Updated Broadband Coverage Map Available
Map provides information on underserved areas as identified by CRTC The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has released an updated map indicating areas of Canada served and not served by 50 Mbps download/10Mbps upload speeds, which have been set as the universal broadband service objective across Canada and will be used to determine funding […]
Apply Now for Funding Under the Alberta Municipal Solar Program
The Municipal Climate Change Action Centre is a partnership between the RMA, the Government of Alberta, and the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association. The Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC) is pleased to announce an extension of funding and updates to the Alberta Municipal Solar Program (AMSP). Thanks to additional funding from the Government of Alberta, […]
Update on Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Training
Fee for services training sessions available through Brownlee LLP and Reynolds Mirth Richards and Farmer Recent changes to the Municipal Government Act (MGA) include a requirement for Subdivision and Appeal Board (SDAB) members and clerks to undergo mandatory training before April 1, 2019 based on a standard program developed by Municipal Affairs. Municipal Affairs hosted SDAB training courses in […]
Alberta Nutrition Report Card Webinar Recording Available
The Report Card includes several sections related to municipalities RMA and the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) recently hosted the first of a two-part webinar series on the Alberta Nutrition Report Card. The webinar featured the following speakers: Kim Raine, University of Alberta Michelle Louie, Alberta Policy Coalition for Chronic Disease Prevention Krista Milford, University […]
RMA Fall 2018 Convention is Right Around the Corner!
Convention kicks off next week – here’s what you need to know! The RMA Fall 2018 Convention will take place November 19 – 22 at the Shaw Conference Centre with a packed agenda. Here are some highlights to make this a great convention experience. Check out the convention app for up to date information on […]
Alberta Municipal Affairs Seeking Mediators and Arbitrators
The deadline to apply is November 27, 2018. Alberta Municipal Affairs is currently opening its roster of private sector mediators, arbitrators and med/arb practitioners for its Intermunicipal Relations dispute resolution program. This dispute resolution program provides opportunities for municipalities to utilize the services of mediators, arbitrators and med/arb practitioners to resolve intermunicipal disputes and those […]
Municipal Government Act (MGA) Change Management Support from RMA
Municipal Affairs has provided grant funding to RMA and the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) to develop resources and support municipalities through the transition period. The Municipal Government Act (MGA) provides guidance through legislation on how municipalities operate, and is one of the most significant and far-reaching statutes in Alberta. The MGA affects every Albertan, the private sector, and municipalities. […]
Resolutions for the RMA Fall 2018 Convention Now Available
The resolutions that will be presented during the resolutions session at the RMA Fall 2018 Convention are now available. See the attachment to this resolution for the complete resolution package. Emergent Resolutions A member bulletin was distributed October 24, 2018 advising of the emergent resolution process. If the RMA Resolution Committee deems a resolution to […]
FCM Launches “Reliable Internet for Everyone” Campaign
The campaign calls for the development of a national broadband strategy and long-term federal investment in broadband infrastructure The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) has launched the “Reliable Internet for Everyone Campaign.” The campaign calls on the Government of Canada to take a leadership position in improving access to internet for the two million Canadians […]
RMA Annual Report 2017-18 Now Available
The 2017-18 RMA Annual Report and Financials are available for member information. In adhering to our values of transparency and accountability, the RMA is pleased to share our 2017-18 Annual Report. It was a busy year, highlighted by the rebrand of the organization from the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties to the Rural […]