Municipal Affairs

Welcome to another episode of Municipal Affairs. Over the last two weeks, our team has been travelling across Saskatchewan in preparation for our live Saskatchewan Provincial Election Night Special.  During our journey, we’ve connected with mayors, councillors, and other key stakeholders to understand how this election will shape the future of municipalities.  And as the Saskatchewan Election cont...

Welcome to another episode of Municipal Affairs. Over the last two weeks, our team has been travelling across Saskatchewan in preparation for our live Saskatchewan Provincial Election Night Special.  During our journey, we’ve connected with mayors, councillors, and other key stakeholders to understand how this election will shape the future of municipalities.  And as the Saskatchewan Election cont...

This November, members of the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) will gather in Edmonton for their annual fall convention. This year brings a significant change as Ponoka County Reeve Paul McLauchlin, after years of dedicated service, steps down as President. As candidates announce their bids for the RMA Presidency, we will speak with candidates about their leadership styles, visions for the or...

Welcome to another episode of Municipal Affairs. Last week, municipal leaders from across the province gathered in Red Deer for the Alberta Municipalities Convention and Trade Show. The event featured debates on resolutions, addresses from provincial leaders, and insightful discussions on a wide range of topics shared among municipal officials. We were on the ground and had one key question for th...

Welcome to another episode of Municipal Affairs. Municipalities want them, but the Province doesn't. During last week's Alberta Municipalities Convention and Trade show in Red Deer, Municipal Leaders voted overwhelmingly to ask the province to allow municipalities to use Automated Voting Tabulators in the upcoming 2025 Municipal Elections. *************************************************** Suppor...

Welcome to another episode of Municipal Affairs. As we gear up for our Live Saskatchewan provincial election show, we are excited to announce the launch of our "Sask Votes: One-on-One Interviews" series. Over the coming weeks, we will be crisscrossing Saskatchewan, meeting with municipal leaders from across the province to hear firsthand their priorities, challenges, and expectations from the prov...

Welcome to another episode of Municipal Affairs. It's the final day of Alberta Municipalities Convention and Trade Show and we were there speaking with Municipal Leader from across the province about they they took away from the last three days, and where they go from here. *************************************************** 0:00 - Opening  0:03 - Introduction  0:35 - ABMunis President Speech to J...

Welcome to another episode of Municipal Affairs. Day 2 of Alberta Municipalities Convention and Trade Show is the the bag, and we were there speaking with Municipal Leader from across the province. Yesterday Alberta Premier Danielle Smith andAlbertaNDP Leader Naheed Nenshi spoke to delegates, and we were there covering the delegates reactions. *************************************************** 0:...

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. In November, members of the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) will gather in Edmonton for their annual fall convention, marking a pivotal moment in the organization's history. This year brings a significant change as Ponoka County Reeve Paul McLauchlin, after years of dedicated service, steps down as President. His departure opens the door to new leadership, w...

Welcome to another episode of Municipal Affairs. Day 1 of Alberta Municipalities Convention and Trade Show is the the bag, and we were there speaking with Municipal Leader from across the province. We also have the speeches from Provincial and Federal Stakeholders, and we go one-on-one with Bill Purdy former AUMA President about how the organization has changed in his 38 years attending the conven...

Welcome to another episode of Municipal Affairs. Alberta's municipal leaders are gathering in Red Deer for the annual Alberta Municipalities Trade and Convention Show, a key event that brings together local leaders from across the province. Over the next three days, we will be live on location, offering you insights and perspectives directly from those at the heart of Alberta's communities...

Welcome to another episode of Municipal Affairs. With the 2024 New Brunswick Provincial Election underway, and voters gearing up to head to the polls on October 21st, today’s focus is on what municipalities in the province are hoping to hear—or have already heard—from party leaders on critical issues affecting local governments. Our guest today is Andrew Black, President of the Union of Municipali...

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. As communities across Canada continue to grow and expand, rail safety has become an increasingly important issue for both municipalities and the public. Rail Safety Week, an annual initiative held across the country, plays a vital role in raising awareness about the dangers of railway crossings and the importance of safety near rail tracks. This year, Rail Safety Week...

Welcome to another episode of Municipal Affairs with Chris Brown. Today, we’re diving into one of the most anticipated events for local government leaders in Alberta—the upcoming Alberta Municipalities Convention and Trade Show, happening from September 24th to 27th in Red Deer. As you know, Alberta Municipalities works closely with elected officials and administrative leaders to develop innovativ...

Welcome to another episode of Municipal Affairs. In today’s episode, we’re focusing on the upcoming Saskatchewan Provincial Election, which is set to kick off within days, if not hours. As the election draws near, the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) has been hard at work, laying the groundwork to ensure that key issues facing their communities are front and center. This summer...

Welcome to Municipal Affairs where we dive deep into the issues and opportunities facing municipalities today. It’s that time of year again—Budget Season! For many administrations and councils, it’s one of the most stressful periods on the calendar, as every decision, every investment, and every priority is put on the table for discussion. And for municipalities, one of the greatest challenges is...

Welcome to Municipal Affairs, I’m Chris Brown. As tensions rise over a nationwide labour dispute between Canada’s two major freight railways and the unions representing their workers, rural communities across the Prairie provinces are bracing for impact. As of Thursday, August 22nd, the two major railways companies locked out over 9,000 works causing stoppage of trains across the Country. The stop...

Welcome to Municipal Affairs, I’m Christopher Brown. Today we have a follow-up episode from last Tuesday. In this episode we continue to explore the dark side of municipal politics, focusing on the abuse and harassment municipal officials face. We are shifting our attention to the unique challenges male municipal leaders confront as they navigate their roles as elected officials. These leaders oft...

Welcome to Municipal Affairs, I’m Christopher Brown. Today we are launching a new series of episodes on Municipal Affairs that will be airing in July. The Dark Side of Municipal Politics - Abuse and Harassment in Municipal Politics. We will explore the dark side of municipal politics, with a particular focus on the abuse and harassment faced by municipal officials. In today's episode, we shine...

Welcome to Municipal Affairs, I’m Chrisotopher Brown. During the recent Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) convention in Calgary, Northern Sunrise County Reeve Corinna Williams posed a pivotal question to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. She inquired whether he had visited the northwestern part of Alberta since assuming leadership, specifically to gain firsthand insights into the energy ind...

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. I'm Christopher Brown. Today we have a piece of exciting news for residents across rural Alberta, and Canada. Earlier on in June, a significant announcement was made in Clearwater County, Alberta, that promises to reshape the digital landscape for many underserved areas of the province. In a joint effort to promote fairness and connectivity for every generation, t...

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. Today, in our Alberta Municipalities roundtable discussion will delve into three crucial topics affecting Municipalities in the Province of Alberta. First, we’ll address water management amidst severe drought conditions, a pressing concern for many municipalities. Next, we will examine the aftermath of Bills 18, 20, and 21, focusing on the regulations that will be imp...

Welcome to Municipal Affairs, I’m Christopher Brown. Today we delve into one organization and their initiatives shaping the economic landscape of our communities in North Eastern Alberta. AlbertaHUB, is an influential organization based in northeastern Alberta, dedicated to providing regional investment information and assistance to companies across Canada and around the world. Ranked among Canada...

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. I'm Christopher Brown. Today, we have an exciting development to discuss—the launch of the first political party focused solely on municipal affairs in the City of Calgary. It's called A Better Calgary Party, and it's ready to make a significant impact on our beloved city. The provincial government created legislation earlier this year paving the way for p...

Welcome to Municipal Affairs. I'm Christopher Brown. This past weekend Municipal leaders from across Canada gathered in Calgary for the annual Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) convention, and we have a compelling story about a significant investment in municipalities collective fight against climate change. Intact Financial Corporation announced on the last day of the FCM Convention...