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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...

Springbank residents will have a bigger waste and recycling site soon 

Thursday, March 27, 2025

As of April 30, the Springbank Recycling Depot is moving down the road to a larger location, 32190 Twp Rd 245 (see map), which is the west portion of the Springbank Dog Park.  This new site will now accommodate trailers and offer expanded seasonal grass, leaves, and branch collection programs.   The Read More...

Council Decisions: March 25, 2025

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the March 25, 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...

Prairie Economic Gateway advances with important next steps

Monday, March 24, 2025

The Prairie Economic Gateway initiative continues to gain momentum as The City of Calgary and Rocky View County take critical steps toward making the vision a reality. Following the approval of a historic agreement in February, the municipalities have initiated discussions with the provincial and 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...

Special Council Meeting, April 23, 2025

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

In accordance with section 194(1)(a) of the Municipal Government Act and section 20 of the Procedure Bylaw C-8277-2022, the Reeve may call a special Council meeting whenever the official considers it appropriate to do so. This serves as notice to Council under section 194(3) of the Municipal Read More...

Madden Fire Station Open House April 3, 2025

Monday, March 17, 2025

Rocky View County is investing in a replacement fire station for the Madden area, replacing the outdated facility that no longer meets current safety, training, and operational needs. In 2024, County Council committed funding for the build, and plans are now underway to finalize station details and Read More...

Rocky View County and Cochrane advance recreation service review with YMCA Calgary

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Rocky View County and the Town of Cochrane are moving forward in their joint effort to enhance recreation service delivery for residents. After issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) earlier this year, the municipalities have selected YMCA Calgary as the preferred proponent to explore future Read More...

Council Decisions: March 4, 2025

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the March 4, 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...

Propane Leak on Hwy 1A

Friday, February 28, 2025

Update #4 – 8:30 AMThe controlled flaring operations conducted in response to the propane leak incident were successfully completed as of 7:00 a.m. All safety checks have been completed, and affected residents were cleared to return home as of 9:30 p.m. last night.Highway 1A has fully opened in both 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...

Fire North of Bragg Creek: Response Underway

Friday, February 21, 2025

Update #2: 9:40 p.m. – Crews remain on scene, closely monitoring the wildfire on Tsuu T'ina lands north of the Hamlet of Bragg Creek. The fire is currently contained, meaning crews have successfully limited its spread. There is no immediate threat to structures or residents, and no evacuations are Read More...

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