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

Welcome to 'Municipal Affairs”, I'm your host, Chris Brown. Today’s episode is dedicated to the 2024 Association of Manitoba Municipalities Spring Convention, where councillors, mayors, and reeves gathered in the vibrant city of Brandon, Manitoba. Hosted at the Keystone Centre, this bi-annual event serves as a crucial check-in for municipal leaders from every corner of the province. Throughout the three-day conference, attendees had the opportunity to engage in discussions, w

Welcome to 'Municipal Affairs”, I'm your host, Chris Brown. Today marks the continuation of our ongoing series dedicated to exploring the vital role of Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) in municipal governance. In this installment, we explore a fascinating phenomenon: the transition from elected office to the role of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) within municipalities. Our discussion will centre on the experiences of three distinguished guests who have traversed this

Welcome to Municipal Affairs, I am Your Host Christopher Brown. On April 2nd, Premier Wab Kinew and the Governing Manitoba NDP tabled the Manitoba Provincial Budget. Now according to the province - “Budget 2024 delivers on the government’s commitments to rebuild health care across Manitoba and lower costs for families” Manitoba’s Minister of Finance who tabled the 2024 Budget said, “We’re making smart, targeted investments. We can take steps to fix health care and lower cost

We've all seen them, those open letters penned by mayors, MLAs/MPPs/MHAs, or MPs, demanding immediate action on various issues from other...

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 Gil McGowan, the curr

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 Naheed Nenshi, the fo

Welcome to Municipal Affairs, I’m Your Host Christopher Brown. In this episode, we delve into an exciting venture that promises to elevate the Town of Mayerthorpe, Alberta onto the global stage. During a February regular meeting, the Council of Mayerthorpe approved a significant decision that is set to shape the town's future trajectory. Mayor Janet Jabush and Acting Chief Administrative Officer Karen St. Martin have been granted approval to embark on an international trade

Welcome to Municipal Affairs, I am Your Host Christopher Brown. On March 26th, 2024 Premier Doug Ford and the Governing Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario tabled Ontarios’s 2024-2025 Provincial Budget. Now according to the province - “The 2024 Budget demonstrates how the government is continuing to deliver on its Plan to Build by investing in infrastructure to get more homes built faster, attracting better jobs with bigger paycheques, keeping costs down for families a