ARMA Accepting Grant Program Applications
The Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) is accepting applications for grant programs that are specific to municipalities. Used Oil Materials Support Grant The Used Oil Materials Support Grant is designed to improve the management of used oil, oil filters, and empty oil containers at landfills, transfer stations, and recycling depots. Beyond-the-Bin Recycling Roundup Grant Formerly […]
Effective Crisis Management
A crisis situation, such as wildfire, flood or public safety concern, can arise with little to no notice. They can be stressful for both the responding personnel and the public. At RMA Insurance, we understand that these types of incidents are extremely difficult for our members to handle. On top of municipalities’ normal duties which […]
RMA’s Legislative Update: Week of May 5 – 9, 2025
The penultimate sitting of this session saw multiple, consecutive, afternoon and evening sittings as Legislature sought to conclude many significant matters before the summer break. Marred by controversy over separation, the Assembly rushed debate through a significant number of bills that will likely set the political table for the foreseeable future. Additionally, Speaker Nathan Cooper […]
Strengthen Your Leadership with EOEP’s Regional Partnership and Collaboration Course
The EOEP’s Regional Partnerships and Collaboration course is designed to equip elected officials with the tools needed to build strong, effective regional partnerships that support long-term community resilience. Participants will explore the value of collaboration, learn strategies for trust-building, and gain practical skills for leading impactful initiatives across municipalities. Course Dates: This is the last […]
Mitigating Roadside Clean Up Risks
Whether you are taking part in the Alberta Highway Cleanup program or maintaining county roads, this initiative presents a valuable opportunity for communities to collaborate in keeping their roads clean. However, roadside cleanup involves certain risks. To mitigate these hazards, the Risk Team at RMA has developed a comprehensive list of recommendations and best practices […]
RMA Releases Member Guide to the AUC’s Draft Blackline of Rule 007: Facility Applications
Following consultations throughout 2024, the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) released a draft blackline version of Rule 007: Facility Applications on March 23, 2025 and invited written feedback from interested parties and stakeholders. Rule 007 sets out the application requirements for the construction, alteration, operation, and the discontinuation, dismantling and removal of power plants, substations, transmission […]
RMA Releases Bill 49 Member Resource
On April 7, 2025, the Government of Alberta tabled Bill 49: Public Safety and Emergency Services Statutes Amendment Act, 2025. This Bill proposes changes to many different pieces of legislation – notable to members are changes to the Police Act and the Emergency Management Act (EMA). Bill 49 allows for the Government of Alberta to […]
RMA’s Legislative Update: Week of April 28 – May 2, 2025
Coming off the heels of the federal election, the Alberta Legislature got right back to work debating and passing meaningful legislation. Recognizing the importance of the direction Alberta will take in light of the new structure of Parliament, the Legislature sat for two consecutive evenings through Monday and Tuesday to focus on federal-provincial relations. Visitors […]
Hiring Summer Students: Tips for Impactful Employment
Hiring summer students can be such an important part of teaching people in our communities skills and giving them experience they may not get elsewhere. It also opens the potential for future talent pools and brings fresh perspectives to your organization. Here are some benefits of hiring summer students: What are good practices when hiring […]
Upcoming Webinar: OHS Proactive Inspection Program Expansion
AMHSA and OHS are jointly hosting a free informational webinar on the recently expanded Proactive Inspection Program. Effective April 1, 2025, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) expanded the Proactive Inspection Program to include counties/municipal districts, towns, and villages; the program previously only included cities. Each year, OHS proactively inspects employers to monitor compliance with legislation. […]