Register Now for EOEP Intermunicipal Collaboration Course
The course builds on foundations learned in Munis 101 Collaboration is key for the long-term success of municipalities. The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) is pleased to offer its Regional Partnerships and Collaboration Course virtually in June. This offering comes on the heels of several sold-out sessions and will provide participants with the skills needed to […]
Register for Intermunicipal Collaboration Course to Bolster Conflict Management Skills
The course builds on foundations learned in Munis 101 Most intermunicipal collaboration frameworks (ICFs) are complete, but the need for collaboration is not. The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) is delivering its highly rated Regional Partnerships and Collaboration Course virtually in June to help you enhance the knowledge and skills needed to build functional intermunicipal […]
Supporting First Responder Mental Health in Rural Alberta
The Alberta Municipal Health and Safety Association is hosting free sessions for rural first responders The Alberta Municipal Health and Safety Association (AMHSA) is hosting a free program to support Alberta’s rural first responders. This program is designed for both professional and volunteer first responders to address post-traumatic stress injuries. It is open only to […]
Targeted Review of Pest Control Products Act Underway
Review will address health and environmental protection The Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) is undertaking a consultation to address elements of the Pest Control Products Act. The intent of the review is to achieve three objectives: Further strengthen human health and environmental protection by modernizing business processes governing pesticide reviews. Improve transparency and stakeholder accessibility […]
Canadian Women in Local Leadership Project Grants Now Available
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities is providing funding for initiatives that support women’s participation in local leadership The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) is continuing to foster gender parity and more diversity in municipal government through the Canadian Women in Local Leadership (CanWILL) program. The CanWILL project includes four core objectives: Strengthening the capacity of […]
Last Chance to Register for EOEP Land Use Planning Course
The course builds on foundations learned in Munis 101 Understanding council’s role in land use planning and development approvals is critical for both new and experienced elected officials. The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) Land Use Planning and Development Approvals Course provides participants with targeted knowledge to help them understand the municipal land use planning […]
2022 RMA Post-Secondary Scholarship
The 2022 application term is now open and closes August 31, 2022 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 […]
Register Today to Learn About Land Use Planning and Development Approval
The course builds on foundations learned in Munis 101 Land use planning is one of the fundamental roles of municipalities, yet few municipal councillors are elected to office with much experience in this area. The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) Land Use Planning and Development Approvals Course is specifically developed to help councils get a […]
Winter 2022 Advocacy Report Card Now Available
The Advocacy Report Card provides updates and statuses for all active resolutions The RMA is pleased to provide members with an update on advocacy efforts through the Winter 2022 Advocacy Report Card. The Advocacy Report Card is an important part of the RMA’s efforts to be transparent and accountable to members, as it provides an […]
Next Generation 911 Transition Process Underway
The current 911 system will be fully replaced by a next generation 911 system in 2025 The Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has required that Canada’s 911 system transition to next generation (NG) capabilities be completed by March 2025. The transition process involves multiple steps and requires action from 911 service providers, public safety […]