News Room

A fire ban has been declared for all of Strathcona County, effective at 12 noon on June 8. The ban applies to all rural areas, hamlets and Sherwood Park. 

Mayor Amarjeet Sohi, Strathcona County Acting Mayor Corey-Ann Hartwick, River Valley Alliance Executive Director Kristine Archibald, and Métis Nation of Alberta Region 4 President Alfred L’Hirondelle officially marked the start of construction on the Edmonton-Strathcona County Footbridge with a sod turning event today.

Strathcona County has lifted its fire ban and has issued a fire restriction effective May 31 at 12 Noon.

On Wednesday, June 7 Strathcona County will launch its very first podcast titled, You Belong Here.

June 5 to 11 is Seniors’ Week in Strathcona County. The County will celebrate the community’s seniors and older adults as part of the province’s annual Seniors’ Week. Every year, the County joins municipalities and organizations from across the province to honour seniors.

On June 3, the fittest firefighters around the province and territories will be competing in the FireFit Alberta/Yukon Regional Championship at Kinsmen Leisure Centre. Competitors will be put through a timed obstacle course made up of various skills and abilities required in firefighting.

Strathcona County’s largest annual festival is back! This year’s Canada Day celebration at Broadmoor Lake Park (Oak Street, Sherwood Park) features indoor and outdoor activities for all ages, as well as live entertainment throughout the day.

Strathcona County has begun work on a strategy to ensure it is a leader in providing agriculture and food business opportunities.

On May 23, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police will mark its 150 anniversary of service to the public and security of our country. Strathcona County is fortunate to have a successful partnership with the Strathcona RCMP to work together towards the shared goal of a healthy and safe community.   

Strathcona County reminds drivers, cyclists and pedestrians to watch out for each other and share the road safely.