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

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Archive: May

Posted May 20, 2026

Strathcona County earns top marks again in 2025 Public Satisfaction Survey

Strathcona County continues to receive top ratings as one of Canada’s most livable communities, with residents expressing strong pride in their quality of life and confidence in the services they receive.

Posted May 19, 2026

Strathcona County earns Canadian Award for Financial Reporting

Strathcona County’s annual financial report for the year ended Dec. 31, 2024 was awarded the Canadian Award for Financial Reporting by Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA).

Posted May 12, 2026

Strathcona County accepts provincial EMS contract to maintain ambulance service

Strathcona County Council has approved accepting the Government of Alberta’s Emergency Health Services (EHS) contract offer for ground ambulance services, ensuring the continuation of locally delivered ambulance care through Strathcona County Emergency Services (SCES).

Posted May 9, 2026

RCMP investigating community incident

Strathcona County RCMP Major Crimes Unit is investigating an incident that occurred in Sherwood Park on May 8, 2026.

Posted May 8, 2026

Strathcona County statement: Community incident

The RCMP is leading the investigation into the incident in Strathcona County on May 8, 2026.

Posted May 8, 2026

Update: Strathcona County Reviewing Provincial Changes to EMS Funding

At their upcoming council meeting on May 12, 2026, Strathcona County Council will discuss the future of ground ambulance service delivery in the community.

Posted May 6, 2026

Project TENSOR East revs up this month

Project TENSOR (Traffic Enforcement Noise/Speed Offence Reduction) East returns this month in Strathcona County. Introduced in 2021, this data-driven traffic safety initiative targets local hot spots for speeding, stunting, and traffic-related noise complaints over the summer months.

Posted May 1, 2026

Strathcona County invites community feedback to shape future recreation and culture

Strathcona County is inviting households and youth in Grades 7 to 12 to share their feedback to help shape the next four years of recreation and culture opportunities in the community.