News Room

Each year, Strathcona County supports local talent by purchasing artwork through its annual art acquisition program. Artists residing in Strathcona County, and those with a significant connection to the County, are encouraged to submit their artwork for consideration. The application deadline is April 15.

Strathcona County residents and organizations can apply now for Social Framework Community Grants to foster positive changes in our community. Applications are open until May 1, 2024.

Starting May 1, Strathcona County will be conducting a municipal census. In early May, each household in the County will receive a census PIN letter, outlining instructions for the seamless completion of the census online.

Strathcona County has added three new state-of-the-art electric (EV) ice re-surfacers to its fleet, thanks in part to a grant from the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC). This represents another step on the County’s path to a greener future for the community.

Strathcona County residents will have opportunities this year to share their thoughts about healthy aging in our community.

Strathcona County is pleased to present a new art exhibition, “Metanoia,” featuring artwork from Oksana Movchan from Edmonton, Alberta. The exhibit opens at Gallery@501 on March 12 and shows until April 17, 2024.

Under a new three-year agreement, Strathcona County will begin providing weekday bus service between Sherwood Park and Fort Saskatchewan starting in July.

A snow route parking ban will go into effect on Tuesday, February 27 at 6 p.m. on all collector roads in Sherwood Park.

Contributing to the community, excelling in athletics, fostering economic diversity, and demonstrating outstanding leadership are among the many ways in which residents and groups are positively influencing Strathcona County. To honour these remarkable contributions and accomplishments, citizens are encouraged to nominate individuals, local businesses, or community groups for the 2024 Strathcona County Awards of Excellence.

Strathcona County is proud to announce that it has been named one of Canada’s Best Employers 2024 on Forbes.com.