News Room

A fire restriction has been declared for Strathcona County, effective 12 noon on April 22. The County has called the restriction in response to the dry conditions and windy weather. The restriction applies to all rural areas in the County.

Strathcona County is celebrating our Emergency Communications Operators during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week from April 14 to 20, 2024.  

The community is invited to join Mayor Rod Frank and Council for an update about the current priorities and future vision for Strathcona County.

Strathcona County’s Healthy Aging project is open for residents to share their input on the needs and priorities of older adults 55+ to help shape the future of healthy aging in Strathcona County. The survey is open until May 10 to all residents.

Strathcona County residents are invited to show their community pride and “pitch-in” with waste removal from April 22 to May 5, 2024. This annual campaign brings volunteers together to help remove litter left behind after the spring thaw.

Each year, Strathcona County supports local talent by purchasing artwork through its annual art acquisition program. Artists residing in Strathcona County, and those with a significant connection to the County, are encouraged to submit their artwork for consideration. The application deadline is April 15.

Strathcona County residents and organizations can apply now for Social Framework Community Grants to foster positive changes in our community. Applications are open until May 1, 2024.

Starting May 1, Strathcona County will be conducting a municipal census. In early May, each household in the County will receive a census PIN letter, outlining instructions for the seamless completion of the census online.

Strathcona County has added three new state-of-the-art electric (EV) ice re-surfacers to its fleet, thanks in part to a grant from the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC). This represents another step on the County’s path to a greener future for the community.

Strathcona County residents will have opportunities this year to share their thoughts about healthy aging in our community.