Our Departmental Mission is to be progressive, adaptable and professional in working with the people of our province to develop strong, self-reliant local governments capable of leadership and serving the best interests of their communities.

In order to respond to the challenges facing municipal government, it is the strategy of the department:

  to promote financial stability and viability in municipalities.
  to assist municipalities with meeting infrastructure needs.
  to provide the financial and administrative tools for sound municipal government.
  to facilitate municipal structures that are efficient and effective in serving community needs.