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Strathcona County has lifted its fire ban and has issued a fire restriction effective May 31 at 12 Noon.

On Wednesday, June 7 Strathcona County will launch its very first podcast titled, You Belong Here.

June 5 to 11 is Seniors’ Week in Strathcona County. The County will celebrate the community’s seniors and older adults as part of the province’s annual Seniors’ Week. Every year, the County joins municipalities and organizations from across the province to honour seniors.

On June 3, the fittest firefighters around the province and territories will be competing in the FireFit Alberta/Yukon Regional Championship at Kinsmen Leisure Centre. Competitors will be put through a timed obstacle course made up of various skills and abilities required in firefighting.

Strathcona County’s largest annual festival is back! This year’s Canada Day celebration at Broadmoor Lake Park (Oak Street, Sherwood Park) features indoor and outdoor activities for all ages, as well as live entertainment throughout the day.

Strathcona County has begun work on a strategy to ensure it is a leader in providing agriculture and food business opportunities.

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.   

Strathcona County reminds drivers, cyclists and pedestrians to watch out for each other and share the road safely. 
 

The two wildfires that started on Friday, May 5 are contained and under control with overhaul of hot spots continuing.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Strathcona County provides update on current out of control fire 

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.

Strathcona County provides update on current out of control fire 

Strathcona County is inviting households and youth in Grades 7-12 to share their feedback to help plan for the next four years of recreation and culture opportunities in the community, by completing an online survey between May 1 to 22.

A fire ban has been declared for all of Strathcona County, effective at 12 noon on May 1. The ban applies to all rural areas, hamlets and Sherwood Park.

Mayor Rod Frank has officially declared May 1 to 7 as Mental Health Week in Strathcona County. This year the County will highlight the importance of mental health education and how it contributes to a more connected and supported community.