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

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 bus

Welcome to 'Municipal Affairs”, I'm your host, Chris Brown. Today, we delve into the pulse of Saskatchewan's municipal landscape as we explore what mayors across the province are seeking from provincial leaders in the upcoming Saskatchewan provincial election, slated for October of this year. The recently concluded SUMA Convention held in Regina, Saskatchewan, served as a pivotal platform where municipal leaders congregated to advocate for their respective communities and eng

Welcome to Municipal Affairs, I’m your host Christopher Brown This episode is a follow-up segment to our previous episode from March around the pending carbon tax increase scheduled for April 1st. We sat down with Mayor Gerald Aalbers of Lloydminster at the 2024 SUMA Convention in Regina, Saskatchewan to get his reaction on this increase and what it means for residents and municipalities like his. In our last conversation, Mayor Aalbers urged Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's g

Welcome to Municipal Affairs, I'm your host Christopher Brown. As the province braces for potentially severe drought conditions, collaborative efforts are underway to mitigate the impact on communities, the economy, and the environment. In a move that the province is calling a landmark agreement, 38 prominent water licensees across southern Alberta have voluntarily come together to address the looming water crisis. Representing a significant portion of water allocation in key

Welcome to Municipal Affairs, I'm your host Christopher Brown. While we typically focus on local governance issues, we recognize the importance of the broader political landscape on municipal affairs. That's why here on the Municipal Affairs we decided to sit down with federal, provincial, and territorial leaders to delve into their perspectives on municipal governance, and how their levels of government are addressing municipal concerns. Todays Guest is Kathleen Ganley, the

Welcome to 'Municipal Affairs”, I'm your host, Chris Brown. As Municipal leaders from across Canada gear up for the June Federation of Canadian Municipalities Convention in Calgary, Alberta. there is a buzz in the air of the return of a successful mixer hosted by Rural Municipalities of Alberta. Building off the resounding success of the Toronto FCM Convention, the Rural Municipalities of Alberta is rolling out the welcome mat, inviting delegates from across Canada to join t

Welcome to 'Municipal Affairs”, I'm your host, Chris Brown. In today's show, we shine a spotlight on the pivotal role of a councillor in a rural municipality, exploring the unique challenges and triumphs encountered in these environments. Joining us for this insightful discussion are two esteemed guests: Councillor Robin Kurpjuweit from Cypress County, Alberta, and Councillor Deanna Stang from Sturgeon County, Alberta. With their wealth of experience in rural municipal leader