Rural Alberta is the backbone of the provincial economy. 28% of Alberta’s GDP comes from economic activity within RMA member municipalities, and it’s time for the province to invest in Alberta’s economy and prosperity by
Resolutions must be submitted by February 18 to be added to the Spring 2026 resolution order paper With district meetings approaching and some underway, the RMA is reminding members of the important role resolutions play in guiding the association’s advocacy efforts. To maximize these efforts,
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
RMA’s Submission is in response to the Commission’s interim report, and focuses on the need for greater focus on protecting effective representation in rural Alberta. RMA has submitted written feedback on the Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission’s (AEBC’s) Interim Report. The Government of Alberta
In February 2024, the Minister of Affordability and Utilities requested that the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) pursue standardized setbacks for renewable infrastructure in the province. In response, the AUC consulted on appropriate setbacks from residences
What Happened in the PowerSchool Breach In December 2024, the educational software company PowerSchool experienced a significant cyber attack, which became known on December 28. An unauthorized person accessed personal information through their customer support
NISKU, ALBERTA, January 15, 2026 – The Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) has launched Closing the Gap: The Rural Infrastructure Funding Deficit, a five‑week public awareness and advocacy campaign intended to highlight and propose solutions
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 waste landfills. Landfills Required to Meet the New Requirements
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
