Conflict with Council

Service Description

Municipal administrators in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta know that conflict with council can be some of the most stressful, politically sensitive, and professionally risky moments in the job. This webinar gives you practical, plain language tools to navigate those situations with confidence — helping you protect your role, maintain strong working relationships, and keep your municipality functioning smoothly even when tensions rise. Everything in the session is designed to directly support your day to day reality as the bridge between governance and operations. In this session, you will learn: • Why council–administrator conflict happens — and how to recognize early warning signs • How to stay grounded in your legislated role under MB, SK, and AB law • How to manage role confusion, overreach, and political pressure professionally • Practical communication strategies for difficult conversations with council members • How to document interactions in a way that protects you and supports good governance • When and how to escalate issues appropriately • How provincial oversight tools (e.g., OAs, dispute pathways) apply in real situations • How to maintain boundaries, reduce stress, and protect your wellbeing in a political environment This webinar is part of the Conflict Management Webinar Series. Contact Anna at Anna@smallplacesrock.com to register for the Conflict Management Webinar Series of 4 webinars.