Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) recently notified AUMA regarding recent amendments to the Public Lands Administration Regulations (PLAR). READ MORE
AUMA wants to ensure Alberta municipalities receive the recognition they deserve and have therefore extended the deadline for submitting nominations for some 2019 AUMA Awards to Friday, July 12, 2019. READ MORE
Join more than 1,100 elected officials, administrators and business partners for the 2019 AUMA Convention and AMSC Trade Show, returning to the Edmonton Convention Centre from September 25 to 27. Bringing a partner or spouse along? Make sure to check out our new Partners Program details available for registration. READ MORE
Do you have a municipal employee who is passionate about safety codes? Tell them about the Safety Codes Council email list. The purpose is to help improve communication between the Safety Codes Council and municipal staff who work with safety codes. Safety Codes Sub-Councils will use the email list to share information and ask for feedback on topics related to safety codes permits, inspections, or other technical issues. E-mail Allison Karch, Public Relations Coordinator, Safety Codes Council to sign-up.
The Toward Parity in Municipal Politics program is seeking local initiatives that strengthen opportunities or reduce barriers for women to fully participate in municipal politics/local government. Visit their website to learn more.
For over 50 years, the Government of Alberta, participating municipalities, and Métis Settlements have jointly funded preventative social services for Albertans through the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Program. This valuable FCSS toolkit is now available as a useful resource.
One Basin, One Governance is a multi-day conference that will foster dialogue to discuss common water issues of the Red River basin. This is a conversation between First Nations and various levels of government . Visit their website for more details.
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Our members can access our Employee & Family Assistance Program 24/7 - in person, over the phone, or in person.
Recreation facilities typically use more energy and produce more greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions than other municipal facilities.The Recreation Energy Conservation (REC) Programhelps municipally-owned recreation facilities reduce energy use and GHG emissions by providing financial incentives to help identify energy-saving opportunities & implement energy-saving projects.
New funding opportunity for municipalities! The Zero Emissions Vehicles Infrastructure Program is increasing the availability of localized electric vehicle charging station opportunities. Municipalities are eligible to apply for Level 2 and fast charging electric vehicle chargers for many categories. No vehicle purchase necessary. Learn more and apply before September 18, 2019!
