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Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
June 11, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on July 02, 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 July 1, 2025. Appeals must be submitted to:
Jun 11, 2025


Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
May 28, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on June 18, 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 June 17, 2025. Appeals must be submitted to:
May 28, 2025


Notice to Residents - Mail Disruption
Due to the Canada Post negotiations, mail delivery to and from the County may be experiencing delays. To ensure that residents and businesses receive utility bills and payments for services, Mackenzie county is encouraging residents and businesses to consider the following options: Vendors/Suppliers Email Accounts Payable payable@mackenziecounty.com to sign up for Electronic Funds Transfer payments; Contact Accounts Payable at 780-927-3718 or via email to request payment pic
May 23, 2025


Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
May 14, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on June 04, 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 June 03, 2025. Appeals must be submitted to:
May 14, 2025


Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
April 30, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on May 21, 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 May 20, 2025. Appeals must be submitted to:
Apr 30, 2025


Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
April 16, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on May 7, 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 May 6, 2025. Appeals must be submitted to: M
Apr 16, 2025


Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
April 2, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on April 23, 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 April 22, 2025. Appeals must be submitted
Apr 2, 2025


Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
March 19, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on April 9, 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 April 8, 2025. Appeals must be submitted t
Mar 19, 2025


Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
March 5, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on March 20, 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 March 19, 2025. Appeals must be submitted
Mar 5, 2025


Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
February 5, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on February 27, 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 February 26, 2025. Appeals must be s
Feb 5, 2025


Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge - 40 Tonnes Capacity
January 30, 2025 The Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge capacity has increased to a maximum of 40 tonnes, effective Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. The Ice Bridge first opened on December 19, 2024 for light weight traffic at a maximum capacity of 5 tonnes for the 2024/2025 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.
Jan 30, 2025


Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge - 35 Tonnes Capacity
January 20, 2025 The Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge capacity has increased to a maximum of 35 tonnes, effective Monday, January 20, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. The Ice Bridge first opened on December 19, 2024 for light weight traffic at a maximum capacity of 5 tonnes for the 2024/2025 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.
Jan 20, 2025


Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
January 15, 2025 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on February 5, 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 February 4, 2025. Appeals must be sub
Jan 15, 2025


Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge - 25 Tonnes Capacity
January 10, 2025 The Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge capacity has increased to a maximum of 25 tonnes, effective Friday, January 10, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. The Ice Bridge first opened on December 19, 2024 for light weight traffic at a maximum capacity of 5 tonnes for the 2024/2025 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.
Jan 10, 2025


Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge - 15 Tonnes Capacity
January 6, 2025 The Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge capacity has increased to a maximum of 15 tonnes, effective Monday, January 6, 2025 at 1 p.m. The Ice Bridge first opened on December 19, 2024 for light weight traffic at a maximum capacity of 5 tonnes for the 2024/2025 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.
Jan 6, 2025


Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge - 10 Tonne Capacity
January 2, 2025 The Tompkins Crossing Ice Bridge capacity has increased to a maximum of 10 tonne, effective Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 1 p.m. The Ice Bridge first opened on December 19, 2024 for light weight traffic at a maximum capacity of 5 tonne for the 2024/2025 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.
Jan 2, 2025


Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
December 18, 2024 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on January 8, 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 January 7, 2025. Appeals must be subm
Dec 18, 2024


Notice of Land Sale - Part of SW-7-109-19-W5M
News | December 4, 2024 Mackenzie County has received an application for purchase of a 30 acre parcel of land (SW-7-109-19-W5M) located approximately 7 kilometers south of the Town of High Level, within Mackenzie County. The purpose of the sale of land, is to allow the applicant to purchase and consolidate the 30 acre parcel into a 10.01 acre parcel to allow for one title. Please submit written submission prior to 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, December 18, 2024 to: Planning and Dev
Dec 4, 2024


Notice of Decision on Discretionary Use Development Permits
News | November 27, 2024 The development permits listed are Approved, and will come into effect on December 18, 2024. 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 17, 2024. Appeals m
Nov 27, 2024


Notice to Residents - Mail Disruption
News | November 21, 2024 Due to the Canada Post strike, mail delivery to and from the County will be experiencing delays. We have options to assist, please click the link, Options for receiving bills and paying for services
Nov 21, 2024
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