Provide Your Feedback on the Occupational Health and Safety Act
The Government of Alberta Ministry of Labour and Immigration is providing municipalities and other stakeholders an opportunity to submit feedback on the Occupational Health and Safety Act and associated regulations. The ministry will consider this feedback to inform potential improvements in health and safety outcomes, while enabling innovation and competitiveness. A discussion guide is available […]
Alberta Energy Regulator is Looking for Feedback on the Centralized Fluid Storage Project
The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) has started the Centralized Fluid Storage (CFS) project [.xlsx file] in response to the hydraulic fracturing industry’s requests for new options to safely store and reuse large volumes of fluid. CFS allows hydraulic fracturing operators to store large volumes of produced water and other water-based fluids on sites for reuse […]
Participate in a Free Municipal Asset Management Program Virtual Info Session
Infrastructure Asset Management Alberta is hosting a free virtual information session on July 15 for municipalities to learn more about MAMP direct-funding and cohort opportunities Infrastructure Asset Management Alberta (IAMA) is hosting a free virtual information session for municipalities to learn more about how to access and make the most of asset management capacity-building opportunities […]
RMA Benefits Can Help You Make the Best Choices for Your Workplace
Making decisions for your organization’s benefits plan can be a daunting task. There are a lot of details to consider. To help assist you in your decision-making process, RMA Benefits has broken down our best practices for employee benefits into an educational series. The first of our articles addresses how to choose the best funding […]
Owner-Controlled Course of Construction & Wrap-Up Liability Insurances
With construction projects ongoing at the municipal level during the summer months, it’s a good time to share information on two important types of coverage: course of construction insurance (COC) and wrap-up liability insurance. Most construction contracts contain requirements that a project manager or general contractor obtain these coverages and include the municipality as a […]
Mark Your Calendar – Free RMA Webinar with Alberta Energy on July 30
In collaboration with Alberta Energy, RMA is pleased to invite members to participate in a free webinar on Thursday, July 30 from 3:00 – 4:30 pm. The webinar will feature Wade Clark, Executive Director of Resource Stewardship Policy Branch for Alberta Energy. The webinar will cover the following topics: Bill 12: Liabilities Management Statutes Amendment […]
Helicopter Emergency Medical Service Review Webinar
AHS is hosting an informational webinar regarding their review of helicopter ambulance service Alberta Health Services (AHS) is conducting a review of helicopter ambulance service, formally known as the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service Review (HEMS). The HEMS review began in November 2019, and the final report is expected to be delivered in September 2020. As […]
Province Seeking Input on Provincial Infrastructure Planning
Complete a survey or provide written input prior to August 10, 2020 The Government of Alberta is currently seeking input from stakeholders and the public to inform the development of the Alberta Infrastructure Act, as well as a 20-year strategic capital plan for provincial infrastructure. The act is expected to be introduced in the fall […]
Register Now for Municipal Corporate Planning and Finance Virtual Course
EOEP is launching its second online interactive course – don’t miss this opportunity! 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 a virtual offering of the Municipal […]
Government Introduces Proposed Changes to Local Authorities Election Act
Bill 29 proposes a wide range of changes to the municipal election process, including several related to campaign financing and third-party advertising On June 25, the Minister of Municipal Affairs introduced Bill 29: Local Authorities Election Amendment Act, 2020. Bill 29 proposes a range of changes to the municipal and school board election process, including […]