Posted: September 25, 2018
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Cottage,
Risk Management,
Winter
There is something exciting about opening up the cottage after a long winter. Make sure your annual ritual includes tasks that will help you make the most of your time at the cottage. Theses simple tips from Frank Cowan Company will help prevent easy fixes from ruining your relaxation.
Posted: August 15, 2018
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About LAS,
Asset Management,
Digital,
Events,
Federal Gas Tax,
Government,
Investments,
LAS Programming,
Legislation & Regulation,
Municipal Infrastructure,
Risk Management,
Roads Assessment,
Waste Management
The 2018 AMO Conference is days away. Get a sneak peak at all of the AMO, LAS, and MEPCO related sessions over the course of Conference.
Posted: July 18, 2018
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Legislation & Regulation,
Public Health,
Risk Management
Splash pads are a fun aquatic addition to any neighbourhood park, and a great way to beat the heat. However, they are not maintenance free. Learn about best practices related splash pads and how regular inspections and other precautions can minimize illness and injury while cooling off.
Posted: July 11, 2018
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Home and Auto,
Risk Management
The summer of 2018 has already seen its fair share of hot days. To find relief from the heat, many turn to beaches or cottages offering access to lakes. To ensure friends and family stay safe while they cool off, follow these water and dock safety tips.
Posted: January 17, 2018
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Asset Management,
budgeting,
Risk Management,
Roads Assessment
Sidewalks are an important part of every municipality’s asset portfolio, and one with a potential for high liability if poorly maintained. LAS and program partner StreetScan are pleased to introduce automated sidewalk assessments as part of its Roads Assessment Service offering.
Posted: November 22, 2017
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Risk Management
Winter is upon us, and tobogganing is an activity that many Canadian children look forward to every winter. To make sure you protect riders, and yourself, we’ve put together some simple guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries on municipal hills.
Posted: August 23, 2017
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Asset Management,
Risk Management
Community gardens are popular with urban dwellers who don’t have access to gardening space. They can also be beneficial for municipalities, if properly managed. Discover risk related issues to consider when developing a community garden, and some of the rules you can impose to prevent them.
Posted: August 02, 2017
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Asset Management,
Investments,
LAS Programming,
Legislation & Regulation,
Risk Management
The One Investment Program provides consistently strong rates of return across its four portfolios and High Interest Savings Accounts (HISA), while simplifying the process for investors. From short-term parking of funds to long-term investing for future infrastructure and everything in between, there’s an investment option for every municipal need.
Posted: July 12, 2017
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Legislation & Regulation,
Municipal Infrastructure,
Risk Management
Failing to actively manage the associated risks of municipal facilities built for public use can result in unnecessary and costly liabilities for the municipality. Frank Cowan Company and Shillingtons LLP have developed this 12-Step guide to help municipalities identify and manage risks with such facilities.
Posted: May 17, 2017
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Risk Management,
Special Events
As Canada celebrates 150 years of Confederation, municipalities may find themselves being asked to approve events that are uncommon and have no prior history. But by properly following and applying the principles of municipal risk management, each of these special events can proceed successfully.