News Releases

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.

Parkland County Fire Services has contained the wildfire near Beau Rand Estates, and there is no further danger to the public. Crews will continue to monitor the area and extinguish hot spots as needed. 

There will be overnight closures at the Hwy 16 and Hwy 43 interchange to support the ongoing bridge replacement project. The closures are scheduled to occur from May 6 to May 8 between the hours of 9:00 pm and 6:00 am.

The West Inter Lake District (WILD) Water Commission has identified a new water line break on the supply line west of Highway 43, which serves Wabamun and Entwistle. 

As a result, Water Usage Restriction – Condition A is now in effect for both communities. Condition A includes a temporary ban on municipal water‑use operations.

There is no impact to residents at this time, and drinking water remains safe and available.  

The City of Edmonton’s Mosquito Management Program will begin April 20, 2026, and run until September 30, 2026.

This program helps control mosquitoes in Edmonton and surrounding areas (including parts of Parkland County), improving quality of life to help enjoy outdoor activities in Edmonton’s brief summer, and reduce the quantities of pesticides needed to repel or control adult mosquitoes in Edmonton.

Parkland County celebrated National Volunteer Week from April 19 to 25, recognizing the incredible volunteers who help keep our communities strong and connected.

Parkland County's Fire Hazard Level has been updated to Fire Restriction.

• Fire hazard conditions are at a level where fires can start and grow quickly. No open burning fires or major burn operations are allowed. 
• Safe, recreational fires in approved fire pits, burn barrels/incinerators with screens, as well as gas/propane stoves, barbeques and fire bowls are allowed.
• Major burn, outdoor fire, and consumer fireworks permits are cancelled at this time, and no new permits will be issued.

Health Canada has approved emergency use of strychnine in approved areas of Alberta and Saskatchewan, including Parkland County. This approval is to help manage serious crop damage caused by Richardson’s ground squirrels.