Publications

Minister’s Awards for Municipal and Public Library Excellence

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Presents the winners and shortlisted initiatives of the Minister's Awards for Municipal and Public Library Excellence, which recognize noteworthy accomplishments in the provision of municipal and... More ≫

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Presents the winners and shortlisted initiatives of the Minister's Awards for Municipal and Public Library Excellence, which recognize noteworthy accomplishments in the provision of municipal and public library services in Alberta. Each year, municipalities and public libraries have highlighted promising practices including new and unique approaches to issues, streamlined processes for existing practices, and creative community partnerships.

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Specialized and rural municipalities and their communities

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A list of specialized municipalities and the communities in which they are located.

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Municipalities within services commissions

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A listing of Alberta communities and which services commission they are served by. A spreadsheet versions of municipal codes. is also available (see Related tab).

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Communities within specialized and rural municipalities

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Presents a listing of communities within specialized and rural municipalities in Alberta. A spreadsheet versions of municipal codes. is also available (see Related tab).

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Municipal codes

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Provincial codes pertaining to the governing of municipalities in the province of Alberta. A spreadsheet version of the municipal codes is also available under the 'Related' tab above.

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City of Chestermere municipal inspection report

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Following a months-long inspection into the City of Chestermere’s finances, Deloitte Inc. released its final inspection report concerning the city's financial management. The report highlights... More ≫

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Following a months-long inspection into the City of Chestermere’s finances, Deloitte Inc. released its final inspection report concerning the city's financial management. The report highlights significant gaps in the city’s financial management and found Chestermere’s finances to have been managed in an irregular, improper and improvident manner between October 18, 2021, and December 4, 2023.

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Small communities fund (SCF) : Alberta project outcomes report

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The document reports on the outputs and outcomes from projects that were funded by the federal government's Small Communities Funds (SCF) program. The SCF supports communities with populations... More ≫

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The document reports on the outputs and outcomes from projects that were funded by the federal government's Small Communities Funds (SCF) program. The SCF supports communities with populations under 100,000 and funds projects that address local priorities while contributing to national or regional objectives, supporting economic growth, a clean environment, and stronger communities.

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Municipal inspection report : Village of Andrew, Alberta

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Sage Analytics conducted a formal, third-party inspection of the Village of Andrew’s governance and administration from April to October, 2023. A final report was submitted to the Minister of... More ≫

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Sage Analytics conducted a formal, third-party inspection of the Village of Andrew’s governance and administration from April to October, 2023. A final report was submitted to the Minister of Municipal Affairs in November 2023 and shared with village residents at an open council session held on February 28, 2024.

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Municipal indicator annual results

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This annual publication provides a summary of the performance Alberta municipalities through a number of financial and non-financial indicators. The indicators evaluate the current and long-term... More ≫

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This annual publication provides a summary of the performance Alberta municipalities through a number of financial and non-financial indicators. The indicators evaluate the current and long-term finances of a municipality, examine whether a municipality is investing in maintaining infrastructure critical to the health and safety of residents, and assess the ability of the municipality to provide services desired by the community.

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A report on the inspection of the City of Chestermere

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Municipal governance expert George Cuff conducted a formal, third-party inspection of the City of Chestermere's management, administration and operations from May to September, 2022. A final... More ≫

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Municipal governance expert George Cuff conducted a formal, third-party inspection of the City of Chestermere's management, administration and operations from May to September, 2022. A final report was submitted to the Minister of Municipal Affairs in September 2022, and shared with Chestermere residents at a public information session held March 15, 2023.

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