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Archive: February

Posted February 28, 2017

Love your dog, license your dog

Strathcona County dog owners are reminded to renew their dog’s licence by March 31, 2017. 

Posted February 25, 2017

Water ban lifted

The water ban in Strathcona County has been lifted effective immediately. The water production operations are returning to normal. Truck fills are now open.

Posted February 24, 2017

Water ban in place

The water ban in Strathcona County has been lifted effective immediately. The water production operations are returning to normal. Truck fills are now open.

Posted February 22, 2017

Gallery@501 presents O Canada (I’m sorry)

The Gallery@501 is pleased to present the latest exhibit celebrating Canada’s 150 anniversary of confederation: O Canada (I’m sorry), by Winnipeg artist Diana Thorneycroft.

Posted February 21, 2017

Public invited to dig deeper into Community Talk

Residents, and those who work in Strathcona County, are invited to dig deeper into emerging themes resulting from Community Talk’s recent public engagement. 

Posted February 17, 2017

RISE to connect with seniors

On Sunday, February 19, residents are encouraged to brighten the day of a senior by spending quality time together, as part of the national RISE campaign. 

Posted February 16, 2017

County to co-host Landowner Oil and Gas workshop

On March 2, 2017 Strathcona County and Lamont County are co-hosting a Landowner Oil and Gas Information Workshop from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., at Heartland Hall, Strathcona County (55305 Range Rd. 214, south of Hwy 15 on Hwy 830). Workshop topics include a presentation on Surface Rights Board processes for landowners.

Posted February 15, 2017

Residents urged to stay off ice

Due to warmer weather, Strathcona County residents are urged to stay safe and keep off all stormwater ponds. 

Posted February 15, 2017

Strathcona County emergency expertise awarded

Strathcona County is the proud recipient of the prestigious Alberta Emergency Management Agency Achievement Award in the category of Fostering Partnerships. 

Posted February 15, 2017

Pink is for courage

On February 22, residents are invited to wear pink as part of Pink Shirt Day, as a visual support to end bullying.

Posted February 14, 2017

Over 8,000 residents participate in County’s largest conversation

During a span of less than three months, over 8,000 people took part in the County’s largest public conversation, as part of the Community Talk initiative. 

Posted February 13, 2017

Celebrate Family Day at County recreation centres and Everybody Gets to Play!

This Family Day, February 20, residents are encouraged to disconnect from technology and connect with their family, friends and community at Strathcona County’s recreation facilities. 

Posted February 6, 2017

2017 Pride of Strathcona Awards - Nominate by March 20

In recognition of outstanding contributions and achievements, citizens are invited to nominate an individual or group for a 2017 Pride of Strathcona Award: deadline for nominations is March 20, 2017.