Country Living in the County | News & Blog
We believe that country living in the County of St. Paul is a rewarding lifestyle choice. We regularly post information on this news page about council happenings, county news, lifestyle blogs and more. Check back here regularly for updated information.
Predator Management Incentive Program, open for 2026/27 Winter Season
The County of St. Paul is offering the Predator Management Incentive Program to County agricultural producers experiencing predator pressures on livestock – specifically, from coyotes or wolves. This project has been financially supported by the Alberta Professional Outfitters Society’s Wildlife Management Fund (WMF). The Program provides an incentive for the lawful harvest of coyotes and…
Bylaw 2026-24 Public Hearing: Land Rezoning
The County of St. Paul is holding a Public Hearing for Bylaw 2026-24 on November 24, 2026, at 11 a.m. The first reading of the Bylaw took place on October 27. The purpose of the Bylaw is to rezone a portion of SW 21-56-11-W4 from Agriculture (A) to Country Residential (CR1) and a portion of…
St. Paul North Area Structure Plan Progress Update
Next Steps Revisions, updated November 2, 2026 In Fall 2021, the Town of St. Paul, County of St. Paul, and ISL Engineering kicked off development of an Intermunicipal Area Structure Plan (IASP). The project’s first phase began by launching a website and reaching out to Plan area landowners, neighbouring property owners, and referral agencies. They…
2026-27 Winter Snow Flags available for purchase
The County of St. Paul is now accepting new and renewed Snowplow Agreements and seasonal Snow Flag purchases for the 2026-27 Winter season. With these agreements, the County provides snow removal services for residents’ driveways for the upcoming winter season. To purchase a seasonal flag, the costs are: Between now and October 31, $300 Between…
Group fundraising available, Elections Alerta
Elections Alberta is accepting applications for the Group Election Worker Program to assist with the 2026 Alberta Referendum. Eligible nonprofit, community, youth, sports and similar organizations may apply to provide groups of workers for selected referendum support roles, including counting and Voting Place support. Elections Alberta approves each worker and retains authority over training, assignments,…
For Lease by Tender, proposed terms
The County of St. Paul No. 19 is accepting tenders for the lease of the following County-owned lands for grazing purposes only. The two parcels listed below will be leased together as one lease. Roll # Legal Land Location Area 4609500 (S ½) NW 9-56-4-W4 Approximately 54.14 acres 4609701 (S ½) NE 9-56-4-W4 Approximately 31…
Seeking County Residents as Members-at-Large
The County of St. Paul is seeking County Residents to sit as a Member-at-Large on the Boards listed below. Members will serve on the boards with Elected Officials and, in some circumstances, with Elected Officials and Members-at-Large from other municipalities. Members are paid per diem and mileage. The application form can be found here. County…
Beaver Reduction Incentive Program open for the 2026 Fall Season
The County of St. Paul is offering the Beaver Reduction Incentive Program to County landowners, in accordance with Policy ASB-20, for the lawful removal of beavers impacting County infrastructure. The County will pay an incentive of $15 per beaver harvested between September 1 and October 31. To take part in the program, complete the application…
Stoney Lake blue-green algae advisory, August 12
Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) has been identified in the waters of Stoney Lake, located in the County of St. Paul. Visitors to this lake are advised to take the following precautions: Avoid all contact with cyanobacterial blooms. If contact occurs, wash with tap water as soon as possible. Do not swim or wade or allow your…