In rural Saskatchewan, the issues facing municipalities don’t slow down — and neither does the advocacy happening behind the scenes. From concerns around the use of strychnine on farms, to the growing conversation around critical minerals and resource development, to an upcoming trip to Ottawa to bring Saskatchewan priorities directly to the national stage, the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities has been active on many fronts. These are issues that touch agricul

The Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association’s annual convention has come to a close, bringing together municipal leaders from across the province for four days of discussion, collaboration, and planning for the future. From large cities to small towns, the focus remained on building stronger, more resilient communities—while giving delegates the opportunity to connect, share ideas, and address the challenges they face on the ground. Among those in attendance was Carla B

The Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association’s annual convention has come to a close, wrapping up four days of conversation, collaboration, and forward-looking planning in Regina. Municipal leaders from across the province came together with a shared goal—finding ways to strengthen communities of every size. From infrastructure and funding to healthcare and regional cooperation, the discussions reflected the challenges many municipalities continue to navigate, and the im

The Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association’s annual convention has wrapped up, closing out four days of discussion, debate, and collaboration among municipal leaders from across the province. From larger urban centres to smaller communities, the focus this year was clear—working together to build stronger, more sustainable municipalities for the future. The convention once again provided a valuable space for delegates to connect, share ideas, and tackle the challenges

For communities across Canada, reliable infrastructure isn’t just a priority—it’s essential. And for more than two decades, one federal program has quietly helped make that possible. The federal Gas Tax Fund—now known as the Canada Community-Building Fund—delivers over $2 billion every year to more than 3,600 municipalities, supporting roughly 4,000 infrastructure projects annually. From public transit and roads to clean water and community spaces, it provides predictable, lo

Manitoba’s economic future doesn’t begin in boardrooms or big city towers—it begins in its communities. Across rural Manitoba, local leaders, businesses, and municipalities are shaping the province’s economic story in real time. From main streets to manufacturing floors, from agricultural innovation to emerging tourism opportunities, the strength of Manitoba’s economy is deeply connected to the strength of its regions. That’s where the Rural Manitoba Economic Development...

Sylvan Lake is growing—and fast. What was once a small lakeside town has steadily evolved, with its population climbing from just under 16,000 in 2021 to nearly 18,000 by the end of 2025. With that growth came a familiar question for many Alberta communities: when does a town become a city? In 2022, Sylvan Lake’s Council first explored that possibility and chose to remain a town. This year, the conversation returned—armed with new data, updated financial considerations, and a

Across Canada, municipal politics is often called the most accessible level of government — the place where community voices meet real decision-making. But as we explored in Part One of “Is Harassment Getting Worse?” Series, that space is changing. Harassment is no longer occasional — for many women in municipal leadership, it’s becoming a constant backdrop to public service. In this second part of our series, we continue that conversation — going deeper into how harassment i

The numbers are sinking in. The details are being finalized. And across Alberta, municipalities are taking a closer look at how February’s provincial budget is really affecting them—beyond the headlines, beyond the announcements, and into the day-to-day reality of running a community. Because while budgets are crafted in the legislature… their impact is felt on the ground. That reality was front and center at the recent Alberta Municipalities Municipal Leaders Convention in E