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

High Prairie will not be heading to the polls, as the deadline for recall petitions against Mayor Brian Panasiuk and two councillors,...

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

The Town of Killam, Alberta, is heading to a by-election on May 13th. In February, former Mayor Ben Kellert resigned from the council....

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

In a surprising turn of events, Mayor Doug Booker of the Village of Donalda resigned from his position, before the April 6th deadline of...