With the uncertainties surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and out of an abundance of caution, the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) will host the first ever digital convention in 2021.听
SARM is committed to ensuring delegates have the same opportunity to dialogue with ministers, debate resolutions and participate in elections.
Registration details and the agenda will be communicated in the months to come.
COVID-19 has impacted Saskatchewan鈥檚 industries and communities.听
The emergence of the coronavirus has highlighted the inequities of rural broadband.
Municipalities know broadband is essential in boosting the economic and social well-being of rural communities.
Online meetings and conventions are part of the future. Moreover, internet access is an essential service. While significant investments have been made to improve rural broadband, SARM believes larger investments are required to allow rural residents to fully participate in the digital world.
鈥淲e made the decision to take our annual convention online to ensure the health and safety of the roughly 2300 delegates we see at our convention,鈥� explained SARM President Ray Orb. 鈥淲e know there are internet and technology challenges in rural areas and we will work with the RMs in advance to ensure a positive digital experience.鈥�
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