Lessons from Germany on a Renewable Energy Economy: An opportunity to speak with Professor Dr. Manfred Fischedick
The University of Calgary, in partnership with the AAMDC, is hosting the opportunity to discuss renewable energy transitions with one of Germany’s foremost experts in the area. Dr. Manfred Fischedick is the Vice President at the Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy…
Energy Futures Roadshow – Call for Expressions of Interest
9The Energy Futures Lab is seeking expressions of interest from communities as part of their Energy Futures Roadshow. The Energy Futures Lab is a diverse network of over 60 innovators and organizations working collaboratively to take action in response to the question: How can Alberta’s position in today’s energy system serve as a platform for transitioning to […]
MGA Tools and Resources for Municipalities
The AAMDC, in partnership with the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) and Alberta Municipal Affairs, has been working to develop change management resources to support municipalities in implementing new requirements under the revised Municipal Government Act (MGA).
AAMDC Survey on Rural Recreation
The AAMDC is surveying members on rural recreation.
SAVE THE DATE: Regional Intermunicipal Collaborative Framework (ICF) Training Sessions
Alberta Municipal Affairs is planning a number of upcoming ICF/IDP workshops and though final details are not complete, the dates and locations are being advertised so attendees can save the date in their calendars.
AAMDC Report on Board Governance Review Committee Recommendations Now Available
he AAMDC Board Governance Review Committee (BGRC) released their final report and recommendations to members prior to the AAMDC Spring 2017 Convention.
Check Out the AAMDC’s Get to Know Your Association Workshop at the Spring 2018 Convention
To provide members with an opportunity to better understand how the AAMDC operates and the type of work it undertakes on behalf of members, the AAMDC will be hosting a Get to Know Your Association workshop as one of three simultaneous workshop offerings on the morning of Wednesday, March 21 at 8:30am in Salon 12 of the meeting level of the Shaw Conference Centre during the AAMDC Spring 2018 Convention.
Updated Information on Connect to Innovate Program
On December 15, 2016, the Government of Canada announced the Connect to Innovate (CTI)program, which provides up to $500 million in funding by 2021 for enhancing rural broadband infrastructure across Canada.
Resolutions for the AAMDC Spring 2018 Convention Now Available
The resolutions that will be presented during the resolutions session at the AAMDC Spring 2018 Convention are now available.
Call for Applications: Federal Task Force to Support Just Transition for Coal Power Workers and Communities
The Government of Canada has committed to phasing out coal-fired electricity generation by 2030 to reduce the emissions of greenhouse gases.