News Releases

Fort Saskatchewan Enhances Transit Service with Launch of New Route 600 and Local Route Changes

Fort Saskatchewan is gearing up to enhance its transit service starting July 2, 2024, with the launch of the new Route 600 and changes to the local routes. The new commuter route will connect Fort Saskatchewan with Sherwood Park and onward to Edmonton, offering improved commuter transit options and enhancing regional connectivity. The local routes, renumbered to Routes 610 and 611, have also been adjusted to improve reliability and allow connections to the new commuter route.

"We're excited...

Fort Saskatchewan – The Best Way to ‘Canada Day’

After the success of last year's Canada Day celebration, the City of Fort Saskatchewan is excited to host an even bigger event in 2024. Here are some of the great activities lined up for the day.

Canada Day Pancake Breakfast sponsored by Dow

• Time: 8:00 am to 10:00 am
• Location: Fort Saskatchewan Legion Parking Lot (9964 93 Avenue)

Start your Canada Day right with a pancake breakfast prepared by The Fort Saskatchewan Fire Department, assisted by our fantastic sponsor, Dow. Donations to the Fire...

2024 Census Shows Support for A New Aquatics Facility in Fort Saskatchewan

The City of Fort Saskatchewan is pleased to announce the successful completion of the 2024 Census, achieving a remarkable 99.7% participation rate. This high level of engagement provides essential data to inform future city initiatives.

Aquatics Facility Survey Results

As part of the 2024 Census, residents were asked to vote on the proposed new aquatics facility. The results are as follows:

• Yes: 6,393
• No: 2,774
• Prefer not to answer: 1,273 

Support for the new aquatics facility stands at 69.7% when excluding...

Legacy Park Family Festival is Back!

Sponsored by Keyera

Don’t miss out on Fort Saskatchewan’s signature summer kick-off event on Saturday, June 1. The Legacy Park Family Festival is back, featuring great food, entertainment, community, service group booths, and many fun activities. Of course, it will also mark the return of our beloved sheep! The festival will run from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. We thank Keyera for their valued partnership that has lasted nearly 30 years.

“We are thrilled to host once again the Legacy Park Family...

City of Fort Saskatchewan and Lifesaving Society Launch Water Safety Initiative

The City of Fort Saskatchewan, in partnership with the Lifesaving Society, is proud to announce the launch of the Lifejacket Loaner Station at Harbour Pool. This initiative is part of the WaterSmart© program and aims to enhance water safety and prevent drowning incidents in the community and across the province.

Background

Located along the scenic North Saskatchewan River, the City of Fort Saskatchewan is a hub for both recreational and commercial boating activities. Proximity to numerous lakes...