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County News & Notices
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One Special Adventure Pack
One very special 2026 Adventure Pack includes a Minister’s Special Licence for a Hay-Zama wood bison hunt.
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.
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Unofficial 2021 Municipal Election Results
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
Oct 18, 2021
Polling Station Closure: Buffalo Head Prairie
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
Oct 16, 2021
Public Notice: Fort Vermilion Rural Truck Fill Closure
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.
Oct 14, 2021
Public Notice: Signal Lights Installation
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
Oct 8, 2021
2022 Shelterbelt Tree Orders
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
Oct 7, 2021
Discretionary Use Development Permit Decisions
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
Oct 6, 2021
Notice of Public Engagement
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
Sep 30, 2021
Discretionary Use Development Permit Decisions
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:
Sep 29, 2021
Notice of Development
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
Sep 29, 2021
Notice of Advance Vote
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
Sep 27, 2021
Board and Committee Positions Available
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)
Sep 3, 2021
From the Reeve: Thank You CAO Len Racher
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
Sep 2, 2021
Notice of Nomination Day
News | August 18, 2021 Notice of Nomination DayLocal Authorities Election Act (Section 26) Local Jurisdiction: MACKENZIE COUNTY, Province of Alberta Notice is hereby given that Nomination Day is Monday, September 20, 2021,and that nominations for the election of candidates for the following offices will be received at the location of the local jurisdiction as set out below between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 noon on Nomination Day. Office Vacancies Ward Councillor One (
Aug 18, 2021
Launch of Lead Testing Program
News | August 18, 2021 Mackenzie County is launching a lead testing program for Alberta Environment & Parks (AEP) regulated water systems in the Hamlets of Fort Vermilion, La Crete, and Zama City. Through the month of September 2021, Mackenzie County will launch a lead testing program, to ensure residents have safe drinking water in their homes. This program is in response to updated guidelines put forth by the federal government, which lowers the maximum acceptable concentr
Aug 18, 2021
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