Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) Training
As per the Municipal Government Act (MGA), it is mandatory for training to be taken before April 1, 2019 The MGA includes a requirement for SDAB members and clerks to undergo mandatory training based on a standard program approved by the Minister of Municipal Affairs. SDAB training will ensure that hearing practices are consistent across […]
What You Need to Know About Bill 18
The Statutes Amendment Act creates clarifying amendments to the Municipal Government Act (MGA) The Government of Alberta passed Bill 18, the Statutes Amendment Act, on June 5, 2018 and it received Royal Asset on June 11, 2018. With this legislation now in force, RMA would like to share the details of the MGA and the […]
Which Environmental and Conservation Ideas are Rising to the Top?
Here is a list of the current issues and ideas to vote on as part of the Community Conserve project. Municipalities don’t have access to good wetlands data (43 votes) Environment, conservation and alignment with regional plans (32 votes) The impact of the new MGA on municipalities’ environmental responsibilities is unclear (26 votes) Are there […]
RMA Resolutions Database Now Available
RMA’s newly redeveloped Resolutions Database is now available at rmalberta.com. RMA recognizes the important role the database plays in making available resolution information to members and the public, and in supporting the resolution-writing process. The database includes active and archived resolutions, and is searchable by year, resolution sponsor, status, and keyword. Although the Resolutions Database […]
RMA Response to Greyhound Announcement
Nisku, AB, July 10, 2018 – The Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) is disappointed with the recent announcement by Greyhound to discontinue services to our rural communities; however, we recognize that limited use of these services has resulted in a non-viable business model for Greyhound. “The recent announcement by Greyhound to discontinue services creates a […]
New Alberta SuperNet Operator Selected
The Government of Alberta has finalized an agreement with Bell to operate the Alberta SuperNet The Government of Alberta has finalized an agreement with Bell to operate the Alberta SuperNet. This agreement is the culmination of a procurement process that began in 2016. At this time, details of the agreement are not yet available. According […]
RMA, AUMA and IAMA Receive Second Round of MAMP Asset Management Funding
The funding will allow the organizations to build on their recently completed asset management courses RMA, in collaboration with the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) and Infrastructure Asset Management Alberta (IAMA) have received funding under the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP) to develop and deliver a second round of asset […]
Farm and Ranch Occupational Health and Safety
New Occupational Health and Safety Act in effect as of June 1, 2018 with industry specific rules being rolled out December 1, 2018 The Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act In response to the original tabling of Bill 6, producer groups from across the crop and livestock sector met on January 22nd, 2016 […]
Local Authorities Election Act Consultation Underway
The Government of Alberta wants to hear from YOU! On June 20, 2018, the Government of Alberta announced consultation with stakeholders on amendments to the Local Authorities Election Act (LAEA) is forthcoming. On June 27, 2018, RMA participated in a stakeholder session with Municipal Affairs. The LAEA establishes the framework for local elections in the […]
Cannabis Legalization Date Set for October 17, 2018
Senate vote in favour of Bill C-45 leads to Royal Assent of the Cannabis Act Municipalities should be aware that the legalization date has been determined, and is now officially set for October 17, 2018. Although the legalization of recreational cannabis was originally planned for implementation July 1, 2018, municipalities now have additional time to […]