In a recent development that has reverberated through the corridors of Vancouver's municipal politics, City Councillor Christine Boyle has been found not in breach of the City's Code of Conduct. The decision comes after Boyle made public her vote on the contentious issue of ending Vancouver's long-standing Living Wage Policy, a matter that had previously been discussed behind closed doors during an in-camera meeting. Boyle, a member of the OneCity party, welcomed the findings

As the Fall Session gets underway at the B.C. Legislature, BC United Party Leader Kevin Falcon has unveiled Houston Mayor Shane Brienen as the BC United candidate for the Nechako Lakes riding. "Every team needs a mix of experienced and new members, and today I'm thrilled to introduce Mayor Shane Brienen as our newest BC United candidate," Falcon said in a press release. "Shane's unwavering commitment to his community, his family, and his relentless determination to deliver b

In a unanimous decision, the South Bruce Peninsula Council has appointed Deputy Mayor Jay Kirkland to the position of Mayor, effective immediately. The appointment was officially confirmed during the Council meeting held on Tuesday, marking a new chapter in the town's leadership. This appointment follows the resignation of Former Mayor Garry Michi in late August, who stepped down from office amidst controversy over an audio recording that raised concerns about his views on a

The Summer Village of Norglenwold bore witness to a significant political event on Saturday, and now, with official numbers released on Tuesday, the results are crystal clear. Dr. Rod Miller, the candidate who vowed to bring positive change and renewed communication to the community, secured a resounding victory with 87 votes, firmly establishing himself as the new Councillor-Elect. In a closely contested race, former Summer Village of Norglenwold Councillor Ed Thiessen garne

Tyler Gandam, Mayor of Wetaskiwin, emerged victorious as the newly elected President of the Alberta Municipalities Friday morning. The election, held at the Alberta Municipalities Trade and Conference Show in Edmonton saw Gandam defeat formidable opponents, Trina Jones, Mayor of Legal, and Andre Chabot, Councillor for Calgary, in a contest that was filled with anticipation and enthusiasm. Gandam's triumph marked a significant moment in the realm of municipal leadership, as he

In a pivotal moment for Alberta municipalities, Mayor Tyler Gandam of Wetaskiwin officially ascended to the role of President of Alberta Municipalities on Friday morning. The outcome of this closely watched race saw Gandam surmounting two formidable contenders, Legal Mayor Trina Jones and Calgary Councillor Andre Chabot, in a heated battle for the position. Gandam's impressive victory was underscored by his commanding 60.5 percent share of the vote. In contrast, Mayor Jones s

On the second day of the Alberta Municipalities conference, representatives from municipalities across the province gathered to cast their votes on a range of significant issues that will shape the advocacy agenda for the coming three years for the Municipal organization. The resolution part of the three day conference, a crucial forum for municipal leaders, saw discussions on topics such as increased funding for the Local Government Fiscal Framework (LGFF), non-partisan mun

Municipalities of all sizes across Alberta are joining forces to call upon the provincial government to take immediate action concerning funding through the Local Government Fiscal Framework (LGFF). According to data provided by Alberta Municipalities, municipal funding from the province has seen a significant decline, plummeting from $420 per capita in 2011 to a mere $151 per capita this year. The province plans to allocate municipal funding through the newly established Loc

The Alberta Municipalities Conference roared to life this morning, with municipal leaders from across the province converging on the Edmonton Convention Centre for a gathering of unprecedented scale and significance. With approximately 1,200 attendees hailing from every corner of Alberta, this year's conference was hailed as one of the largest ever hosted by the municipal organization. As the curtain rose on this annual event, it was clear that it would be nothing short of sp