News Releases

Video Live Streaming Not Available for Council Meeting

Due to technical difficulties, video live streaming will not be available for tonight's Council Meeting.

All council meetings are open to the public and everyone is welcome. Start time is 6 pm in Council Chambers.

Following tonight’s meeting, Council will be on summer break until Tuesday, August 27.

Movie Under the Stars – The Results Are In

The people of Fort Saskatchewan have spoken and this year’s feature film at Movie Under the Stars will be:

Pokémon: Detective Pikachu!

The movie received a total of 253 votes out of the 603 ballots edging out Ralph Breaks the Internet by a mere 16 votes. The other options included the original Super Mario Bros. and Ready Player One.

Join us on Friday, August 16th at 7:30 pm for some video game/Pokémon themed activities. Movie to start at 9:00 pm. Come dressed as your favourite Pokémon for a chance to...

Regional Labour Profile – Alberta’s Industrial Heartland Final Report

July 2, 2019 - Edmonton – A study that considered aggregated labour data and information from employers in Alberta’s Industrial Heartland, Strathcona Industrial Area, and northeast Edmonton, determined that nearly half of the 12,000 jobs were in the chemical manufacturing industry. This statistic, along with other key employment data points, offers valuable insight into the labour market advantages available in the Industrial Heartland Region. Rail transportation, petroleum product manufacturing,...

Harbour Pool Universal Change Room Completed

City Council cut the ribbon for the Harbour Pool Universal Change Room at an official opening ceremony today. Public tours are planned throughout the day as well as some public education on using the new space.

“The City of Fort Saskatchewan always strives to meet the needs of our residents and to provide services that live up to modern standards,” commented Mayor Gale Katchur. “The lack of a universal change room was a challenge for families and patrons with special needs using Harbour Pool,” Katchur...

More people choosing to call Fort Saskatchewan home

2019 Municipal Census shows steady population growth in the City

 The 2019 Municipal Census is now complete, and the population of Fort Saskatchewan is 26,942 – an increase of 2.33% over last year. Of the properties accounted for, 52% submitted their census online.

“I am pleased the City of Fort Saskatchewan continues to be a community of choice for new residents,” said Mayor Gale Katchur, “This growth trend is thanks to our small town feel, high quality of life, and state-of-the-art amenities as...