Articles for category Media Releases
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Did you know that any white daisy you see in Alberta is not a native plant species? While some varieties are available in stores for gardening, it’s important to be cautious about what you plant. Two highly invasive species – Oxeye daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare) and Scentless chamomile Read More...
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Summer is here! The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the grass is growing. But with the grass, comes the weeds and the pests. Every year, Rocky View County hires seasonal staff to help in the battle against pests and invasive weeds species.Weed Inspections Across the CountyWeed inspectors Read More...
Sunday, June 22, 2025
With fewer control options available, farmers, ranchers, acreage owners, and land stewards, are turning to natural and environmental methods to manage gophers. Encouraging predators like owls, hawks, and foxes, improving pasture health through rotational grazing, and reducing overgrown areas can all Read More...
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Alberta is constantly under the threat of Dutch Elm Disease (DED) pressing its borders from two sides, Saskatchewan and Montana. DED has killed millions of elms throughout North America since 1930, when it was first introduced by infected wood from Europe. The Society to Prevent Dutch Elm Disease Read More...
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Get ready for a fun-filled, informative day celebrating agriculture right in our own backyard Thursday, July 24 !Hop on board for a day-long bus tour through the scenic southwest area of Rocky View County, including the history-rich community of Springbank and the picturesque ranches in Jumping Read More...
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Do you love the bright yellow flowers that bloom in wetlands? While yellow flag iris may seem like a beautiful addition to the landscape, beneath the surface, this plant is silently waging war against the native species that call wetlands home. Designated as prohibited noxious under the Weed Control Read More...
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
From June 15 to 17, 2025, G7 leaders will gather in Kananaskis, Alberta, as Canada assumes the G7 presidency.Although Rocky View County is not a designated location for activities related to the G7 Leaders’ Summit, our residents may be interested in the event and its impacts, given our proximity to Read More...
Friday, June 6, 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...
Monday, June 2, 2025
Have you heard of field scabious? Maybe you know it better by its other name: Pincushion flower. Despite its name and attractive purple flowers, this plant hides a dangerous secret. Field scabious (Knautia arvensis) is an aggressive invader that poses a serious threat especially to the north-western Read More...
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
As part of the County's annual weed control program, crews will be spraying invasive weeds in Division 5 this year. Roadsides in each division are treated on a three-year rotation, with spot treatments occurring in other areas as needed. Weed spraying is one component of an Integrated Pest Read More...
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Originating from eastern Europe and Asia, Kochia was brought to North America in the 1800’s as an ornamental garden plant. Often called a tumbleweed in the winter as it blows across harvested fields. Characteristics include dense hairy, club-shaped leaves, Although Kochia is not a regulated species Read More...
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Rocky View County has proclaimed May 19 to 25, 2025 as: Community Disability Services Professional Appreciation Week to recognize the work of the more than 15,000 disability services workers in Alberta who are valued for the positive impact their work has on the lives of people with disabilities and Read More...
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Establishing trees in southern Alberta is no easy feat—harsh winds, poor soil, and dry conditions demand smart planning and tough plant choices. Learn how proper tree and shrub selection, wind-resistant designs, and key techniques like mulching can dramatically boost survival and growth in these Read More...
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Did you know Rocky View County has a trap rental program through Agricultural and Environmental Services? Several different types of traps are available to residents for a two-week period to safely trap and remove unwanted animal pests on your county property. All traps are live capture, and it is Read More...
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
As the snow melts and spring creeps in, it’s tempting to grab your rake and start cleaning up the yard. But holding off just a little longer can make a big difference for pollinators and other beneficial creatures. Meet the Native Bees Native bees are often more effective pollinators than honeybees, Read More...
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