News & Announcements

Public Notice – Special Council Meeting

Public Notice – Special Council Meeting

October 23 2025 PUBLIC NOTICE As per section 194 of the Municipal Government Act, the public is hereby advised of a Special Council meeting to be held Tuesday, November 18th, 2025 starting at 3pm. in the Associated Engineering Board Room located at 9888 Jasper Ave....

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Seniors Survey – Transportation

Seniors Survey – Transportation

Birch Hills County is reviewing options for transportation within the region for our Seniors. Please take a minute to fill out our short survey. Surveys can also be picked up at our office. Please submit surveys prior to December 31st 2025   Birch Hills County...

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Christmas Programs 2025 – Deadlines

Christmas Programs 2025 – Deadlines

Central Peace FCSS is coordinating the Christmas Sharing Program (formerly known as Christmas Hampers), the Santas for Seniors and Kids Wish lists, and the Christmas Meals for Seniors programs again this year. The Secret Santa for Seniors and Kids Wishlist MUST BE...

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Special Council Meeting

Special Council Meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE As per section 194 of the Municipal Government Act, the public is hereby advised of a Special Council meeting to be held Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 starting at 8am. in the Birch Hills County Council chambers located at 4601 – 50th St. Wanham AB for the...

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Mail Strike

Mail Strike

Due to the Canada Post mail strike, we would like to inform you of the options to receive and pay your utility bills. Receiving your bill: We can send your bills to you by Email, Fax or you can call us to get your balance. Making a bill payment: Internet or Telephone...

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Hiring – Equipment Operator/Laborer

Hiring – Equipment Operator/Laborer

Birch Hills County is looking for an Equipment Operator \ Laborer. Position Summary The Equipment Operator \ Laborer provides mechanical ability to safely operate with confidence various types of equipment related to general duties for Public Works Department...

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Hiring – Taxation Clerk

Hiring – Taxation Clerk

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the application of the annual tax levy and penalties, assessment changes (305), tax receivable maintenance, Insurance, Asset management Data update, Property insurance, and other County accounts receivable....

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Proposed Land Use Bylaw Amendments

Proposed Land Use Bylaw Amendments

Council is considering changes to the Land Use Bylaw #2024-01, incorporating feedback from a public meeting held on April 10th, 2025, in Watino and to address proposed changes to the provincial flood mapping, as well as to strengthen requirements for large Wind and...

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Development Survey

Development Survey

Council has been reviewing housing opportunities. A prospective developer has created a survey for housing preference. For those who are interested in completing the survey, please drop off at the County office or email responses to development@birchhillscounty.com....

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Total Fire Ban Notice

Total Fire Ban Notice

Birch Hills County is advising residents and visitors that NO campfires, NO open flames, and NO fire effects are permitted effective immediately, until further notice.

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Agriculture Disaster Release

Agriculture Disaster Release

Birch Hills County has declared an Agriculture Disaster for hay and pasture production on August 26, 2025, due to low soil moisture reserves and a lack of precipitation during the growing season. Livestock feed availability is extremely low due to lack of moisture as...

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