New Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Funding Opportunity for Municipalities
The Government of Canada is requesting project proposals for electric vehicle charging stations in public areas and on-street. The Government of Canada has introduced the Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) to address the lack of charging and refuelling stations in Canada. ZEVIP will provide funding to increase the availability of charging and zero-emission refuelling opportunities […]
Alberta Energy Regulator Seeking Input on Public Involvement in Approval Process
Alberta Energy Regulator launches 60-day review of Participant Involvement Process. The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) has released a draft of Directive XXX – Participant Involvement and is looking for public feedback within the next 60 days. The directive is part of a regulatory framework that seeks to ensure members of the public are informed about […]
Government of Alberta Launches Public Red Tape Reduction Initiative
Albertans can submit their ideas for cutting red tape through email or a fillable form The Government of Alberta has launched a red tape reporting website to enable Albertans to suggest red tape reduction opportunities and share their experiences in encountering red tape when interacting with provincial government services or processes. The website is one […]
Parliamentary Report Finds Invasive Species Protections Lacking
Federal Government news release calls for immediate government actions on aquatic invasive species On June 18, 2019, the Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans released a report that found the federal government’s protections of Canadian lakes and waterways against aquatic invasive species inadequate. The report also contains nine recommendations directing the federal government to undertake […]
Government of Alberta Electricity Market Review – Provide Your Input!
Government of Alberta launches 90-day review of Alberta’s electricity market system The Government of Alberta has committed to consult with stakeholders on whether Alberta should return to an energy-only market or create a capacity market within 90 days. Below is a short description of both models: Energy-only market – where power plants are paid only […]
Slip, Trip, and Fall Injuries
Understanding the factors to lead to slip, trip, and fall injuries Sometimes we look at quick solutions when it comes to solving problems. We do not always fully look at the causes of a problem or the system in which it exists. Many times, this is what happens when we address slip, trip, and fall […]
Alberta-Wide Launch of Mobile History App
History Check becomes an Alberta-Wide Heritage & Tourism Mobile App Friends of Historical Northern Alberta Society (FHNAS) and Impact Tourism work to preserve and promote the history of Alberta. In 2017, FHNAS and Impact Tourism launched the History Check app to show the history and uniqueness of northern Alberta’s smaller and lesser-known regions. FHNAS and […]
RMA Spring 2019 Board Member Committee Report Now Available
The report summarizes board member committee work from August 2018 to March 2019 RMA has released its Spring 2019 Board Member Committee Report. The report includes a summary of all committees on which the RMA has a board member representative. The information provided is derived from a combination of board member reporting on their committee […]
Community Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Program Update
Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC) releases program update The Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC) released an update on the Community Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Program. The update includes information on activities for April and May 2019. General Highlights: Created the MCCAC Facebook page to expand audience reach and interaction Eight opportunities for […]
Support Canadian Energy: The Launch of a Respectful Energy Dialogue
The Resource Communities of Canada Coalition (RCCC) is a collaborative group established to support the responsible development of energy infrastructure projects. Responsible resource development is essential for the future of all municipalities. The just-concluded Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Annual Conference and Trade Show, held in Quebec City, provided the ideal environment for us to […]