News Releases

Parkland County Fire Services is looking for community-minded residents to answer the call and join its team as paid-on-call firefighters. Applications for the 2026 recruitment are now open, with opportunities available at the Acheson, Parkland Village, Wabamun, and Tomahawk fire stations.

Parkland County firefighters put their skills to the test at the inaugural Battle for the Bell on August 11 at the Acheson Fire Hall. Twenty-eight firefighters competed in team-based challenges inspired by the physical demands and skills used in the fire service.

A free community event for adults 50+, caregivers and family members is coming to Entwistle this fall. Mark your calendar for the Living Well, Aging Well Expo on Thursday, October 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

There is still time to review the draft River’s Edge Development Area Policies and provide your feedback. Online feedback is open until September 25, 2026.

Parkland County Centre and the Agricultural Services Building will be closed on Wednesday, August 19 from 12:00 to 4:30 p.m. for an internal function.

County services will continue at other facilities, including all Transfer Stations, the Entwistle Community Recreation Centre, the Parkland County Animal Shelter, and the Entwistle Outdoor Pool.

Essential services will remain available throughout the closure. 

Looking for a fun way to learn about agriculture in Parkland County? A new library kit, created by Agriculture and Environmental Services, is now available at Parkland County Libraries.

Parkland County Council will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in Council Chambers at Parkland County Centre (53109A HWY 779). The meeting will also be livestreamed online.

Agenda items include:

1. Bylaw 2026-28 - Acheson Zone 5 Highway 16A and Spruce Valley Road Wastewater
   Infrastructure Borrowing for second and third, and final, readings.
2. Funding Request - Acheson Zone 5 Infrastructure Construction.
3. Wabamun Wastewater Pump Replacement.
4. Appointment of Council Members to Parkland County Library Board.

We are aware of a banner displayed on private property outside of Parkland County, along Highway 779, containing racist and disparaging language directed toward Indigenous peoples. Many people have found the message hurtful, discriminatory, and contrary to the spirit of respect that we expect in our community. Parkland County strongly condemns racism and discrimination in all forms.