Welcome to 'Municipal Affairs”, I'm your host, Chris Brown. In this episode, we're diving into the upcoming election for the 3rd Vice President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). The FCM, as many of you know, serves as the national voice for municipal governments, advocating for policies and initiatives that address the diverse needs of communities from coast to coast to coast. And with the annual FCM conference just around the corner, all eyes are on the bu

Welcome to a semi-in-person live recording of Municipal Affairs with Chris Brown. Our show is dedicated to speaking with municipal stakeholders from across Canada about the issues affecting Municipalities of all sizes. Firstly I want to apologize for not being with you in person today. I appreciated the team at the MMA for working behind the scenes to ensure we were still able to participate virtually with you at this years 2024 Leadership Summit. We are grateful to partner w

Welcome to Municipal Affairs, I’m your host Christopher Brown. Today, we delve into a crucial aspect of governance and fiscal responsibility: municipal asset management. As our communities evolve and infrastructures age, the effective management of municipal assets has emerged as a pivotal concern for municipalities across Canada. Asset management, once a niche concept, has now taken centre stage in the strategic planning of local governments. It encompasses a systematic appr

Welcome to "Municipal Affairs," I'm your host, Chris Brown. In this episode, we are continuing our journey into Bill 20. Bill 20 emerges as a harbinger of significant change, poised to reshape the intricate relationship between local and provincial powers. Alberta Municipalities, the collective voice representing the province's cities, towns, and villages, has raised a red flag on this proposed legislation. In a recent press conference, they voiced deep concerns echoing throu

Welcome to "Municipal Affairs," I'm your host, Chris Brown. Today, we continue our journey into Alberta's Bill 20, which was introduced by Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver last Thursday. Bill 20 emerges as a harbinger of significant change, poised to reshape the intricate relationship between local and provincial powers. MD of Bonnyville Councillor Ben Fadeyiw sounds off on what he sees as the good and the bad of Bill 20, and his thoughts on the Bill overall. ***********

Welcome to "Municipal Affairs”. In this episode, we spotlight a pivotal moment as Alberta's government unveils Bill 20, a landmark legislation poised to redefine the landscape of transparency, accountability, and accessibility in local elections - according to the province. In a democratic society, the cornerstone of trust lies in the integrity of our electoral processes and the accountability of our elected officials. According to the Province fo Alberta, With Bill 20, the g

.Welcome to a Live Edition of Municipal Affairs. Over the course of the next 45 minutes, we will discuss one topic that has sent shockwaves across the Municipal Sector here in the Province of Alberta. Bill 20, the Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act, 2024. Joining us to dissect the Bill is Mayerthorpe Mayor Janet Jabush, and Former AUMA President and City of Brooks Mayor Barry Morishita. This is Municipal Affairs. *************************************************** Supp

Welcome to 'Municipal Affairs”, I'm your host, Chris Brown. Today, we delve into a significant transformation within the municipal landscape of Saskatchewan, stemming from the recent SUMA Convention held in Regina, Saskatchewan. In a momentous decision, delegates representing municipalities across the province cast their votes, revealing an overwhelming 83.7 percent majority in favour of restructuring the governance framework of the municipal organization. This pivotal moment

Welcome to 'Municipal Affairs”, I'm your host, Chris Brown. In a recent turn of events in High Prairie, Alberta, the anticipated recall effort against Mayor Brian Panasiuk and two councillors, Donna Deynaka and James Waikle has fallen short. High Prairie's Chief Administrative Officer, Bill McKenna, confirmed the outcome, stating, "The Town of High Prairie did not receive any completed petitions as of the deadline Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 10:00 a.m." Consequently, the Mayo