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Saddle Hills County has approved in principle a $57.5 million operating budget for 2026 which it says is focused on “long-term stability and smart growth.” “This year’s budget focuses on maintaining the services our residents rely on while investing in projects that keep Saddle Hills County strong, connected, and resilient,” said Reeve Gerry Richard.  The county […]

The Recall Nolan Dyck petition lead is raising concerns this week about access to public-facing space in city owned facilities.  Casey Klein, the applicant for the petition approved by Elections Alberta, says she has concerns about local governance after multiple requests to rent public-facing space were “denied, delayed, or left undocumented.” On Nov. 15, 2025 […]

More than $3 million has been approved in grants for local community groups and organizations in the County of Grande Prairie 2026 interim budget. Approximately $1,940,377 of the total will be allocated to Community Assistance Grants, with $1,092,416 awarded to Capital Community Projects. “Our communities thrive because of the dedication and hard work of local […]

January  Rising Above, a faith-based addictions treatment centre, broke ground at its Park Campus in Grande Prairie on Jan. 6, marking the beginning of construction of a $5 million four-story building that will expand its programming as well as its capacity – from 51 beds to 70. The province required the County of Grande Prairie […]

As I look back on 2025, I am reminded once again why Saddle Hills County is such a remarkable place to call home. Having lived here all my life, I am proud to serve a community that works hard, looks out for one another, and continues to build a future our young people can be […]