February 10, 2026

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In this edition of the Rural Dart...

Advocacy
Strategic Communications
Deadline for SARM Board Election Nominations
Risk Management
Programs
Member Purchasing
LBMX Portal Project Update
Community Planning
Finance & Administration
SARM Classifieds
Member Services
Introduction to SARM's HR Service

Announcements
Fall in Love with Fishing this Valentines Day: No Licence Required
Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency President's Awards to Recognize Excellence in Public Safety

Targeted Sector Support (TSS) Drop In and Go Event
State of Canada Series - Transition to the Carney Era: One Year In

Power Your Strategy with GDM Inc.

SARM

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 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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Deadline for SARM Board

Election Nominations

The deadline for SARM Board Election nominations to be received for SARM Division Directors in Divisions 1, 3, and 5 is 5:00 p.m., February 12, 2026. This date is 28 days prior to the election date of March 12th, 2026.

All elected positions are two-year terms.
The two-year term of office for the six Directors are staggered, with the two-year term for the Directors of Divisions 1, 3, and 5 from the election at the annual convention in an even year and continuing until the completion of the election for those positions at the annual convention two years henceforth.
The two-year term of office for the Directors of Divisions 2, 4, and 6 are from the election at the annual convention in an odd year and continuing until the completion of the election for those positions at the annual convention two years henceforth.

Nominations may be submitted by mail, by fax (306.565.2141), or by email. If sent by email, a scanned copy of the nomination is to be submitted to lfeltin@sarm.ca. The candidate’s acceptance form must be filed by the same deadline in the same manner.

YOU MUST CALL THE SARM OFFICE AT 306.757.3577 TO CONFIRM WE HAVE RECEIVED YOUR FORMS.

Please see the SARM Governance Bylaw as well as the Board Election Nomination and Acceptance Form linked below.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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LBMX Portal Project Update

An update on the LBMX Portal project from SARM and Canoe, from our message in early January.

The “Go Live” timeline for the portal is currently expected around mid-March. We anticipate invites to the training webinar to be distributed by our partners at Canoe in the next week or two. These invites will come via email.

What to expect from the LBMX platform for all invoices that you receive from Canoe and Sourcewell:

Members will have a web-based portal to self-direct their experience
Members control when, where, and who accesses their invoices, with no limit to the number of log-ins
Members can review and download invoices, as well as dispute any invoice for reasons of warranty or error immediately
Enhanced real-time visibility into all purchases with analytics and reporting
Errors are caught or eliminated at the source, and delays in invoicing are reduced
Canoe staff will always be at the ready to assist with any portal or invoicing issues or queries!
Members will continue to enjoy the convenience of paying their invoices through SARM as your currently do. Likewise, all Canoe / Sourcewell derived invoices will continue to be reflected on your monthly SARM statements

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Vicki Barton at vicki@rmalberta.com or Craig Williams at cwilliams@sarm.ca.

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.

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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.

Looking to Hire:

RM of Garry No. 245, Administrator, Feb 10 - Close

RM of Pense No. 160, Administrative Assistant, Feb 13 - Close

RM of Lipton No. 217, Administrator, Feb 13 - Close

RM of Edenwold No. 158, Finance Clerk, Feb 13 - Close

RM of Whiska Creek No. 106, Seasonal Equipment Operator, Feb 13 - Close

RM of Buffalo No. 409, Maintenance Operator, Feb 14 - Close

RM of Buffalo No. 409, Grader Operator, Feb 14 - Close

RM of Whiska Creek No. 106, Administrator, Feb 14 - Close

RM of Blucher No. 343, 1A Truck Driver, Feb 15 - Close

RM of Blucher No. 343, Mower Operator, Feb 15 - Close

RM of Progress No. 351, Assistant Administrator, Feb 16 - Close

RM of Sask Landing No. 167, Maintenance/Equipment Operator, Feb 17 - Close

RM of Corman Park No. 344, Human Resources Coordinator, Feb 20 - Close

RM of Chaplin No. 164, Administrator, Feb 20 - Close

RM of Cote No. 271, Administrator, Feb 20 - Close

RM of Marquis No. 191, Gravel Truck and Trailer Driver, Feb 22 - Close

RM of Lone Tree No. 18, Senior Grader Operator, Feb 27 - Close

RM of Poplar Valley No. 12, Seasonal Grader Operator, Feb 27 - Close

RM of Moose Jaw No. 161, Seasonal Public Works, Feb 27 - Close

RM of Wolverine No. 340, Administrator, Feb 28 - Close

RM of Fish Creek No. 402, Equipment Operator, Feb 28 - Close

RM of Britannia No. 502, Equipment Operator(s), Mar 3 - Close

RM of Britannia No. 502, Operations Coordinator, Mar 3 - Close

RM of Langenburg No. 181, Administrator, Mar 4 - Close

RM of Langenburg No. 181, Administrative Assistant, Mar 4 - Close

RM of Montrose No. 315, Administrator, Mar 6 - Close

RM of Lawtonia No. 135, Equipment Operator, Mar 10 - Close

RM of Willow Creek No. 458, Administrator, Mar 10 - Close

RM of Willow Creek No. 458, Heavy Equipment Operator, Mar 10 - Close

County of Vermilion River, Chief Administrative Officer, Mar 12 - Close

Looking to Buy/Sell:

RM of Fertile Belt No. 183, Rayco Mulcher and Fecon Mower, Feb 10 - Close

RM Tecumseh No. 65, 2013 Schulte SDX-117 Snowblower, Feb 22 - Close

SARM Classifieds

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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SARM’s Member Services Team is dedicated to providing valuable services that meet the specific needs of SARM's member rural municipalities.

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Introduction to SARM’s HR Service

SARM now offers Human Resources consulting services to members across Saskatchewan. We understand that this is a need for many RMs and we are excited to offer advice and support on a wide range of HR issues. RM’s can access services including advice on people issues, hiring, terminations, performance management, compensation, recruitment, retention, change management, conflict resolution, training and many other HR related issues.

Our new HR service is being offered through our partner Knibbs HR Consulting. Knibbs HR is a Métis-owned Saskatchewan firm that has been supporting organizations since 2002 with practical, people-first HR solutions rooted in respect, clarity, and partnership. Their work helps organizations bring strategy, culture, and people systems into alignment while strengthening the internal confidence and capability of leaders and teams. Known for their objectivity, compassion, and actionability, Knibbs HR explains the “why,” shares knowledge generously, and leaves workplaces more equipped than when they arrived. Whether developing HR tools, guiding difficult conversations, shaping culture, or coaching leaders through change, they remain grounded in practical professionalism. Learn more at www.knibbs.ca.

This HR Service principally provides rural municipalities with advice on people issues. Our HR Service also works in collaboration with our Legal Services team, or your usual legal counsel to provide holistic advice and opinions when employment matters necessitate.

Fee: $230 per hour for HR Consulting

$95 per hour for Administrative and Support Services

How to Access Services:

If you have a human resources inquiry or require HR services you can contact: hr@sarm.ca.

Provincial Government

Fall in Love with Fishing this Valentines Day:

No Licence Required

You can catch more than feelings this Valentine's Day weekend! Trade up the roses for a rod and reel and hit the ice for Free Fishing Weekend. Saskatchewan's free fishing weekend runs February 14-16, giving anglers the chance to fish without a licence on any provincial waterbody open to angling.

Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency President's Awards to Recognize Excellence in Public Safety

The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) is accepting nominations for the President's Awards. This annual event recognizes achievements in public safety in the province. The awards are available to both youth and organizations that have shown leadership in emergency preparedness.

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Targeted Sector Support (TSS) Drop In and Go Event

Welcome to the TSS Drop In and Go learning event - a pathfinder to regional project funding.

This is an opportunity to come and go at your leisure over a 90 minute interval to listen, discover, ask questions, or just satisfy curiosity about the Targeted Sector Support Grant funding program.

Learn about: Program overview, general funding categories, criteria, process, and funding caps.

This open session allows participants to join in at any time over the 90-minute event. This session is suited for members of council, CAO's, non-profit organizations, and First Nations groups.

Date: February 17, 2026

Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Location: Microsoft Teams

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State of Canada Series

Transition to the Carney Era: One Year In

One year into his mandate, Prime Minister Mark Carney is navigating a period of increased public and political attention. Has his leadership delivered on key promises around economic reform, climate action, housing, and reconciliation? This lecture provides a critical assessment of Carney’s governance style, policy decisions, and political strategy as it relates to a Saskatchewan context. Through expert analysis we explore the emerging legacy of Canada’s new leader and what his first year signals for the country’s future.

Event Details

Date: February 25, 2026

Time: 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.

Location: Prairie Room, Diefenbaker Canada Centre, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon & Livestream

Join us in Saskatoon or via Livestream – register at the link below and the venue and connection details will be sent by email.

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