News Releases

Celebrate Alberta Day in Fort Saskatchewan - Saturday, August 31, 2024

Get ready to experience the best of Fort Saskatchewan as we come together to celebrate Alberta Day on Saturday, August 31, 2024. This in-person celebration, hosted at the Fort Heritage Precinct, promises a day filled with excitement, culture, and community spirit. The event will run from Noon to 4:00 pm and is open to everyone free of charge.

Main Event: Celebrate Everything Alberta

The heart of the celebration is a vibrant showcase of all things Alberta. Attendees can immerse themselves in local...

Fort Saskatchewan Celebrates the Success of the Roots of Empathy Program

As the school year just ended, the City of Fort Saskatchewan Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) extends its heartfelt gratitude to the families who volunteered their time and allowed their babies to participate in the Roots of Empathy (ROE) Program. Their contributions have provided real-life experiences that textbooks cannot replicate.

Fort Saskatchewan is proud to celebrate the success of the Roots of Empathy program, which has significantly impacted our students and community....

Swim to Survive: Harbour Pool Hosts National Drowning Prevention Week Events

Harbour Pool is proud to announce its participation in Drowning Prevention Week from July 21 to July 27, 2024, coinciding with World Drowning Prevention Day on July 25. These events are part of a global initiative to address drowning, a significant but preventable cause of death worldwide.

World Drowning Prevention Day, established by a United Nations resolution, highlights alarming statistics about drowning. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), drowning claims an estimated 236,000...

Fort Saskatchewan City Council Approves Urban Forest Protection and Enhancement Plan

Last May, the Fort Saskatchewan City Council unanimously passed the Urban Forest Protection and Enhancement Plan. This strategic initiative is designed to enhance the city's green spaces through the protection, replacement, and expansion of tree assets, reflecting the community's commitment to environmental stewardship and urban beautification.

The Plan provides a comprehensive framework including visions, goals, and an implementation strategy that will guide the city’s management of urban...

Fort Saskatchewan Council Approves Design Phase For New Aquatics Facility At Dow Centennial Centre

Following a favourable vote by the community and subsequent approval by City Council, the City of Fort Saskatchewan is set to start the design of a new aquatics facility located at the Dow Centennial Centre. With 69.7% of households who responded to the census question expressing their support, this project promises to bolster the local recreational landscape.

Initial Steps

The next step involves preparing and approving a $5.4 million borrowing bylaw, targeted for the August 27 Council meeting....