Articles for category Council
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Don’t let the purple flowers fool you—Canada thistle is more than just a nuisance. Its deep, aggressive root system makes it one of the toughest weeds to control in Alberta. Known for its menacing spiny leaves and small purple or pink, urn-shaped flowers, this weed is more than just an eyesore. Read More...
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Tree Canada’s National Greening Program restores forests and plants trees in areas that need them most, enhancing biodiversity, capturing carbon, and creating healthier environments. Last year alone, over 2 million trees were planted across five regions of Canada with the support of partners, Read More...
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
The Agricultural Service Board Provincial Committee (ASBPC), at the request of MP John Barlow, has launched the 2025 Richardson’s Ground Squirrel (Gopher) Impact Survey to gather evidence on the severity of the current outbreak and the effectiveness of available control methods. This quick, Read More...
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Every summer, Alberta Open Farm Days invites Albertans to visit real working farms, meet the people who grow their food, and experience life on the land. This year, three Rocky View County farms will be opening their gates on August 16 and 17 to take part in the celebration. Souto Farms, located in Read More...
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Help Shape the Place You Call HomeRocky View County is looking for passionate, community-minded residents to serve on a variety of boards and committees. This is your opportunity to share your expertise, connect with neighbours, and play a role in shaping programs, policies, and services that impact Read More...
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Be part of a process that matters.Rocky View County is gearing up for the 2025 Municipal Election on October 20, and we’re looking for passionate, community-minded individuals to help make it happen!If you’re someone who believes in the power of democracy and enjoys helping others, this is your Read More...
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Each year, a Rocky View County crop inspector examines every canola field in the county for signs of clubroot. These inspections, carried out under Alberta’s Agricultural Pest Act, play a crucial role in managing this serious threat to canola producers. What is Clubroot? Clubroot is a soil borne Read More...
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Every year, leafy spurge claims more land, creeping in quietly and establishing itself with alarming resilience. Can you recognize this infamous invader? With its small yellow-green flowers and smooth stems that exude a milky latex when broken, leafy spurge might look harmless at first glance. But Read More...
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Have you spotted this notorious invader creeping into your pastures, along stream banks, or in disturbed sites? Common tansy, originally brought to North America for ornamental use and herbal purposes, may look harmless with its vibrant, sunshine-yellow flowers and tall, lanky stems reaching up to Read More...
Friday, July 25, 2025
The Rocky View County 2025 Master Farm Family Award recipient is Twin Lakes Ranch Ltd., a multigenerational cattle operation located east of Balzac. The award was announced by Councillor Greg Boehlke, Chair of the Agricultural Service Board, during the County’s Annual Agricultural Tour.The 2025 Read More...
Friday, July 25, 2025
The Rocky View County 2025 Master Farm Family Award recipient is Twin Lakes Ranch Ltd., a multigenerational cattle operation located east of Balzac. The award was announced by Councillor Greg Boehlke, Chair of the Agricultural Service Board, during the County’s Annual Agricultural Tour.The 2025 Read More...
Thursday, July 24, 2025
Rocky View County is proud to announce that it has reached a significant milestone in its decades-long partnership with STARS Air Ambulance, surpassing $1 million in cumulative support. This achievement further solidifies the County’s role as a leader among municipalities in supporting STARS’ Read More...
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Rocky View County Council has approved a new framework to guide and regulate the extraction of aggregate resources, following public engagement and review by a stakeholder advisory committee. The aggregate industry plays a vital role in supporting infrastructure and development within the region. Read More...
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Have you come across the infamous black henbane? It’s easy to spot with its tough stalks that can grow up to a meter tall and its vile smell, which earns it the nickname stinking nightshade. Its unsightly pale-yellow flowers with dark purple veins only add to its alarming appearance, making it stand Read More...
Monday, July 14, 2025
On July 8, 2025, Rocky View County Council has approved Bylaw C-8640-2025, establishing a comprehensive new framework for vacation rentals within the County. The bylaw introduces clear, enforceable standards aimed at balancing tourism and economic opportunities with the need to preserve the quality Read More...
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