About the Department

Departmental Overview

The Department of Municipal and Provincial Affairs supports the economic, social and environmental sustainability of municipalities, communities and regions through the delivery of effective programs, services and supports. As such, the department provides municipalities with the financial and administrative tools to support development of community capacity, regional cooperation, and sound municipal governance.

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Mandate

The Department of Municipal and Provincial Affairs mandate is to advance the economic, social and environmental sustainability of municipalities, communities, regions, and the province through the delivery of effective programs, services and supports.

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Lines of Business

  • Municipalities Branch is responsible for the divisions of Municipal Finance, Municipal Support, Local Governance and Land Use Planning and Strategic Financial Management.

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