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Springbank Area Structure Plan Approved - Sustainable Path, Thoughtful Growth 

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Rocky View County Council has officially adopted the new Springbank Area Structure Plan (ASP), marking a significant milestone in the region's development. The plan, approved on March 25, 2025, consolidates the previous Moddle, North Springbank, and Central Springbank ASPs land use strategies into a Read More...

Council Decisions: April 8, 2025

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the April 8, 2025 Council Meeting. This is a general overview of decisions only. Details of the agenda items can be found in the meeting’s agenda and details on the specifics of the decisions can be found in the minutes of this Read More...

Future Opportunities in Bragg Creek ahead with an update to the Area Structure Plan

Monday, April 7, 2025

Bragg Creek is a small hamlet community in Rocky View County. It is a tourist hot spot and home to over 400 residents. The County is currently reviewing the Bragg Creek Area Structure Plan to shape the future of the hamlet and its surrounding community and invites the community to participate in Read More...

Ag Workshops to Expand Your Knowledge

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Each year, our Agriculture Services Team organizes a variety of workshops designed to provide valuable information to our community. Whether you're interested in gardening tips or learning how to maintain your septic system, there's something for everyone. Below is a list of upcoming workshops, with Read More...

The Great Twine Round-Up continues in Alberta, with $9,000 in cash prizes still to be won for 4-H clubs and ag charities!

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Cleanfarms, through the ‘Alberta Ag-Plastic. Recycle-It!’ pilot program, is hosting ‘The Great Twine Round-Up’, a province-wide twine collection contest with a total of $12,000 in cash prizes for the winners’ 4-H club or an Alberta-based agricultural charity of choice.The first of four $3,000 cash Read More...

Alberta Open Farm Days is Seeking Farm Hosts for It’s 13th Annual Event

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Alberta Open Farm Days is a collaborative, province-wide, two-day event that gives Albertans the opportunity to experience farm life and understand where their food comes from. It is a backstage pass to meet local farmers, experience ag-tourism in Alberta and taste fresh, locally produced foods Read More...

Timing Imperative for Adequate Richardson Ground Squirrel (Gopher) Control

Monday, March 24, 2025

Richardson ground squirrels (RGS’s) commonly known as “gophers” usually emerge from hibernation the end of February to mid-March. Males emerge first and the females shortly after in which the breeding season commences. If you’re considering a control program this year, you’ll want to begin right Read More...

Join the Classroom Agriculture Program: A Unique Opportunity to Teach Youth About Agriculture in Alberta

Thursday, February 27, 2025

The Classroom Agriculture Program (CAP) is a well-known and highly respected education program currently reaching over 10,000 grade 4 and 5 Alberta students annually. Since its inception in 1985, CAP has reached more than 600,000 Alberta youth​CAP is about creating a broader understanding of the Read More...

City of Calgary and Rocky View County approve Prairie Economic Gateway Agreement, driving $7 billion in regional growth

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

The City of Calgary and Rocky View County have approved the Prairie Economic Gateway agreement, a historic partnership projected to generate over $7 billion in economic activity and create more than 30,000 jobs across the region over the next 10 to 12 years. This milestone marks a significant step Read More...

Rocky View County Seeks Public Input on Aggregate Resource Management 

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Rocky View County is entering the second phase of public engagement on proposed actions to improve how aggregate resources—such as gravel, crushed stone, and sand—are managed. These materials are essential for roads, buildings, and infrastructure, and their development must be carefully Read More...

Join ALUS Rocky View

Monday, February 3, 2025

The ALUS Rocky View program is accepting applications.The Alternative Land Use Services (ALUS) program is a Rocky View County delivered program, in partnership with ALUS Canada, which aims to improve ecological services such as: clean air, clean water, flood mitigation, climate adaptation, carbon Read More...

Nominations now open for the next Rocky View County Master Farm Family

Tuesday, January 21, 2025

Want to recognize your neighbour, a dedicated community member, or a friend who is an amazing steward of the land or invested in quality food production? Rocky View County residents or businesses can nominate residents for this award. Rocky View’s Master Farm Family Award was founded in 1989 to Read More...

Canada Post Service Disruption

Monday, December 16, 2024

UPDATE AS OF DECEMBER 16, 2024With the announcement from Canada Post that workers are ordered back to work, starting December 17, 2024, we are aware there will be service delays as they handle a backlog of mail and parcels. You can pick up your utility bills at County Hall or sign up online Read More...

Round-Up Your Used Plastic Twine for a Chance to Win 

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

From November 01, 2024, to May 31, 2025, CleanFarms is hosting a contest to help recycle twine! Rocky View County Transfer Sites will be accepting these materials.  Great Twine Round-up – Cleanfarms Bring as much used plastic baler twine you can round-up, to a participating Alberta collection site Read More...

Strategizing Success for your Family Farm’s Succession Planning - Nov. 21

Monday, November 4, 2024

Mark your calendar to join Annessa Good-Hassard from Peak Heritage Consulting Ltd as she shares information on farm succession planning and the impacts for future generations.  November 21, 2024, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Madden Community Center (RR 30, Madden, AB) $35.00 per person (beef dinner and Read More...

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