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29 Jun Agroclimate Impact Reporter Survey

Posted at 19:22h in Uncategorized

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...

27 Jun Blue Green Algae in the Special Areas

Posted at 20:10h in Uncategorized

A blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) bloom has been identified at Blood Indian and Little Fish Lake and signage has been posted at these locations. Please take the following precautions if you are visiting these bodies of water: Avoid all contact with blue-green algae blooms. If contact occurs,...

26 Jun Reclamation Guidance

Posted at 15:18h in Uncategorized

The Special Areas Reclamation Guidance document answers common questions on how to complete reclamation and apply for reclamation certificates on public land in the Special Areas. Reclamation Guidance Document ...

21 Jun Growing & Grazing with Special Areas Summer Edition

Posted at 17:06h in Uncategorized

Check out the summer edition of Growing and Grazing with Special Areas! In this interactive newsletter, you will read about noxious plants, wheat stem sawfly, drought and trees, snakes and steaks! Happy reading! ...

08 Jun Fire Restriction in effect

Posted at 15:29h in Uncategorized

Effective Thursday, June 8th the Special Areas Board is imposing a fire restriction to extend throughout all Special Areas. The restriction is imposed on all outdoor fires but does not include gas or propane barbeques, or fires contained in campfire facilities in designated camping areas unless...

01 Jun Temporary Road Closure

Posted at 21:56h in Uncategorized

Township Road 31-4 will be temporarily closed between Highway 41 and Range Road 5-0 on Sunday, June 4 from 9 PM to 10 PM. Please use an alternate route during this closure. ...

24 Apr 2023 Ratepayer Meetings

Posted at 22:02h in Uncategorized

Special Areas Advisory Council and Administration have announced the 2023 Ratepayer Meeting dates. Advisory Council and staff will be touring much of the region May and June with 2023 ratepayer meetings. These public meetings give residents in Special Areas the chance to meet with Administration and...

18 Apr Fire Advisory in Effect

Posted at 15:47h in Uncategorized

A Fire Advisory is in place for Special Areas No. 2, 3 & 4 effective April 17, 2023. Extreme caution is advised - only necessary burning should take place. The public is asked to ensure all fires are attended to and completely extinguished before leaving unattended. Safe...

17 Apr 2023 Map Books Available

Posted at 21:54h in Uncategorized

2023 Special Areas Map Books have arrived! Pick yours up at any Special Areas District Office or Youngstown Service Center for $40. ...

11 Apr Wildfire Community Preparedness Day 2023

Posted at 16:32h in Uncategorized

The Town of Hanna and the Special Areas Board are excited to share they are hosting a joint Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on May 10, 2023 in Hanna, AB. This event is designed to give people a chance to learn what they can do on...