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Running for municipal office in Alberta : a candidate's guide [2013]

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Guidelines for candidates running in municipal elections including banking rules, qualifications, nominations, etc. 2013 revisions.

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Municipal census manual : requirements and guidelines for conducting a municipal census [2013]

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The Municipal Census Manual provides a step-by-step guide for census taking at the municipal level. It assists census coordinators and enumerators in complying with the Determination of Population... More ≫

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The Municipal Census Manual provides a step-by-step guide for census taking at the municipal level. It assists census coordinators and enumerators in complying with the Determination of Population Regulation and all other procedures and policies related to the census. The manual contains a list of mandatory requirements for conducting a census, as well as a number of guidelines and recommendations (see page 11). Some key definitions related to the census appear on the following page.

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Election procedures manual

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This manual has been developed to assist you in conducting an election in accordance with the Local Authorities Election Act and its amendments. All references to sections of the Act in this... More ≫

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This manual has been developed to assist you in conducting an election in accordance with the Local Authorities Election Act and its amendments. All references to sections of the Act in this manual are to the Local Authorities Election Act as amended unless otherwise stated. As well, this manual provides information on by-elections, votes on bylaws and questions to the electors for their approval, and the powers of the Ministers and the Lieutenant Governor in Council. We have also provided copies of forms and regulations.

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Now that you’ve been elected : a handbook for elected officials [2013]

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Congratulations on your election to council. This booklet presents an overview of your responsibilities as a municipal councillor and is intended to help you to understand the powers and duties of... More ≫

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Congratulations on your election to council. This booklet presents an overview of your responsibilities as a municipal councillor and is intended to help you to understand the powers and duties of a municipal council.

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Resources for providers of accessible transportation services : a toolkit

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This toolkit was developed as a resource for accessible transportation service providers and those contemplating entering the accessible transportation industry in Alberta.

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Municipal financial reporting requirements

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Section 276 of the Municipal Government Act (MGA) requires every municipality to prepare its annual financial statements in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles for... More ≫

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Section 276 of the Municipal Government Act (MGA) requires every municipality to prepare its annual financial statements in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles for municipal governments recommended by the Canadian Institution of Chartered Accountants (CICA), and in accordance with any modification of the principles or supplementary requirements established by the Minister of Municipal Affairs.

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Building on strength : a proposal for municipal sustainability for Alberta : report of the Municipal Sustainability Strategy Working Group

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This report sets out recommendations of the Municipal Sustainability Strategy Working Group. The Working Group was formed to provide input to the Minister of Municipal Affairs for the development... More ≫

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This report sets out recommendations of the Municipal Sustainability Strategy Working Group. The Working Group was formed to provide input to the Minister of Municipal Affairs for the development of a strategy to improve the long-term viability of municipalities across the province.

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Municipal census training manual : guidelines for conducting a municipal census [2008]

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the procedures outlined in this manual constitute general standard practices used in conducting a census of population, and are intended as guidelines only.

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Petitions : an information handout on petitions for use by the general public, elected officials and municipal officers [2007]

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The intent of this document is to identify those areas of the Municipal Government Act (MGA) relating to petitions, and to supplement and explain specific sections or applications of the MGA. This... More ≫

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The intent of this document is to identify those areas of the Municipal Government Act (MGA) relating to petitions, and to supplement and explain specific sections or applications of the MGA. This is not a legal document. It is only a brief summary of the petitioning requirements. Do not base your decisions on this summary alone, but use it in conjunction with the appropriate legislation. Appendix A is a listing of the applicable references to petitions within the MGA. You are urged to obtain an office consolidation of the MGA, including amendments, prior to initiating a petition.

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Tax recovery : a guide for Alberta municipalities [2007]

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The following manual has been written to assist municipalities and other stakeholders in working through the three tax recovery processes that are outlined in the Municipal Government Act (MGA),... More ≫

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The following manual has been written to assist municipalities and other stakeholders in working through the three tax recovery processes that are outlined in the Municipal Government Act (MGA), RSA 2000, Chapter M-26. This manual contains detailed descriptions of the steps required to satisfy the legislative requirements relating to the various tax recovery processes. It also contains flowcharts and checklists that highlight the main steps and timelines. The manual also contains the various forms that may be required by Alberta Land Titles or the Personal Property Registry. Sample letters and tax agreements are also provided, which may be of use to municipalities and stakeholders.

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