Alberta Energy Regulator Releases Directive 088: Licensee Life-Cycle Management
Directive 088 provides new tools to manage oil and gas liability On December 1, 2021, the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) released Directive 088: Licensee Life-Cycle Management, which includes new tools to manage oil and gas liability. The new directive has been developed to ensure Alberta’s oil and gas industry remains accountable for end-of-life management and […]
Register for Extended Producer Responsibility Engagement Sessions
Alberta Environment and Parks is hosting two engagement sessions on Extended Producer Responsibility The Government of Alberta is currently working on developing an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework that will create province-wide industry-led systems for managing single-use plastics, packaging, and paper products, as well as hazardous and special products like household pesticides and solvents. Alberta […]
Save the Date for RMA Virtual Townhall on Policing
RMA is planning a session to help inform members about the provincial police service transition study engagement Alberta Justice and Solicitor General (JSG) is planning to engage with municipalities regarding the Alberta Provincial Police Service (APPS) Transition Study. To help members prepare for these engagement sessions, RMA is hosting a virtual townhall on January 6, […]
On-Farm Composting Guide Available
Recycling Council of Alberta launches province’s first on-farm composting guide The Recycling Council of Alberta (RCA) has developed an Introductory Guide to On-Farm Composting to support farmers, ranchers, and landowners interested in composting organics from municipalities and businesses. The guide follows a case study of Central Alberta’s Stickland Farms that has been processing food scraps […]
New Councillors, Keep a Look Out for RMA 101!
RMA is developing a member orientation program to familiarize and orient new RMA members with the association. The program, called RMA 101, includes multiple resources and deliverables, including an interactive document that features embedded videos, written information, and links to resources to familiarize new rural councillors with the association in general, as well as advocacy […]
Nominations Open for Minister’s Awards for Transportation Innovation
Nominations are now open for the Minister’s Awards for Transportation Innovation (MATI). The MATI are awarded each year and recognize innovation in the transportation sector in the following categories: Design Innovation Construction Innovation Environmental Innovation Operational Innovation Transit / Accessible Transportation Innovation RMA members are eligible to apply for the MATI. The submission deadline is […]
Upcoming Agricultural Information Sessions
Several RMA members have partnered to offer education sessions on agricultural topics Leduc County, in partnership with other RMA members, is hosting a variety of sessions related to agriculture and agri-business. While these sessions are being hosted by specific municipalities, the content will be applicable to municipalities across Alberta with an interest in the topic. […]
Extended Producer Responsibility Update
The Government of Alberta has released new details on Extended Producer Responsibility The Government of Alberta is currently working on developing an Extended Producer Responsibility Framework (EPR) that will create province-wide industry-led systems for managing single-use plastics, packaging, and paper products, as well as hazardous and special products like household pesticides and solvents. It is […]
RMA 2021 Fall Convention Next Week
We look forward to seeing you there! The RMA 2021 Fall Convention and Tradeshow will take place November 23 – 26, 2021, at the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We look forward to welcoming our newly elected officials and greeting our returning members as we gear up for four days of an action-packed agenda. Download the […]
RMA 2020 – 2021 Annual Report Now Available
The 2020 – 2021 RMA Annual Report and Financials are available for member information in advance of next week’s Annual General Meeting In adhering to our values of transparency and accountability, we are pleased to share the RMA 2020 – 2021 Annual Report. The 2020 – 2021 Annual Report provides an update on RMA’s activities […]