In the last few years SARM has been focusing more efforts on how to build capacity in our members so they can just do what they do better! Through SARM’s strategic planning process we realized that if we can help RMs build capacity in their council members and staff it would go a long way in driving the successes of individual RMs and all of rural Saskatchewan. We wanted our members to have access to structured training on topics like Conflict Resolution, Conducting Effective Meetings,...

The Pest Biosecurity Program is hosting PCO workshops in January 2019, one in each SARM division.  These accredited educational workshops are provided free of charge to Saskatchewan Pest Control Officers, Councillors and anyone interested in these roles. All workshops will be facilitated by the CAP-RCP Provincial Coordinator, Grant Peeling along with the Plant Health Officer in each division and run 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. The agenda and registration form are available here. Please submit your...

For Immediate Release November 28, 2018 Trespass Changes Welcomed by SARM The Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) is pleased with the province’s amendments to the trespass legislation. SARM members have passed multiple resolutions related to trespassing over the years and the association has advocated that individuals need to receive express permission from a landowner before they access private land. “Trespassing presents a threat not only to feelings of...

SUMA, SARM Support Made-in-Saskatchewan Climate Change Strategy The Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA) and the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) continue to support Saskatchewan’s climate change strategy and oppose the federal carbon tax that will place additional costs on the province’s municipalities. “Saskatchewan’s municipalities have embraced a leadership role in adopting carbon reduction strategies,” said SUMA President Gordon Barnhart....