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Review of Basic Telecommunication Services Underway

The Canadian Radio and Television Commission (CRTC) has issued a notice of consultation to examine its policies regarding basic telecommunications services in Canada including affordability, level of service and whether areas are underserved or without service. Read More 

NEB Seeks Feedback on Emergency Management Information

The National Energy Board (NEB) is asking the public to participate in a consultation on the transparency of emergency management information. Local governments are welcome to provide comments until June 25, 2015. Read More  

UBCM, MARR Joint Working Group Update

On May 13, 2015, UBCM and the Ministry of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation (MARR) convened their first Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting of the year. The JWG discussed several issues relevant to local government including the BC treaty process and the Community to Community Forum program. Members also discussed the JWG's terms of reference, and welcomed new members, including a federal representative from Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada. Read More

May 20, 2015
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