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August 5, 2026 Edition
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August 5, 2026 Edition
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Leaving Big Cities
By Gord Hume
Several years ago, when I was on the speaking circuit helping small and mid-sized cities, I argued that the cost of housing and the quality of life issues in some of Canada's largest cities would. . . . . . ( more )
 

Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act
Government of Canada establishes foreign influence registry
 

Government of Canada
Building Communities Strong in British Columbia with 54 new infrastructure projects
 

New Brunswick
Support for more electric vehicle charging infrastructure
 

Cold Lake
City takes issue with Ottawa's tactics in PILT fight
 

Fraser Institute
West Vancouver highest spender across metro Vancouver municipalities at $3,879; Surrey was lowest at $1,646
 

Insurance Bureau of Canada
Severe weather losses in Manitoba and Saskatchewan climb above $840 million
 

Greater Sudbury
City Announces New Director of Engineering Services
 

Cowichan Valley Regional District
CVRD and CUPE Local 358 Ratify a New Collective Agreement
 

Township of Russell
Township launches new website
 

Whitby
Whitby Launches New Accessibility Features on Town Website
 

Town of Essex
Town Creates E.L.K. Energy Inc. Legacy Investment Fund
 

Thunder Bay
Agreement Signed for new Superior North EMS Base to be Located in Terrace Bay
 

Surrey
Canada's only three-pitch water-based field hockey complex opens at Tamanawis Park
 

Ontario
Government of Canada and partners acquire 19 hectares of former Windsor Raceway to contribute to proposed national urban park in the Windsor area
 

Comox
Town Receives 5 Million in Infrastructure Funding through the Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF) Community Stream
 
Smarter Security. Stronger Communities. | Commissionaires
 

Mission
City of Mission receives application for mediation with CUPE Local 1267

Nova Scotia
NS Power avoids strike, reaches tentative agreement

North Cowichan
North Cowichan and CUPE 358-9 ratify three-year firefighter collective agreement
Camping and RV Industry Definitions for Municipalities | Learn More »
 

Essex
Mayor seeks council review of future gateway signs after Harrow arch debate
When Staff Changes, Processes Shouldn't. Learn more »
 

Northern Ontario
First Nations slam Ontario's lack of commitment to publicly review wildfire response

Nanaimo
Municipal boundary extension receives provincial approval
Safety Detection System—Making public spaces safer, one step at a time
 

Langley Township
Township creates policy for using AI tools

Essex County
Council to discuss study of AI data centres
 
Survey: Contribute to valuable research on climate action in Canada
 

Financial Accountability Office of Ontario
FAO Releases 2025-26 Annual Report

Prince Edward Island
Maritime Electric raising rates on P.E.I. customers to cover Hurricane Fiona costs

Rocky View County
County Awards More Than $1 Million in Community Recreation and Culture Funding Grants
Learn why you should hire a forest professional.
 

Ontario
Province Investing Nearly $10 Million to Support Niagara District Airport Expansion

Collingwood
New Official Plan Comes into Effect, Guiding Collingwood's Future Growth and Development

Less red tape, more great plates
Regional partnership supports local small businesses during food truck season

Regional District of Nanaimo
RDN Board Approves Grants in Support of Local Organizations

Government of the Northwest Territories
Minimum Wage Set to Increase Sept 1, 2026
Break down housing data and policy silos with UnDashboard (Free)
 

Government of Canada
Building Canada strong by investing in wastewater infrastructure in Green Hill

Parkland County
Provincial funding supports two Parkland County road projects

Barrie
City resurfacing over 18km of roadway this year
 
 

Windsor
Councillor seeks tighter Airbnb rules amid concerns over short-term rental loopholes

Chilliwack
City Renews Call for the Province of BC to Accept Housing Unit Contributions on First Nations Land towards Housing Target Orders

Town of Ajax
Town secures Ajax Plaza lands for future downtown redevelopment

Regional Municipality of Durham
Region of Durham takes action on housing affordability with $8 million investment

Barrie
New rental housing development creates opportunities across Barrie's housing system
 

Capital Regional District
CRD receives funding for the Biochar Project

Mission
City Launches Cart Selection for New Curbside Collection Program

New dogs join Alberta's fight against mussels
Alberta's government is adding two more highly trained detection dogs to fight against invasive mussels across the province

Manitoba
The latest numbers from an aquatic invasive species blitz in Manitoba

Edmonton
What is urban creek syndrome and why might it be making flooding in Edmonton worse?

Montreal
Repeated flooding, few answers drive Montreal West Island residents to demand action

Maple Ridge
City working on environmental projects, flood control

Coquitlam
Coquitlam Protecting Key Wildlife Corridor along Partington Creek

Esquimalt
New EV chargers coming to Archie Browning Sports Centre
 
 

Ontario
Province Breaks Ground on Scarborough Health Network's New Emergency Department

Alberta
Investing in health care for vulnerable Albertans

Prince Edward Island
Province adds 60 long-term care beds in Summerside

Nova Scotia
More Long-Term Care Spaces Open in Bedford

Prince Edward Island
New partnership will reduce wait times for MRI scans on PEI

Cranbrook
Cranbrook Named BC's Most Active Community – 2026 ParticipACTION Community Challenge
 

Quebec
First case of raccoon rabies detected in a cat in Quebec
 

Government of Canada
Minister Valdez announces federal support for crisis hotlines responding to gender-based violence in Newfoundland and Labrador
 

Rocky View County
County Pauses Recreation Projects While Developing Long-Term Recreation Strategy

North Battleford
Province pledges support for Battlefords Regional Arena & Events Centre pending federal funding approval

Municipality of Powassan
Trout Creek Community Centre stays open after Powassan approves occupancy plan

Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District
ACRD moves forward with Log Train Trail updates

Municipality of Trent Lakes
$185,400 OTF Grant Provides new Outdoor Event Space to Foster Recreation Opportunities for all Ages

Nanaimo
New amenities at Stadium District

Paddling Made Easier
New Accessible Paddlecraft Launch at Elk/Beaver Lake

Kitchener
Equip Sport lockers now available to use at City parks

Cambridge
Aecon Group Inc. newest sponsor at the Cambridge Soccer Complex

Cambridge
CUPE Local 1882 sponsors new scoreboard at Kin1 Accessible Ball Diamond

Toronto
Toronto renaming Main Sewage Treatment Playground

Whitchurch-Stouffville
Memorial Park Trail Connection Expands Access To Rouge National Urban Park
 

Government of Canada
Federal government invests in active transportation and accessibility improvements in Antigonish

Nanaimo
Council adopts new off-street parking bylaw

City of Nelson
City launches free Bike Valet service for market events
 

District of Sooke
$30,000 Provincial Investment Enhances Sooke's Emergency Coordination Capacity

Saskatchewan
New emergency equipment unveiled for water safety team in Saskatchewan

Community Safety and Well-Being Fund
Micro-Grant Program applications now open to support community-led projects across Durham

Ottawa
Ottawa's red light cameras issued $8 million in fines in first 6 months of the year. These are the hot spots for tickets

Quebec
Paramedics reach a tentative agreement with the Quebec government

Sarnia
Police Chief Derek Davis under criminal investigation

Guelph
After 7 fire-related deaths in the city, Guelph firefighters will knock on doors as part of education campaign

Bowen Island Municipality
Bowen Island Fire Rescue Earns Superior Tanker Shuttle Service Accreditation

Toronto
City welcomes 45 new Primary Care Paramedics at graduation ceremony

Edmonton
EPS youth academy for students interested in police work celebrates 37 new graduates
 

New Brunswick
Major milestone: World's longest covered bridge being celebrated in Hartland

New Brunswick
New Brunswick and Maine communities celebrate friendship

Gravenhurst
New interpretive panel celebrates the legacy of James McCabe and Gravenhurst's early history

District of Central Saanich
New paddle installation at Centennial Park reflects shared commitment to reconciliation and peaceful future

Metro Vancouver
$300,000 Awarded in Regional Cultural Project Grants

British Columbia
Point Ellice House closes to public

Prince Albert
Water Treatment Plant Public Art Collaboration
Camping and RV Industry Definitions for Municipalities | Learn More »
 
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Peace River Regional District
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ARTICLES
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Beyond the Venue: What Major Events Reveal About Operational Awareness
By Sophie Laplante
Municipal Information Network
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Safety Detection System—Making public spaces safer, one step at a time
 
 
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Red and White and Happy
By Gord Hume
Municipal Information Network
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Learn why you should hire a forest professional.
 
Break down housing data and policy silos with UnDashboard (Free)

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Le gouvernement du Canada établit un registre des activités d'influence étrangère
 
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College welcomes new Director General this fall
 
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Le Collège accueille son nouveau directeur général cet automne
 

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