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This page contains latest media and information releases, in date order.
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Posted May 25, 2023
Have your say on the future of local agriculture and food
Strathcona County has begun work on a strategy to ensure it is a leader in providing agriculture and food business opportunities.
Posted May 23, 2023
Strathcona County proud to host RCMP Musical Ride events
On May 23, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police will mark its 150 anniversary of service to the public and security of our country. Strathcona County is fortunate to have a successful partnership with the Strathcona RCMP to work together towards the shared goal of a healthy and safe community.
Posted May 15, 2023
Road Safety Week: watch out for each other
Strathcona County reminds drivers, cyclists and pedestrians to watch out for each other and share the road safely.
Posted May 10, 2023
Wildfire update: fire ban remains in effect
The two wildfires that started on Friday, May 5 are contained and under control with overhaul of hot spots continuing.
Posted May 9, 2023
Announcing 2023 Strathcona County Awards of Excellence recipients
A local athlete who has run over 115 marathons. A two-time Queen Elizabeth ll Medal recipient who dedicated countless hours of time to community service and education after a life changing injury. A school based social worker who goes above and beyond and fosters community connection. A youth who demonstrates high levels of leadership not only at his school, but within and beyond Strathcona County. These are just a few of the individuals, businesses, and organizations among the 2023 Strathcona County Awards of Excellence recipients.
Posted May 9, 2023
Survey says: safe, connected and a great place to live
Drumroll please! The results are in... Strathcona County has been declared a phenomenal place to live, work, and play! The 2022 Public Satisfaction Survey results demonstrate an overwhelmingly positive response from residents; it's clear that Strathcona County is a safe, connected and great place to live.
Posted May 6, 2023
Evacuation order lifted in Strathcona County
As of 1 p.m. today, the County has lifted the evacuation order for everyone in the area between south of Township Road 540 and north of Township Road 534; and east of Range Road 221 and west of Range Road 215.
Posted May 6, 2023
Update on fires in Strathcona County
As of 8 a.m., the County continues to have one evacuation order for everyone in the area between south of Township Road 540 and north of Township Road 534; and east of Range Road 221 and west of Range Road 215.
Posted May 5, 2023
Wildfire Update
Strathcona County provides update on current out of control fire
Posted May 2, 2023
Final tax increase comes in lower than expected
Strathcona County’s final combined tax increase for 2023 (including municipal, education, library, and Heartland Housing) is 2.9 per cent, lower than originally anticipated largely due to the provincial education tax staying steady and growth in the County.
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