March 30, 2009
News:
Have you completed the scrap tire survey?
The scrap tire survey will gather information that can help to locate and establish approximate quantities
of scrap tires in municipal landfills not already cleared of scrap tires and on private property. Help the
Saskatchewan Scrap Tire Corporation plan the final stages of clean-up work. They have a short, easy-toanswer survey available online. You can find the survey by clicking on this link:
www.sigmaanalytics.ca/scraptiresurvey
City engineers share their ‘most wanted’ list
City engineers are thinking “innovation” and welcomed recent meetings with Communities of Tomorrow to
work on a “most wanted” list of infrastructure challenges. One-on-one meetings were held with engineers
in Saskatchewan’s 13 largest urban municipalities. They explored the need and desire for innovation in
municipal systems, and the level of interest in developing partnerships through Communities of
Tomorrow. Some common areas of interest include: road and sidewalk issues, water supply,
treatment and distribution issues, waste collection and treatment issues and solid waste disposal
issues. Read the complete summary.
Provincial recycling program details being finalized
The province recently announced a new program that will provide bridge financing for municipal recycling
programs until an industry-led, province-wide Multi-Material Recycling program (MMRP) is launched.
SUMA will be administering the program on behalf of the Ministry of Environment. Details, such as
eligibility criteria, are not yet available. SUMA will share more details once the terms and process of
the program are finalized. Learn more about the program.
Is your organization considering energy improvements?
Natural Resources Canada's Office of Energy Efficiency (OEE) offers the ecoENERGY Retrofit Incentive
for Buildings to assist owners and operators of small and medium-sized buildings to implement energy
retrofit projects that reduce energy consumption, increase competitiveness and produce a healthier and
more comfortable workspace. Dozens of organizations have already finished their projects and have
received incentive payments for retrofit projects in small and medium-sized buildings across the country.
To assist your municipality in this process, the OEE has created a “Sample Pre-Project Energy Audit”
that you can use as a guide. Get more information.
Saskatoon receives Green Municipal Fund grant
The Federation of Canadian Municipality's (FCM) Green Municipal Fund program supports municipal
initiatives across Canada that benefit the environment, local economies and quality of life. The City of
Saskatoon has recently received a GMF grant that will support a feasibility study to support local
sustainability. Read the media release.
ACT grant application deadline is April 24
Affordability and Choice Today (ACT) encourages housing affordability and choice through regulatory
reform. The program is funded by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation and delivered by the
Federation of Canadian Municipalities in collaboration with the Canadian Home Builders’ Association and
the Canadian Housing and Renewal Association. ACT offers grants of up to $5,000. The application form
and more information are available at www.actprogram.com.
Upcoming Events:
Aquatic Development Workshop
April 3-4, Saskatoon
The Canadian Red Cross is hosting the first-ever Aquatic Development Workshop that will focus on
recruitment, programming alternatives and retaining youth. Sessions will take place April 3-4 in
Saskatoon. Contact Keely McBride at 668-0712 for more information. For additional information, visit
www.foundationofadminjustice.ca
Transforming and Revitalizing Downtown Summit
June 2-3, Toronto, Ontario
Take away inspiring solutions to improve your community's downtown long-term viability, including: urban
master plans, boosting your tax base, attracting economic development and creating a world-class
destination. Case studies will be presented from around the world. More information is available at
www.strategyinstitute.com/060209_trds/dsp.php
2009 SUMA Spring Regional Meetings
June 2-18, various Saskatchewan locations
Dates and locations for the spring regional meetings have now been finalized. A complete listing is
available on the SUMA events calendar. Check the SUMA website for as details become available.
6th Annual Future of Canada’s Infrastructure Summit
June 24 and 25, Toronto, Ontario
This is the ONLY Canadian event of its kind with it riding the momentum of the billions of dollars that will
be spent on infrastructure by the Government. World class case studies will be featured, and Federal
Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities John Baird, will present the Keynote Address.
Learn more.
You will be able to source eight solutions that will impact your region immediately:
 Capitalize on infrastructure spending
 Stimulate economic recovery
 Enhance environmental sustainability
 Assure accountability and transparency
 Manage your risk
 Attain greener energy
 Build strategic partnerships
 Measure supplier performance
For more events, visit the SUMA events calendar.
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2010 SUMA Convention host hotels
Rooms have been blocked for the 2010 SUMA Convention in Regina. You can qualify for special
convention room rates– just let the hotel know you are booking for the SUMA convention. Learn more.