Country Living in the County | News & Blog
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County of St. Paul declares State of Agricultural Disaster
The County of St. Paul declared a local State of Agricultural Disaster due to dry weather conditions and drought affecting local farmers. County Council is aware of the hardships facing agricultural producers due to the extremely dry and hot weather conditions over the past few weeks. Council recognizes that communities have been affected differently, from…
Let’s Talk Housing! Pt. 2
This past February, we heard from residents and interested parties about current challenges and opportunities related to housing in the County of St. Paul, the Town of St. Paul, the Town of Elk Point, and the Summer Village of Horseshoe Bay. Now, we are seeking feedback from the community to confirm what we heard in…
Safety First in the County: Stray Dogs
The County receives calls from people who have picked up a stray dog from the side of the road within our municipal boundaries. While we appreciate the care and compassion being shown, doing so can potentially open yourself and the dog to a host of dangers. Factors to consider before picking up a Stray ❌…
Blue-green algae advisory issued for Floatingstone Lake
Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) has been identified in the waters of Floatingstone 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…
Bylaw 2025-09 Public Hearing: Heinsburg Rezoning
The County of St. Paul will hold a public hearing on August 12 at 11 a.m. in the Council Chambers at the Administration Building (5015 49 Avenue, St. Paul). The hearing being held is in regard to Bylaw 2025-09, for the purpose of amending the Land Use Bylaw 2021-13, to rezone the following lots of…
County moves to Level 3 Fire Restriction
The County of St. Paul has declared a Level 3 Fire Restriction. The restriction reads as follows: No open-air fires, including burn barrels. Fire permits are suspended or cancelled, and no new fire permits will be issued. Safe, small wood campfires for cooking and warming are allowed on private land and in campgrounds. WHERE IS THE…
Fundraising Opportunity at 2025 LRA Rodeo
The County of St. Paul and Town of St. Paul are each looking for a non-profit group, service group, or sports team to assist with the clean-up of the public stands/areas after the LRA Rodeo Performances from August 28 to August 31, 2025. The group selected by the County will work with the group selected…
Golden Runway Award recognizes St. Paul Regional Airports
The County of St. Paul, Town of St. Paul, Town of Elk Point, and St. Paul / Elk Point (STEP) Economic Development Alliance received the Alberta Airports Management Association (AAMA) Golden Runway Award. The award is presented at the annual AAMA Conference in acknowledgement of an airport that has gone above and beyond in supporting…
Blue-green algae advisory issued for Stoney Lake
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…