Strathcona County

Looking for a safe place to skate? Visit our NEW skating capacity map to see options to help you choose a less busy location. https://t.co/AShHfCpKMw?amp=1 Thanks for partnering with us to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in our community.... *Edited to add: We appreciate this conversation as we are all working towards the same goal of keeping our community as safe as possible from COVID-19. Our municipal team is working hard to provide as many outdoor activities as possible, including skating surfaces that meet the provincial health requirements. Our officers have appreciated the conversations and opportunities to talk and answer any questions from residents enjoying the outdoor rinks, and are a partner in ensuring our overall community health. Our staff and officers love hockey too, and they are also looking forward to a great game of shinny, once the health restrictions are lifted.

Calling all #strathco Next Gen ages 14-24! Have a voice in shaping the future of your community. Join the Next Gen Action Group and help develop a youth strategy. http://bit.ly/3bGYOhu #shpk #SCNextGenVoice

Get outside and celebrate World Snow Day this Sunday, January 17. World Snow Day was created to inspire kids and younger generations to get outside and appreciate their natural environment. Find FREE outdoor activity ideas in Strathcona County here: https://www.strathcona.ca///free-recreation-opportunities/ Visit the Wilderness Centre for cross country skiing or snowshoeing (trail fees in effect, rentals available): https://www.strathcona.ca//r/strathcona-wilderness-...centre/ Learn more about World Snow Day here: https://www.world-snow-day.com/

Register today for live, interactive VIRTUAL programs offered by Strathcona County's team of experienced instructors. Single classes and multi-week sessions available. Visual Arts Family Art Discovery (all ages) - single classes. Find the schedule and register: https://reconline.strathcona.ca//PROGVIRTUALX915VISUALARTS Sportball (16M to 7Y) - multi-week classes. Find the schedule and register: https://reconline.strathcona.ca///PROGVIRTUALX915CHYOFAMSB... Child / Youth Sports & Fitness (6Y+) - basketball skills, group fitness and family group fitness. Find the schedule and register: https://reconline.strathcona.ca//br/PROGVIRTUALX915CHYOFAM Performing Arts (PreK to Grade 9) - drama, dance and improv. Find the schedule and register: https://reconline.strathcona.ca//br/PROGVIRTUALX915PERFORM Group Fitness (for teens, families, adults and older adults) - multi-week and single classes. Find the schedule and register: https://reconline.strathcona.ca//br/PROGVIRTUALX915FITNESS Need assistance registering or have questions? Call 780-467-2211 (Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or submit a request through County Connect: https://www.strathcona.ca/countyconnect/topic/recreation/

Thank you for your patience as we work through how the new provincial restrictions impact our community. We will continue providing supports and programs to support you throughout the pandemic and the new provincial restrictions. The new province-wide restrictions were announced by the Government of Alberta on December 8, 2020 and will remain in place until January 12, 2021 or until the Province amends any current restrictions. http://ow.ly/bZeg50CHohC

The provincial restrictions that came into effect on December 8 and 13, 2020, will remain in effect until at least January 21, 2021. This includes mandatory masks in all indoor public places including places of worship and workplaces. Visit www.alberta.ca/coronavirus-info-for-albertans.aspx for full details. Counselling, mental health support, youth wellness kits and support for finances, parenting, relationships and more: 780-464-4044 or www.strathcona.ca/community-fa/well-being-and-mental-health Virtual recreation programs: www.strathcona.ca//ac/recreation-programs/virtual-programs Free recreation in the County: www.strathcona.ca//affordab/free-recreation-opportunities/

If you are a senior, or are looking to help a senior in your life feel safe, supported and connected during the pandemic, Strathcona County Family and Community Services is here for you. Call us at 780-464-4044 or visit https://bit.ly/3kmGb3V

The Government of Alberta announced new public health restrictions. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/enhanced-public-health-measures.aspx for full details. Some restrictions are effective immediately, including all indoor and outdoor public and private social gatherings are prohibited. An Emergency Advisory Meeting with Council will be held Wednesday December 9 at 10 a.m. https://www.strathcona.ca//agenda-packages-minutes-webcas/ We appreciate your patience as we work through the impacts of how these restrictions affect you, our businesses and our community. We will share more details and information as soon as we can.

The 2020 Public Satisfaction Survey continues! Complete Part 2 of the survey to tell us what you think of living and working in Strathcona County. Rate your satisfaction on programs and services including County facilities, transit services, waste and recycling, and communications. Your feedback helps the County evaluate service delivery and plan the best use of resources for the community. This survey will take about five minutes to complete. Part 1 of the survey was conduct...ed November 27 to December 13, 2020. Complete the Public Satisfaction Survey (Part 2) open January 8 to 24: http://bit.ly/3rz02B4

Watch the live COVID-19 update with Dr. Hinshaw, Premier Kenney and other officials at 4 p.m. today. Online: http://alberta.ca/news Facebook: http://bit.ly/33kGZPc Twitter: https://twitter.com/YourAlberta... We will share information on our channels about local updates and impacts as soon as we know more.

If there is a hydrant near your home, please clear snow or ice at least 60 cm (2 ft) from around the hydrant. That way, in an emergency, Emergency Services' crews can find and access the hydrant with the greatest possible speed. Those few extra seconds or minutes could make a world of difference in an emergency. https://www.strathcona.ca//clearing-snow-around-fire-hydr/

Everyone deserves to feel safe. Support is available if you don’t. Call Strathcona County Family and Community Services at 780-464-4044 or visit https://bit.ly/3kmGb3V

Happy National Child Day! By working together, we can help children and youth reach their full potential. More info and supports, including the Early Childhood App, available here: https://bit.ly/36RXGU9... Check out the social media challenge for a chance to win a gift basket.

The Fire Fighter/Paramedics in Emergency Services work hard and are committed to providing the best patient care they can. If you, a friend or family member needed to use ambulance services in Strathcona County, they want to hear from you. Complete this survey to let them know how they did. https://www.strathcona.ca//emer/emergency-medical-services

Are you looking to rent land for hay or pasture? Learn more about the County's Municipal Land Licensing program and don't forget, tenders close tomorrow! #strathco #shpk https://www.strathcona.ca//municipal-land-licensing-progr/

The Strathcona County Library is offering youth wellness kits! Take yours home today #strathco #shpk

Carbon monoxide is a toxic, invisible, tasteless and odourless gas that may be produced by common sources in and around your home including heaters, furnaces, vehicle exhaust and fireplaces. It can also be deadly. Make sure to take steps to prevent carbon monoxide in your home. ... https://www.strathcona.ca//fire-safe/what-carbon-monoxide/

Feeling housebound, or looking for something new to try? Here are some fun ideas for you and/or your family.

Building resilience is important in these challenging times. Join Family and Community Services for a free online session, Springing Back from 2020 with Resiliency, to discuss why resilience and mindfulness matter, and get tips on how caregivers and parents can build resilience in themselves and their children. Sign up for one or both sessions, November 18 and 25, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.: https://www.strathcona.ca//parents-children/parentsupport/ Can't make these sessions? Check out the Family and Community Services events calendar for other adult learning and support workshops available.

On Sunday, November 29, help kick off Strathcona County’s holiday season with the Celebration of Lights special winter wonderland drive-thru event! For safety reasons, the festival is drive-thru only; no foot traffic will be permitted. Attendees must stay in their vehicle. This year’s Celebration of Lights will feature a light show and LED Christmas tree, live entertainment, a live nativity scene, fire dancing, appearances from Santa and The Grinch, and a Santa letter mailbox for pre-written letters. Celebration of Lights is free, however attendees are asked to share the holiday spirit by bringing a monetary or non-perishable food donation for the Strathcona Food Bank. http://ow.ly/8W7150CjTEr

Hello everyone. We know AHS has announced new mandatory restrictions that affect Strathcona County as well as our programs. We are working as quickly as we can and will share further details about these restrictions as soon as possible tonight. Please keep an eye on our Facebook page for full information. Thank you for your patience and understanding. In the meantime, you can visit alberta.ca/covid19 for details.

Strathcona County Family and Community Services is here to support you through these challenging times. Call us at 780-464-4044 or visit https://bit.ly/3kmGb3V.