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County News & Notices
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The Minister’s Special Licence is not separately available for purchase. It is included only in one 2026 Adventure Pack and is subject to all applicable restrictions, terms, conditions, Minister’s requirements, and Alberta hunting rules.
Mackenzie County Newsroom
Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
News | March 16, 2022 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on April 6, 2022. If you are negatively affected by these decisions, you can submit an appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board in writing, containing a statement of the grounds of appeal, in person or by mail. The appeal fee is $290 and must be included with the appeal. You have 21 days from this notice to submit an appeal, which is April 5, 2022. Appeals must be submit
Mar 16, 2022
Viability Assessment
News | March 11, 2022 This assessment was prepared by Municipal Affairs and concerns the Mackenzie Region Municipal Restructuring Project. The report is available to download. Download Document
Mar 11, 2022
2021 Off-Site Levy Report
News| March 10, 2022 Off-Site Levies Fees are established by Council to recoup costs of infrastructure upgrades or improvements as a method of subsidizing those costs for future development. Without Off-Site Levies, the full burden of the infrastructure improvements would fall on the developer when they trigger such improvements. Mackenzie County currently has eleven (11) off-site levy bylaws in place including one (1) transportation levy in rural La Crete, one (1) general in
Mar 10, 2022
Notice of Public Hearing - Proposed Bylaw No.1253-22
News | March 9, 2022 Pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, being Chapter M-26 of the Statutes of Alberta, notice is hereby given that the Council of Mackenzie County will hold a public hearing prior to the second reading of Bylaw 1253-22. The proposed bylaw is to amend the land use zoning of the following property described as Part of NE 17-105-14-W5M, within Mackenzie County, to accommodate the Manufacturing, Minor use. The property is currently zoned as Agricultural “
Mar 9, 2022
Tax Notification Auction (Update)
News | March 7, 2022 The Tax Recovery Auction date is adjourned to April 12, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, located at 4511 46 Avenue, Fort Vermilion, Alberta. Printable Document The Tax Recovery Auction follows the Reserve Bid and Conditions of Sale Policy Download Policy FIN017 Properties still up for auction are: Rural/Hamlet | Legal Desc. | LINC | C. of T. | Address | Reserve Bid E. of La Crete | SE 7-106-14-W5 | 0020817409 | 972114046 | 106134 | RGE RD 145 |
Mar 7, 2022
Bursary Applications
News | March 2, 2022 Now accepting bursary applications towards tuition at a post-secondary or trade educational institution. Bursaries are available to first time university/college students within two years from their public school graduation date (the public school must be within the Mackenzie Region). Students returning to their second to fourth year of studies may also apply to receive a bursary. Mature students may also be considered at the discretion of Council. The st
Mar 2, 2022
Tax Notification Auction
News | February 8, 2022 Notice is hereby given that, under the provisions of the Municipal Government Act, Mackenzie County will offer for sale by public auction, in the Council Chambers, located at 4511 46 Avenue, Fort Vermilion, Alberta, on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at 1:00 p.m., the following lands: Printable Document NOTE: Some properties may be removed prior to auction, due to payments/agreements. Legal Desc. LINC C. of T. Address NW 1-110-18-W5 0018976704 132056545
Feb 8, 2022
Sportfishing Regulations / Changes
News | January 12, 2022 Alberta Environment & Parks has shared the information on their website that pertains to sportfishing at Wadlin Lake and Talbot Lake. From Alberta Environment & Parks: We are gathering input on proposed changes to improve conservation and management of fish populations in order to create better sportfishing opportunities in Alberta. Your feedback will help inform ongoing work to develop the 2022-23 Alberta Sportfishing Regulations. Topics of discussion
Jan 12, 2022
Alberta’s Rural Municipalities: Unique Size, Unique Responsibilities
News | December 9, 2021 Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA), Manager of Policy & Advocacy, has shared the following information: RMA is Raising the Profile of Rural Read RMA’s newly-released report highlighting the unique characteristics and important role of Alberta’s rural municipalities. Rural municipalities are crucially important to Alberta’s economic development and provide vital infrastructure and services to those living outside urban areas. In Alberta, rural munic
Dec 9, 2021
Waste Transfer Station Holiday Hours
News | December 8, 2021 Please note the schedule for all Waste Transfer Stations within Mackenzie County during the Christmas season and the first week of the New Year. All Waste Transfer Stations are CLOSED on December 25, 2021 and January 1, 2022. Fort Vermilion Waste Transfer Station Hours: Tuesday, December 28, 2021 - OPEN Regular Hours Tuesday, January 4, 2022 - OPEN Regular Hours Thursday, January 6, 2022 - OPEN Regular Hours La Crete Waste Transfer Station Hours: Mo
Dec 8, 2021
Rural Alberta Internet Connection
News | November 29, 2021 As a member of Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA), Mackenzie County is assisting RMA with a message to our Ratepayers concerning high-speed internet in rural Alberta. RMA have teamed up with the CIRA (Canadian Internet Registration Authority) to collect real-world internet speed data from rural Alberta. The data collected will tell the government and other decision-makers what internet service is actually like for rural Albertans. Visit the RMA web
Nov 29, 2021
Property Assessment Inspections
News | November 18, 2021 Compass Assessment Consultants Inc. will be in the area during the week of November 21st. Assessors will be visiting properties with known changes or permits County wide. During their inspections, assessors will maintain physical distancing and will wear masks while indoors. For more information, please contact: Compass Assessment Consultants Inc. Aaron Steblyk - Assessor Email: aaron.steblyk@compassassessment.com Phone: 1.800.251.9711
Nov 18, 2021
National Public Alerting System "Alert Ready"
News | November 16, 2021 Alberta Emergency Management Agency has shared the following information: National Public Alerting System Testing Federal, provincial, and territorial governments, in collaboration with industry partners, launched the National Public Alerting System (NPAS) in 2018, known as the “Alert Ready” system. On November 17 at 1:55 p.m., the NPAS will be tested, sending alerts across TV, radio, wireless, websites, social media, the Alberta Emergency Alert (AEA)
Nov 16, 2021
Waste Transfer Station Holiday Hours (Update)
News | November 8, 2021 In observance of Remembrance Day, the Waste Transfer Stations in Blue Hills, Buffalo Head Prairie, Fort Vermilion and La Crete will be closed on Thursday, November 11, 2021. Most will open on Friday, November 12, 2021. La Crete WTS will be closed on Friday, open on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. Blue Hills Waste Transfer Station:Friday, November 12 – OPEN – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Buffalo Head Prairie Waste Transfer Station:Friday, November 12 – OPEN – 4
Nov 8, 2021
Waste Transfer Station Holiday Hours
News | November 1, 2021 In observance of Remembrance Day, the Waste Transfer Stations in Blue Hills, Buffalo Head Prairie, Fort Vermilion and La Crete will be closed on Thursday, November 11, 2021. They will open on Friday, November 12, 2021. Blue Hills Waste Transfer Station:Friday, November 12 - OPEN - 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Buffalo Head Prairie Waste Transfer Station:Friday, November 12 - OPEN - 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Fort Vermilion Waste Transfer Station:Friday, November
Nov 1, 2021
Extension for Board and Committee Positions
News | October 28, 2021 Mackenzie County is seeking applications for the following Member-at Large positions: MACKENZIE LIBRARY BOARD (1 POSITION, High Level Rural) STREETSCAPE IMPLEMENTATION COMMITTEE (7-9 POSITIONS, Fort Vermilion) STREETSCAPE IMPLEMENTATION COMMITTEE (7-9 POSITIONS, La Crete) For more information on these positions and to apply, visit the Boards and Committees page or any County Office. The deadline for applications is November 8, 2021 at 12:00 pm. For mor
Oct 28, 2021
Public Notice: Installation of Communications Tower
News | October 27, 2021 Please note that the installation of a new communications tower at the location of the La Crete Water Treatment Plant (9507-94 Avenue) will be taking place on Thursday, October 28, and Friday, October 29. The public is advised that this installation may affect traffic access to the truck fill pumps at times. Remember to use caution and follow all signage. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you.
Oct 27, 2021
Swearing in of New Council
News | October 27, 2021 At the Organizational Meeting on October 26, 2021, Mackenzie County Council was sworn in and elected their Reeve and Deputy Reeve. Councillor Josh Knelsen continues his role as Reeve and Councillor Walter Sarapuk will also continue his role as Deputy Reeve. (Missing from photo is Councillor Ernest Peters). https://mackenziecounty.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Council-300x200.jpg https://mackenziecounty.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Reeve-2-300x200.jp
Oct 27, 2021
Official 2021 Municipal Election Results
News | October 22, 2021 Contact: Carrie Simpson, Returning Officer, (780) 927-3718 The following are the official election results for the 2021 municipal election. Ward Location Candidate Number of Votes Status 1 Tompkins Landing/Blue Hills Josh Knelsen Acclaimed (Incumbent) 2 Buffalo Head/West La Crete Darrell Derksen Acclaimed (New) 3 La Crete Peter F. Braun 351 Elected (Incumbent) 3 La Crete Ron Dyck 75 4 La Crete/La Crete Rural/Hwy 88 Connector David (Duffy) Driedger Accl
Oct 22, 2021
Discretionary Use Development Permit Decisions
News | October 20, 2021 The development permits listed will come into effect on November 10, 2021. If you are negatively affected by these decisions, you can submit an appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board in writing, containing a statement of the grounds of appeal, in person or by mail. The appeal fee is $290 and must be included with the appeal. You have 21 days from this notice to submit an appeal, which is November 9, 2021. Appeals must be submitted to: M
Oct 20, 2021
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