Made-in-Alberta learning pathway
I hope that everyone had a Happy Easter with family and friends! Last week the Alberta Government announced changes to the Class 1 driver training and licencing by implementing aRead More »
Travel tips for a smooth trip
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds travellers of what to expect when crossing the border over the Easter long weekend. Every day, the CBSA works hard to protect Canadians,Read More »
Coun. Koester discusses county appeal
Wheatland County Coun. Glenn Koester spoke to the county’s decision to appeal the Court of King’s Bench ruling in the Koester versus Wheatland County, 2024 ABKB 103 case. The countyRead More »
MPC approves Development Permit Applications
Wheatland County council discussed four ongoing development permit applications during the March 12 meeting of the Municipal Planning Commission. Development Permit 2022-002, first on the discussion, requested a time extensionRead More »
Town approves land use bylaw amendment with intent for new daycare facility
The Town of Strathmore voted to approve Bylaw 24-01, being a bylaw to amend the town’s Land Use Bylaw No. 14-11, addressing 1016 Westridge Road. First reading was given toRead More »
Town approves new basement suite development
The Town of Strathmore voted to approve Bylaw 24-02, being a bylaw to amend the Land Use Bylaw 14-11, during the March 20, regular meeting of council. Second and thirdRead More »
County amends schedule of fees bylaw
Wheatland County council, during a special meeting of council, discussed amendments brought forward by administration for the Master Schedule of Fees Bylaw on March 12. These amendments were identified sinceRead More »
Province provides health care engagement update
The Province of Alberta announced, March 21, an update on its progress for a refocused health care system through engagement with persons across the province. Minister of Health Adriana LaGrangeRead More »
Ag Society makes significant executive staff shifts
In order to support further growth and development of the organization, as well as future and ongoing capital projects, the Strathmore and District Agricultural Society has announced several staff positionRead More »
Alberta supporting Treaties 6, 7, 8 to keep federal funding
The Alberta government has announced its support of Indigenous efforts to keep unused federal funds from the Site Rehabilitation Program in Alberta. Launched in May 2020, the Site Rehabilitation ProgramRead More »
Debating the Alberta Pension Plan
Since being elected as our MLA, I have had numerous conversations on the potential of an Alberta Pension Plan (APP), both in support and against. The concerns I have heardRead More »