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4worldlovers: Ric McIver was sworn in as Minister of Municipal Affairs on June 9, 2023.

The Premier's mandate letter to the Minister of Municipal Affairs outlines the objectives and priorities of the work they will focus on in their role.

The first set of legislative changes, aimed at reducing regulatory burden on Alberta’s municipalities, has been passed with Bill 25 – the Red Tape Reduction Implementation Act.

Alberta is the first province in Canada to allow taller wood building construction. Advancements in fire protection and technology mean we can do so without compromising safety.

Since Spring 2019, the Safety Codes Council has been eliminating duplicative paperwork and moving services online where possible, including for appeals, accreditation applications, and permit administration.

The oil and gas sector can now rely on registered engineers to authenticate equipment rather than upgrade or alter existing equipment, or engage a third-party inspection agency.

Government is focused on protecting the rights of landowners and operators and ensuring fair and timely hearings. We have made an investment of $1.7 million in staff and board members for the Alberta Surface Rights Board.

We are meeting our commitment to provide municipalities with predictable, long-term infrastructure funding by developing the Local Government Fiscal Framework Act.

The ministry helps municipalities provide well-managed, collaborative, and accountable local government to Albertans. We also provide:

A system that strives to ensure appropriate safety standards for the construction and maintenance of buildings and equipment

Protections for new home buyers and required licensing for home builders

Management of about 2.6 million acres of public land in the province's three Special Areas

Independent review and decisions on local matters by the Land and Property Rights Tribunal

Taking quick, effective action to cut costs and deliver relief to help families, businesses and vulnerable Albertans.

Municipalities can offer property tax incentives to attract business, boost economic development and revitalize communities.