Alberta helping Canada prosper
The need to improve trade within Canada and get Alberta goods to new markets has never been greater. Tariff threats, protectionism, and a lack of predictability in American trade policyRead More »
County to issue utility refunds
Wheatland County is refunding three utility accounts for overpayments made regarding water usage over the last several months. The county’s vendor, Rocky View Utility Corporation, provides utility services within theRead More »
Childcare services not to be classed as discretionary use in Highway Commercial District
Childcare services will not be included as a discretionary use in the Highway Commercial District in Strathmore. Town of Strathmore council voted to defeat the motion during the July 2Read More »
Town repeals code of conduct policy bylaw by provincial mandate
Municipalities across Alberta will no longer investigate themselves when instances of code of conduct violation complaints occur amongst local council members. The Town of Strathmore voted to repeal their localRead More »
Town aims to better balance residential, non-residential tax base
The Town of Strathmore is aiming to establish a more balanced tax ratio between residential and non-residential properties. A bylaw to amend the town’s Municipal Development Plan (MDP) was passedRead More »
Alberta’s new tax cut
As of July 1, 2025, hardworking Albertans are keeping more money in their pockets on every paycheque thanks to our new personal income tax cut and the introduction of aRead More »
Taylor, a Class act, follows elder brother’s footsteps
Sarah Taylor has been awarded this year’s Strathmore Times Class Act Award, as well as the Ken May Memorial Award. The Strathmore Times Class Act Award is presented annually toRead More »
Strathmore High School to offer collegiate of digital arts and eSports programs
Beginning in September, Strathmore High School students will have access to three newly formed collegiate of digital arts and esports programs. The Alberta government has budgeted $27.5 million in 2025Read More »
Fingers on Fire returns
The fingerboard scene in Strathmore is heating up again, as Fingers on Fire 3 gets ready to roll on July 26, bringing with it global sponsors, international talent and aRead More »
Alberta Next Panel
Over the past decade, Albertans have felt the impact of Ottawa’s decisions that make life harder here at home. Whether it’s driving up inflation, blocking job-creating energy projects, or imposingRead More »
Primary Care Network aims to help service local patients lacking family doctors
The Calgary Rural Primary Care Network (CRPN) is aiming to reduce the number of people in the local region who do not have regular healthcare providers. Kim Regular, education andRead More »