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This page contains latest media and information releases, in date order.

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Archive: October

Posted October 31, 2025

Statement: Strathcona County mourns the death of former Mayor Vern Hartwell

Strathcona County is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Vern Hartwell; a visionary leader and former Mayor whose legacy continues to shape the community he served with dedication and heart.

Posted October 24, 2025

Strathcona County 2025 Election results

Strathcona County’s Returning Officer has declared the results of the 2025 General Municipal Election official as of Friday, Oct. 24 at 12 noon.

Posted October 22, 2025

Treat yourself to an "eerie-sistible” Halloween

Strathcona County is supporting a safe, accessible and healthy Halloween for all trick-or-treaters this year through free recreation passes for local youth and events for everyone.

Posted October 20, 2025

Strathcona County Election Day voter turnout: 4 p.m. update

Strathcona County is providing an update on voter turnout as of 4 p.m. on Election Day.

Posted October 20, 2025

Strathcona County mid-Election Day voter turnout

Strathcona County is providing an update on voter turnout as of 11 a.m. on Election Day.

Posted October 2, 2025

Strathcona County helping voters know where to go on election day

Strathcona County is committed to providing residents with the information they need to know to vote in the 2025 municipal election.

Posted October 1, 2025

2025 Agrifood Connector – Expanding Alberta’s Food Industry

Strathcona County, in collaboration with Connect for Food (CFF), will host the 2025 Agrifood Connector on Monday, November 3, at Festival Place in Sherwood Park.