Complete the Survey for RMA’s Quasi-Judicial Agencies Member Committee Today!
Provide a municipal perspective on the approval processes of the AUC, AER and NRCB to inform the work of RMA’s member committee on Quasi-Judicial Agencies On June 6, 2023, the RMA sent a survey link to mayors, reeves, and CAOs of all full RMA member municipalities to gather input on member experiences in interacting with […]
Quasi-Judicial Agency Member Committee June Meeting Report
The RMA’s Quasi-Judicial Agencies Committee held its second meeting on June 26 On June 26, 2023, the Quasi-Judicial Agencies Member Committee held their second meeting. This committee will run until September and will help gather information on several quasi-judicial agencies in Alberta, particularly how their approval processes impact rural municipal land use planning. The following […]
AGLC Issues Final Decision on Proposed Camrose Casino Relocation
The AGLC’s appeal process has upheld its original decision to reject an application to relocate the Camrose Casino to Edmonton Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC) has upheld an earlier decision to reject an application from the Camrose casino to relocate to Edmonton. The decision was confirmed in an appeal made by the owners of […]
Register for Rural Economic Development Microgrant Webinar
Learn more about applying for the RMA’s Municipal Economic Development Capacity building Microgrant The RMA has received funding from the Government of Alberta’s Economic Development in Rural Alberta Plan (EDRAP) to create a rural municipality economic development microgrant program. Applications for the program are now being accepted from RMA full member municipalities. The program will […]
New Version of Councillor Code of Conduct Guide Now Available
The 2023 version of the guide, developed in partnership with ABmunis, provides advice related to reviewing codes of conduct and ensuring that municipalities use them to support good governance The RMA, in partnership with ABmunis, has released Councillor Codes of Conduct: A Guide for Municipalities (2023 Version). The 2023 version of the guide provides updated […]
2023 RMA Post-Secondary Scholarship
The 2023 application term is now open and closes August 31, 2023 In recognition of the importance of an educated population to the future well-being of rural communities, the RMA established the RMA Post-Secondary Scholarship Program in 1995. The program is designed to encourage rural Albertans to pursue further education, and thereby enhance the ability […]
Planning for Festivals, Parades, and Market Vendor Season
Now that it’s official summer, it’s also the peak season for festivals, parades, and farmers markets. There are some important things to consider before planning begins so you can ensure your events and markets are safe for everyone. Plan Ahead A key factor to your successful summer events is having a well-developed plan well in […]
Fireworks Displays and Safety
Every year, fireworks are enjoyed at many events across Canada. Due to some ongoing wildfire situations, many municipalities are now reviewing their safety procedures and liability exposures for events that involve fireworks displays. Fireworks are regulated by the Federal Government under the National Fire Code, the Explosives Act, and Explosives Regulations. Consumer Level Fireworks and […]
RMA Launches Municipal Economic Development Capacity-Building Microgrant
The RMA has partnered with the Government of Alberta to help rural municipalities undertake research and feasibility studies on potential rural economic development projects The RMA has received funding from the Government of Alberta’s Economic Development in Rural Alberta Plan (EDRAP) to create a rural municipality economic development microgrant program. Applications for this program are […]
Complete the Member Survey on Municipal Experiences with Quasi-Judicial Agencies
The survey results will help inform the work of RMA’s Quasi-Judicial Agencies Committee The RMA has formed a Quasi-Judicial Agencies Member Committee to investigate the municipal role in the approval processes undertaken by the Alberta Energy Regulator, Alberta Utilities Commissions, and Natural Resources Conservation Board. The purpose of the committee is to provide a rural […]