Healthy Futures Webinar Series
Supporting vibrant, healthy communities through policy Municipalities can improve the quality of life and well-being of their residents by using policy to create bright, vibrant communities where healthy choices are easier. RMA, AUMA, and the Alberta Policy Coalition for Chronic Disease Prevention (APCCP) are pleased to host a series of educational webinars on using policy […]
Updated ICF Workbook Now Available
RMA and AUMA have updated the ICF Workbook to include current ICF and IDP requirements based on changes made in Bill 25 In 2018, RMA and AUMA, with support from Alberta Municipal Affairs, collaborated to develop an Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework Workbook to support Alberta municipalities in completing ICFs and IDPs that were mandatory based on […]
Plug into FCM’s Western Economic Solutions Taskforce (WEST)
Western municipal leaders are on the front lines of economic uncertainty. Every day, people in our communities are losing their livelihoods, their homes, and their hopes for the future. As the governments closest to daily life, municipalities are working to find solutions. That’s why the RMA is pleased to represent rural Alberta on the Western […]
Prompt Payment Legislation Survey
Service Alberta is undertaking a stakeholder consultation to explore the possibility of introducing amendments to the Builders Lien Act to address issues with delayed payment in Alberta’s construction industry. This initiative will continue through Spring 2020 and seeks to obtain information from industry stakeholders through a number of channels. In addition to face-to-face meetings and […]
2019 Final Livestock Tax Deferral Provision Information Posted
Information on tax deferrals for areas facing drought and flood conditions that negatively affect livestock producers now available Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has released a map showing the areas eligible for the 2019 Livestock Tax Deferral Provision. This list is now finalized for 2019. The Livestock Tax Deferral Provision allows farmers who sell part of […]
Healthy Futures Webinar Series – Webinar Recording Now Available
AUMA, RMA, and the Alberta Policy Coalition for Chronic Disease Prevention (APCCP) are pleased to host a series of educational webinars on using policy to support community health and well-being. The first webinar, Smoking and Vaping: Policy Options for Municipalities, took place on Thursday, February 13, with the following speakers: Kayla Atkey, Alberta Policy Coalition […]
New Farmers’ Advocate Office Advisories
The Farmers’ Advocate Office (FAO) was established by Alberta Agriculture in 1973, and today serves as an advocate for rural Albertans. The FAO addresses issues related landowner rights, disputes between farmers and other individuals, rules for the sale of farm implements, and general advocacy for the concerns of rural landowners. The FAO released four advisories […]
Railway Grade Crossing Updates
Transport Canada has provided information for municipalities regarding the Grade Crossings Regulations (GCR). As the local road manager, municipalities are responsible for assessing their grade crossings and for determining whether any modifications are required for items that are within their area of responsibility, such as the road approach. They should also contact the respective railway […]
RMA Submission on Alberta’s Fair Deal Panel
Read RMA’s full submission to Alberta’s Fair Deal Panel RMA has submitted input to the Fair Deal Panel, which has been an initiative by the Government of Alberta to consult with Albertans on measures to secure a fair deal from the federal government for the province. The Fair Deal Panel is exploring nine specific areas: […]
Apply for the 2020 Minister’s Awards for Municipal Excellence
The Honourable Kaycee Madu, Minister of Municipal Affairs, is pleased to announce the 2020 Minister’s Awards for Municipal Excellence. The 19th annual awards recognize municipal government excellence and promotes knowledge sharing among municipalities. For the 2020 program, submissions will be accepted in the following categories: Partnership (open to all municipalities) Award will be given for […]