NEW MGA TOOLS – Councillor Code of Conduct: A Guide for Municipalities
The AAMDC, in partnership with the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association and Alberta Municipal Affairs, is pleased to announce the release of a tool for municipalities to implement the recent changes to the Municipal Government Act (MGA).
Spring 2018 Emergent Resolution Process Reminder
The AAMDC’s resolution deadline for the Spring 2018 Convention was Wednesday, February 14, 2018.
Asset Management Workshops for Elected Officials – Edmonton area registration open!
AAMDC and AUMA, with support from Infrastructure and Asset Management Alberta (IAMA), are excited to bring you one-day introductory asset management workshops for elected officials and senior administration!
FCM Seeking Input on Municipal Approaches to Climate Change Adaptation
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), the University of British Columbia, and the University of Waterloo have jointly launched a survey to learn more about adaptation planning in communities across Canada.
The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP), a joint venture of the AAMDC and AUMA, is Alberta’s only professional education program designed for municipally elected officials.
A recent decision by the Government of China has stiffened the rules regarding recycling materials that are sent to China.
Prioritize Professional Development This March!
The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP), a joint venture of the AAMDC and AUMA, is Alberta’s only professional education program designed for municipally elected officials.
Provide Comments on the Proposed Listing of 21 Terrestrial Species under the SARA
Environment and Climate Change Canada is inviting you to comment on the proposed amendment to Schedule 1 of the Species at Risk Act (SARA): the List of Wildlife Species at Risk_21 Terrestrial Species.
Watercourse Crossing Remediation Initiative
Alberta Environment and Parks is leading a watercourse crossing initiative to address fish habitat needs through the implementation of the Roadway Watercourse Crossing Remediation Directive.
Looking for Information on Cannabis? Start here! Have anything to share? Let us know!
The AAMDC understands that municipalities are facing uncertainty about the municipal impacts of the legalization of cannabis and may be looking for information on how to amend land-use bylaws to accommodate production and retail facilities, among much more.
District-Endorsed Resolutions Update – District 2 Resolutions
As part of the AAMDC’s resolution process, municipalities are encouraged to submit resolutions to their districts for discussion and endorsement prior to forwarding them to the AAMDC for inclusion on the resolution agenda at each convention.