News Room

Posted January 13, 2025

The Pointe Agricultural Event Centre on track for fall 2025 opening

Excitement is growing as site and building construction remains on track for The Pointe, Strathcona County’s new agricultural event centre. Scheduled to open in fall 2025, The Pointe is set to be a one-of-a-kind destination where community and agriculture come together.

Posted January 7, 2025

Challenge your Perception at Gallery@501

Gallery@501 is pleased to present “The Problem with Perception” by local artist Gerry Dotto. This exhibit is on at Gallery@501 from January 21 until March 1, 2025.

Posted January 6, 2025

Businesses asked to share feedback on waste

Strathcona County is looking for feedback as we explore waste diversion in the commercial sector.

Posted January 2, 2025

Residential street snow removal begins Monday, January 6

County crews will start clearing snow on Priority 4 residential streets starting at 6 a.m. on Monday, January 6. 

Posted December 19, 2024

Snow route parking ban declared

A snow route parking ban will go into effect on Friday, December 20 at 6 p.m. on all collector roads in Sherwood Park.  

Posted December 13, 2024

Celebrate the new year with family-friendly fun

Ring in 2025 with Strathcona County’s annual New Year’s Festival!

Join the celebration on Tuesday, December 31 starting at 6 p.m. Free activities will take place at Broadmoor Lake Park, including Festival Place and the Sherwood Park Arena and Sports Centre. The evening will wrap up with fireworks at 8 p.m., early enough for the whole family to enjoy! Remember to dress warmly as activities will take place both indoors and outdoors.

Posted December 12, 2024

Municipal Election 2025: Candidate nominations can be filed starting January 2

In October 2025, Strathcona County will hold a municipal election for Mayor and eight Ward Councillors for the 2025 to 2029 Council term.

Posted November 25, 2024

Budget 2025: Balancing short-term needs with long-term sustainability

Strathcona County Council has approved a 3.90 per cent property tax revenue increase for 2025, one of the lowest in the region, ensuring continued high-quality services for residents. 

Posted November 25, 2024

Snow route parking ban declared

A snow route parking ban will go into effect on Tuesday, November 26 at 7 a.m. on all collector roads in Sherwood Park.   

Posted November 22, 2024

The CPKC Holiday Train is bringing holiday cheer to Josephburg

On Thursday, December 12, the CPKC Holiday Train will pull into Josephburg, stopping at the Moyer Recreation Centre from 5:15 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. Decorated for the holidays with thousands of Christmas lights, the festive train will feature an outdoor music concert with Magic! and Sophia Camara.