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 […]
Register Now for Regional Partnerships and Collaboration Course
Virtual EOEP course to be held in May The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) is excited to announce a virtual offering of Regional Partnerships and Collaboration. This course will be held during the evening from 2:30 to 5:00 pm on: Wednesday, May 5, Wednesday, May 12, and Wednesday, May 19. This course will be offered […]
RMA Benefits Offering Alternative Funding Arrangement for High-Cost Drugs
Many members are experiencing increased cost to their employee benefit programs during a time when they are looking for savings and sustainability. High-cost specialty drugs can represent more than 20% of total drug plan cost and come from less than 1% of employees. The ongoing expense of these drugs can cost a benefits program well […]
RMA Joins the Alberta Rural Connectivity Coalition
RMA is partnering with other rural stakeholders by joining the Alberta Rural Connectivity Coalition (ARCC). The ARCC was formed to address the internet access and pricing issues that plague thousands of Albertans and consists of community associations, non-profit technology advocates, and academics. Across Canada, only 46% of rural and remote communities have access to broadband […]
Comprehensive Emergency Management Program
Program provides training for those responsible for emergency management Augustana Extended Education (AEE) has partnered with the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) to offer training in emergency management. This program provides participants with the tools to build and deliver a compliant and integrated comprehensive emergency management program specific to the needs of their community […]
AER Adds Unpaid Municipal Taxes as Risk Factor in Approving Energy Licences
The change to Directive 067 allows the AER to consider an applicant’s municipal tax payment history when reviewing an application for a licence or approval for energy development The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) has released an updated version of Directive 067: Eligibility Requirements for Acquiring and Holding Energy Licences and Approvals. The AER has issued […]
RhPAP Community Engagement Information Session
RhPAP is partnering with the Tamarack Institute to offer information sessions The Rural Health Professions Action Plan (RhPAP) is partnering with the Tamarack Institute to offer a session on Reigniting Your Rural Community Engagement Strategies. This session will offer tips and techniques for rural communities to consider in their engagement work. This session will be […]