When the COVID-19 pandemic prevented Boards and governing entities from meeting in person, many organizations began to voice their need to hold meetings virtually but found their bylaws did not always allow it. Bill 53 provides thousands of organizations with more flexibility for meeting and voting online.

A recent Alberta Court of Appeal case considered a tax assessment of industrial property that failed to take into account the environmental contamination of the property.

After a one-year hiatus, FCM is offering its 2021 Annual Conference and Trade Show from May 31-June 4 as a COVID-safe, virtual event.

With exceptional workshops, amazing keynote speakers like Super Bowl champion Laurent Duvernay-Tardif, great networking opportunities and no travel fees, this is the year you don’t want to miss. Together, attendees will celebrate the deep resilience of frontline local leaders. They’ll also consider what municipalities across the country need to keep moving forward—and how we can all work together to make it happen.

Register before May 14 to get the early bird rate.

The Canadian Brownfields Network is hosting the annual Cross-Country Check-up with stakeholders and regulators from across Canada. This session will provide an overview of the changes from the regulators and updates from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities on the Green Municipal Fund’s Brownfield Roadmaps and other tools. The session will run on Thursday, May 20, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Please register here.

Alberta Culture, Multiculturalism & Status of Women is seeking your nominations! The Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards recognize extraordinary Albertans whose volunteer efforts have contributed to the well being of their community and fellow community members. Discover all the details and nominate your community’s special volunteers.