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Municipal Affairs

Cross Border Network

From the bustling streets of Vancouver to the serene coastlines of the Maritimes, and all the way up north to the breathtaking landscapes of the Arctic, we"re embarking on an expedition that will connect us, inform us, and empower us. This isn"t just another show; it"s your portal into the pulse of your local community and every community across our vast and diverse country.

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00:34:40

Conservative Party of BC Leadership Candidate Bruce...

Municipal Affairs ·

2026/02/11

On May 30th, 2026, members of the Conservative Party of British Columbia will choose a new party leader.Leadership contests are not only about party politics—they are also about ideas, priorities, and competing visions for the future of the province. In the weeks leading up to the vote, candidates are outlining their plans for British Columbia, including how they see the role of municipalities and regional districts across the province.Local governments play a central role in delivering services,

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00:32:09

The Human Infrastructure

Municipal Affairs ·

2026/02/11

Leading a municipality today isn’t just about budgets, bylaws, and infrastructure—it’s about people.In the past decade alone, the role of local leaders has transformed dramatically. The pace of social media, the complexity of intergovernmental relationships, and the growing expectations of communities have created a new reality for municipal councils and administrators. The mental load on local leaders has never been heavier, and the need for strong communication, collaboration, and personal

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00:32:52

Aging in Place: The Town of Trochu, Alberta

Municipal Affairs ·

2026/02/06

In small towns, big projects often carry even bigger meaning.In Trochu, a community of just over 1,000 people in rural Alberta, that meaning is taking shape in steel, concrete, and long-term vision. The Trochu Seniors Supportive Living Facility is more than a new building—it’s an investment in aging with dignity, staying close to home, and keeping families and community connections intactThis Town of Trochu and Trochu Housing Corporation capital project, funded in part by the Alberta government,

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00:30:16

Not A One-Size Fits All Approach: Alberta Municipalities

Municipal Affairs ·

2026/02/04

Today, we are taking a closer look at infrastructure, housing, and the growing tension between good intentions and real-world consequences.In its 2025 budget, the federal government announced the new Build Communities Strong Fund, promising major investments in local infrastructure — roads, transit, water and wastewater systems, and community facilities — all aimed at unlocking housing supply and improving affordability.It’s a commitment that Alberta’s municipalities welcome.But there’s a

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00:52:14

Saskatchewan Community and Economic Change: SEDA

Municipal Affairs ·

2026/01/30

Today, we’re talking about community economic development—not just as a series of projects or plans, but as a system. A system that connects people, sectors, and places, and helps communities prepare for opportunity when it comes.For more than 40 years, one organization has played a key role in that work. SEDA is Saskatchewan’s provincial backbone organization for community economic development. Since 1984, it has supported communities across the province to become investment ready—helping them

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00:48:24

The Artificial Municipal Intellegence

Municipal Affairs ·

2026/01/28

With artificial intelligence moving from buzzword to everyday tool, a big question is facing local governments everywhere: are municipalities ready for the rise of AI? Are they leading the way in innovation, or quietly falling behind?Across council chambers and municipal offices, AI is beginning to influence how services are delivered, how decisions are made, and how limited resources are stretched further than ever before. But with opportunity comes risk — and the need for strong governance, clear

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00:31:50

Closing the 17B Infrastructure GAP: RMA

Municipal Affairs ·

2026/01/27

Rural municipalities across Alberta own and operate most of the province’s roads, bridges, and utility systems. These are the assets that connect communities, move goods, and support the resource-based and emerging industries that keep Alberta competitive. But for years, those same municipalities have been asked to do more with less—facing chronic underfunding, rising construction costs, aging infrastructure, and increasingly constrained budgets.This week, the Rural Municipalities of Alberta

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00:49:40

The State of the Municipal Fire Department

Municipal Affairs ·

2026/01/23

It’s a new year—and with it comes new challenges, new obstacles, and new problems to solve. But a new year also gives us a moment to pause, to reflect on where we are today, and how we got here.Municipalities are complex, multi-pronged organizations. From cleaning the streets, to keeping the water running when you turn on the shower, municipalities are truly the front lines of government services. They’re the level of government people interact with every single day—often without even realizing it

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00:23:10

Saskatchewan Canola and the China Tariff

Municipal Affairs ·

2026/01/21

After months of uncertainty for farmers and producers across rural Canada, there may finally be some relief on the horizon.On Friday, Ottawa announced a new trade agreement with China following a high-level meeting in Beijing between Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The deal is expected to roll back some of the steep tariffs that have weighed heavily on Canadian agriculture and seafood exports—tariffs that were imposed as part of an escalating trade dispute between the

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00:27:21

Countdown to NB Municipal Elections

Municipal Affairs ·

2026/01/21

It’s shaping up to be one of the busiest municipal election seasons Canada has seen in years. In 2026, a majority of Canadians will head to the polls to choose a new generation of municipal leaders—councillors and mayors who will help shape their communities for the next four years.That election season begins right here in New Brunswick.On May 11th, the province will be the first in the country to head to the municipal polls, with nominations opening at the end of March. But this is no ordinary

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00:10:25

One Year: A Municipal Journey

Municipal Affairs ·

2025/12/23

As we close out the final episode of Municipal Affairs for 2025, and begin to look ahead to 2026, I want to take a moment to pause and reflect—if you’ll allow me.***************************************************Support The Show Today: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/support-the-showJoin The Show: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/be-part-of-the-show ***************************************************Listen To The Show: Apple: https://apple.co/41p5I2ISpotify: https://bit.ly/3tkvb0E Youtube:

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00:28:55

Year in Review 2025: FCM Big City Mayors' Caucus

Municipal Affairs ·

2025/12/19

Over the past twelve months, municipal leaders from coast to coast have been navigating a perfect storm of pressures. Housing affordability and homelessness reached levels we’ve never seen before, pushing our shelter systems — and our compassion — to the breaking point. At the same time, rapid population growth continued to strain the very foundations of urban life: public transit, roads, water systems, community services… all aging faster than we can repair them, and all expected to serve more

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00:33:04

Year in Review 2025: Alberta Municipalities

Municipal Affairs ·

2025/12/19

Today we’re taking a deep dive into the year that was — 2025, a year that tested Alberta’s municipalities, reshaped policy debates, and reminded us just how essential local government is to the everyday lives of Albertans.2025 was an election year — on October 20th, nearly every community in Alberta headed to the polls. However, even before voters cast their ballots, the conversation around local democracy was intensifying. From concerns over new rules banning electronic vote tabulators to questions

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00:31:52

Year In Review 2025: FCM Rural Forum

Municipal Affairs ·

2025/12/17

Over the last twelve months, rural Canada has moved from the margins of national conversation to the centre of some of our biggest policy debates. Earlier this year, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Rural Forum played an especially influential role—raising the voices of small communities, farm towns, northern and remote regions, and the municipalities that keep Canada’s economic engine running quietly but powerfully in the background.This was the year FCM released The Future of Rural

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00:36:32

Year in Review 2025: Saskatchewan Association of...

Municipal Affairs ·

2025/12/17

Today we take a step back and look at the year that was — a year of challenge, change, and unmistakable movement across rural Saskatchewan.To do so we’re joined by the President of the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities, Bill Huber, to reflect on a defining year for rural communities and the leaders who serve them.2025 was a year where rural issues pushed firmly into the provincial spotlight. From the halls of the annual SARM Convention in March — where more than two thousand delegates

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00:17:32

Year in Review 2025: Association of Yukon Communities

Municipal Affairs ·

2025/12/17

It’s been a year of transformation for Yukon communities — one marked by historic investments, renewed partnerships, and a growing sense of momentum. From Dawson City to Watson Lake, and from the Village of Mayo to the capital in Whitehorse, municipalities saw unprecedented support aimed at strengthening the services and infrastructure that residents rely on every day.Major federal-territorial funding agreements took shape as well, opening the door to long-term improvements in water systems, roads,

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00:23:31

Year in Review 2025: Association of Manitoba...

Municipal Affairs ·

2025/12/15

2025 was anything but quiet in the Keystone Province. Municipalities faced a complex mix of challenges: rising pressures on mental health response, growing concerns about public safety, vandalism and harassment aimed at local officials, and the day-to-day reality of delivering services with stretched resources. We watched municipalities call loudly for legislative reform, seek stronger federal commitments on housing, bail, and policing, and push for renewed investment in the water, wastewater, and

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00:38:21

Year in Review 2025: Rural Municipalities of Alberta

Municipal Affairs ·

2025/12/15

We’re taking a deep dive into a year that has been anything but ordinary for rural Alberta.Over the past twelve months, Rural Municipalities of Alberta have found themselves at a crossroads — balancing real challenges with emerging opportunities. It’s been a year marked by sweeping legislative change, growing financial pressures, and a renewed spotlight on the essential role rural communities play in the province’s economic and social fabric.From the passage of Bill 50 — which reshaped municipal

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00:32:31

Year in Review 2025: Saskatchewan Urban...

Municipal Affairs ·

2025/12/15

This year, SUMA has been hard at work — not just hosting events or conventions, but pushing for real change on behalf of urban municipalities. As part of the 2025‑26 provincial budget cycle, SUMA welcomed major investments in public safety, infrastructure, northern roads and airports, and health services — moves that will materially improve quality of life across the province. At the same time, SUMA has consistently called on the provincial government to step up when it comes to mental health,

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01:08:52

Alberta’s Local Economy Unpacked

Municipal Affairs ·

2025/12/12

Today, we’re taking a close look back at the economic outlook of 2025—and what it means as we head into 2026.2025 has been a year of contrasts. Across Alberta, municipalities have faced the ongoing impacts of global economic uncertainty—rising inflation, volatile markets, and the ever-present chatter about a potential global recession. At the same time, many communities have shown remarkable resilience, leveraging regional partnerships, strategic planning, and innovative initiatives to maintain

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