Posted: September 27, 2017
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LAS Programming,
Sewer & Water Line Warranty
You'd never know it from the weather, but winter is right around the corner. Find out how providing your residents with an optional Service Line Warranties of Canada warranty could save them time and money when it comes to thawing frozen water laterals.
Posted: September 20, 2017
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Electricity,
Energy
Earlier this summer LAS sat down with the Ontario Energy Board to get some answers to common questions about their role in Ontario's energy market, including Hydro One's application for a distribution rate increase.
Posted: September 13, 2017
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Energy,
GHG Emissions,
Natural Gas,
Waste Management
Renewable Natural Gas provides an environmentally responsible solution to diverting organic waste from landfill while producing stable, clean, renewable fuel to heat buildings and fuel vehicle fleets. Discover how municipalities across Canada are making use of RNG and what opportunities might exist for you municipality.
Posted: September 06, 2017
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Energy,
Training
Each individual in your organization is constantly making energy-purchasing decisions. Discover how simple, actionable messages can inspire and motivate employees to make changes in their daily tasks to achieve 3-5% in energy savings.
Posted: August 30, 2017
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Asset Management,
Municipal Infrastructure,
Roads Assessment
Today's municipalities face an aging infrastructure alongside increasing operational costs, yet budgets consistently fall short in addressing infrastructure needs. Discover why the "worst roads first" approach to road maintenance isn’t always the best, and how better data can lead to improved maintenance strategies that lower costs over the long-term.
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 16, 2017
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Electricity,
Energy,
Energy Bills,
Training
Plug loads account for 33% of energy consumed in office buildings and can be as high as 50% in buildings that have undergone HVAC and lighting efficiency upgrades. Learn how following a few simple tips can reduce the impact of plug load and its corresponding costs.
Posted: August 09, 2017
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Asset Management,
Electric Vehicles,
Electricity,
Energy,
Energy Bills,
Fleet Management,
GHG Emissions
If you are purchasing an electric vehicle, be it for personal use or for your municipal fleet, there's a few key pieces of information you ought to know about. Get up to speed on need to know information about electric vehicle charging.
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 26, 2017
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About LAS,
LAS Programming
Municipal staff often fill a wide range of jobs and responsibilities, leaving little time to be proactive or investigate efficiencies in operations. That's precisely why LAS was created in 1992. Discover the many ways in which LAS assists Ontario municipalities, and where we draw inspiration from. Your municipality might hold the key to the next new LAS service!