News | January 14, 2026 Mackenzie County has received an application for purchase of a 175 acre parcel of industrial land located south of the Town of High Level along Range Road 200. The intent of the sale of land, is to allow for the applicant to purchase the property at market value and to develop it for industrial use that includes rail access. If you are not in agreeance with the sale of these lands, please submit a written submission to legislative@mackenziecounty.com

News | January 14, 2026 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 1391-25. The proposed amendment is to increase the minimum width regulation of a lot in the Manufactured Home Subdivision “MHS” district in the Land Use Bylaw, Section 12.27.3.1 That the Mackenzie County Land Use Bylaw Section 12.27.3.1 be ame

News | January 12, 2026 The Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge capacity has increased to a maximum of 45 tonne, effective Monday, January 12, 2026 at 2 p.m. The Ice Bridge first opened on December 12, 2025 for light weight traffic at a maximum capacity of 5 tonne for the 2025/2026 winter season. Please use caution when crossing the Ice Bridge and travel at the posted speed limit. Do not cross the Ice Bridge with a load that is over the capacity posted.

News | January 8, 2026 The Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge capacity has increased to a maximum of 40 tonne, effective Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 1 p.m. The Ice Bridge first opened on December 12, 2025 for light weight traffic at a maximum capacity of 5 tonne for the 2025/2026 winter season. Please use caution when crossing the Ice Bridge and travel at the posted speed limit. Do not cross the Ice Bridge with a load that is over the capacity posted.

News | January 7, 2026 The Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge capacity has increased to a maximum of 30 tonne, effective Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 12 p.m. The Ice Bridge first opened on December 12, 2025 for light weight traffic at a maximum capacity of 5 tonne for the 2025/2026 winter season. Please use caution when crossing the Ice Bridge and travel at the posted speed limit. Do not cross the Ice Bridge with a load that is over the capacity posted.

News | January 2, 2026 The Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge capacity has increased to a maximum of 25 tonne, effective Friday, January 2, 2026 at 2 p.m. The Ice Bridge first opened on December 12, 2025 for light weight traffic at a maximum capacity of 5 tonne for the 2025/2026 winter season. Please use caution when crossing the Ice Bridge and travel at the posted speed limit. Do not cross the Ice Bridge with a load that is over the capacity posted.

News | January 2, 2026 Members of the public who wish to attend the Public Hearing electronically must register with the Director of Legislative Services three (3) days before the meeting date. Anyone wishing to speak at a Public Hearing must either attend in person or register to participate electronically. To speak through electronic means, individuals must register with the Director of Legislative and Support Services seven (7) days before the Hearing and must also submit

December 27, 2025 The Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge capacity has increased to a maximum of 20 tonne, effective Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 2 p.m. The Ice Bridge first opened on December 12, 2025 for light weight traffic at a maximum capacity of 5 tonne for the 2025/2026 winter season. Please use caution when crossing the Ice Bridge and travel at the posted speed limit. Do not cross the Ice Bridge with a load that is over the capacity posted.

December 24, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on January 28, 2026. If you are negatively affected by these decisions, you can submit an appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Boardin writing, containing a statement of the grounds of appeal, in person or by mail. The appeal fee is $362.50 and must be included with the appeal. You have 21 days from this notice to submit an appeal, which is January 27, 2026. Appeals must be su

News | December 23, 2025 For Immediate Release Statement from Mackenzie County Reeve, Josh Knelsen Today, I’m pleased to announce that we’ve finalized an agreement with Calgary-based PowerWood Canada Corp. that will bring two new wood pellet manufacturing facilities to the Mackenzie County region. This is a leading-edge, first-of-its-kind project in Canada that turns wildfire-damaged wood into clean energy and helps reduce reliance on coal. These two facilities represent hun

Calgary-based PowerWood Canada Corp. will bring two new wood pellet manufacturing facilities to the Mackenzie County region. This is a leading-edge, first-of-its-kind project in Canada that turns wildfire-damaged wood into clean energy and helps reduce reliance on coal.

December 18, 2025 The Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge capacity has increased to a maximum of 10 tonne, effective Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 2 p.m. The Ice Bridge first opened on December 12, 2025 for light weight traffic at a maximum capacity of 5 tonne for the 2025/2026 winter season. Please use caution when crossing the Ice Bridge and travel at the posted speed limit. Do not cross the Ice Bridge with a load that is over the capacity posted.

December 12, 2025 The Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge is now OPEN for the season with a maximum capacity of 5 tonne effective Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2 PM. Crossing the ice bridge is open for light traffic only. Please use caution when crossing the Ice Bridge and travel at the posted speed limit. Do not cross the Ice Bridge with a load that is over the capacity posted. Crossing the ice bridge with a load that is over the limit jeopardizes the safety of yourself and others

News | December 10, 2025 Mackenzie County advises residents in La Crete and Fort Vermilion that residential garbage pickup is currently delayed due to a mechanical issue. Crews are working to complete repairs as quickly as possible. UPDATE: Residential garbage pickup for La Crete and Fort Vermilion will resume no later then FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2025 . We appreciate your patience and understanding. DECEMBER 12, 2025 UPDATE : Residential Garbage pick up has resumed, the pu

December 10, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on December 31, 2025. If you are negatively affected by these decisions, you can submit an appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Boardin writing, containing a statement of the grounds of appeal, in person or by mail. The appeal fee is $362.50 and must be included with the appeal. You have 21 days from this notice to submit an appeal, which is December 30, 2025. Appeals must be

Media Release - Joint Statement Regarding West Fraser OSB Mill Closure News | December 05, 2025 Mackenzie County Reeve Josh Knelsen and the Town of High Level Mayor Josh Lambert have released a joint statement regarding West Fraser's OSB Mill Closure. See the West Fraser News Release here: www.westfraser.com/investors/news/news-releases/west-fraser-reduces-osb-capacity Joint Statement on West Fraser’s Announcement We are deeply concerned and saddened by West Fraser’s anno

News | December 05, 2025 Public Notice that Jimmy's Pond, located in Fort Vermilion will be closed for the Winter Season . There is an aerator in operation at the pond, which keeps the ice thin throughout the winter. Please note that F ishing is not permitted during this time. Mackenzie County www.mackenziecounty.com 780-927-3718

News | December 1, 2025 Mackenzie County has received an application for purchase of a 5.1 acre parcel of road allowance (NE-14-105-15-W5M) located outside the Hamlet of La Crete. The purpose of the sale of land, is to allow the applicant to purchase the parcel at market value and consolidate the 5.1 acre parcel into the remaining parcel to allow for one title.ne title. Please submit written submission prior to 4:30 p.m., Monday, December 15, 2025 to: Planning and Development

News | November 24, 2025 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 No. 1390-25 The proposed bylaw is to amend the land use zoning of the following property described as Part of NW-04-106-15-W5M . The property is currently zoned Hamlet Residential 1A “H-R1A” and is proposed to be zoned as Hamlet Residen

November 12, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on December 3, 2025. If you are negatively affected by these decisions, you can submit an appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Boardin writing, containing a statement of the grounds of appeal, in person or by mail. The appeal fee is $362.50 and must be included with the appeal. You have 21 days from this notice to submit an appeal, which is December 2, 2025. Appeals must be su