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Welcome to the International Right of Way Association's Prairie Chapter 48's Website. Incorporated as an association under the laws of the State of California for educational, social and charitable purposes. Prairie Chapter No. 48 association is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
President's Message
Kicking off an Exciting New Year...
Happy New Year to all! I'm writing with hopes that the holiday season has provided everyone with safe travels and a positive spirit.... as Annual Conference Registration has begun
Clear your schedule, notify your employer and get ready to experience IRWA on a whole new level as it is official…registration has begun for the “IRWA 56th Annual International Education Conference – Calgary 2010 ‘No Boundaries’”. For those members who have not yet had the opportunity to experience an Annual Conference, I highly encourage you to participate in this year’s events as we are fortunate to have it right on our door step! I attended my first conference two years ago in Austin, Texas and I can say, without question, that attending is bound to leave a positive and lasting impression. Professional Development/Educational opportunities and Networking functions are at your disposal all week. The 2010 Conference Chair and Chapter 48’s Past President, Justian Wylie, SR/WA, has also provided an update in this months NewsLine regarding dates, speakers, etc. For ongoing updates please look to our dedicated web page on Chapter 48’s website: http://www.irwa48.org/conference.html.
Jan 11, 2010 
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Conference
Registration is now open.
June 27 - June 30, 2010
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2010
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2009
Thank You
To our sponsors for their help in making our 2009 Christmas party a success.
Christmas Event Sponsors
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| Precision Geomatics Inc. |
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| Britt Land Services | Canada West Land Services Ltd. |
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| Horseshoe Land Ltd. | MSL Land Services Ltd. |
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| All-Can Engineering & Surveys Ltd. | Can-Am Geomatics |
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| Midwest Surveys Inc. | Pioneer Land & Environmental |
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| Scott Land & Lease Ltd. | Synergy Land Services Ltd. |
Chapter 48 would also like to recognize those who donated items for our silent-auction or door prizes:
MSL Land Services Ltd.; All-Can Engineering & Surveys Ltd.; Midwest Surveys; and Synergy Land Services Ltd.
In the News
Bill 50 - Electric Statutes Amendment Act 2009
On November 25, 2009, the Electric Statutes Amendment Act (Bill 50) passed its third and final in the Legislative Assembly. With Bill 50, the Government of Alberta now assumes the responsibility of approving the need for what it deems critical transmission infrastructure within the province.
With Bill 50 four critical transmission projects were identified:
- Two direct current, high voltage lines between the Calgary and Edmonton areas
- One alternating current, double circuit 500kV line connecting the existing 500kV system on the south side of the City of Edmonton
- One new 240kV substation in the Calgary area
- Two alternating current 500kV lines between the Edmonton and Fort McMurray regions.
Although Bill 50 places the decision of need with the Government of Alberta, the Alberta Utilities Commission will remain responsible to work in the public interest to ensure project siting is completed with public consultation and input.
Events
Events Calendar (Published Events with Constant Contact)
Monthly lunch meeting is on Monday, January 25, 2010. Details posted on the events page.
Jan 25, 2010
Annual Ski Trip is on Friday, March 5, 2010. Details posted on the events page.
Mar 5, 2010
Certification
IRWA Launches Uniform Relocation Act (URA) Certification
What is the URA Certification? The URA Certification is a
multidisciplinary professional certification granted to IRWA members who have achieved
professional status through experience, education and examination in the Uniform
Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (URA).
For more information, view the online Certification Program Guide.
Sep 10, 2009
On the Move
If you would like to your fellow members to know that you have moved employers recently, we would be happy to announce these changes in a new section entitled "On the Move" in the monthly email newsletter.
The deadline for submissions is the last Friday of the month. Your information will be included in the upcoming issue. Include what company you have moved from as well as where you are now employed. If you have a name change, we can also include that information as well.
Please send your information to newsline@irwa48.org.
2009
Roster
Chapter 48's membership roster is available on line and is available to all active members. If you are an active member, you should be checking your profile to ensure that your information is current. This section is only as current as the members themselves keep it, so to help your fellow members, please remember to keep your information updated.
2009
Archives
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2009
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Countdown to the IRWA 2010 Conference
Submissions must be received by noon on Friday and will be posted once weekly (over the weekend) thus having these items available for the membership by Monday. Exceptions will be made on an individual basis.
Audrey Atkins