Community Conserve Project to Support Municipalities Officially Launched
A new way now exists for Alberta municipalities to pool their resources to address common environmental and conservation issues.
Webinar and Survey on Renewable Energy Decision Making
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF), through a 6-question survey and an online mapping exercise, is hoping to gain a better understanding of the critical community needs or cultural values that should be accounted for in decision making for renewable energy projects, including identifying specific areas of interest for agriculture, forestry, recreation, aesthetic or other uses and values.
Resources for Municipalities on Wind Energy in Alberta
As part of the Alberta Climate Leadership Plan, the Government of Alberta has set a target to meet 30% of the province’s electricity needs through renewable energy by 2030.
Alberta Water Council Releases Report Highlighting Review of Water for Life Implementation Progress: 2012-2015
The Alberta Water Council (AWC) recently released a report highlighting recent successes in provincial water management in alignment with Alberta’s Water for Life goals.
Progress to Support Brownfield Development Underway
The AAMDC has continued to advocate for the Government of Alberta to enable brownfield redevelopment, which supports environmental stewardship and economic development in Alberta’s municipalities.
2017 Municipal Election Supplies
The next Municipal Election in Alberta will happen on October 16, 2017.
Government of Alberta Status Update on Professional Signoff for Regulatory Documents under the Alberta Wetland Policy
The Alberta Wetland Policy provides regulatory direction to conserve, restore, protect and manage wetlands in Alberta.
Munis 101: For all Your Post-Election Training Needs!
The amended MGA will require municipalities to offer training to all new and returning elected officials within 90 days after council members have taken the oath of office.
Register for the EOEP’s Emergency Preparedness Planning Course
The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) will be offering Dealing with Disaster Before It Hits: Emergency Preparedness Planning on June 12, 2017 in Okotoks
Municipal Asset Management Program Now Accepting Applications
The FCM’s Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP) is now accepting applications from municipalities for a wide range of asset management activities