The RMA is pleased to provide members with an update on advocacy efforts through the Winter 2022 Advocacy Report Card. The Advocacy Report