Public Hearings | City of Fort Saskatchewan

The City of Fort Saskatchewan is a beautiful place, full of character, community, and history. As we grow, we want to ensure that new buildings, neighbourhoods, and businesses reflect what makes our city special, while meeting the needs of the future.

To support thoughtful development, City Council holds Public Hearings to gather community input on proposed land use changes, including redistricting applications. All property owners have the right to apply for zoning changes, and anyone who may be affected is encouraged to share their feedback. Public Hearings are a key part of the planning process, helping ensure decisions reflect the needs and values of our community.

If you have questions about an application, please contact Planning & Development Services.

Public Hearing Participation

Participation is available in-person or virtually by electronic means (via Webex)
Individuals interested in participating in the Public Hearing by Electronic Means (Webex) must register in advance by 12:00 noon the business day before the Public Hearing. Email the Clerk at legislativeservices@fortsask.ca to register.
Individuals attending in-person are encouraged to register in advance, but not required. Email legislativeservices@fortsask.ca to register in advance.

Written Submissions:

Individuals who do not want to speak during the meeting, or who are unable to attend, can submit a written submission for the Public Hearing. Submit written feedback in writing to the Clerk at legislativeservices@fortsask.ca by 12:00 noon the business day before the Public Hearing.
Written submissions will become part of the public record and will be included in the meeting agenda package published on the City Website for public viewing.

The personal information collected and used under the authority of Section 4(c) of the Protection of Privacy Act is for the purpose of managing and administering public hearings, public presentations, delegations, and open house presentations. If you have questions about the collection, contact the Access to Information Coordinator for the City of Fort Saskatchewan at 780-992-6200 or email legislativeservices@fortsask.ca.

In accordance with Meeting Procedures Bylaw C8-25, individuals speaking at a public hearing will be asked by the Chair to state their name for the public record. Anyone who does not identify themselves, either verbally or by providing their name in writing, will not be permitted to speak.

Current applications

Land Use Bylaw Amendment (Bylaw C20-26)

The City of Fort Saskatchewan Council will be holding a public hearing on a proposed Land Use Bylaw Amendment to amend the C5 – Fort Mall Redevelopment District.

The C5 District is a special district that provides development regulations for the redevelopment of the Fort Station Mall Site, which is located in the Downtown neighbourhood, west of 108 Street, north of 98 Avenue, and south of 99 Avenue, as shown on the Location Map (Attachment A).

Details of the Proposal:

Amend the C5 – District to add “Education (Public)” as a Discretionary Use.
Elk Island Public Schools applied to amend the C5 District.
The amendment would enable development of the Heartland Skills and Learning Centre at the Fort Station Mall Site. The proposed location of the skills and learning centre is the former “Jump” location (Attachment A).
The proposed amendment aligns with policies of the Municipal Development Plan and Downtown Area Redevelopment Plan that support a mix of commercial, residential, and institutional uses within the Downtown.

Attachments

Attachment A – Location Map

Attachment B – Downtown Area Redevelopment Plan Map

Attachment C – C5 District (Tracked Changes)

Attachment D – Bylaw C20-26

Land Use Bylaw C23-20

Want more information or have questions? Please contact the Planning and Development Department at 780-992-6198.

Where and When?

Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026. The Public Session will initiate at 10:00 am.
Location: City Hall, Council Chambers, 10005 – 102 Street, Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta

Public Council Meetings are held in person at City Hall and live-streamed on YouTube (youtube.com/CityFortSask).

Participate in the Hearing

To speak at the Public Hearing, please register by emailing legislativeservices@fortsask.ca or calling 780-992-6200 by 12:00 noon on Monday, July 6, 2026. If you wish to participate virtually, please state your preference at the time of registration.
Submitting written feedback: Email legislativeservices@fortsask.ca or mail/drop-off your written feedback at City Hall, 10005 102 Street, Fort Saskatchewan, AB. Attention: Legislative Services by 12:00 noon on Monday, July 6, 2026.
Written submissions will become part of the public record and will be included in the meeting agenda package published on the City Website for public viewing.

Related pages

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