Month: December 2024

Permitted   D24-167 16′ x 32′ (13′ high) dwelling with 10′ x 16′ & 8′ x 16′ lofts (as-built) and 12′ x 24′ deck P1320003; B1; L3 within NE 35-69-17-W4 (Div. 6) Decision Date: December 24, 2024   Anyone claiming to be affected by the approval may submit an appeal within 21 days from the…

Thinking about running in the upcoming Municipal Election? Here are some things to consider: Under the MGA, elected officials have the duty to: • Participate in council meetings, committee meetings, and meetings of other bodies you are appointed to by Council. • Participate in developing & evaluating the policies and programs of the municipality. •…

The Athabasca County Administration Office, Public Works, and Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) will be closed on: Tuesday, December 24th, 2024 –  Closed for the day at 1 pm; Wednesday, December 25th, 2024; Thursday, December 26th, 2024; Friday, December 27th, 2024, and; Wednesday, January 1st, 2025. Athabasca County wishes you a safe and happy…

Seasonal Camping Applications open on Thursday January 2nd, 2025. Applications will be accepted for Seasonal Campsites at Forfar Recreation Park and Hope Lake Campgrounds. The camping season runs from approximately mid-May to mid-September, weather dependent. Application deadline is January 31st, 2025. For application form and more information, please visit the attached link.

Athabasca County has received the following notice from Alberta Health Services: There will be no physician on site in the emergency department (ED) at the Boyle Healthcare Centre from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, December 19. Patients who present to the ED during this time will be triaged and assessed by registered nurses and…

Athabasca County strives to respond to fire permit requests within five business days. Due to the Holiday office closure next week (December 25th-27th) and the influx of current requests, we can not guarantee that all requests will be approved before December 25th. If you wish to have a fire permit by next week, please submit…

Permitted   D24-162 21′ x 27′ (12′ high) workshop, 16′ x 16′ (10′ high) woodshed, 24′ x 48′ (15′ high) quonset, 19′ x 21′ (12′ high) barn, 24′ x 32′ (11′ high) open front shed (all as-built), and a 1584 sq ft (15′ 9 3/4″ high) 2025 manufactured home P1525385; B1; L1 within SE 6-68-21-W4…

Nominations are now open for the 2025 Celebrating Rural Women’s Conference for the Pioneer Farm Women and Modern Farm Women Awards. Do you know a woman who has worked unselfishly to make exceptional contributions to build a successful family farm? The Pioneer Farm Woman has participated and adapted to changes in farm practices over the…

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Athabasca County is hiring casual drivers to join our Community Transportation Services team! This rewarding role involves providing safe and reliable transportation for seniors, individuals with physical limitations, and community groups within Athabasca County, the Town of Athabasca, and the Village of Boyle. For more…

Save the date! The 2025 Athabasca County Tree Seedling sale will be live on January 8th, 2025! The online purchase program is currently being updated and a link and a list of available seedlings will be posted before the pre-order date. Seedlings are available in May 2025. More information coming soon.