Rural Economic Development Microgrant Webinar Now Available
Watch the recorded webinar for more information on eligible projects and how to apply The RMA has recently received funding from the Government of Alberta’s Economic Development in Rural Alberta Plan (EDRAP) to create a rural economic development microgrant program for members. This program will help directly fund RMA member projects that contribute to economic […]
Natural Resources Canada Announces Climate Change Adaptation Funding
The $15 million Climate Change Adaptation Program is now accepting proposals The Honorable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, has launched a call for proposals for project funding through the Climate Change Adaptation Program. This program aims to: Support decision-makers in identifying and implementing adaptation actions Enhance adaptation knowledge and skills among Canada’s workforce Increase […]
Monthly Resolution Update – June 2023 Edition
To improve reporting on resolution advocacy, the RMA is releasing a monthly bulletin highlighting recent actions undertaken on five active resolutions The Monthly Resolution Update Bulletin is a way of routinely highlighting a selection of the over 70 currently active resolutions, offering members a more detailed insight into the work being carried out on their […]
Agricultural Mental Health Forum Launched
Do More Ag has launched a new peer-support mental health platform The Do More Agriculture Foundation is the national voice and champion for mental health in Canadian agriculture. It is working to change the culture of agriculture to one where all are encouraged, supported, and empowered to take care of their mental wellbeing. Do More […]
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 […]