News Releases

Council Approves 5.40% Municipal Property Tax Increase for 2025

City Council passed the 2025 Property Tax Bylaw at the May 13 regular Council meeting. The bylaw is based on the City’s approved 2025 operating budget of $100.2 million and a capital budget of $14.2 million.

With this approval, the average residential property—assessed at $449,205—will see an estimated 5.40% increase in the municipal portion of property taxes. That works out to about $124.69 more per year compared to 2024. When you factor in the Provincial Education Tax and the Heartland Housing...

Fort Saskatchewan Residents Invited to Help Choose New Playground Design for Pryce Alderson Park

The City of Fort Saskatchewan is inviting residents to help shape the future of Pryce Alderson Park by voting on the playground’s replacement design. The update comes as the existing equipment has reached the end of its lifecycle and is due for replacement.

On Friday, May 23, residents are encouraged to drop by Pryce Alderson Park (617 Westpark Drive) between 11:00 am and 5:00 pm to view the proposed playground designs and cast their vote. The designs will be displayed on large boards at a temporary...

Fort Saskatchewan Launches Green Organic Cart Waste Education & Audit Program

The City of Fort Saskatchewan is launching the 2025 curbside waste education & audit program starting May 12, with a focus on green organic carts. The program runs throughout the spring and summer.

As part of the initiative, Waste Educators will be conducting quick visual inspections of green organic carts on collection days. Heavily contaminated carts will be rejected or subjected to a fine as per the Waste Bylaw (C16 -18).

“Our team is identifying common sorting errors, addressing intentional misuse...

Harbour Pool Continues Water Safety Efforts with Lifejacket Loaner Station

The City of Fort Saskatchewan, in partnership with the Lifesaving Society, is proud to continue its commitment to water safety with the return of the Lifejacket Loaner Station at Harbour Pool. This initiative, part of the Lifesaving Society’s WaterSmart® program, supports drowning prevention and encourages safe water practices throughout the community.

Background

With the North Saskatchewan River running through the heart of Fort Saskatchewan and access to countless lakes across the province,...

Fort Saskatchewan Fire Department and IAFF Local 5277 Honoured for Fundraising Excellence

Recognized by Muscular Dystrophy Canada for largest year-over-year fundraising increase

The Fort Saskatchewan Fire Department and IAFF Local 5277 have been nationally recognized for their outstanding fundraising efforts in support of Muscular Dystrophy Canada.

Together, the department and IAFF Local 5277 earned the award for achieving the largest year-over-year increase in funds raised among participating fire services across Canada. Two members will attend the Muscular Dystrophy Canada...