PMA

GST/HST Presentation (Virtual)
2026-06-09 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-05-12 09:30 - 10:30 (America/St_Johns)

Annual CAMA Conference
2026-05-25 08:00 - 2026-05-27 17:00
CAMA’s 52nd Annual Conference and Annual General Meeting will be held in stunning Whistler, British Columbia, from Monday, May 25 to Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the Whistler Convention Centre.

The hotel room block opens September 16, 2025 at 12:00 noon EST

PMA Convention & Trade Show
2026-04-14 08:00 - 2026-04-16 17:00 | Quality Inn, Gander (Salon A), 100 Trans-Canada Hwy, Gander, NL, A1V 1P5, Canada

NL Economic Developers Training
2025-12-11 08:00 - 2025-12-12 17:00 | St. John’s, NL
EDANL will be hosting two training courses custom designed for economic development practitioners in Newfoundland and Labrador. The two courses include:

Economic and Community Development in Newfoundland and Labrador

Capacity, Placemaking, and Opportunity Management

2025 GST/HST Municipalities Series: Public Service Bodies’ (PSB) Rebate (Virtual)
2025-11-25 09:30 - 10:30
Are you aware of the different PSB Rebate eligibility rules?Have you ever wondered if you had missed claiming all eligible amounts?Do you know how to recovery missed claims from the past?

If you would like to learn more about these issues, you should attend CRA’s GST/HST Presentation. You will hear directly from CRA’s GST/HST Headquarters employee who has 35 years experience in GST/HST Programs. The Presentation will identify and discuss how the PSB Rebate applies to municipalities. We will review entitlements, restrictions, and the overall rules to help you better manage your organization’s PSB Rebate.LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Recognize PSB Rebate eligibility Understand how to correctly claim the PSB Rebate Apply carry forward rules for missed claimsTOPICS INCLUDE: Definitions Eligibility Exclusions Reference MaterialsWHO WILL BENEFIT:This Presentation is designed for all individuals who may be involved with the municipality’s GST/HST. You will learn about how the PSB Rebate applies to your municipality and about any limitations that can impact, or even deny your claim. You will hear about maximizing your PSB Rebates and how to avoid some of the common mistakes which can result in future non-compliance, arrears and missed claims.

MNL Conference and AGM
2025-11-20 08:00 - 2025-11-22 17:00 | Corner Brook, NL
The conference includes professional development and networking opportunities, while also covering broader municipal sector issues.

2025 GST/HST Municipalities Series: Input Tax Credits (ITCs) – Capital Real Property, Capital Personal Property and Operating Expenses (Virtual)
2025-10-28 09:30 - 10:30
Do you know how to correctly claim all Input Tax Credits?Were you aware that entitlements can change over time?

Do you know the different rules for operating expenses versus for capital properties?

If you would like to understand more about these issues, you should attend this Canada RevenueAgency (CRA) GST/HST Presentation, Input Tax Credits for Municipalities. The Presentation will review one of the more potentially material GST/HST issues, which can have significant financial implications each year. The information covered will help your team make sure that the municipality is accurately claiming all Input Tax Credits (ITCs) – neither overclaiming nor underclaiming. You will hear directly from CRA’s GST/HST Headquarters employee who has 35 years experience working in GST/HST programs.LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Recognize the key ITC issues for Capital Properties vs. Operating Expenses Understand and apply the correct rules for claiming ITCs as circumstances change over time Identify and reduce common GST/HST mistakesTOPICS INCLUDE: Definitions Operating Expenses Capital Property Acquisition Capital Property Improvement Changes-in-use Rules Reference MaterialsWHO WILL BENEFIT:This Presentation is designed for all types and sizes of municipalities. It is intended for all individualswho may be involved with the entity’s GST/HST. The information will benefit any individuals interested in learning about the various ITC rules that apply to a municipality’s expenditures and acquisitions – from initial purchase to changes over time. You will hear about maximizing your GST/HST recoveries, and how to avoid some of the common mistakes which can result in future non-compliance and arrears.

Fall Training Forum
2025-10-23 08:00 - 2025-10-24 17:00 | Quality Inn, Gander (Salon A), 100 Trans-Canada Hwy, Gander, NL, A1V 1P5, Canada
Every year, PMA hosts a training event in the Fall that consists of one full day of training and a half day of World Café – a table topics event designed to engage municipal administrators in a variety of topics relating to their professional roles and responsibilities.

Training and education opportunities such as this one provide members the tools and resources needed to to be successful and confident in their work.

Pre-Fall Forum ATIPP Training
2025-10-22 13:30 - 16:30
PMA is hosting a 3-hour Pre-Fall Forum Training on Wednesday, October 22nd from 1:30pm – 4:30pm in Gander, NL.

Facilitated by Kelly Bull and Jennifer Dooley from the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy (ATIPP) Office, the session will use a mock request to demonstrate how to navigate the next steps of receiving an ATIPP request at your Town office.

This session is FREE for PMA members. The exact location is to be determined.

Though there is no cost to attend, registration IS required. As well, we ask that you reach out to cancel registration if you cannot attend.

2025 Livable Cities Forum
2025-10-06 08:00 - 2025-10-08 17:00 | Halifax, NS
Hosted by ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability Canada, in partnership with the Halifax Regional Municipality, the 2025 Livable Cities Forum will bring together municipal professionals, Indigenous partners, community organizations, researchers, and policymakers from across the country to advance equitable and collaborative climate action.

This year’s theme, “Acting on Climate Together,” highlights the importance of partnership, innovation, and equity as drivers of local climate solutions. The Forum will offer engaging sessions, study tours, and networking opportunities to inspire action and strengthen climate resilience. Take a look at the preliminary program.

2025 GST/HST Municipalities Series: Taxable and Exempt Supplies Municipalities (Virtual)
2025-09-23 09:30 - 10:30
Do you want to hear about which revenues are GST/HST taxable?Have you ever wondered if you have incorrectly accounted for GST/HST?

If you would like to learn more, you should attend this Canada Revenue Agency (CR) GST/HSTPresentation. The Presentation will include information about revenue sources that attract GST/HST,and those that do not. We will review the fundamentals GST/HST rules for municipalities, to help ensure that your organization is correctly accounting for GST/HST. You will hear directly from CRA’s GST/HST Headquarters employee who has 35 years experience working in GST/HST Programs.LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Recognize which revenue sources attract tax Review revenues not subject to tax Identify and reduce common GST/HST mistakesTOPICS INCLUDE: Taxable Supplies Exempt Supplies Introduction to various Self-assessment Provisions Reference MaterialsWHO WILL BENEFIT:This Presentation is designed for all types of municipalities. It is intended for a variety of representatives including financial, managers and other individuals who may be involved with the municipality’s GST/HST. And it will be of assistance to those who wish to ensure that your municipality is being charged the correct amount of tax on your purchases. You will learn how to avoid some common mistakes, which could result in future non-compliance issues.

Well Being Week
2025-09-21 08:00 - 2025-09-27 17:00
Well-Being Week is a time to learn, engage, support and take action around the many factors that impact our health and quality of life. It’s a week to build momentum and empower people to continue making meaningful steps to better our well-being today, tomorrow and beyond.We can all play a role in improving health and well-being across the province. Well-Being Week is an opportunity for individuals, families, communities, groups, businesses, organizations, and governments to kick-off this long-term goal.

Urban Municipalities Committee Meeting
2025-08-22 08:00 - 2025-08-23 17:00 | Channel-Port Aux Basques
These meetings are open to municipalities with populations over 3,000.

Tomorrow Summit - Baie Verte
2025-08-08 09:00 - 15:30 | College of the North Atlantic, Baie Verte

Tomorrow Summit - Grand Falls-Windsor
2025-08-06 09:00 - 15:30 | Exploits Nordic Ski Chalet Grand Falls-Windsor

Municipal Campaign School
2025-07-17 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Equal Voice NL is inviting women and gender-diverse individuals to register for the online campaign school happening July 15 and 17.

Campaign schools are designed to equip women and gender-diverse individuals with the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to run for municipal office in Newfoundland and Labrador.

With the upcoming municipal elections in October, now is the perfect time for women and gender diverse individuals to begin preparing for their campaign. Whether you’re considering running or supporting someone who is, this campaign school is an excellent opportunity to learn and connect.

Date: Tuesday July 15th and Thursday July 17thTime: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (NDT)Location: ZoomCost: $50 and financial assistance is available on request

"Human Risk – It’s Not One Size Fits All" Lunch and Learn
2025-07-17 12:00 - 13:30 | Sandman Signature St. John’s Hotel
MNL members, Join MNL, Ridegell Consulting, and Mimecast for the “Human Risk – It’s Not One Size Fits All” Lunch and Learn on July 17.

This session will explore how municipalities can take a smarter approach to human risk by:• Identifying risk with greater visibility across departments• Reducing dangerous behaviour through more effective, targeted training• Refocusing efforts on meaningful human risk reduction, not just compliance

Where: Sandman Hotel (Lunch catered by Moxies)When: Thursday, July 17th, 2025 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

Tomorrow Summit - Logy Bay-Middle Cove-Outer Cove
2025-07-15 09:00 - 15:30 | St. Francis of Assisi Church Annex Logy Bay-Middle Cove-Outer Cove
Each Tomorrow Summit is a day-long event rooted in collaboration, creativity, and practical steps toward sustainability, offering insights you can actually use and inspiration that stays with you long after the day is done.

Tomorrow Summit - Clarenville
2025-07-12 03:00 - 03:30 | Bill Davis Chalet, Clarenville

Tomorrow Summit - Burin
2025-07-09 03:00 - 03:30 | College of the North Atlantic, Burin

Leading Safety in the Workplace
2025-06-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Safety culture is the attitudes, beliefs, perceptions, and values that employees share in relation to safety in their workplace. It is often demonstrated through the actions of everyone in the workplace and has a direct impact on the health and safety performance of a worksite. We can all be leaders in health and safety, however, employers, managers and supervisors set the foundation for a thriving safety culture. Join us as we discuss how leading by example can improve OHS practices to keep everyone healthy and safe.

How to Develop a Harassment Prevention Plan
2025-06-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Violence is a serious issue that affects workplaces across the province. OHS Regulations now includes an expanded definition of violence and requirements for all workplaces to have a harassment prevention plan. Learn more about these requirements and how to protect workers from workplace harassment.

2025 GST/HST Municipalities Series: Introduction (Virtual)
2025-06-17 09:30 - 10:30
Do you know the key GST/HST legislation and rules for Municipalities?Would you like to learn how to avoid some of the most common GST/HST errors?

If you would like to learn more, you should attend this Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) GST/HSTPresentation, Introduction for Municipalities. The Presentation will introduce you to some of the coreGST/HST issues, including tax obligations, rebates, and other credits. We will review some of the most essential GST/HST rules and legislation to assist your municipality. In this First Presentation of the 2025 Series, we will “lay the foundation” for more detailed, subsequent learning events. You will hear directly from CRA’s GST/HST Headquarters representative, who has 35 years experience in GST/HST Programs.LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Differentiate which revenues are subject to GST/HST Apply the correct rules for claiming Input Tax Credits Understand Public Service Bodies’ (PSB) Rebate rules Identify and reduce common GST/HST mistakesTOPICS INCLUDE: Definitions Taxable vs. Exempt Supplies Input Tax Credits PSB Rebate Reference MaterialsWHO WILL BENEFIT:This Presentation is the First in the Series of GST/HST Presentations for 2025, intended for a wide range of municipal representatives including financial officers, managers, and other decision makers within your municipality. This Presentation is designed to help you and your team better manage your municipality’s GST/HST. It will identify many key issues, help you recognize risks that can affect your municipality’s GST/HST obligations and entitlements, and assist in minimizing mistakes on a going forward basis.

The Life Cycle of a Claim
2025-06-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Any injury or illness that arises out of and in the course of employment can be a potential worker’s compensation claim. Employers and workers should know how to submit a claim, and what to expect from the claim process. Join us as we discuss the lifecycle of a worker compensation claim.

Tomorrow Summit
2025-06-11 03:00 - 03:30 | Cobbs Pond Rotary Park Building
Get ready to explore the future of our communities at the Tomorrow Summit—a dedicated workshop from Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador, where leaders from across the region come together to envision, plan, and act on sustainability initiatives. Share forward-thinking ideas, learn proven strategies, and forge partnerships that will help your municipality thrive in an ever-changing world. This is more than just a meeting—it’s your chance to help shape your municipalities’ tomorrow, today. Join us and be part of the momentum toward resilient, vibrant, and sustainable communities.

Psychological Health and Safety: Where do you begin?
2025-06-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Greenwood Inn & Suites, 48 West Street, Corner Brook, NL, A2H 2Z2, Canada
Psychological health and safety in the workplace is the shared expectation that everyone can speak up without fear of punishment or humiliation. Psychologically safe workplaces share ideas, provide feedback, ask for help and take risks. Learn how workplaces can assess psychological safety and find psychological hazards that contribute to mental harm or injury.

MNL Avalon-Eastern Region Meeting
2025-06-06 08:00 - 2025-06-07 17:00 | Carbonear, NL
The MNL Avalon-Eastern Region Meeting will be held June 6th-7th at the Princess Sheila NaGeira Theatre in Carbonear.
