Initial 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 initial areas eligible for the 2019 Livestock Tax Deferral Provision. The Livestock Tax Deferral Provision allows farmers who sell part of their breeding herd due to drought […]
Alberta Safe Beach Protocol Now Available
Updated revision on water quality indicators and standards for beach water quality Alberta Health has worked with internal and external partners to revise the water quality indicators and standards for beach water quality. The Safe Beach Protocol provides Albertans with a clear understanding of the management of recreational waters in Alberta. The Safe Beach Protocol […]
Provide Feedback on Water for Life Strategy Implementation
The Water for Life strategy is a provincial water strategy adopted by Cabinet in November 2003. Since then, the Government of Alberta renewed the strategy in 2008 and released a Water for Life Action Plan in 2009. The Alberta Water Council (AWC) is reviewing the Water for Life strategy and is seeking input from municipalities and other stakeholders. The review focuses […]
Check out RMA’s Resolution Resources
Looking for an old resolution or need tips on resolution-writing? Visit the RMA website! As members begin the process of preparing resolutions for upcoming district meetings and the Fall 2019 Convention, RMA recommends using the tools available on the resolution section of the RMA website. Click on the links below to learn more: Resolutions Database […]
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Training Workshop – Register Now
Workshop being offered by Reynolds Mirth Richards & Farmer LLP in Edmonton August 28 Reynolds Mirth Richards & Farmer LLP (RMRF) is hosting a one-day training workshop for Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) clerks and members on August 28. Amendments to the Municipal Government Act now require SDAB clerks and members to undergo mandatory […]
Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC) becomes a Regional Climate Advisor for Alberta
MCCAC offering free resources and services to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in municipalities In July 2019, the MCCAC was appointed by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) to serve as the Regional Climate Advisor for Alberta. The MCCAC will support the FCM and the ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability (ICLEI Canada) Partners for […]
Government of Alberta Planning Tool Supports Engagement with Indigenous Communities
Provincial mapping tool supports engagement with Indigenous Communities The Government of Alberta offers an online mapping tool that supports industry and municipalities by identifying areas where Indigenous communities may be affected by land and resource development decisions. The Landscape Analysis Indigenous Relations Tool (LAIRT) is located within the Landscape Analysis Tool (LAT) and is an […]
Resolution Deadline for Fall 2019 Convention
Resolutions must be submitted to RMA by Friday, October 18, 2019 to be added to the Fall 2019 resolution order paper With district meetings approaching, RMA is reminding members of the important role resolutions play in guiding the association’s advocacy efforts. To maximize these efforts, having well-written resolutions that are clear, concise, and include pertinent […]
Consultations Open for New Farm Safety Legislation
Survey open until August 31, 2019 The Government of Alberta has initiated an engagement process as part of their plan to repeal the Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act (Bill 6) and replace it with the Farm Freedom and Safety Act. Alberta Agriculture and Forestry has opened a survey to engage Alberta farmers, […]
Miscellaneous Maintenance of your Facility
We understand that the regular everyday operations of your facility can be hard enough to keep up with, let alone all the little maintenance projects that come with trying to keep things running smoothly. Our bulletin this month focuses on the little projects that, if not kept up with, can lead to big losses down […]