AAMDC Salutes Fort McMurray
Albertans won’t soon forget the wildfire that ravaged Fort McMurray and the RM of Wood Buffalo a year ago today that caused billions of dollars in damage and left thousands of families without homes.
Feedback Process for Recommendations Related to Fisheries Act
In March 2017, the federal Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans released a report on their review the Fisheries Act, which included recommendations for changes to the Act.
AAMDC Briefing on Bill 8 – An Act To Strengthen Municipal Government
The Government of Alberta has recently tabled Bill 8 – An Act To Strengthen Municipal Governmentwhich proposes additional amendments to the Municipal Government Act (MGA) in addition to a number of other existing pieces of legislation.
Provide Input into the CRTC’s Broadband Funding Program
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has opened consultations on the design of its upcoming $750 million fund for the enhancement of rural broadband across Canada.
Feedback Process for Recommendations Related to Navigation Protection Act
In March 2017, the federal Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure, and Communitiesreleased a report on their review the Navigation Protection Act, which included recommendations for changes to the Act.
Government of Canada Introduces Legislation to Legalize Cannabis
On April 13, the Government of Canada introduced Bill C-45 (the Cannabis Act). Bill C-45 proposes developing a legal framework around the production, distribution, and retail sale of cannabis for recreational use.
Update on Proposed Floodway Development Regulation
The Flood Recovery and Reconstruction Act was enacted in December 2013 initiating amendments to the Municipal Government Act that would provide for regulation making powers to control or prohibit development in a floodway, and a provision to exempt floodway development in municipalities where it already exists.
Spring 2017 Convention Highlights
With the Spring 2017 convention behind us, we would like to share with you this spring convention’s highlights.
AAMDC Submission on Species at Risk Policies
The implications of the Species at Risk Act (SARA) has been identified as a priority by AAMDC members through the endorsement of several resolutions.
FCM’s Climate and Asset Management Network Now Taking Applications
Applications are now open for FCM’s Climate and Asset Management Network, which provides peer-learning opportunities, grant funding, and training to help municipalities better integrate climate and sustainability goals into asset management approaches.