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)

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

News | October 18, 2021 Contact: Carrie Simpson, Returning Officer, (780) 927-3718 The following are the unofficial election results for the 2021 municipal election. These results remain unofficial until 12 noon on Friday, October 22, 2021. 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 D

News | October 16, 2021 Polling Station Closure - Senate Election and Referendum Vote in Buffalo Head Prairie Please note that due to unforeseen circumstances there will be NO POLLING STATION located at the Buffalo Head Prairie School on Monday, October 18 as previously advertised. Residents in the Buffalo Head Prairie area are asked to cast their ballots for the Senate Election and Referendum Vote at the La Crete Heritage Centre polling station located at 15411 Township Roa

News | October 14, 2021 The Fort Vermilion Rural Truck Fill will be closed from October 25 to November 5 for the installation of pumps. Residents are asked to please use the Fort Vermilion Water Treatment Plant Truck Fill during this time. We thank you for your patience. For more information, please contact the Utilities Department at utilities@mackenziecounty.com or via phone at 780-928-3983.

News | October 8, 2021 Please note that the installation of the new signal lights at the intersection of 100 Street and 94 Avenue in La Crete will commence on October 12, 2021. Work is expected to take approximately 18 days and lane restrictions may be in effect during this time. Remember to slow down and use caution when approaching areas of road work. Be aware of crews on-site and follow all posted signage. Expect delays and plan your trip using an alternate route if neces

News | October 7, 2021 Mackenzie County has established a Shelterbelt Tree Program to promote soil and water conservation, as well as Rural and Urban beautification. as well as Rural and Urban beautification. as well as Rural and Urban beautification. Those who wish to purchase shelterbelt tree seedlings can download a copy of the order form here. Order forms can also be obtained from any County office. Payment for shelterbelt trees must be made at the time of order form sub

News | October 6, 2021 The development permits listed will come into effect on October 27, 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 October 26, 2021. Appeals must be submitted to: Ma

News | September 30, 2021 A public meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, from5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at theMackenzie County Office in La Crete. This meeting will address the issues of managing heavy truck traffic along 100 Street in La Crete, and how the types of businesses along 100 Street influence various types of traffic. Should we as a community move towards being more restrictive or less? We invite you to come and offer your input on this topic. For more inf

News | September 29, 2021 The development permits listed will come into effect on October 20, 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 October 19, 2021. Appeals must be submitted to:

News | September 29, 2021 The Caribou Mountain Travel Centre is proposing a Communication Tower at the location of SW 5-110-13-W5M (110001 Hwy 88) as shown below: https://mackenziecounty.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Screenshot-2021-09-30-142205.png This new Communication Tower will provide Wi-Fi and be a cellphone booster in this rural location. Adjacent landowners have been sent letter notifications for this new development. If you have any questions or concerns please co

News | September 27, 2021 Local Authorities Election Act (Sections 12, 35, 46, 53)Alberta Senate Elections Act (Sections 5, 37)Referendum Act (Section 7) Local Jurisdiction: MACKENZIE COUNTY, Province of Alberta Notice is hereby given: A. That an election will be held for the filling of the following offices: Office(s) Number of Vacancies Ward Councillor 1 3 - La Crete Councillor 1 5 - Blumenort Councillor 1 6 - Fort Vermilion/Fort Vermilion Rural Councillor 1 7 - Fort Vermi

News | September 3, 2021 Mackenzie County is seeking applications for the following Member-at-Large positions: Agriculture Service Board (3 Positions) Assessment Review Board (1 Position) Boreal Housing Foundation (1 position) Intermunicipal Planning Commission (1 Position) Intermunicipal Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (3 Positions) Mackenzie Library Board (4 Positions) Municipal Planning Commission (3 Positions) Streetscape Implementation Committee (7-9 Positions)

News | September 2, 2021 https://mackenziecounty.com//wp-content/uploads/2021/09/IMG_6670-scaled-e1630600367506-552x1024.jpg As some of you may know, Mr. Len Racher will be retiring from his position as CAO this coming October. On behalf of the Councillors, staff, and residents of Mackenzie County, I would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to Len for his hard work and unwavering commitment as CAO. Len has seen the County through many challenges o