Wheatland County

Alberta RCMP encourage a safe Halloween for trick-or-treaters!

Halloween is just around the corner! If your kids are going trick-or-treating, remember these safety tips:
• Use reflective tape or glow sticks for visibility.
• Stick to well-lit streets and sidewalks.
• Check treats before eating.

Drivers: slow down and watch for excited kids crossing the road. Let’s keep Halloween fun and safe for everyone!

Division 2 residents - this is your chance to connect with Councillor Berle Hebbes!

Bring your questions, ideas, and community priorities to Conversations with a Councillor. Stop by, share your perspective, and be part of the discussion.

We look forward to seeing you there!

🚧 Help shape the future of Wheatland County!

We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead meaningful projects that support our communities, infrastructure and growth.

If you’re organized, collaborative and ready to make an impact close to home, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more and apply today: https://wheatlandcounty.ca/career-opportunities/projectmanager/

✨ Your library card can unlock a whole lot more than books!

From homework help and online encyclopedias to children’s stories and lifelong learning resources, there is something for every age to explore-free with your library card.

Discover the digital resources available through Marigold Library System:
marigold.ab.ca/eresources

Road Closure Notice

Please be advised that Range Road 225, between Township Road 280 and Township Road 274, will be closed from October 28 to November 27 to facilitate the replacement of a bridge-size culvert.

Motorists are asked to use alternate routes and follow all posted signage. We appreciate your patience and cooperation while this work is completed.

BMO Farm Family Awards⁣
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The Wheatland County Agricultural Service Board invites you to recommend a farm or ranching family within the County for the Board’s consideration as Wheatland County’s nominee for the 2027 BMO Farm Family Awards.⁣
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Nomination deadline: November 6, 2026⁣
For more information and nomination forms visit: https://wheatlandcounty.ca/asb-awards/

🚧 Road Closure Notice: Bridge Construction 🚧⁣
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Effective October 13, 2026, a portion of Range Road 255 will be closed between Highway 560 and Township Road 230 for bridge construction.⁣
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Local access will remain open.⁣
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The closure is anticipated to remain in place until December 12, 2026. Please obey all posted detour signage and barricades, and use caution when travelling through the area.⁣
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Thank you for your patience.

🌱 Save the Date!

The Western Canada Conference on Soil Health & Grazing is taking place December 8–10, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton West Edmonton.

Connect with producers, industry professionals, and agricultural leaders to explore practical ideas and innovation in soil health, grazing, biodiversity, and regenerative agriculture.

Registration details: https://www.absoilgrazing.com/

🌾 Planning for the future of your farm and family?

Join Annessa Good-Hassard of Peak Heritage Consulting Ltd. for a two-part transition planning series focused on the practical and personal sides of farm succession.

Explore questions around ownership, family roles, business continuity, estate planning and building a successful transition plan for the next generation.

👉 Visit our webpage for full event details and registration information: https://wheatlandcounty.ca/events/farm-succession-planning/

Wheatland County Council has selected its leadership for the coming year.

At the October 20, 2026, Organizational Meeting, Council selected Shannon Laprise as Reeve and Scott Klassen as Deputy Reeve.

As Reeve, Shannon Laprise will preside over Council meetings, provide leadership in Council’s affairs, and serve as the municipality’s official spokesperson. As Deputy Reeve, Scott Klassen will support the Reeve and assume the Reeve’s duties and responsibilities when required.

Please join us in congratulating Reeve Laprise and Deputy Reeve Klassen on their appointments and wishing them well in their leadership roles in the year ahead.