Local library supported through hotdog fundraiser
Shortly after the Strathmore Stampede parade on July 31, MLA Leela Aheer and MP Martin Shields hosted a hotdog fundraiser in benefit of Strathmore Library. The fundraiser has become a… Read More »
Edition: August 13 2021 Strathmore Times
Chamber receives federal grant
The Strathmore Wheatland Chamber of Commerce (SWCC) will be receiving $15,680 of federal shop local funding, to be utilized for expanding the chamber’s efforts to encourage patronage of community businesses.… Read More »
Southern Alberta Music Festival returns to raise money
Aspen Crossing is once again hosting the South Alberta Music Festival (SAMF), which is scheduled to take place Aug. 13-14. 2021 marks the eighth year of hosting for the festival,… Read More »
Alberta celbrates 9th annual Open Farm Days
Alberta Open Farm Days is returning for its ninth annual run and is looking to encourage more people to come out and learn about local agriculture. Though only the ninth… Read More »
Ag society shows appreciation to Stampede volunteers
The Strathmore & District Agricultural Society held an appreciation dinner at the Civic Centre for the volunteers of the Strathmore Stampede just after the gates closed on Aug. 2. At… Read More »
Province to add referendum topics, and Senate nominee election to municipal election day
Albertans will have an opportunity this fall to make their voices heard regarding equalization and daylight saving time during the fall municipal elections. Albertans will be asked to vote on… Read More »
Province to dedicate nearly $8 million to Indigenous mental health support grants
Alberta’s government is investing nearly $8 million to support Indigenous-led efforts to support mental health within communities across the province. In a release published July 22, the grants will be… Read More »
Town hall meeting held to discuss use, misuse of local ambulances
A town hall was held on Aug. 12 at the Strathmore Legion, which invited local residents to discuss ambulance services and how they are currently being utilized. Don Sharpe, who… Read More »
Ag Society’s rodeo school returns for third year training high school rodeo students
Returning for its third iteration in Strathmore, the Strathmore and District Agricultural Society is once again bringing back its rodeo school from Aug. 16 to 20. Ryan Schmidt, general manager… Read More »
Helping farmers in a time of need
Hello Chestermere- Strathmore readers. Agriculture built Alberta and is a critical part of our economy. We are always proud to stand by our producers in good times and bad. This… Read More »
Rodeos, festivals and election rumours swirling!
Over the past few weeks, I’ve attended several festivals and rodeos across the riding – and let me say: They have all been a huge success! Now that Alberta is… Read More »