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Posted on: June 25, 2024

Roadside Mowing

Roadside mowing

Update: August 16, 2024: 

The County of Wetaskiwin has completed approximately 60% of our roadside mowing program using the 15-foot mower. Additionally, mowing with the 10-foot mower has been completed in subdivisions and hamlets east of Highway 2...

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Posted on: September 5, 2024

FCSS - Self Defense Civilian and Teen Sessions

Self Defense

Join one of our sessions where will you will be provided with a means of self defense that is proven effective and easy to learn. The program was developed to empower you, challenge you and give you critical incident options.  

Date: Satu...

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Additional Info... County of Wetaskiwin News
Posted on: September 5, 2024

Join the ALUS Wetaskiwin-Leduc Partnership Advisory Committee

PAC 2024

Each ALUS community is guided by a Partnership Advisory Committee (PAC) which provides a local perspective. ALUS Wetaskiwin-Leduc is looking for two new members to start in November. Committee vacancies requires one active farmer from the County of Wetask...

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Posted on: September 8, 2024

Campgrounds Closing for the Season

Campgrounds Closing for the Season

It's sad to admit, but summer flew by too quickly and the Camping Season is coming to an end.

On September 15, the following Municipal Campground locations will be closed for the season:

  • Battle Lake
  • Buck Lake
  • Coal Lake
  • Mound Red
  • Red Deer Lake
  • Twin Lakes (Septemb...
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Additional Info... County of Wetaskiwin News
Posted on: August 30, 2024

Movement of Farm Equipment

Movement of Farm Equipment Fall

Attention County of Wetaskiwin Residents

As an agricultural community, it’s common to see farm equipment on our local roads and highways. During this busy season, please be extra cautious while driving.

?? Drive with Care: Farm equipment is often o...

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Posted on: August 31, 2024

Slow Down for School Zones

Back to School Safety

County of Wetaskiwin Peace Officers would like to remind motorists that school is back in session this week. That means school zones are back in effect.

School zones are in effect between the hours of 8:00 am – 9:30 am, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm and 3:00 – 4:30 p...

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Posted on: August 27, 2024

Alberta Transportation Notice of Construction: Winfield

Road Construction Update

Border Paving Ltd has been contracted by Alberta Transportation to resurface UAR 175:02 (Mainstreet) in the Hamlet of Winfield. 

Border Paving will be starting Wednesday, September 4th, 2024. No Parking signs will be posted 24 hours prior to the s...

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County of Wetaskiwin News
Posted on: August 29, 2024

AGKNOW - Upcoming Events

AgKnow

Our friends at AgKnow are offering some great webinar opportunities!

Join them for one of the following:

  • September 10 or November 13 - Intro to Suicide Prevention for Ag Webinar
  • September 25 - Brainstory Orientation
  • October 23 - Resilience Scale Masterclass

Vi...

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Additional Info... County of Wetaskiwin News
Posted on: September 9, 2024

Emergency Preparedness for Farm Animals

Capture

Do you know how to protect your farm animals from risks posed by natural disasters, including collapsed barns, freezing weather, flooding, dehydration, and electrocution?

From barn fires to hazardous materials spills to natural disasters, emergency situati...

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County of Wetaskiwin News
Posted on: August 20, 2024

FCSS - Autism 101 & 201

Autism 101 & 201

FCSS is offering webinar presentations from Edmonton Autism on October 7 and 21.

Autism 101: A great presentation to gain a basic overview of autism and neurodiversity.  It is an introduction to what autism is and gives information on how autistic...

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Additional Info... County of Wetaskiwin News
Posted on: August 8, 2024

Boaters Advised of Low Water Levels at Mulhurst Boat Launch

Low Water

Attention all boaters! Pigeon Lake is currently experiencing low water levels, which has affected the Mulhurst Bay Boat Launch.  As a result, this may pose a risk to your safety and your vessel. We strongly advise all boaters planning to use this...

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County of Wetaskiwin News
Posted on: August 12, 2024

FCSS - Low Impact Exercise Class

Low Impact Exercise Class

Low Impact Exercise Class at Buck Lake Seniors Centre starting September 19, 2024.

Bring a friend and join us for an exercise class suited to your level.

  • Thursday Mornings
  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Drop-In - $2.00
  • Certified Instructor
    • Sit or Stand
    • Equipment Provided
    • Ev...
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Additional Info... County of Wetaskiwin News
Posted on: September 5, 2024

FCSS - Good Grief, Exploring Loss and Grief Together

Good Grief

GOOD GRIEF

Join us in a compassionate conversation where we explore loss and grief together.

  • Time: 10:00 AM
  • Dates & Locations: 
    • November 5 - Lone Ridge Community Hall
    • November 6 - Buck Lake Seniors Centre
  • Cost: Free

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Additional Info... County of Wetaskiwin News
Posted on: July 29, 2024

FCSS - Travel Planning 101

Travel Planning 101

Enjoy one of our free sessions learning about travel tips for seniors and people new to travelling. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Location: Pigeon Lake Library

  • Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
  • Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Buck Lake Seniors Centre

  • Date: Friday,...
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Additional Info... County of Wetaskiwin News
Posted on: August 12, 2024

FCSS - Babysitting Courses

Babysitting

The County of Wetaskiwin's FCSS is hosting "THE BABYSITTING COURSE"

  • Date: October 11, 2024, Location: Lakedell Community Hall, Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Cost: $20.00 
  • Date: December 8, 2024, Location: Porto Bello Community Hall, T...
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Posted on: June 12, 2024

Do More Ag - Free Talk Ask Listen Session

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The County of Wetaskiwin and JEDI has teamed with Do More Ag and is proud to provide a half day interactive workshop solely dedicated to those who are involved in agriculture. Knowing that knowledge is power and farming is unique, our goal for this worksh...

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Posted on: August 23, 2024

Notice of Construction: RR 244, 242 & TWP RD 472

RR 244, 242 - TWP 472

Shoulder Pull - Range Road 244, 242 & Township Road 472

Work involves the shoulder pull of gravelled roads to establish a consistent road width and crown.

  • Select ditching and culvert rehabilitation will be performed. Areas around the intersection of Tow...
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County Projects
Posted on: August 22, 2024

Notice of Construction: RR 254 & TWP RD 460

RR 254 - TWP 460

Shoulder Pull - Range Road 254 & Township Road 460

Project: Range Rd 254 from Hwy 13 south 3.2 km; Township Rd 460, from Hwy 2a west 7.9 km to Range Rd 251.

  • Work involves the shoulder pull of gravelled roads to establish a consistent road width and crow...
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County Projects

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Posted on: April 24, 2024

Newsletter

County Newsletter

The County of Wetaskiwin distributes a Resident Newsletter via Canada Post unaddressed admail to local residents, and via direct mail to boundary residents, in the spring and fall. Non-resident landowners may view or download the newsletter here. Local re...

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