RMA Seeking Member Input on Training for 2021 Municipal Candidates
RMA, AUMA, and Alberta Municipal Affairs are working together to develop online training for individuals intending to run in the 2021 municipal elections. Municipal Affairs will provide content on legislation and procedural matters, while the municipal associations will share information and insight on what candidates need to know about being an elected official. RMA is […]
Surface Rights E-Filing Portal Available
The Surface Rights Board (SRB) has launched the Surface Rights E-Filing Portal, which allows landowners or their representative to electronically submit and monitor the status of rental recovery applications under section 36 of the Surface Rights Act. The SRB is committed to improving timelines for issuing decisions on rental recovery applications. This portal will help […]
Bill 48 Introduces Changes to Municipal Planning and Development
The changes in Bill 48 impact municipal authorities related to development approval timelines, development appeals, municipal land reserves, and off-site levies On November 16, 2020, Bill 48: Red Tape Reduction Implementation Act, 2020 (No. 2) was tabled in the legislature and has currently passed second reading. Bill 48 makes changes to a wide range of […]
Government of Alberta Seeking Public Input on Police Act Review
The Government of Alberta is currently continuing its review of Alberta’s Police Act through virtual meetings with a wide array of stakeholders, which includes RMA, the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, and Indigenous communities. In addition to targeted consultations, a public survey will be open until January 4, 2021. The Government of Alberta is encouraging municipalities […]
Provide Your Feedback on Draft Reports and Flood Maps
Alberta Environment and Parks is gathering feedback from Albertans on draft reports and flood maps The Government of Alberta has released draft flood maps meant to improve public safety, support emergency management, and help build safer and more resilient communities. Engagement opportunities are open for Albertans to provide feedback on new flood maps, which will […]
Attend a Webinar on Rural Crime Prevention
As part of the Building Capacity in Rural Crime Prevention project, the Canadian Municipal Network on Crime Prevention (CMNCP) is offering a webinar titled “Rural Crime Prevention and Community Safety: An Introduction to Multi-Sectoral Perspectives”. The webinar will provide participants with multi-sectoral perspectives on community safety in the rural context. Webinar presenters include: Jean Bota (Alberta Community […]
Alberta Health Services 10 Year Vision Webinar
Register now for December 10 workshop with Alberta Health Services RMA, AUMA, and Alberta Health Services (AHS) are delivering a workshop on the future of healthcare in Alberta on December 10, 2020 from 10:00 to 10:45 am. Please register online to get started. Following the release of the AHS performance review in February 2020, AHS […]
AEP Seeking Feedback on Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Engagement
Share your ideas to help shape the future of sustainable recreational Crown land use Crown land encompasses approximately 60% of the province, including public lands, parks, and protected areas. This consultation is the first initiative under the Government of Alberta’s approach to modernizing Crown land management and is guided by the Alberta Crown Land Vision. […]
Provide Your Feedback on Hydrovac Facilities Code of Practice and Waste Control Regulation Amendments
Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) is seeking feedback from stakeholders on the Code of Practice for Hydrovac Facilities and Waste Control Regulation amendments regarding the definitions for the words “earth” and “inert waste”. AEP will be conducting this engagement over Talk AEP. AEP has pre-recorded presentations and an FAQ document that outline different sections of […]
RMA Launches Internet Speed Testing Project
Data from rural internet speed test results will be used to inform RMA advocacy RMA is excited to announce the launch of an Internet Performance Test program. This initiative involves RMA partnering with the Canadian Internet Registration Agency (CIRA) to measure internet speeds in rural Alberta. Highspeed rural internet is critical for economic development, engaging […]