News Room

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

Media inquiries may be directed to Strathcona County Communications: 780-410-6595 or email news.inquiries@strathcona.ca

Media inquiry office hours:
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday
Closed on statutory holidays.

Emergency Services:
For media interview requests, please email
emergencyinfo@strathcona.ca and provide reporter contact information and timelines. Resident inquiries, please email emergencyservices@strathcona.ca

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Posted October 5, 2026

Victim Services and Strathcona County RCMP first in Canada to offer "Hug Kits" to romance scam victims

Strathcona County Victim Services and the Strathcona County RCMP are offering a new form of comfort and support to people affected by romance scams through their participation in the launch of the Unbreaking Project Canada.

Posted October 1, 2026

Cram a Cruiser returns Oct. 16 to restock the Strathcona Food Bank after Thanksgiving

On Friday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Strathcona County Enforcement Services alongside the Strathcona County RCMP will be collecting donations for the Strathcona Food Bank. Staff will be onsite at three local grocery stores with police cruisers to encourage shoppers to fill the cruiser full of donations.

Posted September 28, 2026

Joint force operation leads to the removal of 77 unsafe commercial vehicles from Strathcona County roads

A joint force commercial vehicle inspection operation, led by Strathcona County Enforcement Services, placed 77 commercial vehicles out of service last week.

Posted September 28, 2026

Future Forward 2026: business leaders invited to gain insights, build connections and accelerate growth

Business owners, entrepreneurs, managers and professionals from across Alberta are invited to be part of Future Forward: Strathcona County Business Conference 2026, an engaging one-day conference designed to help organizations navigate change, seize new opportunities and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving economy.

Posted September 22, 2026

New tourism identity unveiled for Strathcona County

It starts with a visit.

Posted September 15, 2026

State of agricultural disaster declared in Strathcona County

Strathcona County Council declared a state of agricultural disaster for the County on Tuesday at the advice of County administration and the Agricultural Service Board.

Posted September 9, 2026

Project TENSOR East drives traffic safety results

Strathcona County Enforcement Services has concluded Project TENSOR (Traffic Enforcement Noise/Speed Offence Reduction) East for 2026.

Posted August 31, 2026

One delicious afternoon celebrating the best of local food, art and music: Savour Strathcona County returns Sunday, Sept. 13

Get ready to taste, sip, shop and celebrate local. Savour Strathcona County returns on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, transforming the Strathcona County Community Centre and Festival Lane into a vibrant showcase of the region's culinary talent, artistic creativity and live entertainment.

Posted August 27, 2026

Family Traditions at Gallery@501: Celebrates making art across generations

Gallery@501 welcomes the public to Family Traditions, featuring artworks that reflect family stories passed from one generation to the next and reimagined through the artists' creative practices. 

Posted July 13, 2026

Fieldhouse public art opportunities now open to artists

Strathcona County is inviting Canadian artists and artist teams to submit portfolios for multiple public art opportunities at the new Strathcona County Fieldhouse.
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