Today we turn our focus to northwestern Alberta, where a major decision in the post-secondary sector is rippling through an entire region. Students and residents in the town of Fairview are still reeling after Northwestern Polytechnic announced plans to close its satellite campus. The news broke late on October 29th, following a vote by the institution’s board of governors—leaving many in the community shocked, disappointed, and searching for answers. The Fairview campus has

Last week, more than twelve hundred delegates from communities across Alberta gathered in Calgary for what Alberta Municipalities calls the province’s largest municipal gathering. For three days, municipal leaders, administrators, and local government partners met face-to-face, sharing ideas and charting a path forward for their communities. This was the first meeting of municipal leaders since the 2025 Alberta Municipal Election on October 20th, 2025. We spoke with three vil

Last week, more than twelve hundred delegates from communities across Alberta gathered in Calgary for what Alberta Municipalities calls the province’s largest municipal gathering. For three days, municipal leaders, administrators, and local government partners met face-to-face, sharing ideas and charting a path forward for their communities. This was the first meeting of municipal leaders since the 2025 Alberta Municipal Election on October 20th, 2025. We spoke with three Tow

In the Village of Alberta Beach, Alberta, a new council term is underway — bringing together a mix of fresh faces, and familiar faces. Among those is Mayor Tara Elwood. She joins her colleagues in leading the village forward over the next four years. We sat down with Mayor Elwood to talk about leadership, priorities for the term ahead, and what lies ahead for the community of Alberta Beach. This… is Municipal Affairs. *************************************************** Suppor

Last week, more than twelve hundred delegates from communities across Alberta gathered in Calgary for what Alberta Municipalities calls the province’s largest municipal gathering. For three days, municipal leaders, administrators, and local government partners met face-to-face, sharing ideas and charting a path forward for their communities. Alberta’s two largest cities — Calgary and Edmonton — were well represented, with both mayors spending time on the floor speaking with d

After a week filled with handshakes, campaign conversations, and interactions with more than 1,200 delegates, Grande Prairie Councillor Dylan Bressey emerged as the newly elected President of Alberta Municipalities. Bressey secured 62.7 per cent of the vote, defeating Penhold Mayor Mike Yargeau, who received 29.6 per cent, and Communities First Calgary Councillor Andre Chabot, who earned 7.7 per cent. During his campaign speech on Friday morning, Bressey told delegates he was

Next week, the Association of Manitoba Municipalities is gearing up for its annual Fall Convention—this year, under the banner Leadership in Motion. And the timing couldn’t be more significant. With just one year until the next municipal elections, communities across Manitoba are heading into a period of transition. AMM is challenging municipal leaders to stay bold, stay forward-thinking, and take the steps today that will shape tomorrow. Over three days at Winnipeg’s RBC Con

After a week filled with handshakes, campaign conversations, and interactions with more than 1,200 delegates, Grande Prairie Councillor Dylan Bressey emerged as the newly elected President of Alberta Municipalities. Bressey secured 62.7 per cent of the vote, defeating Penhold Mayor Mike Yargeau, who received 29.6 per cent, and Communities First Calgary Councillor Andre Chabot, who earned 7.7 per cent. During his campaign speech on Friday morning, Bressey told delegates he was

Today, we’re turning our attention to one of the most anticipated events on the municipal calendar. This November 20th to 22nd, municipal leaders from across Newfoundland and Labrador will gather in Corner Brook for the 75th annual MNL Conference, Trade Show, and AGM. The Corner Brook Civic Centre will serve as the main hub for what promises to be the largest assembly of municipal sector leaders in the province. As Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador looks toward the fut