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Policies and bylaws : a guide for public library boards in Alberta

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A guide to help Alberta public library boards with the creation of local policies that are required under Section 7 of the Libraries Regulation, and safety and use bylaws allowed under Section 36... More ≫

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A guide to help Alberta public library boards with the creation of local policies that are required under Section 7 of the Libraries Regulation, and safety and use bylaws allowed under Section 36 of the Libraries Act. Includes sample policies and bylaws for adaption and use by library boards.

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Community revitalization levy program : program guidelines

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Program guidelines for the relaunched Community Revitalization Levy program. The document outlines what the program is, how it works and the steps for a municipality to apply.

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Alberta 9-1-1 grant program guidelines : 2022 Version

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Explains the 9-1-1 Grant Program, which is intended to support and enhance the delivery and development of local 9-1-1 services throughout Alberta, as delivered by Public Safety Answering Points... More ≫

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Explains the 9-1-1 Grant Program, which is intended to support and enhance the delivery and development of local 9-1-1 services throughout Alberta, as delivered by Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs). Includes information on program eligibility, program components, funding conditions, and the application process.

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Pecuniary interest for municipal councillors [2021]

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This manual will assist councillors and the general public in municipalities across Alberta in understanding the provisions relating to pecuniary interest. This document is to be used in... More ≫

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This manual will assist councillors and the general public in municipalities across Alberta in understanding the provisions relating to pecuniary interest. This document is to be used in conjunction with the Municipal Government Act and follows the various procedures as set out in legislation.

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Alberta municipal wildfire assistance program guidelines [2020]

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Explains the Municipal Wildfire Assistance Program, which has been designed to provide financial assistance for the incremental costs incurred by the suppression of wildfires outside Alberta’s... More ≫

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Explains the Municipal Wildfire Assistance Program, which has been designed to provide financial assistance for the incremental costs incurred by the suppression of wildfires outside Alberta’s Forest Protection Area. Includes information on the program's approval process, program eligibility, and expenditure eligibility.

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9-1-1 grant program guidelines [2018]

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Explains the 9-1-1 Grant Program, which is intended to support and enhance the delivery and development of local 9-1-1 services throughout Alberta. Includes information on program eligibility,... More ≫

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Explains the 9-1-1 Grant Program, which is intended to support and enhance the delivery and development of local 9-1-1 services throughout Alberta. Includes information on program eligibility, program components, funding conditions, and the application process.

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Best practices for public libraries in Alberta

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Presents best practices that can be adopted by public libraries in Alberta, in 10 areas of library service and operation: personnel, hours of opening, collections, information services, resource... More ≫

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Presents best practices that can be adopted by public libraries in Alberta, in 10 areas of library service and operation: personnel, hours of opening, collections, information services, resource sharing, technology, facilities, accessibility, indigenous service, and school-housed public libraries. For each of these 10 categories, a brief overview of the issue is provided, along with: pertinent legislative requirements, best practices, support provided by the Public Library Services Branch, recommended supporting resources, and supporting documents such as templates.

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Pecuniary interest for municipal councillors [2017]

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Explanation of requirements under The Municipal Government Act (MGA).

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Alberta wildland / urban interface fires : a guide for municipal directors of emergency management and consequence management officers

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Provides an overview of how the Government of Alberta manages wildland urban interface fires from the aspects of prevention and mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. The wildland urban... More ≫

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Provides an overview of how the Government of Alberta manages wildland urban interface fires from the aspects of prevention and mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. The wildland urban interface is the area where industrial, agricultural, or residential development overlaps wildland areas. Includes a sample template for developing a community wildfire preparedness guide.

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Alberta guidelines for Municipal Wildfire Assistance Program [2012]

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Explains the Municipal Wildfire Assistance Program, which has been designed to provide financial assistance for the incremental costs incurred by the suppression of wildfires outside Alberta’s... More ≫

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Explains the Municipal Wildfire Assistance Program, which has been designed to provide financial assistance for the incremental costs incurred by the suppression of wildfires outside Alberta’s Forest Protection Area. Includes information on the program's approval process, program eligibility, and expenditure eligibility.

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