Real Property Rights Committee Formed
The committee will examine and make recommendations on several issues related to property rights, including some that may impact municipalities The Government of Alberta recently formed the Select Special Committee on Real Property Rights. The committee is required to provide recommendations by December 15, 2021. The committee’s mandate covers the following areas: Whether the legal […]
Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program Now Accepting Applications
The federal program provides funding for municipalities and other groups to retrofit or upgrade community facilities Infrastructure Canada is now accepting applications for funding under the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program. The program is intended to support the construction of more community buildings and improvements to existing community buildings through building retrofits to […]
2021 RMA Post-Secondary Scholarship
The 2021 application term is now open and closes August 31, 2021 In recognition of the importance of an educated population to the future well-being of rural communities, the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) established the RMA Post-Secondary Scholarship Program in 1995. The program is designed to encourage rural Albertans to pursue further education, and […]
All-Terrain Crane Pilot Project Update Webinar Recording Available
Crane Rental Association of Canada is seeking an amendment to pilot project from Alberta Transportation The Crane Rental Association of Canada (CRAC) hosted a webinar presentation regarding the two-year All-Terrain Cranes Pilot Project. CRAC is currently seeking an amendment with Alberta Transportation and hosted a webinar to demonstrate the importance of this request. CRAC is […]
Call for Nominations for 2021 Stars of Alberta Volunteer Award
Nominate a volunteer who has contributed to the well-being of your community The Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards recognize extraordinary Albertans whose volunteer efforts have contributed to the well-being of their community and fellow community members. The Star of Alberta Awards ceremony will take place on December 3, 2021. There are two categories that are […]
Municipal Tools to Support Affordable Housing
Alberta Seniors & Community Housing Association to host three regional virtual sessions Alberta Seniors & Community Housing Association (ASCHA) is hosting three regional sessions of a virtual workshop that explores municipal tools to support affordable housing. The workshop will highlight federal government initiatives, research, and successful affordable housing projects across the country. Municipalities, non-profit organizations, […]
Provide Feedback on New Water Conservation Policy Manual
The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is seeking feedback on the draft Manual XXX: Water Conservation Policy for Upstream Oil and Gas Operations. The manual provides guidance for Water Act licence applications that fall under the scope of the Government of Alberta’s Water Conservation Policy for upstream Oil and Gas Operations. To help provide greater context, […]
Federal Government Budget 2021: RMA Initial Analysis
The Government of Canada tables Budget 2021 On April 19, 2021, the Government of Canada tabled the first federal budget in more than two years. Federal Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland framed the budget by stating in her speech to the House of Commons that it is simultaneously about three themes: Finishing the fight against COVID-19; […]
New Alberta Fusarium Management Plan Released
Alberta Agriculture and Forestry has released new plan Alberta Agriculture and Forestry has developed a new Fusarium Management Plan in coordination with stakeholders, including RMA. The new plan addresses the management of fusarium in Alberta now that fusarium has been removed from the Agricultural Pests Act. The Alberta Wheat and Barley Commissions have also launched […]
ARHCA Releases Updated Equipment Rental Rates Guide
The Equipment Rental Rates Guide provides users with industry standard rates The Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association (ARHCA) has released their 2021 Equipment Rental Rates Guide, which is available for purchase. The ARHCA Equipment Rental Rates Guide provides users with up to date, accurate information on equipment rental rates. The rates are calculated using […]