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Caring for the County
Posted on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 06:30 AM
Many of our employees live in Parkland County. So, like you, they take pride in their community and want the most from their tax dollars, too. Caring for the County showcases how these dedicated employees - your neighbours- are working hard to care for the place that we call home.
Visit www.parklandcounty.com/Caring to learn more about what your neighbours have done to improve the county and let us know what you’d do! Fill out a brief survey and you could win 1 of 3 gift cards, valued at up to...
Notice of Meeting Cancellation - May 6, 2025
Posted on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 04:25 PM
On March 25, 2025 Council, by resolution, cancelled the May 6, 2025 Governance and Priorities Committee Meeting.
Notice of Meeting Cancellation
Parkland County Governance and Priorities Committee Meeting
The Governance and Priorities Committee meeting scheduled for May 6, 2025 has been cancelled.
The next scheduled Governance and Priorities Committee meeting will be held on April 1, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
For more information, please visit
https://www.parklandcounty.com/en/county-government/meetings.aspx
Remington Tower Industrial Park: A New Chapter in Acheson’s Growth
Posted on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 02:48 PM
Remington Development Corporation (RDC) is expanding its presence in the Acheson Industrial Area with the announcement of Tower Industrial Park. At over 126 acres, Tower Industrial Park is a master-planned business development designed to meet the region’s growing demand for industrial space. Through Remington’s investment and innovative approach to land development, and close collaboration with Parkland County, previously constrained land has been transformed into a high-profile, fully serviced...
Celebrating Fire Services Recruits and Long-Service and Emergency Services Award Recipients
Posted on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 01:38 PM
On March 12, 2025, Parkland County Mayor Allan Gamble and Council proudly recognized the immense hard work of newly graduated Fire Services recruits, alongside the heartfelt dedication of long-serving firefighters and emergency services medal recipients, with a ceremony at the Heritage Park Pavilion in Stony Plain.
24 graduating recruits were congratulated in front of friends, family and dignitaries for achieving this significant milestone and for their courage and commitment to serve others.
In...
Parkland County's First FireSmart Neighbourhood!
Posted on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 01:29 PM
Parkland County Fire Services is thrilled to announce that Century Gates is the first neighbourhood in Parkland County to achieve the official FireSmart™ Canada Recognized Neighbourhood designation! This is a national program developed to officially recognize neighbourhoods that have taken critical steps to reduce their vulnerability to wildland fires. The program focuses on bringing neighbours together to address threats on their respective properties, and those in common areas within the...
Spring Gardening and Growing Your Own Food
Posted on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 01:27 PM
Spring is in the Air! Ready to get planting? Check out these tips to help you get started:
Native Plant Gardening
Plants native to Parkland County make a beautiful addition to any garden. Native plants are perennial, naturally adapted to local conditions and, if planted in the right place, require little maintenance once established. Using native plants in your garden enhances biodiversity, helps native pollinators and improves climate resilience.
Pollinator Gardens
Planting a diversity of flowers...
Registration for Programs and Summer Camps for Youth
Posted on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 01:27 PM
Summer Camps
Registration is now open for summer camps in Parkland County for residents of Stony Plain, Spruce Grove and other areas.
Weekly camps run Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and are only $125 for residents. Find out more: Summer Camps
Swimming LessonsThe Entwistle Outdoor Pool opens in May. Be sure to subscribe to our page to register for upcoming swimming lessons (open for registration May 6) or to inquire into pool rentals for those fun birthday parties coming up: Outdoor Pool...
Lakemere 4-H Club Reporter Feature
Posted on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 01:26 PM
Thanks to Club Reporter, Julie Kuelken, we received an update about all the great events happening at the Lakemere 4-H Beef Club. To kickstart the 4-H year, the club invited families to come to the Muir Lake Hall for dinner and to learn about the club and all the programs being planned for the year.
They want to ensure residents are aware that May 21 is a big Achievement Day as part of the Stony Plain & District 75th Annual Beef, Sheep and Poultry Achievement show and sale. The 4-H Beef Club for...
Development Permit Approvals March 21, 2025
Posted on Monday, March 24, 2025 10:00 AM
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT DECISIONS
Take notice that the following development permit(s) have been approved by the Development Authority as a discretionary use, subject to appeal:
Development Permit No. PLDPR20250097
Property: 12-26425 Twp Rd 532A
Proposed Development: DWELLING, SINGLE DETACHED (Home Residence)
Decision Date: March 21, 2025
Appeal Deadline: April 11, 2025 at 4:30pm
This decision may be appealed to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board within twenty-one (21) days after the...
State of the County 2025
Posted on Monday, March 24, 2025 08:58 AM
It takes a lot of special ingredients to make a thriving municipality.
In Parkland County our agricultural heritage, strong communities, a diverse economy, smart planning, and solid infrastructure are all part of that recipe.
Our State of the County video for 2025 invites you to take a closer look and get a real taste for everything that makes our region so special.
Bon appetite!
Open external page https://www.youtube.com/embed/dXpCAv1vstw?wmode=transparent
Wabamun Waterfront Pier – Temporary Closure
Posted on Friday, March 14, 2025 03:35 PM
Boardwalk Plank Replacement
Please be advised that the Pier at Waterfront Park in Wabamun will be closed to the public from March 14th – April 11th while the wooden planks are replaced. We appreciate your patience during this time.
Development Permit Approvals March 13, 2025
Posted on Friday, March 14, 2025 02:50 PM
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT DECISIONS
Take notice that the following development permit(s) have been approved by the Development Authority as a discretionary use, subject to appeal:
Development Permit No. PLDPR20250095
Property: 1511-53222 Rge Rd 272
Proposed Development: MANUFACTURED HOME, SINGLE WIDE (Manufactured home, single wide with Variance to Side Yard setback (0.51m))
Decision Date: March 13, 2025
Appeal Deadline: April 3, 2025 at 4:30pm
This decision may be appealed to the Subdivision and...
Please join us for a Wabamun Community League Information Meeting
Posted on Friday, March 14, 2025 10:27 AM
All Wabamun residents are invited to join us for an information meeting aimed at establishing a Wabamun Community League.
You're invited!- On Monday, April 14th at 6 p.m. at Jubilee Hall, nominations will be sought for executive positions, including President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and supporting directors.
For enquires, please email prc@parklandcounty.com.
Proud to Celebrate our Graduating Fire Services Recruits and Service Award Recipients
Posted on Thursday, March 13, 2025 02:32 PM
On March 12, 2025, Parkland County Mayor Allan Gamble and Council proudly recognized the immense hard work of newly graduated Fire Services recruits, alongside the heartfelt dedication of long-serving firefighters and emergency services medal recipients, with a ceremony at the Heritage Park Pavilion in Stony Plain.
24 graduating recruits were congratulated in front of friends, family and dignitaries for achieving this significant milestone and for their courage and commitment to serve others.
In...
Notice of Special Council Meeting-March 27
Posted on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 04:43 PM
A Special Meeting of Parkland County Council will be held at 9:00 a.m. on March 27, 2025, at the Parkland County Centre in accordance with Section 194(1) of the Municipal Government Act for the purpose of:
- Public Hearing - Bylaw 2025-08 - Highvale End Land Use Direct Control District Regulations continued from March 11, 2025.
Parkland County Centre is located at 53109A Hwy 779, Parkland County, AB T7Z 1R1.
The agenda for this meeting is available at www.parklandcounty.com/Meetings
Agricultural Benefits of Wetlands
Posted on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 03:05 PM
What is a Wetland?
Wetlands are areas of land saturated or submerged under shallow water, either seasonally or permanently, including bogs, fens, marshes, swamps, and shallow open water. There are many benefits to leaving wetlands intact and restoring damaged or drained wetlands on agricultural land.
Agricultural Benefits of WetlandsFlood Reduction
Wetlands act as natural sponges, collecting, storing, and slowly releasing water, reducing the risk of soil erosion, flood damage, and drought....
Parkland County Receives the Canadian Award for Financial Reporting
Posted on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 10:24 AM
The Canadian Award for Financial Reporting (CAnFR) has been awarded to Parkland County by the Government Finance Officers Association for the Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.
The award recognizes excellence in financial reporting and represents a significant accomplishment by a local government and its management. In order to be awarded a Canadian Award for Financial Reporting, a government unit must publish an easily readable and efficiently organized annual...
Notice of Public Hearing - Proposal to Close Portion of Highway
Posted on Wednesday, March 05, 2025 10:56 AM
NOTICE OF PROPOSAL TO CLOSE PORTION OF HIGHWAY AS HEREIN DESCRIBED
Pursuant to the authority of the County Council and as provided in Section 22 of the Municipal Government Act, Chapter M-26 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the proposal of Council to pass Bylaw 2025-07 to close, for the purpose of sale that portion of road in Parkland County in the Province of Alberta described as follows:
MERIDIAN 5 RANGE 6 TOWNSHIP 52
ALL OF THE GOVERNMENT ROAD ALLOWANCE WIDENING SHOWN ON PLAN 822 1031
EXCEPTING...
Development Permit Approvals February 3, 2025
Posted on Monday, March 03, 2025 10:28 AM
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT DECISIONS
Take notice that the following development permit(s) have been approved by the Development Authority as a discretionary use, subject to appeal:
Development Permit No. PLDPR20241105
Property: 11-26425 Twp Rd 532A
Proposed Development: DWELLING, SINGLE DETACHED (Single Detached Home)
Decision Date: February 28, 2025
Appeal Deadline: March 21, 2025 at 4:30pm
This decision may be appealed to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board within twenty-one (21) days...
Alberta’s Nuclear Future Takes Center Stage at 2nd Annual SMR Canada Summit
Posted on Friday, February 28, 2025 04:11 PM
The highly anticipated 2nd Annual Small Modular Reactors (SMR) Canada Summit is set to take place in Strathcona County on March 4-5, at Community Centre & County Hall in Sherwood Park, Alberta. Co-hosted by Strathcona County and Parkland County, this event is expected to draw over 400 influential delegates from across Canada, USA, and Europe, marking a pivotal moment for a nuclear energy future in Alberta.
With Presenting Partner AtkinsRéalis, the SMR Canada Summit serves as a powerful platform to...
Agricultural Services Board Update
Posted on Thursday, February 27, 2025 03:34 PM
Highlights of 2024
Over the past year, the Agricultural Service Board (ASB) has accomplished the following:
- Provided input on the topics of affordability and insurance, solar development on prime agricultural land, energy security, and weed control enforcement.
- Supported updates to the Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw to ensure changes make sense for the agricultural community.
- Encouraged development of an “Ag News and Events” page on the County website and an agriculture news section...
Parkland County Adopts New Municipal Development Plan
Posted on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 03:51 PM
Following a multi-year collaborative process, including approximately 60 hours of community engagement and 20+ open houses and workshops, Parkland County’s new Municipal Development Plan (MDP) was adopted by Council following its third reading on February 25, 2025.
The MDP is a high‑level plan that establishes a clear vision for the County’s growth over the next 30 years. It sets future direction by identifying where different types of growth and development will occur, including residential, employment, recreation,...
Peace Officer Profile: Brian Blatz
Posted on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 11:26 AM
Brian Blatz is celebrating 5 years as a Peace Officer with Parkland County’s Enforcement Services team. We caught up with him recently to find out what the job is really like.
What interested you about becoming a peace officer?
Being a Peace Officer is great because I have always enjoyed chatting with people and being able to learn what makes them “tick”. I’m also a person who will stand up and say something when no one else will — so combining those two traits really suits the role.
What are some...
Notice of Special Council Meeting-March 13
Posted on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 11:21 AM
A Special Meeting of Parkland County Council will be held at 10:00 a.m. on March 13, 2025, at the Parkland County Centre in accordance with Section 194(1) of the Municipal Government Act for the purpose of:
- Land Use Bylaw Briefing
Parkland County Centre is located at 53109A Hwy 779, Parkland County, AB T7Z 1R1.
The agenda for this meeting is available at www.parklandcounty.com/Meetings
Tri-Region Mayors' Golf Classic: Partnership opportunities available now!
Posted on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 10:28 AM
Please join us on Wednesday June 18, 2025, at Cougar Creek Golf Resort for the fourth annual Tri-Region Mayors’ Golf Classic!
Together with the City of Spruce Grove and Town of Stony Plain, we are proud to present this amazing opportunity to connect partners, businesses, and stakeholders.
The Tri-Region Mayors’ Golf Classic isn’t just a day of golf; it’s a celebration of community spirit and generosity. This year, all funds raised will be dedicated to NeighbourLink Parkland, a vital organization...
Municipal Election - Candidate Information Session
Posted on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 09:15 AM
Are you interested in running in the 2025 Municipal Election?
If you are a prospective candidate residing in the City of Spruce Grove, Town of Stony Plain, or Parkland County, don't miss out on this important information session:
March 21 (Friday), 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
*Presentation takes place at 6:30 p.m., followed by a Q & A
Learn more about:
- the roles, responsibilities and commitments of municipal councillors
- the election process leading up to election day: October 20, 2025
- how to file nomination...
ALUS and Environmental Farm Plan Newsletter - 2025
Posted on Monday, February 24, 2025 02:51 PM
What is ALUS?
ALUS is a charitable organization that provides expertise, resources, and direct financial support to farmers and ranchers to establish and steward nature-based solutions on their land.
ALUS Parkland currently has 72 active contracts in the County. So far, more than half of those participants have returned after their first five-year term and voluntarily renewed for another 5 years. This is a great indicator of the success of the program but also shows how much the participants...
Development Permit Approvals February 24, 2025
Posted on Monday, February 24, 2025 02:28 PM
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT DECISIONS
Take notice that the following development permit(s) have been approved by the Development Authority as a discretionary use, subject to appeal:
Development Permit No. PLDPR20250009
Property: 1-50430 Rge Rd 10
Proposed Development: SECONDARY SUITE (Secondary Suite - In basement of dwelling 1093 sq ft)
Decision Date: February 21, 2025
Appeal Deadline: March 14, 2025 at 4:30pm
This decision may be appealed to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board within...
Development Permit Approvals February 10, 2025
Posted on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 04:35 PM
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT DECISIONS
Take notice that the following development permit(s) have been approved by the Development Authority as a discretionary use, subject to appeal:
Development Permit No. PLDPC20241055
Property: 1415 Parkland Dr
Proposed Development: WELLNESS CENTRE (sauna business)
Decision Date: February 10, 2025
Appeal Deadline: March 4, 2025 at 4:30pm
This decision may be appealed to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board within twenty-one (21) days after the decision date...
Development Permit Approvals February 13, 2025
Posted on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 04:32 PM
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMIT DECISIONS
Take notice that the following development permit(s) have been approved by the Development Authority as a discretionary use, subject to appeal:
Development Permit No. PLDPR20250046
Property: 830-53222 Rge Rd 272
Proposed Development: MANUFACTURED HOME, SINGLE WIDE (Installation of a manufactured home, single wide with variances to setbacks of 3.6m (east side) and 1.4m (west side))
Decision Date: February 13, 2025
Appeal Deadline: March 7, 2025 at 4:30pm
This...
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