For immediate release Local economic development leaders meet to address labour challenges Strathmore, AB – May 12, 2023 The Wild Rose Region east of Calgary is poised for economic development and prosperity as a result of major investments that will create tremendous opportunities for businesses and residents alike. However, success comes with challenges. Across Canada, […]
Construction of Phase 3 of the Shaw Broadband Project is expected to commence between May 8-15th, 2023. This Phase of the project is focused on HWY 24 from HWY 1 running south to and including Cheadle. The work will involve directional drilling, pullbox placement and cable placement. The work will be primarily conducted in road ditches, […]
Construction of Phase 1 of the Shaw Broadband Project is expected to commence early April 2023. This Phase of the project is focused on Durum Drive at Origin Business Park, and will involve directional drilling, pullbox placement and cable placement. The work will be primarily conducted in road ditches, with minimal traffic disruptions anticipated. The […]
Media Release For Immediate Release Water Well Workshop Coming to Wheatland CountyInformative Working Well program helps residents protect their drinking water. Wheatland County, April 19th, 2023 – Did you know a poorly maintained water well can put your water supply at risk? As a landowner, you’re responsible for looking after the water wells on your property. […]
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 […]
WHEATLAND COUNTY, August 19, 2022 – Wheatland County is excited to announce its partnership with Shaw Communications in bringing broadband connectivity into the County’s West Hwy 1 and Goldfinch Industrial areas! Shaw Communications has officially been awarded Wheatland County’s Rural Broadband contract to bring connectivity into selected areas of Wheatland County. Shaw will provide a […]
At the Regular Council Meeting on August 16, 2022, Council approved an increase to the water and sewer utility rates effective November 1, 2022. The rate increase reflects an increase of 15% on variable rates, capital levies, and flat fees. The rate change will appear on your utility bill that will be mailed out on […]
Wheatland County hosted a very exciting announcement on July 28, 2022, at the Carseland Fire Hall – CGC Inc., the Canadian division of USG Corporation, announced plans to build a new, state-of-the-art wallboard manufacturing plant in Wheatland County, Alta. This CAD 210 million investment is the result of close collaboration between Wheatland County, CGC, the Government of Alberta […]
