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2022 BC Local Elections Manual

This manual provides a comprehensive guide to everything you need to conduct a successful local election. This critical resource provides practical advice and best practices for the administration of both local government and school trustee elections. The 2022 edition is written by experts and includes the latest rules and regulations of local elections. It is structured in a logical manner that follows the legislation enabling staff to conduct a successful local election. Additional resource materials include:

 

  • sample materials that can be customized for your community,
  • an election calendar in both pdf and Outlook formats.

 

Fees for Manual:

$350 Electronic Version only

$450 Printed Version (includes e-version) 


Place your order online from LGMA MyAccount 

 

2022 Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act Toolkit for Local Government Organizations, Fifth Edition

The Fifth Edition of the FOIPPA Toolkit has been updated to expand on existing information and includes: general amendments, updates to standards, references, and updated descriptions on “Permits” and “Discretionary Benefits."


The FOIPPA Toolkit, Fifth Edition, includes best practice suggestions for designating staff for FOI purposes, responding to requests and interpreting and applying the sections of the Act to withhold and disclose information. The Toolkit also suggests some ideas for establishing policies that have been successfully administered in other jurisdictions, and includes sample bylaws and letters.

 

Fees for Manual:  

 

  • $350 Electronic Version only 
  • $450 Print Version and Electronic Version

 

Place your order online from LGMA MyAccount . All electronic and print orders will receive a link via email to access the PDF of the entire Guide.

2018 Corporate Officers Handbook,
First Edition

The 2018, first edition of the Corporate Officers Handbook for Local Government Organizations is an excellent resource for local governments to own.


This resource will assist Corporate Officers to conduct their responsibilities in accordance with the statutory requirements and provides an overview of other responsibilities associated with this role. This Handbook also includes some best practice suggestions, key dates and requirements a Corporate Officer should be aware of along with sample templates that can be customized for use in your local government.


Fees for Manual:  

 

  • $300 Electronic Version only 
  • $375 Print Version and Electronic Version

 

Place your order online from LGMA MyAccount . All orders both electronic and print version, will receive an emailed link to access a PDF of the entire Guide.

2017 Records Management Manual for Local Government Organizations, Fifth Edition

The Fifth Edition of the Records Management Manual has been updated to include new information and policy advice, and includes an Excel version of the records classification and retention table for modification and use by your local government. Significant updates include:

 

  • Update to the Canadian standards for the management of electronic records, including the 2017 revision of the Canada General Standards Board “Electronic Records as Documentary Evidence”;
  • Update to the international standards for the management of records and record systems, including the 2016 revision of “ISO 15489 Information and Documentation – Records Management – Part 1 Concepts and Principles”;
  • Recent decision form a Canadian court regarding acceptance of standards for the use of electronic information as evidence;
  • New policy advice and criteria for scanning records and managing electronic mail;
  • Recommended procedures for scanned records;
  • New information on the functions and operation of archives for management of permanent records;
  • A legal review of retention dates and the index of legal citations;
  • A review and clarification of subject headings, including additional subject headings since the last update;
  • A review of all subjects to identify personal information banks (PIBs) and vital records (VR).

 

The Manual also includes a sample bylaw, policies and procedures as well as a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet version of the records classification and retention table that can be modified and used by your local government.


Fees for Manual:  

 

  • $350 Electronic Version
  • $450 Print Version (includes e-version)

 

Place your order online from LGMA MyAccount . All orders both electronic and print version, will receive an emailed link to access a PDF of the entire Guide.

2017 Board of Variance Manual 

Boards of Variance are an integral part of the local government land use management system established in the Local Government Act. Local governments must appoint a Board of Variance to deal with specific applications to vary a zoning bylaw on the grounds of hardship. It is critical that members of the Board of Variance have a good understanding of their role and responsibility.

This informative Guide will assist Board of Variance members to conduct their responsibilities in accordance with the statutory requirements, along with providing both members and local government senior administrators with a better understanding of good board procedures, review practices, and judicial appeal procedures. In addition, the Guide provides examples and practical suggestions, a glossary of terms and sample cases to further support the work of Boards of Variance.

Fees for Manual:
  • $300+GST Electronic Version Only
  • $375+GST Print Version, includes Electronic Version
Place your order online from your LGMA MyAccount. All orders both electronic and print version, will receive an emailed link to access a PDF of the entire Guide.

2015 Guide for Approving Officers, Sixth Edition

This is the fourth major revision since it was first published in 1994. This edition contains updates on the following:
  • new commentary on procedural fairness
  • civil liability of approving officers
  • aboriginal title to land
  • phased strata plans
  • access alternatives
  • works and services agreements
It updates references to legislation and regulations, addresses recent court decisions, and provides sample checklists and documents and examples of different types of subdivision.

Fee for Manual: Electronic Version: $275 + GST

Place your order online from your LGMA MyAccount. All orders for the electronic version will receive an emailed link to access a PDF of the entire Guide.
2021 Human Resources Toolkit for Local Government Organizations, Third Edition

The Third Edition of the LGMA's Human Resources Toolkit for Local Government Organizations has had a complete rewrite and is now available for purchase.


If you need practical guidance on human resource management for local government and access to leading practices, consider this valuable resource for your organization. The Toolkit covers the full range of human resource management requirements for local government leaders including:


• Human Resource Planning

• Recruitment and Hiring

• Terms and Conditions of Employment

• Workforce Management

• Compensation and Benefits

• Health, Safety and Wellness

• Labour Relations


This toolkit is intended as a "best practices" sourcebook on current human resource management practices and is designed as a "go to" reference especially for small local governments without an in-house HR function. 


The electronic version is available for instant download.

A print version is also available for purchase and delivery at an additional cost to cover printing and shipping; the print version includes the electronic version.

 

Fees for Manual:

 

  • Electronic Version: $325+ GST
  • Print Version including Electronic Version: $400+ GST

 

Place your order online from your LGMA MyAccount . All orders both electronic and print version, will receive an emailed link to access a PDF of the entire Guide.

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