RMA Assigns Statuses to Two Resolutions
Following the endorsement of resolutions by RMA members, the RMA forwards the resolutions to the appropriate 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. The RMA updates the resolutions database and issues bulletins with updates as […]
RMA Insurance Partners with Apollo in New Program
RMA Insurance is excited to announce a new, easy-to-use tool when renting out facilities Now that buildings are opening back up again and in-person events are increasing, RMA Insurance is excited to announce a new program for members looking for insurance while renting out facilities. These facilities can be your municipality’s buildings or additionally insured […]
RCMP’s Role in Community Safety and Well-Being Webinar
The RMA and ABmunis are co-hosting an event to share information from the RCMP Join Chief Superintendent Peter Tewfik to learn all about the RCMP’s new Community Safety and Well-Being Branch. This branch works towards proactively reducing crime and victimization by addressing the contributing root causes in communities served by the RCMP. The RCMP is […]
June 2023 Deadline to Complete Joint Use and Planning Agreements
The MGA was amended in 2020 to require municipalities to establish joint use and planning agreements with school boards The Municipal Government Act (MGA) requires municipalities to enter into joint use and planning agreements (JUPAs) with school boards operating within their municipal boundaries or those that may commence operations in the future. JUPAs are a […]
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 […]