S10:E02 Advocacy on the Convention Floor

Today, we are back talking about SUMA Convention 2026, which will be taking place in Regina from April 12th to April 15th, under the theme ‘Foundation of Urban Strength" Welcome to Season 10 of Muni-Cast. MuniCast is brought to you by SUMA, the voice of Saskatchewan’s urban municipalities. MuniCast discusses topics that are important to municipal leaders, like local governance, best practices, education, and so much more. This season, conversations will dive into how municipalities can get the most value from SUMA’s offerings—from building meaningful connections through networking, to strengthening capacity through education, advancing local priorities through advocacy, and gaining direct access to government officials. Whether you’re looking for practical insights, new perspectives, or opportunities to stay informed and connected, Season 10 of MuniCast will deliver conversations that support and strengthen your municipal leadership journey. Today, we are discussing the work that happens in the hallways of the Convention, the work that happens in the meetings with Ministers, and the work of collaborating with your fellow municipal leaders on issues important to you. Today, we are discussing all things Advocacy with our guests: City of Lloydminster Mayor Gerald Aalbers and City of Melfort Councillor Tara Muntain. ----- Learn More About SUMA: Website: Facebook: Twitter: Linkedin: Instagram: Youtube: ----- Listen to the Show: Spotify: Apple Podcast: Youtube: ----- Music: ‘One Foot On Main Street’ written and performed by Jeffery Straker, used with permission. ----- Follow the Cross Border Network: Instagram: Bluesky: Threads: Facebook : Linkedin: Website: MuniCast is made in partnership with SUMA and the Cross Border Network ©2026

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S10:E02 Advocacy on the Convention Floor is an episode from MuniCast by SUMA.

This episode is 00:31:17 long.

This episode was published on Apr 1, 2026.

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