News Room
This page contains latest media and information releases, in date order.
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Posted February 13, 2024
Changes to dog licence requirements in Strathcona County
Beginning April 1, 2024, dog owners in Strathcona County will no longer be required to purchase an annual dog licence for their pup.
Posted February 13, 2024
County agreement helps move Crusaders’ multipurpose arena forward
An agreement between Strathcona County and Sherwood Park Crusaders Hockey Society has been reached that will help expand recreational, event and ice time capacity in the community.
Posted February 6, 2024
Five focus areas proposed for developing agriculture and food sector
The Agriculture and Food Sector Development Strategy set out to explore what is needed to help Strathcona County attract investment in agriculture and food production, processing, and manufacturing. It looks to identify ways to connect agriculture and food businesses with resources, support networks and science expertise.
Posted February 6, 2024
Celebrate Family Day in support of Everybody Gets to Play™
Make a difference this Family Day (February 19) by visiting Strathcona County recreation facilities. One hundred per cent of collected admission fees will go to support the Everybody Gets to PlayTM program in Strathcona County – a vital initiative supporting limited income families access recreation and culture services within the community.
Posted February 5, 2024
Strathcona Contemporary celebrates local artists
Whether you are a seasoned artist or just starting out, Strathcona Contemporary invites you to join in a dynamic, two-month celebration showcasing the incredible talent of Strathcona County’s art community through a series of five social events.
Posted February 2, 2024
Water ban lifted – February 2, 2024
The water ban in Strathcona County has been lifted and residents can return to normal water use.
Posted January 30, 2024
County invests over $1.1 million to support local social-sector non-profits
To support non-profit organizations in meeting social service needs in Strathcona County, Council has approved 16 grant applications through the 2024 Social Framework Community Grant program.
Posted January 29, 2024
Ban announced on non-essential water use
Strathcona County is banning all non-essential water use effective immediately. Residents are advised to use water for essential purposes only. Residents who get water from truck fills are also asked to reduce their water consumption. The ban applies to all Strathcona County residents including country residential areas.
Posted January 18, 2024
Municipal Transit Collaboration Agreement
Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) from municipalities in the Edmonton Metro Region have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for a new, collaborative framework intended to improve regional transit services.
Posted January 17, 2024
Have your say in RCMP and Enforcement Services priorities
Residents are invited to help set 2024/2025 policing priorities for Strathcona County RCMP and Strathcona County Enforcement Services in a brief survey.
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