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October 21, 2025
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- Advocacy
- SARM's Annual Advocacy Trip to Ottawa
- Strategic Communications
- 2025 SARM Midterm Convention Registration Deadline
- Saskatchewan's Solid Waste Management Strategy Webinar
- Risk Management
- Programs
- Member Purchasing
- Community Planning
- Finance & Administration
- SARM Classifieds
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The Swimming Pool Regulations, 1999 Proposed Amendments Consultation
- 2025 Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal
- Announcements
- Saskatchewan Recognizes Waste Reduction Week
- Celebrate Education Week in Saskatchewan
- Crop Report for the Period October 7 to October 13, 2025
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- RMAA Seeks Applicants for Dual Role - Secretary for the BOE and AMP Program Coordinator
- SMA Nominations Now Open
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SARM’s Advocacy Team, at the direction of the SARM Board of Directors, meets and speaks with members and outside agencies on issues important to RMs, including bringing concerns forth at the provincial and federal levels.
SARM, through its Act of Incorporation, is mandated to work on files of importance to rural municipalities (RM) and agriculture producers.
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SARM’s Annual Advocacy Trip to Ottawa
Members of the SARM Board of Directors and Advocacy Team are in Ottawa this week for their annual advocacy trip. Over the coming days, the team will meet with many federal leaders to discuss priority rural issues affecting Saskatchewan RMs relating to trade and export, infrastructure, agriculture, energy and resources, healthcare and public safety, and Treaty Land Entitlement.
Keep an eye on our social media over the next few days and catch the October Rural Sheaf newsletter for more information about the trip.
| | SARM’s Strategic Communications Team leads the initiatives, events, and public-facing components of the work we do for RMs. Strategic Communications is responsible for our conventions, the Rural Dart, Rural Sheaf, Rural Councillor, webinars, and many other events and initiatives. | | |
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2025 SARM Midterm Convention
Registration Deadline
Registration for the 2025 SARM Midterm Convention is now open! RM offices received an email from SARM earlier this month outlining the registration process as well as the applicable fees for attendance.
Please note lunches will no longer be included in the convention registration fee. You must indicate that you would like to purchase lunches through your registration form for each applicable attendee.
The deadline to register/revise your registration is October 24, 2025.
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Name badges for RM councils and administrators were mailed out to RM offices earlier this month, based on the SARM RM Directory. Any SARM members attending the convention must bring their badge to the venue, it will act as a ticket which will be scanned upon arrival.
If you have registered additional/new attendees, their name badges will be available onsite. Also, if a name badge requires updating or correcting, it will be done onsite.
Non-members can register to attend by visiting the SARM website.
Please contact convention@sarm.ca if you have any further questions about convention.
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Saskatchewan’s Solid Waste Management Strategy Webinar
Join SARM and the Ministry of Environment for an information session on Saskatchewan’s Solid Waste Management Strategy.
The Ministry of Environment has launched engagement on the renewal of Saskatchewan’s Solid Waste Management Strategy. Originally introduced in January 2020, the Strategy outlines government’s commitments for achieving effective waste management in Saskatchewan and is reviewed every five years to ensure it remains relevant and impactful.
This webinar will provide an overview of the Strategy’s goals and achievements so far and seek input on the future of waste management in Saskatchewan. Members will have the opportunity to participate and contribute your perspectives on improving waste management practices across the province.
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Date: November 26, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Speakers: Pamela Berry – Senior Policy Analyst/Research Officer, Waste Stewardship and Recycling, Ministry of Environment
| | | Don’t miss this chance to engage with the Ministry and other municipal stakeholders to ensure your voice is heard in shaping Saskatchewan’s waste management future. | | SARM’s Risk Management Team is comprised of two distinct groups: Benefits & Insurance and Legal. These departments administer and facilitate various SARM and external partner insurance and benefit products, as well as provide legal solicitor services to member rural municipalities. | | |
| SARM’s Programs Team engages with provincial and federal governments, industry leaders, and program partners, as well as other stakeholders, to effectively deliver SARM programs. | | |
| SARM's Member Purchasing Team provides group purchasing and procurement advising services to save member municipalities money and time through the buying and procuring processes with the goal of being the first stop for all municipalities’ purchasing and procurement needs. | | |
| SARM’s Community Planning Team is driven by a proactive and collaborative approach with municipalities to support growth, certainty for investment and landowners, and the protection and promotion of what already exists in the community. | | |
| SARM’s Finance and Administration Team provides the budgeting, accounting, and reporting functions for SARM, the Insurance and Benefits Funds, all externally funded programs, and the Tax Loss Compensation Trust Funds administered by SARM. In addition, the team provides administrative assistance performing reception duties that include being the first point of contact for all guests and SARM members both in-person as well as virtually by phone and email. | | |
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SARM Classifieds
The following municipalities/towns/villages have requested the information below to be distributed and will be billed for using this service.
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Looking to Hire:
RM of Montrose No. 315, Administrator, Oct 22 - Close
Town of Rosetown, Chief Administrative Officer, Oct 23 - Close
RM of Baildon No. 131, Grader/Equipment Operator, Oct 29 - Close
Town of Colonsay, Administrator, Oct 31 - Close
RM of Longlaketon No. 219, Municipal Administrator, Oct 31 - Close
RMAA, Secretary to the BOE & AMP Program Coordinator, Nov 7 - Close
RM of Willow Creek No. 458, Heavy Equipment Operators, Nov 10 - Close
RM of Mankota No. 45 & RM of Glen McPherson No. 46, Administrative Assistant, Nov 14 - Close
RM of Fish Creek No. 402, Chief Administrative Officer, Nov 17 - Close
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Looking to Buy/Sell:
RM of Eyebrow No. 193, Rock Rake – John Deere, Oct 29 - Close
RM of Eyebrow No. 193, Scraper – 6 Yard, Oct 29 - Close
RM of Eyebrow No. 193, Rock Picker – Degelman, Oct 29 - Close
RM of Eyebrow No. 193, Ripper, Oct 29 - Close
RM of Eyebrow No. 193, 6 Way Angle Dozer, Oct 29 - Close
RM of Moose Range No. 486, 2016 Freightliner Coronada, Dec 3 - Close
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SARM Classifieds Submissions
Ad postings for the SARM Classifieds can be submitted
through our online submission forms. For questions, contact 306.757.3577 or sarm@sarm.ca.
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The Swimming Pool Regulations, 1999 Proposed Amendments Consultation
The Government of Saskatchewan is currently seeking feedback from stakeholders, partners, and the public regarding proposed changes to The Swimming Pool Regulations, 1999. This is an open consultation, and your input is vital to help shape the future of public health and safety in public swimming pool facilities across the province.
Instead of listing individual amendments throughout each consultation document, proposed changes are organized by theme to support a more accessible review. However, it is essential that all participants read the side-by-side comparison document, which outlines every specific amendment in full. We encourage you to review all materials linked below and provide your feedback through the survey document, referencing specific sections wherever possible. Your input is important to ensuring the updated regulations are practical, effective, and aligned with the realities of the public swimming pool sector.
Complete the Engagement Survey by October 24, 2025, through the link below. For any questions or additional support please email phbadmin@health.gov.sk.ca or call 306.787.8847.
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2025 Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal.
The Saskatchewan Volunteer Medal was established in 1995 to formally recognize the selfless devotion of the province's volunteers, and as a way to present role models to Saskatchewan citizens.
Nominations will be received until October 31, 2025. Online nominations are encouraged, but nominations will also be accepted by mail, courier or in-person.
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RMAA Seeks Applicants for Dual Role
Secretary to the BOE & AMP Program Coordinator
The Rural Municipal Administrators’ Association (RMAA) invites applications to serve in a dual role as Secretary to the Rural Board of Examiners (BOE) and Program Coordinator for the Advanced Mentorship Program (AMP).
While these are two distinct positions with separate responsibilities and compensation structures, the RMAA Board is seeking a highly motivated individual who exemplifies exceptional organizational & communicational skills while maintaining professional capabilities of effectively fulfilling both positions. These positions will commence on January 2, 2026.
About the Roles:
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Secretary to the Rural Board of Examiners (BOE)
The Rural Board of Examiners consists of one representative appointed by SARM, one representative appointed by the RMAA, and a Secretary jointly appointed by both organizations.
In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting the professional certification of rural municipal administrators across Saskatchewan.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Administer, review, and process Rural Municipal Administrator Certificate applications (Acting Permits, Rural “C,” Rural “A,” and Rural “Superior A”).
- Provide guidance and respond to inquiries from RM administrators and councils about certification requirements and regulations.
- Facilitate, prepare documents for BOE meetings and record meeting minutes
- Prepare written updated reports for the RMAA Board.
- Work collaboratively with BOE office inspectors during the advanced certification inspection and review process.
- Review and update inspection documents to reflect legislative and regulatory changes.
- Maintain and protect BOE records, both current and historical.
- Occasionally prepare and deliver presentations at the RMAA Annual Convention.
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Advanced Mentorship Program (AMP) Coordinator
Facilitated by the RMAA, AMP provides opportunities for an experienced RM administrator to visit individual RM offices, offering mentorship, guidance, and professional support to enhance administrative practices.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Promote and champion the AMP program through presentations, newsletters, and member communications.
- Respond to inquiries and participation requests from RM administrators.
- Coordinate and support AMP advisors throughout the visit, facilitation, and follow-up process.
- Prepare written program updates and an annual report for the RMAA Board.
- Create, maintain, and enhance AMP documents and electronic filing systems.
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Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resumes with three work related references by November 7, 2025 to:
RMAA Vice President
Box 10
Paynton, SK
S0M 2J0
Email: vicepresrmaa@sasktel.net
Fax: 306.895.4800
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19th Annual Saskatchewan Municipal Awards
Nominations Now Open!
Established in 2006, the Saskatchewan Municipal Awards (SMAs) recognize the innovation and excellence of Saskatchewan’s municipal governments by celebrating and sharing these achievements and providing provincial exposure to both the municipality and the initiative.
The Saskatchewan Municipal Awards are awarded for:
- Top municipal led initiative (rural, urban, or cooperative)
- Top rural municipal led initiative
- Top urban municipal led initiative
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Regional cooperation (a joint initiative with at least one rural and one urban municipality working collaboratively to lead the project)
Celebrate a municipally led initiative by submitting a nomination before 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday November 18, 2025.
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