RMA Fall 2023 Endorsed Resolutions
Resolutions form an important part in identifying direction for the RMA’s advocacy efforts. The RMA membership endorsed the following resolutions in fall 2023: 1-23F Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program Funding (Thorhild County) 2-23F Amendments to the Municipal Government Act – Section 619 (MD of Willow Creek) 3-23F Minimum Standards for Adequate Ambulance Services in Rural Alberta […]
Brownlee LLP Technical Report on Quasi-Judicial Agencies Now Available
Brownlee LLP developed the report for the RMA to provide a technical perspective on the municipal involvement in AER, AUC and NRCB processes In Spring 2023, the RMA contracted Brownlee LLP to develop a technical report on select quasi-judicial agencies in Alberta, with a focus on how and to what extent municipalities are involved in […]
Preparing Vacant & Seasonal Properties for Winter
Winter is once again upon us, bringing snow, ice, and sub-zero temperatures along with it. It is also the time to winterize any of your vacant properties or seasonal buildings from weather-related issues. The following is a list of items you should check: Inspect and complete maintenance to roofs. Ensure roofs are not damaged and […]
One Emergent Resolution Added to Fall 2023 Order Paper
To this point, the RMA has received one emergent resolution. The RMA’s Resolutions Committee has determined that the submitted resolution meets the criteria for emergent resolutions, as outlined in section E of RMA’s Resolutions Process Policy. As a result, the resolution has been added to the Order Paper and will be debated at next week’s […]
Drought Relief Support for Livestock Producers
The Alberta and Canada governments are providing $165 million to support livestock producers affected by drought and extreme growing conditions The 2023 growing season was extremely challenging for farmers and ranchers throughout the province, due to dry conditions that have led to extraordinary losses and costs. The governments of Alberta and Canada are partnering on […]
Quasi-Judicial Agencies Member Committee Report Released
The report includes eight recommendations to better integrate municipal plans and perspectives into AUC, AER, and NRCB project approval processes The RMA Quasi-Judicial Agencies Member Committee (QJAC) has completed their work and released a final report and an accompanying summary report. Since being formed in May 2023, the committee met five times and undertook significant […]
RMA 2022 – 2023 Annual Report Now Available
The 2022 – 2023 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 2022 – 2023 Annual Report. The 2022 – 2023 Annual Report provides an update on the […]
Canoe to Host a Group Benefits Feedback Session at the RMA 2023 Fall Convention & Tradeshow
The Canoe Benefits Program, a part of the RMA Business Services offerings, has grown rapidly in recent years, delivering increased value to members throughout Alberta and across the country. Our team at Canoe continually strive to provide our members with the best programs possible. We share concerns that some within our membership have experienced a […]
RMA 2023 Fall Convention Fast Approaching
The RMA 2023 Fall Convention and Tradeshow will take place November 6 to 9, at the Edmonton Convention Centre. We look forward to welcoming our members and other stakeholders. We have an even more packed agenda than usual so we wanted to provide an overview of some new, different, or notable convention programming. Pre-Convention Extended […]
Submit Your Feedback to the AUC and Have Your Municipality’s Voice Heard
The RMA is encouraging members to submit written input for the AUC inquiry on electricity generation projects by November 22, 2023 The AUC is accepting written submissions as part of their inquiry into electricity generation projects. The inquiry is taking place in part due to the RMA’s advocacy on the issue, which has been driven […]