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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 […]

RMA Submits Input Opposing Formation of Alberta Provincial Police Service

The RMA has shared a submission with Justice and Solicitor General opposing the creation of an Alberta Provincial Police Service The RMA has provided input to the Minister of Justice and Solicitor General opposing the creation of an Alberta Provincial Police Service (APPS). This submission is based on direction provided to the RMA by members […]

The RMA Formally Opposes the Creation of an Alberta Provincial Police Service

Nisku, AB, March 31, 2022 – The Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) has submitted a report to the Ministry of Justice and Solicitor General opposing the creation of an Alberta Provincial Police Service (APPS). The Government of Alberta (GOA) has been pursuing an APPS based on a recommendation made by the Fair Deal Panel. The […]

Registration Open for EOEP’s Virtual Service Delivery Course

The course builds on foundations learned in Munis 101 The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) is excited to announce a virtual offering of Council’s Role in Service Delivery. Understanding setting service levels is fundamental to the job of an elected official. Municipal councils are expected to plan, govern, and set policy for the best interests […]

RMA Spring 2022 Endorsed Resolutions

Resolutions form an important part in identifying direction for the RMA’s advocacy efforts. The RMA membership endorsed the following resolutions in spring 2022: 2-22S Negative Impact of Carbon Tax on Rural Albertans (Northern Sunrise County) 3-22S Attraction and Retention of Veterinarians to Rural Veterinary Practice (Mountain View County) 4-22S Continued Support for the Royal Canadian […]

RMA Spring 2019 Resolutions Expiring

The following resolutions that were endorsed at the RMA 2019 Spring Convention are now expiring. For details on the last provided update, please visit the RMA Resolution Database. 1-19S Municipal Support for the Energy Industry 2-19S Access to Agriculture-Specific Mental Health Resources 3-19S Light Weight Concrete Bridge Girders 4-19S Bighorn Country Proposal Consultation 5-19S Amendments […]