Provide Feedback on the Proposed Management Plan for the Yellow Banded Bumble Bee in Canada
Environment and Climate Change Canada is seeking feedback from stakeholders Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is developing a Management Plan for Yellow Banded Bumble Bee in Canada, which is listed as a species of special concern under the federal Species at Risk Act (SARA). For each species of special concern, ECCC is required to […]
Alberta Environment and Parks Priority Issues Presentation Materials Now Available
On February 14, 2022, the RMA hosted a presentation and Q&A session with senior representatives from Alberta and Environment and Parks (AEP). This session covered the ministry’s progress on working to fulfill the vision of a balanced and results-based approach to environmental stewardship for air, land, water, and biodiversity while enabling sustainable development of natural […]
Register for RMA 101 Webinars
RMA is hosting the last two webinars in the RMA 101 series The RMA released RMA 101 in January 2022 to familiarize and orient new RMA members with the association. Throughout February, RMA staff have been hosting a series of webinars for our members, focused on specific aspects of the association. Each webinar covers a […]
CIRA Broadband Grant Now Open
Canadian Internet Registration Authority makes grants for up to $100,000 available The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA) has launched its Community Investment Program Grants. Grants of up to $100,000 are available for non-profit organizations, registered charities, post-secondary researchers, and Indigenous communities. Eligible projects will address infrastructure, digital literacy, cybersecurity, or community leadership. For more information […]
RMA 2022 Provincial Budget Submission
RMA’s submission highlights priority budget items for rural municipalities In advance of the 2022 provincial budget, RMA has provided a submission to the Government of Alberta. RMA’s budget submission provides input based on five themes: Rural Municipalities are Unique Sustainable Municipal Funding Support for Rural Infrastructure Rural Connectivity Resilient Rural Communities The 2022 provincial budget […]
Quick Questions Guide for Provincial Policing Engagement Sessions
The guide provides easy access to recommended RMA questions for members to ask during police transition engagement sessions To continue supporting members as they attend Government of Alberta engagement sessions regarding the Alberta Provincial Police Service Transition Study, RMA has developed a quick questions guide. The questions in this guide are pulled from the more […]
RMA 2022 Spring Convention Registration is Now Open
The RMA 2022 Spring Convention will take place March 14 – 16, 2022 at the Edmonton Convention Centre in person, with no virtual component. We look forward to welcoming our elected officials, members, and guests together for an action-packed agenda. Online registration for the 2022 Spring Convention is open until February 25, 2022. Programming Update […]
Provide Feedback on How to Reduce Methane Emissions from Canada’s Municipal Solid Waste Landfills
The federal government is seeking feedback on new measures to reduce pollution from Canada’s landfills The federal government recently released a discussion paper titled Reducing Methane Emissions from Canada’s Municipal Solid Waste Landfills. The purpose of this discussion paper is to seek input on the proposed objectives of regulations developed under the Canadian Environmental Protection […]
Provide Feedback on Draft Landfill Methane Recovery and Destruction Protocol
The federal government is seeking feedback on new measure to reduce pollution from Canada’s landfills Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is seeking feedback on the draft Landfill Methane Recovery and Destruction Protocol developed for use under the Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit Systems Regulations. This protocol will be an important measure to reduce methane emissions […]
RMA Winter 2022 Position Statements Now Available
Position statements provide a concise overview of the RMA’s positions on key policy areas The RMA takes pride in representing the rural municipal perspective to government decision-makers, industry, and other stakeholders. As part of its advocacy efforts, the RMA develops and updates a series of position statements that summarize and reflect the RMA perspective on […]