Government of Alberta Announces Water Availability Engagement
Engagement seeks information on how to enhance water management system to improve water availability The Government of Alberta is seeking input on new policies, regulatory tools, and potential amendments to the Water Act to increase water availability. The goal of the engagement appears to be to increase the amount of water available for use while […]
RMA’s Legislative Update: Week of October 28 to 31, 2024
The first session of the 31st Legislature resumed on October 28, 2024, and the RMA’s weekly Legislative Updates will once again provide a brief overview of the legislative action and bill activity most relevant to our members. The RMA expects a busy session with multiple government bills and amendments being introduced. Stay tuned for further […]
RMA 2023 – 2024 Annual Report Now Available
The 2023 – 2024 RMA Annual Report and Financial Statements are available for member information in advance of the upcoming Annual General Meeting In adhering to the RMA’s values of transparency and accountability, we are pleased to share our 2023 – 2024 Annual Report. The 2023 – 2024 Annual Report provides an update on the RMA’s […]
How to Report a Claim
Whether you are dealing with a personal or commercial loss, there is no such thing as a standard claim. Although your insurer has dedicated staff to help process your claim, knowing what you should do before you contact your insurer will help the claim proceed quickly and smoothly. Once the emergency has been dealt with […]
REVISED Resolutions package for the RMA 2024 Fall Convention
The resolutions package released on Oct 16 for the RMA 2024 Fall Convention has been revised to include a missing resolution and the addition of a secondary sponsoring municipality to an existing resolution. The revised resolutions package that will be presented during the resolution session at the RMA 2024 Fall Convention is now available. The […]
Monthly Resolution Update – October 2024
To improve reporting on resolution advocacy, the RMA is releasing a monthly bulletin highlighting recent actions undertaken on select active resolutions The Monthly Resolution Update Bulletin is intended to routinely highlight a selection of the over 70 currently active resolutions, offering members a more detailed insight into the work being carried out on their behalf. […]
Police Funding Model Survey: What We Heard
The Police Funding Model (PFM) is set to expire on March 31, 2025. It is currently unknown when or if the Government of Alberta (GOA) will conduct engagement with municipalities in advance of renewing the PFM. In preparation for possible upcoming engagement, the RMA conducted a PFM survey to better understand member perspectives on the […]
Applications Open for the Small Community Opportunity Program
Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation opened applications for the Small Community Opportunity Program The Government of Alberta has opened applications for the second intake of the Small Community Opportunity Program (SCOP), which will provide grants for non-profits, Indigenous and small communities to help build capacity in agriculture, small business, and local development. The SCOP provides grants […]
Government of Alberta Contemplates Legislative Changes Affecting Intermunicipal Collaboration Frameworks
The province has indicated legislative amendments impacting Intermunicipal Collaboration Frameworks (ICFs) are likely to be tabled during the Spring 2025 Legislative Session The Government of Alberta has informed the RMA that amendments to the Municipal Government Act (MGA) pertaining to ICFs are expected to be introduced in the spring. If introduced, changes would likely impact […]
RMA Releases Report on Rural Volunteerism in Alberta
The report was completed in partnership with the Alberta Centre for Sustainable Rural Communities The RMA has heard from several members that in recent years, levels of volunteerism have declined among rural residents. When voluntary organizations struggle to recruit volunteers, all aspects of their operations are compromised, including service delivery, fundraising, administrative functions, and others. […]