This week, we're taking our conversation beyond Alberta's borders—but not beyond the issues that matter most here at home. Municipal governments don't operate in isolation anymore. The challenges facing our communities—from housing affordability and infrastructure to economic development, public safety, emergency management, energy, water, and trade—are increasingly shared across provinces, territories, and even international borders. That's why it's so important for municipal leaders to have...

Ready or not, the race to Ontario's next municipal election is officially underway. This month marks the beginning of the 2026 municipal election calendar, with nominations now open for candidates across the province. That process continues until August 21st, when nominations close and the campaign officially kicks into high gear. From that point forward, Ontarians can expect to see campaign signs on street corners, candidates knocking on doors, and local issues taking centre stage as...

This week, a major funding announcement has municipalities across Alberta taking notice. The federal and Alberta governments have signed a new agreement that will unlock more than half a billion dollars in federal funding to help communities invest in critical water and wastewater infrastructure—projects aimed at supporting new housing development across the province. Standing together in Red Deer, Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith announced the Canada-Alberta Housing...