Articles for category Council
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Reeve Crystal Kissel and Deputy Reeve Don Kochan recently attended the Grand Opening of Westbrook School’s newly installed playground, a project made possible through strong local partnerships and community support.The Friends of Westbrook School Society, a parent-run volunteer group, worked Read More...
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the September 9, 2025 Special Council Meeting. This is a general overview of the meeting. Details of the agenda, specifics of the meeting, any decisions, and minutes can be found on the Meetings & Hearings page. Additional Read More...
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Rocky View County Council has officially proclaimed September 15 to 21, 2025, as Rail Safety Week.Each year, Rail Safety Week is recognized across Canada to raise awareness about the importance of staying safe near railways and to reduce avoidable accidents, injuries, and fatalities. In 2024, there Read More...
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the September 2, 2025 Council Meeting. This is a general overview of decisions. Details of the agenda, specifics of the meeting, any decisions, and minutes can be found on the Meetings & Hearings page. Additional information is also Read More...
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Have you ever admired yellow toadflax? Starting in August, its butter-yellow, two-toned flowers bloom in clusters, creating a vibrant landscape that catches the eye. These bright, cheerful blooms can often be mistaken for the native Golden bean (Thermopsis rhombifolia), which also has similar yellow Read More...
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...
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