Welcome to Municipal Affairs. I'm Christopher Brown. Today, we have an exciting development to discuss—the launch of the first political party focused solely on municipal affairs in the City of Calgary. It's called A Better Calgary Party, and it's ready to make a significant impact on our beloved city. The provincial government created legislation earlier this year paving the way for political parties in Alberta's two largest communities - Calgary and Edmonton. Bill 20, the

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. I'm Christopher Brown. This past weekend Municipal leaders from across Canada gathered in Calgary for the annual Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) convention, and we have a compelling story about a significant investment in municipalities collective fight against climate change. Intact Financial Corporation announced on the last day of the FCM Convention the launch of its enhanced 2024 Municipal Climate Resiliency Grants program. In a b

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. I'm Christopher Brown. Today, we're focusing on the town of Norman Wells in the Northwest Territories, a community facing significant strain due to a critical supply issue. This year, two N.W.T. communities, Norman Wells and Tulita, won't receive their essential barge deliveries due to unusually low water levels on the Mackenzie River. In May, the territorial government announced that Marine Transportation Services would be cancelling these cruci

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. I'm Christopher Brown. This past weekend Municipal leaders from across Canada gathered in Calgary for the annual Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) convention, and we explore an exciting story of collaboration and innovation that promises to drive sustainable growth for municipalities in the Province of Saskatchewan. On the afternoon of June 8th, 2024, during the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Annual Conference and Trade Show in

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. I'm Christopher Brown. This past weekend Municipal leaders from across Canada gathered in Calgary for the annual Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) convention, and in todays episode we turn our focus to a topic that touches every corner of our nation – housing. On June 7th, at the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Convention in Calgary, a pivotal discussion took place between Sean Fraser, the Federal Minister of Housing, and T

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. I'm Christopher Brown. Today, we take you to the heart of Downtown Calgary, where this past weekend a significant event unfolded at this year's Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) convention. The convention, a pivotal gathering for municipal leaders across the nation, had a speech from NDP Leader JAgmeet Singh, who due to a pending strike in British Columbia was unable to attend the four day conference in person but did virtually address

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. I'm Christopher Brown. Today, we take you to the heart of Downtown Calgary, where this past weekend a significant event unfolded at this year's Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) convention. The convention, a pivotal gathering for municipal leaders across the nation, had a speech from Parry Sound-Muskoka MP and Conservative Party of Canada Housing Critic Scott Aitchison. As hundreds of municipal leaders, city planners, and local governme

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. I'm Christopher Brown. Today, we take you to the heart of Downtown Calgary, where this past weekend a significant event unfolded at this year's Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) convention. The convention, a pivotal gathering for municipal leaders across the nation, had a keynote address by none other than Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. As hundreds of municipal leaders, city planners, and local government officials gathered in the bustl

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. I'm Christopher Brown. This past weekend Municipal leaders from across Canada gathered in Calgary for the annual Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) convention, and today we have some exciting news from the fourth day of the convention. In a tightly contested race, Kathy Valentino, the Deputy Mayor of Thompson, Manitoba, has been elected as the 3rd Vice President of the FCM. Valentino emerged victorious over two formidable candidates: Cou