News Releases

City Of Fort Saskatchewan Issues Fire Advisory

The City of Fort Saskatchewan has issued a fire advisory due to the prolonged dry weather conditions. Residents are urged to exercise caution and adhere to safe fire practices as the risk of grass fires and wildfires increases.

Under this advisory, the following guidelines are in effect:

• No Open Burning: No open burning is allowed under current conditions, and no new open burn permits will be issued until further notice.
• Approved Fire Pits: Residents may ONLY use backyard fire pits meeting Fire...

Count Yourself In! City Census starts April 1

Important Aquatics Question included in the 2024 Census

Starting April 1, City residents are asked to go online and complete the City Census for 2024. By the end of March, each household will receive their unique access code on a bright green Census letter that will be delivered to the door. This code can be entered at fortsask.ca/census for one response per household.

“We do the Census annually since we continue to be one of the fastest growing communities in Alberta. Current data on our...

City Mourns the Loss of Distinguished Leader and Community Servant, Stewart Hennig

It is with profound sadness that the City of Fort Saskatchewan announces the passing of Stewart "Stew" Hennig, a respected former City Councillor, dedicated community servant, and cherished member of the Fort Saskatchewan community. Stew passed away on March 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Stewart Hennig's lifelong dedication to public service and community betterment is evident through his extensive involvement in various capacities including, but not limited to, his roles as a City...

Tourism Hosting Grant Awarded to the Wild Rose Old Tyme Fiddlers Association

The Wild Rose Old Tyme Fiddlers Association has been awarded $3,500 by the City’s Tourism Hosting Grant. They will be hosting the 2024 Grand North American Old Time Fiddle Championships from July 18 to 21, 2024, at the Shell Theatre. This fiddle contest expects to attract an audience of 400 to 500 people over the weekend, with competitors coming from across Canada and the USA.

The Fort Saskatchewan Tourism Hosting Grant program is currently open for applications. Eligible events must promote the...

Announcing the Industrial Supply Chain Forum

A Premier Industrial Networking Event

The City of Fort Saskatchewan, in collaboration with Strathcona County and Sturgeon County, is thrilled to announce the Industrial Supply Chain Forum, scheduled to take place on April 3, 2024. This event will be hosted at the Shell Theatre in the Dow Centennial Centre, offering an invaluable platform for contractors, service or goods providers, and tradespersons to directly engage with representatives from major industrial companies with facilities in the...