Provide Input into the Development of Budget 2024

The Government of Alberta is seeking input from stakeholders and the public on priorities for the 2024 provincial budget The Government of Alberta is currently developing the 2024 provincial budget and is seeking input from stakeholders and the public. Input can be provided through the completion of a survey or a written submission. The deadline […]

Government of Alberta Launches New Oil and Gas Reclamation Pilot Projects

New oil and gas pilot projects will be launched in 2024 by the AER The Government of Alberta will be launching two programs in collaboration with the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) to help improve current reclamation certificate programs while maintaining environmental standards. These pilots will test ways to certify portions of reclaimed sites and help […]

Participate in Upcoming Engagements on Alberta Health Restructuring

Alberta Health is seeking feedback on where in-person engagement sessions should be held across the province to discuss the health care restructuring Alberta Health recently announced that Alberta Health Services will be going through a major restructuring to better deliver quality care across the province. As such, the Government of Alberta has committed to engaging […]

Register for EOEP Munis 101 Online Course

Registration is now open for the EOEP Munis 101 Online Course The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) is pleased to open registration for a 2024 offering of Munis 101. Whether you are a new or experienced municipal elected official, Munis 101 delivers the key information and strategies that you need to excel in your role such […]

RMA Members – Complete the Wildfire Impacts Survey

The RMA has released a member survey to better understand the impacts that the 2023 wildfire season had on rural municipalities Following the 2023 wildfire season and in preparation for future wildfire seasons, the RMA understands the value in bringing together impacted municipalities to discuss experiences, challenges, victories, and lessons learned. As part of this […]

Changes to RMA’s Resolutions Process

The RMA Board of Directors has approved changes to RMA’s Resolutions Process Policy Resolutions are crucial to providing members with a direct voice in determining the RMA’s advocacy priorities. While the most visible portion of the resolution process takes place during the debate and voting session at RMA conventions, the full process includes a role […]

RMA Seeking Answers on Drought Recovery Funding Gaps

The 2023 Canada-Alberta Drought Livestock Assistance program excludes many parts of the province that were impacted by drought in 2023 Applications are now open for the 2023 Canada-Alberta Drought Livestock Assistance (CADLA) program, which is intended to provide financial relief to livestock producers impacted by the drought that occurred in much of the province in […]

Moisture Deficiency Insurance and Endorsement Programs

The Agriculture Financial Services Corporation is encouraging agricultural producers to enroll in Moisture Deficiency programs The Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) is encouraging agricultural producers to enroll in the Moisture Deficiency Insurance (MDI) and Moisture Deficiency Endorsement (MDE) programs. MDI is an insurance program where the client insures native, improved, bush, or community pasture. MDE […]

Rural Transit Solutions Fund Now Accepting Applications

Infrastructure Canada is now accepting applications for the Planning and Design Projects stream of the Rural Transit Solutions Fund The Rural Transit Solutions Fund is a federal program intended to support the development of transit solutions in rural and remote communities. This fund supports the development of locally-driven transit solutions that will help people living […]

Duane Gladden Appointed as CEO & Executive Director of the RMA

On Friday, December 1, 2023, the RMA Board of Directors appointed Duane Gladden as the CEO & Executive Director of the association. The board thanks former Executive Director Gerald Rhodes for his many contributions to the organization over the last 20 years. Duane has been with the RMA since 2007, growing the association’s business services […]