Have Your Say on Renewable Energy Projects
The University of Alberta is conducting a survey within municipalities on renewable energy projects. The University of Alberta is surveying municipalities to gauge their level of interest and motivation for renewable energy projects. The purpose of the survey is to help identify the demand, opportunities, and barriers regarding renewable energy projects in Canadian municipalities. The […]
RMA Minister Meetings this Week
RMA board members had the opportunity to discuss important issues for rural Alberta with three ministers this week RMA had the opportunity to meet with three Government of Alberta ministers this week. These meetings are crucial for building relationships with the new government and discussing issues of importance for rural Alberta. RMA met with Minister […]
Government of Alberta to Host Webinar on Police Costing Consultation
The Government of Alberta has begun the process of reviewing Alberta’s police costing model. This review was identified as a commitment in the UCP election platform. To guide the review, the Government of Alberta has designed a costing model that requires testing with municipalities. All municipalities should have received an invite from Alberta Justice and […]
Insurance Renewal is November 1, 2019
Please don’t delay in getting your renewal packages back to us By now, all of our members should have received their renewal packages. Many of you have compiled the requested information and returned it to us, and we thank you for your help. If you have not had a chance to complete your renewal package […]
Rural Broadband Portal Online
University of Alberta portal will allow users to research broadband issues when completing consultations The University of Alberta’s Centre for Sustainable Rural Communities (ACSRC) developed the Rural Broadband Portal. The Rural Broadband Portal is a tool that systematically sorts broadband-related literature and research for unique interventions and policy suggestions. Through the Rural Broadband Portal, the […]
Province to Release Majority of 2019 MSI Funding Through Interim Supply
Municipal funding secured in advanced of provincial budget being released this fall Municipal Affairs recently communicated that funding allocations to municipalities under the Municipal Sustainability Initiative (MSI) and the Federal Gas Tax Fund (GTF) will be made available through interim supply, in advance of the provincial budget being finalized. A total of $597 million, including […]
Provide Your Input on Alberta Health Services
The Government of Alberta is asking for feedback from the public on Alberta Health Services In a news statement on August 8, The Government of Alberta Health Minister Tyler Shandro announced a comprehensive review of Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Albertans are being asked to share their feedback. The government has chosen independent contractor Ernst […]
Provide Your Input on the Draft Conservation Agreement for Woodland Caribou
Government of Alberta seeking feedback on Conservation Agreement for Woodland Caribou (Canada- Alberta) draft The Government of Alberta is seeking feedback on a draft conservation agreement between Alberta and the Government of Canada for woodland caribou. The draft outlines actions that will be taken over the next five years to support conservation and the recovery […]
RMA Guide for Declaring Municipal Agricultural Disasters
Guide to support members for declaring municipal agricultural disasters available online In recent years, excessive moisture and drought have resulted in municipalities declaring municipal agricultural disasters. To support members in this regard, the RMA’s Guide for Declaring Municipal Agricultural Disasters in Alberta was developed. This resource was developed for municipalities to use as a tool […]
You’re Invited to the Energy Futures Roadshow in Red Deer!
Energy Future Labs invites you to a free roadshow to learn about energy transition in Red Deer The Energy Future Lab (EFL) invites you to attend the Energy Futures Roadshow to explore what an energy transition could look like for the Red Deer region. Each roadshow is designed and delivered in collaboration with the host […]