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Extended Deadlines -
Register Now!
We've extended the deadline to register for SUMA's first-ever Village Sector Meeting and the bylaw writing workshop to this
Wednesday, May 4.
Village Sector Meeting
This is your last chance to join us on May 10 and 11, 2016, in Regina for a meeting that will bring together mayors, councillors, and administrators from villages throughout the province to discuss current issues affecting their municipalities.
Workshop: Creating and Enforcing Effective Bylaws
The workshop is being held in Regina on May 10. Hear from a panel of experts on municipal administration and law, and ensure that your bylaws are addressing the needs of the community. The workshop is open to all SUMA members for only $50 per registrant.
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Gather to Golf
Summer is coming fast, so get ready for golfing season and take this opportunity to visit with fellow SUMA members! The City of Weyburn is proud to be hosting the 28th Annual SUMA Golf Tournament on July 14-15, at the Weyburn Golf Course. Registration is open until
Friday, June 10
. See
the event page on our website
for more information, and to register.
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Convention 2017:
Submit a Theme Idea for a Chance to Win!
We are looking for a theme to set the tone for SUMA Convention 2017. We greatly value your suggestions, and read every one. If you submit a theme idea you will be entered to win two tickets ($120 value) to the 2017 Presidents' Banquet. To submit your idea, email
[email protected]
.
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Multi-Material Recycling Program
Now that the first quarter of 2016 is behind us and the first round of funding from the Multi-Material Recycling Program (MMRP) will start flowing to municipalities who have already signed up. If your municipality was signed up, ensure all documents required by Multi-Material Stewardship Western (MMSW) are submitted to them.
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Federal Infrastructure Program Update
In late April, the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, sent
a letter to the provincial government on the next steps for federal infrastructure programs. Last week, SUMA met with officials from the Ministry of Government Relations to receive an update.
Details on what we learned about what is coming for the New Building Canada Fund, the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund, and the Clean Water Wastewater Fund
are available on our website. We do not yet have details on when you can apply for the new funding programs, but watch our
website news page and Urban Update for details as they become available.
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FCM First Nations-Municipal Community Economic Development Initiative
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) is recruiting new communities to participate in the second phase of their First Nations-Municipal Community Economic Development Initiative (CEDI). The initiative seeks to empower First Nations and municipalities to become effective partners in fostering strong and mutually beneficial local economies.
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Trade, Transportation and Technology Conference
The City of Estevan invites you to their Trade, Transportation and Technology Conference Wednesday, May 18, 2016. Tickets are only $30 and includes lunch. See the conference agenda and register online. Organized jointly with the Central North American Trade Corridor Association. For more information, contact Manpreet Sangha, City of Estevan Economic Development Officer, at 306-461-3588 or [email protected].
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Urban Update Advertisement
Professional Development Workshops
ACHIEVE Training Centre is offering the following
in-person public workshops in Saskatoon and Regina.
- Assertive Communication
- Emotional Intelligence - Expanding Influence
- Dealing with Difficult People
- Motivating Change - Coaching Through Resistance
- Mediation - Facilitating Difficult Conversations
For more information, please visit our website:
www.achievecentre.com
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Need Election Supplies?
We have you covered!
The next municipal elections for mayor and councillors in resort villages will take place on Saturday, July 30, 2016. SUMA offers you a discount on:
- polling booths;
- ballots;
- ballot boxes;
- election forms; and
- metal and paper seals.
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Classifieds
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
For a full listing of ads, visit the
SUMA Classifieds
under the Programs and Services tab.
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Grants
Upcoming Deadlines:
For a full listing of grants, check the
Grants
section of our website under the Resources tab.
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Celebrating Seniors 2016 Provincial Volunteer Awards
Initiated by the Saskatchewan Seniors Mechanism (SSM) to honour the many outstanding senior (age 55+) volunteers in Saskatchewan who remain active and continue to consistently contribute to the overall quality of life in their communities. Individuals or a group can be nominated in 13 award categories. These categories are outlined in the Nomination Package, available on their website. You can also contact SSM at 306-359-9956 to request the Nomination Package and Nomination Form
. Nominations are being accepted until June 1, 2016.
The Celebrating Seniors gala event takes place Sunday, September 25 at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina. Take the time to honor a senior volunteer in your community!
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About Us
Thank you for reading the Urban Update this week. We welcome your comments.
SUMA
200-2222 13th Ave.
Regina, SK S4P 3M7
[email protected] www.suma.org |
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