RMA Provides Input into Review of Local Authorities Election Act
RMA’s submission focuses on the importance of maintaining accessible, fair, transparent, and locally-focused municipal elections In February 2020, the Government of Alberta announced a limited review of the Local Authorities Election Act (LAEA), focusing on the following areas: Length of campaign period Nomination process Campaign finances Candidate surplus Campaign contribution limits Campaign expense limits Third-party […]
Commercial Carrier Survey
Alberta Transportation is seeking feedback on commercial transportation regulations to find ways to streamline the rules to transport people, goods, and services efficiently, while improving public safety. The regulation of trucking, bus, and service companies is a shared responsibility between the federal, provincial, and territorial governments. The review will help Alberta Transportation understand how the […]
Alberta Budget 2020-21: The Facts
The Government of Alberta has released Budget 2020: A plan for jobs and the economy for the 2020-21 fiscal year and 2020-23 Fiscal Plan. The 2020-21 budget focuses on four key Government of Alberta priorities: Getting service to people who need them Getting Alberta back to work Getting spending under control Getting a fair deal […]
Alberta Budget 2020-21: Initial Analysis
Today the Government of Alberta released their budget for the 2020-21 fiscal year. RMA President Al Kemmere’s initial reaction to the 2020-21 provincial budget is as follows: “As Alberta continues to deal with challenging economic conditions, RMA recognizes the need for the province to balance sustainable services and funding with fiscal responsibility. We do have […]
Resolutions for the RMA Spring 2020 Convention Now Available
The resolutions that will be presented during the resolution session at the RMA Spring 2020 Convention are now available. Click here for the complete resolution package. Resolution Amendments Any members wishing to propose amendments to resolutions included in the attached resolutions package are encouraged to email proposed amendments to RMA Senior Policy Advisor, Wyatt […]
Spring 2020 Emergent Resolution Process Reminder
RMA’s resolution deadline for the 2020 Spring Convention was Friday, February 21, 2020. Any resolutions being brought forward after this date are considered emergent. As per RMA’s resolution process policy, an emergent resolution is defined as a resolution submitted to RMA after the resolution deadline (February 21, 2020 for the 2020 Spring Convention) that deals […]
Healthy Futures Webinar Series
Supporting vibrant, healthy communities through policy Municipalities can improve the quality of life and well-being of their residents by using policy to create bright, vibrant communities where healthy choices are easier. RMA, AUMA, and the Alberta Policy Coalition for Chronic Disease Prevention (APCCP) are pleased to host a series of educational webinars on using policy […]
Updated ICF Workbook Now Available
RMA and AUMA have updated the ICF Workbook to include current ICF and IDP requirements based on changes made in Bill 25 In 2018, RMA and AUMA, with support from Alberta Municipal Affairs, collaborated to develop an Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework Workbook to support Alberta municipalities in completing ICFs and IDPs that were mandatory based on […]
Plug into FCM’s Western Economic Solutions Taskforce (WEST)
Western municipal leaders are on the front lines of economic uncertainty. Every day, people in our communities are losing their livelihoods, their homes, and their hopes for the future. As the governments closest to daily life, municipalities are working to find solutions. That’s why the RMA is pleased to represent rural Alberta on the Western […]
Prompt Payment Legislation Survey
Service Alberta is undertaking a stakeholder consultation to explore the possibility of introducing amendments to the Builders Lien Act to address issues with delayed payment in Alberta’s construction industry. This initiative will continue through Spring 2020 and seeks to obtain information from industry stakeholders through a number of channels. In addition to face-to-face meetings and […]