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 […]
Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Rural Election Priorities Released
Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) releases rural priorities for upcoming 2019 federal election As the 2019 federal election approaches, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) is calling on all federal parties to commit to building a “rural lens” into their platforms. Rural issues matter to all Canadians and it is important for the federal government […]
RMA Fall 2019 Convention Update
Convention is fast approaching, book your rooms now! The RMA Fall 2019 Convention will take place November 13 – 15, 2019 at the Edmonton Convention Centre. Room blocks have been secured at a number of preferred convention hotels, and we recommend you book your accommodation soon. Hotel shuttles will run between preferred convention hotels at […]