News Room
This page contains latest media and information releases, in date order.
Media inquiries may be directed to Strathcona County Communications: 780-410-6595 or email news.inquiries@strathcona.ca
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Posted May 6, 2026
Project TENSOR East revs up this month
Project TENSOR (Traffic Enforcement Noise/Speed Offence Reduction) East returns this month in Strathcona County. Introduced in 2021, this data-driven traffic safety initiative targets local hot spots for speeding, stunting, and traffic-related noise complaints over the summer months.
Posted May 1, 2026
Strathcona County invites community feedback to shape future recreation and culture
Strathcona County is inviting households and youth in Grades 7 to 12 to share their feedback to help shape the next four years of recreation and culture opportunities in the community.
Posted April 30, 2026
Connect through art in Common Ground at Gallery@501
Strathcona County presents Common Ground, a new exhibition featuring artwork by 65 members of Gallery@501.
Posted April 29, 2026
Annual tax notices will be mailed mid-May
The 2026 budget includes a 4.88 per cent municipal tax revenue increase to support ongoing services, growth, and long term planning.
Posted April 29, 2026
Arbor Day returns to Strathcona County with hands-on learning for students
Strathcona County’s long-standing Arbor Day tradition returns on Friday, May 8, welcoming more than 1,100 Grade 1 and homeschool students to take part in outdoor, hands-on activities focused on trees and environmental stewardship.
Posted April 20, 2026
Strathcona County recognizes 35 years of Victim Services
Since its establishment in 1991, the Strathcona County Victim Services Unit (VSU) has worked alongside the RCMP, Enforcement Services, and community agencies to ensure that victims of crime receive timely, compassionate support.
Posted April 13, 2026
Strathcona County recognizes the heroes behind the headset during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
Often the unseen heroes of public safety, Strathcona County telecommunicators are the steady voices behind 911 and the non-emergency line.
Posted April 9, 2026
Pitch-In: Help clean our community after the spring melt
Strathcona County residents are invited to show their community pride and pitch in for a cleaner, healthier environment from April 20 to May 3, 2026.
Posted April 1, 2026
Strathcona Wilderness Centre announces extreme adventure experiences
The Strathcona Wilderness Centre (SWC) is expanding its outdoor programming this summer with the introduction of several new “extreme adventure” experiences inspired by the landscapes, wildlife and realities of the trails.
Posted March 31, 2026
Strathcona County Reviewing Provincial Changes to EMS Funding
Strathcona County is currently in discussions with Emergency Health Services – Alberta (EHS) regarding the future of its ground ambulance service agreement.
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