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January 2026

Snow Removal


Residential snow removal is underway!


To find out when your street will be cleared, please watch our website at www.blackfalds.ca/roads, follow us on social media, or sign up for Blackfalds Connect and get updates sent straight to your phone!


To see our Snow & Ice Removal policy, or the snow removal route map, please visit the link above.

Rally to the Rink


Win season tickets for next year's Blackfalds Bulldogs hockey games!


Before and after every Bulldogs home game, participants can engage in a thrilling quest by following clues, learning more about Blackfalds' rich history, and experiencing the vibrant culture!


You can unlock exclusive discounts on tickets for Bulldogs games and earn points that could lead you to win season tickets for 2026/27!


Download the Driftscape app and join the Rally to the Rink for home games!

Advertise with Us!


It is the time of year to submit your advertisements in the upcoming Town of Blackfalds Spring/Summer 2026 Program & Activity Guide. 

 

Advertising in the Town of Blackfalds' Program and Activity Guide offers your organization the chance to reach an audience who enjoys a wide range of recreational, social and leisure activities.


For more details, please click here!

Stay Informed with Blackfalds Connect!

Register today and never miss out on the latest news, events, weather, and alert messages from the Town of Blackfalds!


Messages will be sent straight to your phone, email, or via voice call.

For all Town news visit blackfalds.ca/news
Notice to Residents
Citizen Request Portal
Our Citizen Request Portal gives residents simple access to Town services and reports any issues you find around Town; whether that be icy sidewalks, a fallen tree, street sweeping, etc.

Garbage/Recycling Collection


The Town of Blackfalds’ recycling program is now managed by Circular Materials, a national not-for-profit organization that is committed to building an efficient and effective recycling system in Alberta. Click here to visit Circular Materials’ website specific to Blackfalds!


Who should you contact now?



Residential recycling concerns/complaints: 587-217-1975 or email EPR-alberta@e360s.ca


Waste/Organics: E360S dispatch | 403-341-9300 or by email at rddispatch@E360S.ca


Garbage/Recycling Cart Placement
The automated arms on the collection truck need to clasp and lift the carts. If there isn’t enough space for the equipment to operate correctly, your carts will not be emptied.

Leave at least 1 m (3 ft) around your carts so you can comfortably walk between and around them.

Proposals & Tenders
The Town of Blackfalds posts all Requests for Proposals (RFP) and Tenders that are open for submissions on our website!

See more on the Proposals & Tenders webpage or if you have any questions regarding an RFP or tender, please call the Town office at 403.885.4677.
Career Opportunities
The Town of Blackfalds is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals interested in applying for any positions to submit their cover letter and resume via our applicant tracking system!

Community Events

Jim Hurley Free Skate


Presented by the Blackfalds Ag Society, Jim Hurley Free Skate is a great opportunity to lace up your skates and come on out for some free, family fun!


Sun | Jan 11, 18, 25

6:15 pm - 7:30 pm | Free
Arena 2 | Eagle Builders Centre


*Helmets strongly recommended.

*No shoes or strollers permitted on the ice.

PD Day Drop-In Skate


Come and enjoy some fun and exercise as you hit the ice at the Eagle Builders Centre Arena on Fridays.


Fri | Jan 30, Feb 20, Mar 13

1:30 - 3:30 pm | FREE

Arena 2 | Eagle Builders Centre


*Helmets strongly recommended.

*No hockey sticks, shoes or strollers permitted on the ice.

Winterfest


Free family skate in Arena 1, Blackfalds Fire Department BBQ by donation, and family bingo!


Feb 16 | 12:00 - 3:00 pm

Eagle Builders Centre | FREE

Don't miss another event! Bookmark blackfalds.ca/events
Programs & Activities

Winter Program & Activity Guide


The Winter 2026 Program & Activity Guide is now online and registration for programming is open!


Discover Fitness, Youth, and Arts & Culture programs, connect through Vibrant Living 50+, and take part in community highlights like Winterfest and the Easter Egg-stravaganza.


Printed copies will be available at the Abbey Centre and Civic Centre starting December 19!

Check it out online here: bit.ly/4rzvuxT

FCSS Youth Programming


We have several youth programs coming up and registration is now open!


  • Child Safe Canada: Home Alone
  • Child Safe Canada: Internet Safety
  • Youth Cooking Club (full)
  • Red Cross Babysitters Course
  • Expressive Arts: Inspirational T-Shirts
  • Expressive Arts: Self-Expression through Watercolours
  • Life Literacy Youth Series: Building More than a Resume


For details, prices, and more information, please click here!

Arts & Culture Programming


  • Dried Flower Hoops | Jan 14
  • Try It! Line Dancing | Jan 14
  • Button Tree Art | Jan 22


For details, prices, and more information, please click here!

Register today! Set up an online account for online registration.
Complete the Online Account Setup Form and email to Guest Services.

Abbey Centre News

Program Registration OPEN!


Morning Spin & Stretch

Strollersize

Pilates

Beginner Spin

Yoga Flow

Spin 30:30

STRONG Nation

HardCORE

Spin 50

Yin Yoga

Strength & Conditioning

Dance Beatz

Yoga/Pilates Fusion


Winter Session 1 starting mid January!


To see full program descriptions, times, and prices, please click here!

Visit the Abbey Centre website for more information or email to Guest Services.

Town Council

Regular Council (RCC) and

Standing Committee meetings (SCC) are open to the public and broadcasted online. Catch them live-streamed on the Town's YouTube channel.


Please note that video, images, and audio contained in a live stream or recording must not be altered, re-purposed, or republished without the permission of Council.


Watch Live Stream here.

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Meeting agendas and schedules can be viewed online here.

The next scheduled RCC Meeting dates and times are:

  • Tuesday, Jan 13 at 6:00pm
  • Tuesday, Jan 27 at 6:00pm


The next scheduled SCC Meeting dates and times are:

  • Monday, Jan 19 at 6:00pm
Find all Town news, events, programs and services on our website
www.blackfalds.ca
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