In 2022, the East Strathmore Solar Project/Elemental Energy entered into an agreement with Wheatland County to establish a Community Benefit Contribution Program that would allocate a maximum of $10,000 annually to be distributed through an open application process to community organizations. Open Allocation (maximum of $10,000 annually): Funding through the Community Benefit Program is available to […]
March 16 | Carseland Community Centre | 7 PM Councillor Donna Biggar is hosting a Division 3 town hall meeting with the Carseland & District Community Association & Agricultural Society at 7:00 pm on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at the Carseland Community Centre. Join Councillor Biggar and learn about Wheatland County’s Strategic Plan, initiatives, and general […]
Wheatland County has collaborated with Wheatland Wind Project Ltd to offer a Community Benefit Scholarship. A minimum of one university or college scholarship to be awarded annually to high achieving student(s) currently enrolled in Wheatland County Schools. Eligible applicants who are planning to further their studies in the field of Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics […]
Wheatland Wind Ltd and Wheatland County are pleased to announce and launch the new Community Benefit Grant. The grant is available to groups such as local registered charities, not-for-profits societies, organizations and associations, and schools. Grant applications for up to $10,000 are being accepted until March 1, for projects, events or initiatives related to the promotion […]
February 6 | Hussar Community Hall | 6 PM Councillor Rick Laursen is hosting a Division 7 town hall meeting at 6:00 pm on Monday, February 6, 2023, at the Hussar Community Hall. Join Councillor Laursen and learn about Wheatland County’s Strategic Plan, initiatives, and general updates. Questions, comments, and feedback are encouraged as we continually […]
Wheatland County Council has approved the Interim Operating Budget 2023 – 2025 and Interim Capital Budget 2023 – 2027 with a 2.5% increase in municipal tax revenue for the 2023 fiscal year. The increase was intentionally kept lower than inflation in order to provide some financial relief during these challenging times. Council is committed to […]
November 2 | Hussar Community Hall | 6 PM | POSTPONED November 3 | Dalum Community Hall | 6 PM Due to unsafe weather, today’s Division 7 Town Hall Meeting (November 2) has been POSTPONED. Tomorrow’s Town Hall Meeting (November 3) will remain as scheduled. We will provide an update once the November 2nd Town Hall […]
November 2 | Hussar Community Hall | 6 PMNovember 3 | Dalum Community Hall | 6 PM Councillor Rick Laursen is hosting a Division 7 town hall meeting at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at the Hussar Community Hall. Additionally, another Division 7 town hall meeting will be hosted at 6:00 pm on Thursday, November […]
WHERE INNOVATION MEETS TRADITION Wheatland County is very excited to share yesterday’s announcement – De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited has announced that the site of its new aircraft manufacturing facility will be in Wheatland County, Alberta! We are proud of this major milestone for both Wheatland County, and the Province of Alberta. Wheatland County […]
The 2023 Budget Engagement Survey is now closed. The survey results will be compiled and presented to Council. This year, the County would like your feedback on the 2023 Operating and Capital budget. Your feedback will be brought to Council during the budget process for consideration. This program will show you where your tax dollars […]