The World Mayor Award, a recognition bestowed by the City Mayors Foundation, has announced its final shortlist, and among its contenders is Mayor Tony Keats of Dover, Newfoundland and Labrador, the only Canadian, and only North American Mayor shortlisted for the Award. Despite representing a small community with fewer than 1,000 residents, Keats has distinguished himself through remarkable achievements and significant contributions, securing a well-deserved place among the ou

In a close electoral showdown, Arlie Young emerged victorious in the by-election for the esteemed position of Town Councillor for the Town of Bruderheim. Young secured the mandate by a razor-thin margin, outpacing the competition, Ryan Skleryk-MacIver, by a mere two votes. The final tally stood at 60 votes for Young, while Skleryk-MacIver trailed closely behind with 58 votes, leaving the constituents. One resident on social media took to say that the vote was close and that t

With the Northwest Territories' territorial election looming, the Northwest Territories Association of Communities (NWTAC) has taken a bold step by urging each candidate for Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) to prioritize essential services in their campaigns. In a recent social media announcement, Rebecca Alty, President of the NWTAC and Mayor of Yellowknife, underscored the critical need for clean drinking water, well-maintained roads, efficient sewage and waste mana

The stage is set for a true battle of Rural Titans at the 2023 Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) Convention in Edmonton next week, as incumbent RMA Vice President Kara Westerlund faces off against challenger Reeve Amber Link in the race for the coveted position of Vice President or the rural municipal organization. Westerlund, a seasoned politician, has been a pivotal figure in the RMA landscape since assuming the role of Vice President in 2017. Her contender, Amber Link,

In a recent development that has sent shockwaves across the political landscape, and is being criticized by Premiers from Western Canada, Last Thursday Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a temporary suspension of the carbon tax on home heating bills for three years in Atlantic Canada. This move, which aims to provide relief for households relying on heating oil in Atlantic Canada, has drawn sharp criticism from the President of the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA),

Councillor Tamara Miyanaga has been elected Reeve of the Municipal District of Taber during the organizational meeting this week. Miyanaga's ascension to the top role marks a change in leadership, as she had been previously serving as the Deputy Reeve for the past year. The new Reeve secure victory over her opponent, Reeve Merrill Harris, in a 4-3 vote. Division 3 Councillor Brian G. Hildebrand nominated Miyanaga. Councillor John DeGroot, will take up the mantle of Deputy

Deputy Mayor Andrew Froese, a staple of Winkler Council since 2014, has been granted a leave of absence for the remainder of the year due to health issues. The decision was reached during the Council meeting on October 24th, where members voted to approve the leave of absence as a resolution, in accordance with the Manitoba Municipal Act's stipulations. The motion, which was swiftly passed, was accompanied by a statement from Mayor Henry Siemens, who emphasized the importance

To Paraphase Beyonce, "Who Runs the World? Women! Clearwater County saw a change of leadership around the council table this week at the organizational council meeting. The positions of Reeve and Deputy Reeve were claimed by two prominent female councillors, signalling a powerful shift in the county's leadership landscape. Division 7 Councillor Michelle Swanson, known for her steadfast dedication and strategic vision, was elected as the new Reeve of Clearwater County in a co

Voters in the Territory of Nunavut made their voices heard Monday Night, with the majority of the Mayors in the 25 communities being fresh faces. 22 communities had posted unofficial results to Elections Nunavut in their respective mayoral races. At least five incumbent mayors were defeated in their attempts to get re-elected, while one election will be paused for a bit longer as it ended in a tie. Igloolik Selects New Leader of Council In the Hamlet of Igloolik Mayor Erasmu