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Honouring Veterans: No Stone Left Alone Ceremony held at the Garden of Peace Cemetery

Thursday, November 6, 2025

 Bishop Grandin StudentsReeve Sunny SamraCouncillor Greg BoehlkeCouncillor Don KochanEach November, Rocky View County joins communities across Canada in honouring the men and women who served our country, ensuring their names, stories, and sacrifices are never forgotten.On Wednesday, November 5, Read More...

The Importance of Forage Testing for Livestock Producers

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Forage testing is a simple yet critical management tool for livestock producers looking to improve herd health, optimize feed efficiency, and enhance economic returns. It involves sending a representative sample of feed (such as hay, silage, or greenfeed) to a laboratory for analysis to determine Read More...

2025 County Organizational Meeting: New Council Sworn In - Reeve and Deputy Reeve Elected

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Rocky View County CouncilBack, left to right: Councillor Don Kochan, Division 2; Councillor Alison Whiting, Division 3; Councillor Greg Boehlke, Division 5; Councillor Kevin Hanson, Division 1Front, left to right: Reeve Sunny Samra, Division 6, Deputy Reeve Samanntha Wright, Division 4, Councillor Read More...

Rocky View County Announces Mr. Brian Henderson as New Chief Operating Officer

Saturday, October 25, 2025

Rocky View County is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Brian Henderson as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective November 24, 2025. Mr. Henderson will provide strategic oversight of the County’s Infrastructure Services Division, leading integrated efforts in infrastructure planning, Read More...

Rocky View County Advance Vote Wraps Up – Residents Vote October 20

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Rocky View County is finalizing preparations for the 2025 Municipal Election, with Election Day taking place Monday, October 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Residents will elect one councillor for each of the County’s seven electoral divisions. School board trustee ballots will also be available for Read More...

Minimizing Food Waste and Getting the Most Out of Your Garden

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Each year at harvest, gardeners are faced with a serious predicament: lots of produce ripens at the same time and there’s not enough time to eat it all fresh. By preserving some of your harvest, you can extend your time to enjoy your garden and reduce the amount of produce that spoils before you get Read More...

Fall Tree Watering

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Fall is a critical period for trees as they prepare for the winter months ahead. As the temperature drops and daylight hours shorten, trees undergo physiological changes to prepare for the colder weather. Adequate water supply during this time is crucial to support the trees' metabolic activities Read More...

National Postal Strike May Cause Service Disruptions

Monday, September 29, 2025

Update: October 20, 2025Mail Service has returned; but there are rotating strikes occuring. For more information visit Canada Post online. _____________________________ Update: September 29, 2025Rocky View County may face disruptions to our usual mail delivery services due to the national strike Read More...

Rocky View County 2025 Election Candidates

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Twenty-one people have declared their candidacy in the upcoming Municipal Election. The list of candidates was official as of noon today. With the nomination period now closed, residents are encouraged to learn more about the candidates running in their electoral division. The County’s elections Read More...

Rocky View County Finalizes Sale of Recreation Centre Property to City of Chestermere

Monday, September 22, 2025

Rocky View County has finalized the sale of its majority interest in the Chestermere Regional Recreation Centre property to the City of Chestermere.The facility, established by the County in the early 1980s, has served residents from both municipalities for over four decades. Built in three phases Read More...

Rocky View County Affirms Commitment to Responsible AI Data Centre Development

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Rocky View County is looking to secure future opportunities for Artificial Intelligence (AI) Data Centre developments that fit within local needs and community goals. To facilitate regional AI projects, the County has established broader growth strategies and regulatory review processes that provide Read More...

Late Summer Flowerer, Early Invader: The Danger of Yellow Toadflax

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...

Canada Thistle: Fight the Root, Not Just the Flower 

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...

Landowners Wanted: National Greening Program Tree Planting

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...

Producers’ Survey: Richardson’s Ground Squirrel Impacts

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...

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