News & Updates
Canada Day – Offices Closed
The County Administration and FCSS offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, for Canada Day and will be reopening on Thursday, July 2,…
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Truckfill Upgrade Complete!
Good news! The point-of-sale system upgrade has now been completed at all Big Lakes County truckfill sites. The new system provides a more reliable connection,…
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Office Open During Lunch – June 25, 29 & 30
Please be advised that the High Prairie Administration Office will remain open during lunch (12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.) on Thursday, June 25, Monday, June…
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Bridge 86014 Re-Open
Effective Monday, June 22, 2026, Bridge File 86014 is now open. — Effective Friday, June 5, 2026, bridge construction will begin on Bridge File 86014,…
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FCSS Offices Closed June 25
Please be advised that the FCSS offices will be closed on Thursday, June 25, 2026. For immediate assistance, please call 780-523-5955.
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Pest Inspections Big Lakes County Pest Inspectors will be out in the fields across the County surveying crops for pests and disease. Residents and motorists…
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Shelterbelt Trees Still Available!
Looking to add trees to your property this season? Big Lakes County has a limited selection of shelterbelt trees available for purchase on a first…
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Special Weather Statement: Big Lakes County near Gift Lake and Peavine
JUNE 16: Environment Canada has issued the following statement: Conditions will be favourable for the development of funnel clouds today. These types of funnel clouds…
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Road Clearing Update
Big Lakes County crews, in partnership with Alberta Forestry, will be out clearing roads and removing debris resulting from the recent tornado. If you are…
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Municipal Planning Commission Meeting Cancelled
Please be advised that the June 24, 2026, Municipal Planning Commission Meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting will take place on July 22, 2026,…
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Boil Water Advisory Lifted for Hamlet of Grouard
JUNE 8, 2026 @ 3:15PM: Big Lakes County is pleased to announce that the Boil Water Advisory for the entire Hamlet of Grouard has been…
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Public Engagement Open for Kinuso Flood Study
Big Lakes County residents are invited to review and provide feedback on the draft flood maps and reports for the Kinuso Flood Study. The Government…
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