RiskPro 2020 Feedback and Audit Requirements
Thank you to everyone who attended and participated in the RiskPro 2020 webinars. We appreciate our members’ openness to try a new format given the current circumstances. In order to continue to improve our event and provide meaningful experiences, there will be a post-event survey sent out in the coming weeks. Please watch your email […]
Provide Feedback on Provisions Under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act
The Government of Canada is seeking feedback on a proposed integrated management approach to plastics The Government of Canada is taking steps toward eliminating plastic pollution in Canada, including potentially banning or restricting certain harmful single-use plastic products. The federal government has drafted a discussion paper, A proposed integrated management approach to plastic products to […]
Registration Now Open for Three EOEP Virtual Courses
The Elected Officials Education Program (EOEP) has been working hard to find ways to provide access to programs during the COVID-19 pandemic and has developed an exciting opportunity for RMA and AUMA members to participate in virtual offerings of three more courses. The three courses now available for registration are: Municipal Corporate Planning and Finance: […]
Submit Now for RMA’s Long Service Awards, In Memoriam, and R.W. Hay Award
The RMA values the opportunity to recognize members for their dedicated service at the 2020 Fall Convention Recognition of members through the Long Service Awards, the R.W. Hay Award, and In Memoriam will take place during the RMA’s 2020 Fall Convention. Celebrating the commitment of RMA’s elected officials and administrators is an important component of […]
Grade Crossing and Rail Safety Webinar
Transport Canada to host webinar October 27 Transport Canada (TC) and road authorities will be hosting additional information sessions focused on some of the key points to consider when applying for funding under the Rail Safety Improvement Program (RSIP). While the key focus of these sessions will be the RSIP, TC will also touch on […]
Mitacs Funding Opportunity for Municipalities
Mitacs is accepting research and innovation project proposals from municipalities of all sizes Mitacs, a national non-profit organization that has designed and delivered research and training programs in Canada for 20 years, is now accepting research and innovation project proposals from municipalities of all sizes. Mitacs connects municipalities with post-secondary researchers for innovative projects. This […]
Mental Health Webinar for Agriculture Industry
Do More Agriculture Foundation hosting free webinar on mental health Do More Ag is hosting a webinar that will provide participants with a base understanding of mental health and mental illness. The webinar will also feature practical strategies participants can implement in their daily lives to support the mental wellbeing of themselves and others in […]
Grade Crossing Inventory Available Online
Transport Canada has provided information for municipalities regarding the Grade Crossings Regulations (GCR). As the local road manager, municipalities are responsible for assessing their grade crossings and for determining whether any modifications are required for items that are within their area of responsibility, such as the road approach. They should also contact the respective railway […]
RMA Scholarship Winners Announced
RMA’s 2020 Post-Secondary Scholarship Program has awarded scholarships to five rural students RMA is pleased to announce that five outstanding rural Alberta students have been awarded the 2020 RMA Post-Secondary Scholarship. These students demonstrated their commitment to rural Alberta through their chosen studies, community involvement, and academic achievement. The RMA Board of Directors would like […]
Update to the Wetland Assessment and Impact Form
Alberta Environment and Parks has provided new update to the Wetland Assessment and Impact Form Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) has announced additions to the list of “low risk” activities requiring a Wetland Assessment and Impact Form (WAIF). Effective September 21, 2020, any widening, improvements, or maintenance of existing roads that take place within a […]