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28 May

Posted at 22:23h in News

Effective Thursday, May 28th, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. all loading restrictions are removed, with the exception of:  a specific oiled road in Special Areas 2 restricting bus, truck and trailer traffic to Ninety percent (90%) of authorized load limits except as allowed under the act or...

25 May

Posted at 08:00h in News

Special Areas roadside grass control (cutting ditches) for local roads will begin on June 8. Requests to hay your ditch must be submitted to your local District Office as soon as possible. This will allow our road crew to plan their work accordingly. Roadside grass control...

18 May

Posted at 08:00h in News

Tax and Assessment Notices for property held in the Special Areas were mailed May 15, 2026 in accordance with Sections 308 and 311 of the Municipal Government Act, being Chapter M-26, R.S.A. 2000. Any person who wishes to object to the assessment for any property must...

18 May

Posted at 08:00h in News

After the success of last year’s first-ever Resident Satisfaction Survey, Special Areas is once again inviting residents to share their thoughts and experiences. Your feedback matters. It helps the Special Areas Advisory Council and Board set priorities, improve programs, and plan for the future of our...

15 May

Posted at 08:00h in News

Special Areas Fire Services and Hanna Fire Department members were excited to host a local Emergency Preparedness and Fire Safety Day on May 6, 2026, in Hanna, AB in collaboration with Prairie Land School Division. With 230 students from grades 4 to 9 attending from Berry...

12 May

Posted at 08:14h in News

Hay Permit – Portion of Section 24-29-13-W4M The Special Areas Board is requesting bids for a Hay Permit covering the following location and area: portion of Section 24-29-13-W4 (approximately 180 acres south of the Hwy 577). All applicants must adhere to the Alberta Regulation 137/2001, Special Areas...

11 May

Posted at 08:00h in News

2026 Annual Ratepayer Meetings Are Coming to Your Community! Special Areas is hitting the road this spring! Our 2026 Annual Ratepayer Meetings take place throughout May and June. With more than 1,200 kilometres traveled, this annual “tour” brings Advisory Councillors and Special Areas staff directly to...

04 May

Posted at 08:00h in News

Calling All Campers & Outdoor Adventurers! Want to WIN a 2-night getaway at Prairie Oasis, Blood Indian, or Carolside? We’re looking for YOUR feedback on our Special Areas Board municipal parks and campgrounds—what’s working and what could be even better! Complete a quick survey for one park… or...

23 Apr

Posted at 08:00h in News

Special Areas is continuing a community conversation about the future of the CJ Peacock Centre in the Hamlet of Cereal. In late 2025, the Special Areas Advisory Council directed that Special Areas should stop operating the CJ Peacock Centre after 2026. Because Special Areas does not...