Category: Grassroots

Albertans embraced the opportunity to provide valuable in-person and online feedback on the repeal and replacement of the failed 2015 Bill 6. Grassroots conversations, industry meetings, engagement sessions and an online survey were just some of the ways Alberta’s farmers and ranchers gave their input on practical safety rules. “We promised Albertans we would consult…

Donna Young, the lead educator for the Chantra X-ray Centre at the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory in Cambridge, U.S.A, will be giving a presentation in the library on Sept.18th and 19th. Donna is extremely enthusiastic about  her life’s work and gives a passionate address. Be sure to mark it on your calendar. Another exciting coarse that…

K-Line Maintenance & Construction Ltd. will be working at various locations throughout town replacing power poles; most of them are at back lanes. (see map) There will be partial alley closure as the crew are working on the truck from location to location.

By utilizing edible trees and shrubs around Town, accessibility to fresh produce connects the community.   Harvest High River is a partnership between the Town and Wild Rose Food Connections. It was introduced in September 2018, aiming to provide residents with access to fresh produce from the Town’s edible trees and shrubs.  Sarah Bruinsma, the Program…

HIGH RIVER, ALBERTA – High River Town Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Chris Prosser to the position of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Mr. Prosser comes to High River with 23 years of experience in municipal government, with the past 14 years as CAO for the District of Invermere. His commitment to…

The upcoming Autumn session at the Arts Council is looking very eclectic! Beginner level Drawing and Acrylic Landscape Studies will be great for folks wanting to try out something new. Chester Lees returns another unique offering – Way of the Brush ~ Chinese Brush Painting. Learn brushwork techniques that will help any painter progress. Introduction…

This weekend, our officers will be participating in the 2019 Truck Convoy for Special Olympics. Hosted by the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Alberta, this annual event unites Alberta’s transportation industry and the law enforcement community to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics athletes. You’re invited to join us at the Aldersyde Scale…

Alberta Culture Days is an opportunity for Albertans to discover, experience and celebrate arts and culture through local events and activities across the province. This event is part of National Culture Days, which includes more than 800 communities from coast to coast, to increase awareness, accessibility, participation and engagement of Canadians in the arts and…

The Bi- annual Larry Berg Skill Award Competition will be held Saturday September 14th, 2019 at the High River Library at 1:00 pm. There will be two winners of $500 each at this competition. The four 2018 winners were Cade Baldwin & Kristian Berg in September and Eli Baldwin & Rylee Navratil in November. The…

Sidewalk tripping hazards have been identified, and will be repaired this week (weather dependent). NOTE:  There will not be any road closures or traffic disruptions, but sidewalk disruptions may occur. Dust will be at a minimal, but there will be noise associated with this work.

School Zone in Effect Please be aware, that children are back at school in Okotoks. Schools zones are in effect for all school zones in Okotoks.  Speed limits in School Zones in Okotoks are 30 kph from 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on school days.  You are not permitted to pass another vehicle in a school or…

At the August 19 meeting, Council passed first reading of a bylaw that would stop ratepayer funding for the ecovillage portion of the Homestead Project. The bylaw was in response to a petition opposed to the project that administration determined met the Municipal Government Act’s requirements for sufficiency. “While it is disappointing that Council must…

Council approves first heritage designation for Okotoks The Rotary Performing Arts Centre (RPAC) has become the first building in Okotoks to receive heritage designation under Okotoks new Municipal Heritage Designation Program. Council approved the bylaw to designate the former church during its regular meeting August 19. “Recognizing this beloved community landmark as an historical resource…

Three local Foothills businesses have made this year’s list. August 26, 2019 – Avenue Calgary and Edmonton launched the first-ever Made in Alberta Awards in March this year, a joint initiative that celebrates local businesses. More than 200 entries in seven product categories were submitted from across the province in the debut year. The judging…