Updating Your Fleet Safety Program
Municipalities have a unique exposure to fleet-related claims as drivers can range from employees who occasionally run errands to personnel who operate a vehicle all day long. Many think of fleet safety as the prevention of damage to vehicles, but claims can have a devastating impact on much more. A lack of fleet safety can […]
RMA Winter 2021 Position Statements Now Available
Position statements provide a concise overview of RMA’s position on key policy areas RMA takes pride in representing the rural municipal perspective to government decision-makers, industry, and other stakeholders. As part of its advocacy efforts, RMA develops and updates a series of position statements that summarize and reflect the RMA perspective on key policy areas. […]
Universal Broadband Fund Application Deadline Approaching
Government of Canada funding applications due in early 2021 In November, the Government of Canada launched its Universal Broadband Fund (UBF) – a major win for rural, remote, and northern communities. This $1.75 billion fund will help connect communities to high-speed Internet across the country and includes a $150 million Rapid Response Stream to accelerate […]
Information on Dutch Elm Disease for Municipalities
Municipalities have a role to play in inspecting for the tree disease Dutch Elm Disease (DED) is caused by a fungal pathogen that affects American Elm trees. Alberta is home to the largest stand of DED-free American Elms in North America. This includes trees on municipal properties, shelterbelts, and on rural properties. The value of […]
Resolution Deadline for 2021 Spring Convention
Resolutions must be submitted to RMA by February 16, 2021 to be added to the Spring 2021 resolution order paper With district meetings approaching, RMA is reminding members of the important role resolutions play in guiding the association’s advocacy efforts. To maximize these efforts, having well-written resolutions that are clear, concise, and include pertinent information […]
Ministerial Order Approved to Support COVID-19-Safe Municipal Nomination Process
The Honourable Tracy Allard, Minister of Municipal Affairs, has approved Ministerial Order No. MSD:103/20, which amends section 30(1) of the Local Authorities Election Act to allow municipalities to accept candidate nomination deposits by debit or credit card when the municipal election nomination period opens on January 1, 2021. This change is intended to reduce physical […]
Consumer Investigations Unit Information
Peace Officers and Investigators within Service Alberta provide consumer protection The Consumer Investigations Unit (CIU) is a department within Service Alberta that provides consumer protections to Albertans. The CIU can investigate complaints and transactions related to: Auctions Cemeteries Charitable fundraising Collection agencies Condominium developments Credit reports Door-to-door sales Employment agencies Energy marketing Gift cards Home […]
Implementing the Water Conservation Policy for Upstream Oil and Gas Operations
Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) released the Water Conservation Policy for Upstream Oil and Gas Operations (WCP), replacing the Water Conservation and Allocation Policy for Oilfield Injection (2006). The WCP provides direction on water use and emphasizes the use of alternative water sources, including alternative non-saline water over high-quality non-saline water. This will reduce reliance […]
Alberta Water Council Project Engagement
The Alberta Water Council’s (AWC) two projects, the Alberta Water Futures and the Wetland Policy Implementation Review, have both reached their first major milestones. The projects are now ready to engage with partners and sectors for project-specific insights and perspectives. The Alberta Water Futures project is a short-term initiative to explore and understand the potential […]
Species at Risk Consultation Period Extended
Environment and Climate Change Canada has extended the consultation period of Batch 17 Species at Risk In January 2020, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) invited stakeholders to comment on the proposed amendments to Schedule 1 of the Species at Risk Act (SARA): the potential listing (addition / reclassification) of 17 terrestrial species to SARA […]