Environment
Municipalities are tasked with fostering the well-being of the environment. This includes environmental considerations related to land-use planning, water management, climate change, industry development and managing growth responsibly.
Energy
Alberta’s energy sector plays an important role in the province’s economy. RMA members are often among those impacted by new energy projects through increased municipal costs and revenues, employment opportunities, and environmental challenges. As the Government of Alberta continues to focus on economic development and attracting investment in the energy sector, rural municipalities will be […]
Community Services
Community services such as broadband, policing, education, healthcare, recreation, and Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) support community viability and make rural municipalities attractive places to work, live, and grow. Although providing many of these services in rural areas requires innovative strategies and partnerships, rural municipalities strive to make their communities great places to live […]
Climate Change
Climate change is a real and pressing concern and meaningful action is required to both mitigate and adapt to these concerns. The Government of Alberta is striving to address climate change in a way that will reduce emissions without overregulating and slowing the economy and has implemented the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) system […]
Broadband and Connectivity
Providing broadband and cell phone service to rural Alberta is key for attracting investment, maintaining local businesses, and allowing all Albertans to participate in the digital economy. Providing these services in rural and remote areas requires innovative strategies and partnerships, and rural municipalities strive to make their communities great places to live and invest.
Agriculture
Rural Alberta is home to a large agriculture industry that has supported Alberta’s economy for generations. There is a broad range in the types and size of farming operations in Alberta, from small family operations to large scale facilities. This results in a diverse industry with different regulatory and operating challenges, which can also be […]