Communities and employers in the Special Areas region now have a new tool to help attract newcomers to this rural area. The region was recently designated under the Rural Renewal Stream of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program. This means the region is being recognized for...
Take notice that tenders are invited for the sale of land within Special Area No. 3 described below and will be received until 4:30 p.m. local time on Friday, August 18, 2023, at the District Office. The tenders will be opened in public on 21st day...
The bridge over Bullpound Creek on TWP RD 25-2, west of HWY 36, is restricted to one lane traffic. Â Please obey all construction signs and slow down. Â If possible, take a detour route. Thanks for your patience and cooperation. ...
There will be a temporary traffic disruption on Hwy 886, south of Twp Rd 25-4. Repairs are being made on a 1 km stretch and traffic will be down to one lane. You can expect delays for 2-3 weeks start. Â Please obey all construction signs and...
On July 12, 2023, Special Areas declared a state of agricultural disaster for Special Area No. 2, 3, & 4. The Special Areas Agricultural Fieldman put together some resources for producers to have all the information in one place. Drought Background Info: Alberta's Agriculture Drought and Excess Moisture...
On July 12, 2023, the Special Areas Board declared a state of agricultural disaster for Special Area No. 2, 3, & 4. Prolonged drought conditions continue to create significant challenges for producers in the region. It is the second time the Special Areas has declared an...
Special Areas Advisory Council wrapped up 2023 annual ratepayer meetings on June 28 with the Special Area No. 3 meeting in Cereal. These public meetings give residents a chance to meet with Administration and Advisory Councillors right in their communities. Beginning each May, the annual...
Staff and well-wishers gathered at the Bar Nun Saloon on June 7 to help celebrate Owen Francis's retirement from the Special Areas. The crowd enjoyed some cool refreshments while taking time to wish Owen well as he moves into the next phase after 31 years...
After 37 years, John Armstrong is retiring! On June 2, Youngstown Hall was packed with people who celebrated this milestone with John and his family. John celebrated the night with some of his previous summer students, friends, family, co-workers and community members. It was a night for...
Farmers & Ranchers - We need your help! Please take 5 minutes to complete a short survey that helps AAFC gather local information on how weather conditions are impacting producers in the Special Areas. To take this short survey, go to https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/450f20e9911140378fadd2bba64d4f40 The Agroclimate Impact Reporter (AIR) is...