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Coffee with Council - Lundbreck Hall
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Coffee with Council - Summerview Hall
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Beaver Mines Project Recap
Below is a recap of information relating to the Beaver Mines Water/Waste Water Project. For any further information please contact the MD at 403 62...

Employment Opportunity - Operator 2
Start a career with the MD of Pincher Creek Join our Public Works Department! The Municipal District of Pincher Creek has an opening for...

Employment Opportunity - Water and Wastewater Operator
Start a career with the MD of Pincher Creek Join our Utilities and Infrastructure Department! The Municipal District of Pincher Creek ha...

MD Seeking Committee Members
BOARD AND COMMITTEE 2024 TERM VACANCIES The MD of Pincher Creek is looking for applicants to serve on the following Boards & C...

Update: Agricultural Disaster in the Municipal District of Pincher Creek No. 9
At the Special Council Meeting on August 8, 2023, Council declared the MD of Pincher Creek a Municipal Agricultural Disaster. Administration notifi...

Agricultural Disaster in the Municipal District of Pincher Creek No. 9
At the Special Council Meeting on August 8, 2023, Council declared the MD of Pincher Creek a Municipal Agricultural Disaster. Administration ...

Public Information Release - Water Situation
Pincher Creek Regional Emergency Management Organization Public Information Release September 13, 2023 The MD of Pincher Creek i...

Bridge Construction
Construction on Bridge File 76294 Tributary to Castle River, SW 32-06-01 W5M, will begin this week (September 11, 2023) and expected to last for a few...

Eco Centre - Operational Days
Effective Sunday, October 1, 2023 - the Eco Centre will be operational from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm - 6 days a week, closed on MONDAYS and statutory holida...

August - Energy Newsletter
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Fire Restriction Notice
Due to current and forecasted weather conditions, a fire Restriction is now in effect for The Town of Pincher Creek, MD of Pincher Creeky, Village ...

Road Open - Christie Mines Road
August 29, 2023 - Christie Mines Road is now open and operational. We thank the public for their patience. August 22, 2023 3:00pm: Effective Imme...

Closure of Standpipes
Effective Immediately water standpipes at Cowley and Beaver Mines have been closed due to the ongoing water supply is...

Private Driveway Mowing
Due to lack of spring and in-season moisture combined with long durations of high temperatures and winds, drought conditions are continuing to impact ...

Ford F-150 Lightning
We have received our Ford F-150 Lightning! Funding from the MCCAC changed the economics of the MD of Pincher Creek pi...

Pincher Station - Road Reconstruction Project
Please note that work is planned to be starting on Monday July 31, 2023 and continuing into September on Pincher Station Rd / 3rd Ave within Pincher S...

Caution Motorists - Equipment on/near Road Side
Road side mowing has started. The contractor is beginning along #3a by the airport. Please watch for equipment along ...

Fisher Bridge Construction
Please be advised that Fisher bridge located at NW 26-07-W5, North of Lundbreck, was approved by Council for the repairs in early 2021 and is now open...

Pre-Qualified Contractors (Beaver Mines Project)
The Municipal District of Pincher Creek (MD) is opening a pre-qualification process to develop a list of pre-authorized contractors for private proper...

Street Sweeping Hamlets
Beginning next Tuesday (June 27) the street sweeper will be in Lundbreck to finish the Hamlet. Once they are done there, they will be moving to Beaver...

FortisAlberta
FortisAlberta will be in the area over the next several weeks. They are doing routine line maintenance. At this point, there is no effect on power in ...

Gravel and Grading Work
Do you live in the MD and are looking to have driveway maintenance completed this Spring? Do you know the proper steps to have gravel delivered and gr...

AER Announces New Closure Nomination Process
The program will enable Indigenous communities, landowners, and municipalities to nominate wells and facilities for closure The AER recently announ...

Drivers Please Use Caution
The MD of Pincher Creek is a beautiful place to go for a drive to take in the country's views. As we are entering road maintenance season, and are...

Climate Change Projections for Pincher Creek
Climate Change Projections for Pincher Creek - Final Report April 2023 ...

EV Chargers Now Available
EV charging now available at the Municipal District Administration building at 1037 Herron Ave. They are 48-amp chargers available at $3/hour...

Climate Vulnerability Assessment Report
A climate impact assessment workshop was held on March 1, 2023 at the MD of Pincher Creek Council Chambers. The goal of the session was to assess the...

Municipal Land Use Suitability Tool (MLUST)
The Municipal Land Use Suitability Tool was developed for Municipality of Pincher Creek with funds from Alberta Energy Efficiency. When municipal g...

Pre-Authorized Payment Plan - Utilities
The MD of Pincher Creek is pleased to offer all residents in Beaver Mines and Lundbreck the option of Pre-Authorized Utility Payments. What a...

Climate Change Resiliency and Adaptation Study
The Town and MD have partnered to secure funding from the Municipal Climate Change Action Center to undertake a Climate Change Resiliency and Adaptati...

BF – 7743 Bridge Closure Update: Range Road 21A over Gladstone Creek
It is now anticipated that multiple brief closures (less than 30 minutes) will occur over the course of about 1 week. Construction work will also limi...

Energy Efficiency Program
Fortis Alberta is working with Okos to conduct a 1-year trial for new energy efficiency equipment that includes air quality sensors, a smart thermosta...

Eco Centre Misuse
As a friendly reminder the Eco Centre hours of operation are 7:30 am to 5:30 pm 6 days a week (closed on Tuesdays). Also, it is under surveillance and...

2023 Budget
The MD is required by the Municipal Government Act to pass an operating and capital budget every year. The budget process is thorough and involves ...

Construction - 7 Gates Road
Please note that construction is expected to begin next week on a Culvert Replacement on the 7 Gates Road (North of Beaver Mines, off Highway 507). ...

Livestock Tax Deferral
How the Livestock Tax Deferral Works: https://agriculture.canada.ca/en/agriculture-and-environment/drought-watch-and-agroclimate/livestock-tax-de...

New Eco Centre!!
Take note of the following information regarding the Eco Centre: Eco Centre location is 1036 Herron Ave (between the MD Administration buildin...

Pre-Authorized Utility Payments
The MD of Pincher Creek is pleased to offer all residents in Beaver Mines and Lundbreck the option of Pre-Authorized Utility Payments. What a...

Rural Crime Watch Association
South West Alberta Rural Crime Watch Association Alberta Citizens on Patrol - South West Alberta Rural Crime Watch Association Building safer ...

Guide To Pest Wireworms
AAFC Guide To Pest Wireworms In Western Canadian Cropping Systems...

Wild Boar Prohibited in MD
Wild boars are not native to Alberta. In the 1980s and 1990s they were introduced in Alberta as livestock. At the time, there were no requirements to ...

Avian Influenza Information
Most producers will have been notified through the Premises Identification (PID) program but some people with smaller flocks may not know about the re...

Invasive Species Week - Common Burdock
On this first day of #InvasiveSpeciesWeek, remember that #invasivespecies have evolved many strategies to spread and reproduce in new areas. Com...

Invasive Species Week - Community Champion Alan Jacklin
Today for #InvasiveSpeciesWeek we honour a local Community Champion - Alan Jacklin - who dedicated his over three decade career to prevention and mana...

Test The Speed of Your Internet Service
Highspeed rural internet is critical for economic development, engaging in the digital economy, and working and learning from home. The Government ...

2021 MD Election
These are the unofficial results of the 2021 election. Official results will be posted later this week. Division One: Tony Bruder Div...

Lank Bridge Now Open
October 8, 2021 - Please note: Lank Bridge over the Oldman River has been inspected and is now open. Thank you to everyone for your patience during th...

Weed Of The Week #13 - Creeping Thistle AKA Canada Thistle (Cirsium arvense)
Noxious Under Alberta's Weed Control Act Submitted By Kelly Cooley, CoolPro Solutions Most people are aware of Creeping Thistle (most of...

MD Response to Coal Policy Engagement
MD of Pincher Creek No. 9 The Vision of the Council of the MD of Pincher Creek is a community that manages growth and supports our western he...

Weed Of The Week #12 - Common Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare)
Weed Of The Week #12 - Common Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) Noxious Under Alberta’s Weed Control Act Submitted By Kelly Cooley, CoolPro Solu...

Gladstone Road Update
After further review, the only portion of Gladstone that will be completed this Summer will be the original 0.6km hill and approach that was approved ...

Weed Of The Week #11 Common Mullein (Verbascum thapsus)
Weed Of The Week #11 Common Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) Noxious Under Alberta’s Weed Control Act Submitted...

Fire Ban
A Fire Ban is in effect July 27, 2021. For the The MD of Pincher Creek, Town of Pincher Creek and the Piikani Nation including the communi...

Weed(s) Of The Week #10 Dalmatian Toadflax (Linaria dalmatica)
Weed(s) Of The Week #10 Dalmatian Toadflax (Linaria dalmatica) Common Toadflax AKA Yellow Toadflax (Linaria vulgaris) Both Species ...

Weed Of The Week #9 - Blueweed (Echium vulgare)
Weed Of The Week #9 - Blueweed (Echium vulgare) Noxious Under Alberta’s Weed Control Act Submitted By Kelly Cooley, CoolPro So...

Weed of the Week - Yellowdevil Hawkweed
Weed(s) Of The Week #8 Yellowdevil Hawkweed (Pilosella glomerata AKA Hieracium glomeratum) Tall Hawkweed (Hieracium piloselloides) Currently U...

Alberta Native Bee Council
We often hear about the need to 'Save The Bees'. Most people think this means domesticated honey bees, which are actually introduced species n...

Weed of the Week - Orange Hawkweed
Orange Hawkweed (Hieracium aurantiacum AKA Pilosella aurantiaca) Prohibited Noxious Under Alberta's Weed Control Act Submitted By Kelly Cooley, ...

Weed of the Week - Tall Buttercup
Weed Of The Week #6 Tall Buttercup (Ranunculus acris) Noxious Under Alberta's Weed Control Act Submitted By Kelly Cooley, C...

PlayCleanGoWeek - Final day!
#PlayCleanGoWeek concludes today with a summary after a week of reminders on specific practical tips for applying PlayCleanGo principles to a wid...

Weed Of The Week - Oxeye Daisy
Weed Of The Week #5 Oxeye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare) Noxious Under Alberta's Weed Control Act Submitted By Kelly Cooley, CoolPro Solutio...

PlayCleanGoWeek - Day 7
#PlayCleanGoWeek continues as the sun (and wind) return on Day #7! Today we discuss keeping your animal companions free of #invasivespecies a...

PlayCleanGoWeek - Day 6
#PlayCleanGoWeek continues on a rainy Day #6 with a shout out to our wonderful gardening enthusiasts: remember to avoid planting #invasivespecies in t...

PlayCleanGoWeek - Day 5
#PlayCleanGoWeek continues on Day #5 with some much-needed rain showers here in Southwest Alberta, which will make mountain biking trails wet and...

Updated Pincher Creek Flood Study
The Alberta Government recently posted new study notices that provide general information about progress on different components of each p...

PlayCleanGoWeek - Day 4
#PlayCleanGoWeek continues on Day #4 with a Tuesday heads up to thoroughly clean your off-highway vehicles (OHV's) of #invasivespecies seeds that ...

Weed Of The Week - Leafy Spurge
Leafy Spurge (Euphorbia virgata AKA Euphorbia esula) Noxious Under Alberta's Weed Control Act Submitted By Kelly Cooley, CoolPro Solutions On...

PlayCleanGoWeek - Day 3
#PlayCleanGoWeek continues on Day #3 with a Monday reminder to thoroughly clean your RV (truck, camper, trailer) and tenting gear of #invasivespecies ...

PlayCleanGoWeek - Day 2
#PlayCleanGoWeek continues with a reminder to REPORT #invasive species you find! When you are out working or playing, and find plants you know are ...

PlayCleanGoWeek - Day 1
Welcome to #PlayCleanGoWeek - June 5th - 12th! If you're heading out on the trails today on foot, bike, horseback, or ATV please remember to th...

Weed of the Week - Field Scabious
Weed Of The Week Field Scabious AKA Bluebuttons (Knautia arvensis) Noxious Under Alberta's Weed Control Act Submitted By Kelly Cooley, Co...

Connect with the Coal Policy Committee
The Coal Policy Committee is excited to launch their engagement webpage where you will be able to interact with the committee in different ways. ...

Weed Of The Week - Wild Caraway (Carum carvi)
Noxious Under Local Municipal Bylaw Submitted By Kelly Cooley, CoolPro Solutions Photo Credits - Alberta Invasive Species Council Car...

Weed of the Week - Hoary Cress AKA Whitetop (Lepidium draba)
Hoary Cress AKA Whitetop (Lepidium draba) Noxious Under Alberta's Weed Control Act Submitted By Kelly Cooley, CoolPro Solutions Hoary Cress i...

Alberta Agriculture & Forestry Water Pumping Program
Alberta Agriculture & Forestry Water Pumping Program The Water Pumping Program is a service intended to assist producers in obtaining wate...

Pincher Creek Regional Recreation Master Plan
Pincher Creek Regional Recreation Master Plan Final March 2021...

Contractors and Tradespersons
The MD of Pincher Creek is compiling a directory of local service providers that can be pre-qualified for future proj...

Lundbreck Skateboard Park
Spring is in the air! The MD of Pincher Creek, in collaboration with the Lundbreck Citizens Council and Patton Park Society, have opened the Lundbreck...

2-1-1
211 Alberta is focused on building a comprehensive information & referral system accessible to all Albertans. The 211 system is an enhancement, no...

Utility Changes for Beaver Mines/Lundbreck
The Municipal District of Pincher Creek No 9. (MD) passed Utilities Bylaw 1320-20 at the Council meeting held on December 8, 2020. Included in Utiliti...

Castle Area Water Project Ribbon-Cutting
Yesterday the MD of Pincher Creek was pleased to gather various stakeholders for the Castle Area Water Project commissioning/ribbon-cuttin...

Letter Re: Oldman River Basin Water Allocation Order
At their Special meeting of February 2, 2021, Council, along with the Council for the MD of Ranchland, approved the following letter to the Alberta Go...

Test The Speed of Your Internet Service
Highspeed rural internet is critical for economic development, engaging in the digital economy, and working and learn...

Thank you Windy Slopes Health Foundation
On behalf of the Windy Slopes Health Foundation, a delightful volunteer dropped off these masks for Council to wear. ...

Service Canada - Ready to Help
Government is ready to help Canadians through the COVID-19 outbreak. Find financial help during COVID-19 Youth General Seniors ...

Working with Landowners
There are several unique challenges that MD residents, Council, and staff confront, but working together can make a difference. With over 1000 kilomet...

2021 Operating Budget Approval
The MD is required by the Municipal Government Act to pass an operating and capital budget every year. The budget process is thorough and involves ...

Attention: 2% LIQUID STRYCHNINE USERS
On March 4, 2020, Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) published the final re-evaluation decision on strychnine used to cont...

Rural Crime Watch
Want to be involved with South West Alberta Crime Watch? Be sure to “like” their page and message them for upcoming meetings, or ways that...

Federal Government Announces New Funding
Government of Canada expands Regional Relief and Recovery Fund to support more Western businesses. Minister Joly announces that additional funding ...

Updated Policies - C-AES 001/C-AES-002/C-CO-004
The administration is continuing to reevaluate and update policies as per Councils' direction. At their meeting of September 22, 2020, Council app...

Hamlet Residents - Animal Control
Residents are reminded that Bylaw 1198-10 (Animal Control) states that animals cannot be found running at large outside the property of the owners. ...

Provincial Proposal to Reduce Assessment
We need your support! Our Province has proposed reducing the assessed value of Wells, Pipelines, Machinery and Equipment for the Oil and Gas Sector...

MD Contractors and Tradespersons
MD Contractors and Tradespersons The MD of Pincher Creek is compiling a directory of local service providers that ca...

Intermunicipal Collaborative Framework Agreement (ICF)
On March 13th, prior to Covid-19, the Town and MD Councils signed and celebrated the newly formed Intermunicipal Collaborative Framework Agreement (IC...

AFFPA Promoting Local in partnership with the Government
Are you a FARM producer or small scale processor? ARRPA is looking to ADD you to their Membership and their FIND A FARM Map on their website! 2020 ...

Ribbon Cutting - PCCELC
July 3, 2020 This morning Reeve Hammond brought greetings from the MD at the ribbon cutting for the two Pincher Creek Community Early Learning Cent...

MD Approved for AMWWP Grant
What can we say? In a word, Grateful. This week it was confirmed by the Minister of Transportation, The Hon. Ric McIver, that the MD of Pinch...

Crowsnest/Pincher Creek Landfill Association Update Cardboard/Reuse Center
Recycling Cardboard Notice and Reuse Center ...

Changes to 2020 Taxes/Utilities
Due to COVID-19, Council altered its previously approved budget to maintain the tax rate from 2019. This revised budget can be viewed here. 2...

Reeve Brian Hammond and Mayor Don Anderberg Update on PCCELC
The decision having been made, to provide financial support to the PCCELC project, it is important to affirm that the decision was not made lightl...

Safety on Roads
The MD of Pincher Creek is a beautiful place to go for a drive to take in the country's views. As we are entering road maintenance season, and are...

Please Don't Trespass
To those visiting our MD and the beautiful South West region of Alberta, our MD is a mixture of ecological reserves, Provincial Parks, Provincial Recr...

Pincher Creek Physicians Letter to Community
To our valued community, We understand there has been a lot of confusion about what is happening with healthcare in Pincher Creek. We hope to...

MD Letter Regarding Rural Health Care
Dear Minister. Council at their meeting of April 28, 2020, discussed the on-going situation between the Alberta Medical Association and our own Pro...

Reeve Brian Hammond - 2020 Tax Update
Letter from Reeve Brian Hammond ...

Reeve Brian Hammond - Volunteer Appreciation
Dear Community Members This is Volunteer Appreciation week across our province, a moment in time when we have traditionally honored the many volunt...

Revised 2020 Budget
The MD is required by the Municipal Government Act to pass an operating and capital budget every year. The budget process is thorough and involves ...

PCCELC Survey Results
In March, Council requested a survey to gauge an understanding of how residents felt about the Pincher Creek Community Early Learning Centers (PCCELC)...

New Food Bank Phone Number
Food Bank new phone number. Arrangements have to be made for pick up or delivery of hampers by calling 403 632 6716...

Crowsnest/Pincher Creek Landfill Association Changes
The Landfill is operating with our regular business hours for now. Mondays – Saturday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. The scale is operating as usu...

Reeve Brian Hammond Community Update
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Essential Services
A list of essential services via Alberta Government: Click here...

Social Services Support Fund
Overview The Alberta Government is providing $30 million to municipalities, charitable and non-profit organizations to provide help to in...

Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to assist with-in our community with Food Bank, deliveries, virtually. Volunteers will be contacted by email or phone. To reg...

Help Prevent the Spread
Video encourages Albertans to help prevent the spread ...

Snow Event Preparedness
Winter Story Warning in effect from Environment Canada for MD and area. Hazardous winter conditions are expected. MD crews are prepared for the wee...

Health Link 811
The Municipal District of Pincher Creek is keeping a close eye on the developing COVID-19 situation and continues to receive daily updates from the Pr...

Updated Policy C-PW-003 Winter Maintenance
Council, at their meeting of February 25, 2020, updated corporate policy: C-PW-003 WINTER MAINTENANCE OF MUNICIPALLY DIRECTED, CONTROLLED AND MANAG...

Beaver Mines Project Update - Lift Station and Force Main
January 30, 2020 Please note you will see activity across the street from the Beaver Mines Store today. The MD's contractors have begun clearin...

Beaver Mines Project Update - Wastewater Treatment
January 22, 2020 The Municipal District of Pincher Creek No. 9 is pleased to announce that it will be proceeding with one of the land locations sub...

2019 Fall Newsletter
2019 Fall Newsletter...

Winter Safety Tip from Operator Joh
My name is Joh, and I am an operator for the MD of Pincher Creek. Winter is here again, which means its time to clear the roads and streets. As the se...

Winter Safety Tip: Plowing Snow onto MD Road
Winter Safety Tip: Pushing snow from driveways across MD roads. Did you know that when you push snow ac...

Updated Landfill Information
The Crowsnest/Pincher Creek Landfill Association Phone (403) 628-3849 Fax (403) 628-2258 Manager - Emile Saindon Hours of Opera...

Safety Message - Cattle Drives
Due to the large accumulation of snow this past weekend, many cattle are ready to come home earlier than anticipated. Please be aware when driving ...

Weekend Procedures During Major Snow Event
With the current winter storm watch in effect for the Municipality, Public Works had a busy few days preparing equipment for this weather event. Th...

Beaver Mines Project Update - September 24, 2019
Beaver Mines Regional Water Supply Contracts 1 All restoration work completed with the exception of grass seeding at disturbed areas. ...

ICF Media Release - August 7, 2019
Media Release - August 7, 2019 ...

Municipalities Ready to Respond Together
Municipalities Ready to Respond Together August 28, 2019 Today at 1:00 p.m. at the Pincher Creek Fire Hall, three identical bylaws were signed. ...

ICF Media Release
MEDIA RELEASE INFORMATION TO SHARE (ICF Committee Approved) June 21, 2019 MD & Town working together for many years to maximize ser...

Public Service Announcement - Safety on our Roads
Hi, my name is Mike and I am an equipment operator for the M.D. of Pincher Creek No.9. I may look like a grader, a gravel truck or a nuisance slowing ...

ICF Feedback Form
Your input is valuable and most appreciated by the ICF Committee, Town and MD staff, and, both Councils. Please note that this input will be provided ...

Beaver Mines Questionnaire Results
This past spring a Residential Engagement Survey was circulated to the Beaver Mines community. The results of that survey are provided here with a bri...

Water Pumping Program
Provides assistance to producers in securing adequate water supplies for domestic, livestock or agricultural purposes. For a nominal fee, a produce...