News Room

Strathcona County is supporting a safe and healthy Halloween for all trick-or-treaters this year through free recreation passes to local youth, Halloween events and a focus on creating an accessible Halloween for everyone.

A new, modernized and enhanced Responsible Livestock Ownership Bylaw has replaced the Animal Control and Apiculture Bylaws. Approved by Council on October 4, 2022, Bylaw 53-2022 is effective immediately.

Every County resident deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. The COVID-19 pandemic has made it clearer than ever that affordable housing is a key component to supporting individuals and families in today’s economy.

Residents have another opportunity to review and share their perspective on an updated draft Community Standards Bylaw.

New priorities and shorter timeframe for clearing trails and pathways

Strathcona County Council has approved an updated Winter Maintenance Policy that guides snow clearing and ice control for roads, trails, parking lots and transit stops.

The City of Edmonton and Strathcona County are unveiling their new hydrogen fuel cell buses at this weekend’s Electric and Hydrogen Vehicle Expo. Come get a sneak peek of this new hydrogen electric bus technology the City and Strathcona County are testing as part of a province-wide collaboration to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in our region. 

The County’s Census 2022 revealed Strathcona County’s population has grown two per cent in the last four years, surpassing the 100K mark at 100,362 people (73,000 in Sherwood Park and 27,362 in the County’s rural areas).

On September 12, Strathcona County welcomed Martin Paulson as the 10th Fire Chief and Director of Emergency Services.

The Greater Edmonton Animal Rescue Society (GEARS) will open Sheltered Paws on Saturday, October 1, with plans to operate for one year as part of a pilot initiative by Strathcona County.