The RMA Assigns Statuses to Some Fall 2021 Resolutions
Immediately after resolutions are endorsed by RMA members, the RMA sends the resolutions to the relevant provincial or federal ministry or organization for an initial response. Based on the response received, the RMA assigns the resolution a status and drafts an initial reaction. To this point, the RMA has received a response to four of […]
Provincial Broadband Strategy Released
Government of Alberta establishes goal to reach all Albertans with highspeed internet by end of 2026 – 2027 The Government of Alberta has released a Provincial Broadband Strategy. The strategy acknowledges there is a digital divide and that addressing this divide will benefit Albertans. The strategy makes a total of $390 million in funding available […]
Upcoming EOEP Courses
In-person and virtual education courses are available The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) is offering courses both in-person and virtually. Council’s Role in Strategic Planning and Council’s Role in Service Delivery are being offered in conjunction with the RMA’s 2022 Spring Convention. The first part of both courses will be offered on March 13 from […]
You’re Invited to an Alberta Environment and Parks Priority Issues Presentation
Due to popular demand, the RMA is hosting another presentation with Alberta Environment and Parks to discuss their progress on modernizing the environmental regulatory system In February, the RMA hosted a presentation and Q&A session with senior representatives from Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP). Due to popular demand, the RMA will be hosting another session […]
Alberta Budget 2022 – 2023: RMA Initial Analysis
The Government of Alberta has released Budget 2022: Moving Forward for the 2022 – 2023 fiscal year and the 2022 – 2025 Fiscal Plan. RMA President Paul McLauchlin’s initial reaction to the 2022 – 2023 provincial budget is as follows: Alberta’s rural municipalities recognize the need for the Government of Alberta to spend responsibly to […]
Provide Feedback on the Proposed Management Plan for the Evening Grosbeak
Environment and Climate Change Canada is seeking feedback from stakeholders Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is developing a Management Plan for the Evening Grosbeak, which is listed as Special Concern under the federal Species at Risk Act (SARA). For each species of special concern, ECCC is required to develop a management plan that includes: […]
Spring 2022 Emergent Resolution Deadline is March 11
As per the RMA’s Resolution Process policy, an emergent resolution is defined as a resolution submitted to the RMA after the resolution deadline – February 15, 2022 for the 2022 Spring Convention – that addresses a subject or problem that has arisen subsequent to the resolution deadline. The RMA Resolutions Committee will meet prior to […]
Resolutions for the RMA 2022 Spring Convention Now Available
The resolutions that will be presented during the resolution session at the RMA 2022 Spring Convention are now available. The following resolutions were submitted prior to the RMA’s resolution deadline: 1-22S A More Equitable Funding Model for Municipalities (MD of Smoky River) 2-22S Negative Impact of Carbon Tax on Rural Albertans (Northern Sunrise County) 3-22S […]
Court Affirms Municipal Bylaw Authority Related to Roadside Trailer Signs
Court decision confirms municipal authority to create bylaws banning roadside trailer signs An Alberta Court of Appeal decision has confirmed that municipalities have the authority to create bylaws banning roadside trailer signs. The RMA is pleased to see the appeal court uphold the decision of lower courts, as this aligns with the RMA’s position regarding […]
RMA 2022 Federal Pre-Budget Submission Available
View the RMA’s 2022 federal pre-budget submission In advance of the 2022 federal budget, the Government of Canada has requested stakeholders to share their ideas on how budget priorities could contribute to new jobs and build a greener, more resilient Canada. One of the RMA’s federal advocacy goals is to identify and advocate on priority […]