Category: Uncategorized

A new online resource to help connect business owners with provincial and federal supports and information during the COVID-19 pandemic is now available on the Athabasca County website. The information will be updated with new information as it is rolled out by the provincial and federal governments so check back often to find updates.  …

Athabasca County continues to monitor for changes and recommendations to increase public safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result the following playgrounds are being closed in Athabasca County: Jackfish Lake Campground Blue Heron Estates Golding Nodding Acres Century Estates Baptiste Lake Campground Hope Lake Campground Forfar Recreational Park Island Lake Campground These play structures…

Preparing for the spring melt begins with checking culverts The Athabasca County Conversation is a bi-weekly radio update that airs on BOOM 94.1. If you missed it on the radio you can listen to it here. This week’s segment talks about preparations underway for the spring melt and some ways residents can help. 

Do you know an outstanding farm family deserving of recognition for agricultural and community involvement? If so, recognize this deserving family by submitting a nomination explaining their accomplishments. Farm Family Awards honour those who best exemplify the value of the family farm to rural communities and society by being leaders in the industry. All submissions…

The Athabasca County Conversation is a bi-weekly radio update that airs on BOOM 94.1. If you missed it on the radio you can listen to it here. This week’s segment offers information about checking winter burn sites in preparation for spring. It’s part of regular fire prevention measures undertaken by the County each year. …

County Council Highlights from the January 30, 2020 Regular Council Meeting are now available for review. Athabasca County Council meets twice monthly to discuss municipal business. Just click on the image below to view highlights from the meeting. VIEW AGENDA    

For the week of January 29, 2020      Discretionary Use:   D19-087 55 Stall Recreational Vehicle Park with 1 Group Stall allowing 3 Recreational Vehicles SW 11-67-22-W4 (Division 9) Decision Date: January 28, 2020   D19-132 2.59m x 2.24m Shed, 3.06m x 4.92m Shed, 11.04m x 8.60m Single Family Dwelling with 10.53m x 12.79m (2.56m…

County Council Highlights from the January 14, 2020 Regular Council Meeting are now available for review. Athabasca County Council meets twice monthly to discuss municipal business. Just click on the image below to view highlights from the meeting. VIEW AGENDA  

Athabasca County is welcoming applications from interested community members to serve as a ‘Member At Large’ on the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) board. • The position is for a 2-year term, ending December 31, 2021. • The Board has 8 scheduled morning meetings per year, with several days’ notice given. • Applicants must…

County Council Highlights from the December 10, 2019 Regular Council Meeting are now available for review. Athabasca County Council meets twice monthly to discuss municipal business. Just click on the image below to view highlights from the meeting.   VIEW AGENDA