Foothills County

Effective immediately Foothills County has moved to a Fire Advisory. We will continue to monitor fire risk throughout the County and will update the status as needed. For more details about what is permitted under a Fire Advisory, visit our website: foothillscountyab.ca/emergen…

🦌 November's Alberta Traffic Safety Calendar-Wildlife Awareness. Wildlife activity increases this time of year, particularly on Foothills County's rural roads. Deer, elk, & moose appear suddenly, especially during low-light conditions. Stay alert. Slow down. Watch for wildlife.

What's happening at Foothills County this week? Check out our Week at a Glance to see upcoming meetings. For agendas and livestream access, visit foothillscountyab.ca/governm…

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE – 722 AVE E (BF 1331) approx. 200 m west of 88 St E and 3.5 km west of Hwy 2 Bridge prep. begins Monday, Nov. 2-bridge remains OPEN FULL CLOSURE: Nov. 3–9 to replace all 27 bridge girders Expected to open late Nov. 11 Please review attached map for detour route

🚨 While conducting speed enforcement on Hwy 22 near Hwy 540 W, officers observed 1 driver pass a stopped patrol vehicle with emergency lights activated at 100 km/h. Other motorists slowed to 60 km/h. 📄 Summons issued 💲 $1,120 fine Slow down & move over for emergency vehicles.

What's happening at Foothills County this week? Check out our Week at a Glance to see upcoming meetings. For agendas and livestream access, visit foothillscountyab.ca/governm…

🚧 CPKC will be completing major repairs to the 5 St W rail crossing on Wednesday, November 4. The north side of the crossing will be closed from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Please plan an alternate route.

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE – 722 AVE E (BF 1331) approximately 200 m west of 88 St E and 3.5 km west of Highway 2 Bridge preparation begins Monday, Nov. 2 (bridge remains OPEN). FULL CLOSURE: Nov. 3–6 for replacement of all 27 bridge girders. Please review attached map for detour route

We are LIVE tomorrow! Wednesday, October 28, 2026 - Foothills County Council Meeting beginning at 9 a.m. Watch the meeting via livestream at: youtube.com/live/0_Scf6v7lWk To view the agenda, visit: foothillscountyab.ca/governm…

🚧 Construction zone enforcement 🚧 Driver stopped travelling 71 km/h in a posted 30 km/h construction zone with workers present. They did not have a valid licence & had previously been stopped for the same offence within the last 3 months. $1,156 speeding fine. Summons issued.

What's happening at Foothills County this week? Check out our Week at a Glance to see upcoming meetings. For agendas and livestream access, visit foothillscountyab.ca/governm…

While flags are currently being flown at half-mast, please be advised that on Oct. 24, 2026, the half-masting will also recognize and honour the funeral of the Honourable Connie Ostermann, ECA, former Member of the Legislative Assembly, who passed away on Sept. 26, 2026.

Enforcement Officers conducted a traffic stop involving a motorcycle travelling 158 km/h in an 80 km/h zone on 112 Street W northbound near Granary Road, just before the speed limit transitions to 60 km/h. Slow down, ride responsibly & arrive safely.

We are LIVE tomorrow! Wednesday, October 21, 2026 - Foothills County Council Meeting beginning at 9 a.m. Watch the meeting via livestream at: youtube.com/live/GbeUus2zPoI To view the agenda, visit: foothillscountyab.ca/governm…

We are hiring! • Human Resource Advisor - Permanent, Full-Time • Tax Roll Technician - Permanent, Full-Time • GIS Data Analyst - Permanent, Full-Time • Manager of Infrastructure and Capital Projects - Permanent, Full-Time foothillscountyab.ca/careers

Flags will be flown at half-mast beginning Sunday, October 18, 2026, until further notice to mark the tragedy that occurred at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright on October 17, 2026.

Who's Driving Here? A driver on Hwy 2 near 306 Ave E was observed with both hands on a cell phone while the passenger reached over to steer the vehicle. Result: a $390 distracted driving ticket and likely higher insurance costs. The text can wait. Drive distraction-free.

What's happening at Foothills County this week? Check out our Week at a Glance to see upcoming meetings. For agendas and livestream access, visit foothillscountyab.ca/governm…