Environmental Programs and Initiatives News

Parkland County, in partnership with Sweetflag Environmental, is inviting residents to take part in a Rolling Meadows Wetland Community Planting event on Saturday, May 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 

Are you planning to subdivide or develop your land in the future? It’s important to understand that wetlands are protected under the Alberta Wetland Policy and the broader Water Act. Parkland County’s Municipal Development Plan, Land Use Bylaw, and other policies also work to protect these features and the vital functions they provide on the landscape.

Come learn about planning and budgeting for tree and shrub projects with Tomas Sokolon, executive director for Alberta Woodlot Extension Society. Join us for a free online webinar on June 10th from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

As temperatures drop, many Canadians brace for higher heating bills. But keeping your home warm doesn’t have to mean burning through energy, or your budget. With a few smart upgrades and habits, you can stay cozy while cutting down on energy use.

Did You Know: one of the objectives in our Integrated Community Sustainability Plan is the diversion of solid waste from landfills. Even small changes in lifestyle can significantly reduce waste!

This fall, Parkland County, Sturgeon County, Woodlands County, and Leduc County are joining to present a webinar series on prairie fruit orchard management. Registration is required for these zoom sessions, taking place Nov. 26th & Dec. 3rd. 

We want residents to know that Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) was added to the Alberta Agricultural Pests Act.

Wetlands are one of the most productive ecosystems in the world, making them biodiversity hotspots of plant and animal life.

Alberta’s native pollinators adapted alongside regional plants; together they are foundational to the function of ecosystems throughout the province. Although many people associate pollination with bees and butterflies, many other animals are also important pollinators.