Fire Restriction in Effect

Due to the increasingly dry conditions, the FIRE ADVISORY has been upgraded to a FIRE RESTRICTION, for Saddle Hills County. 

Prohibited

Open campfires in back country or random areas, fireworks and exploding targets on crown land, brush and debris burning for non-agricultural purposes, controlled burns of brush piles greater than 2 cubic meters in size

Allowed with Caution

Campfires in non-combustible, manufactured firepits, charcoal briquettes in approved barbeques, portable propane firepits, gas or propane stoves and barbeques, catalytic or infrared style heaters, wood fires in an enclosed facility or device, which has a chimney with a spark arrestor, burning barrels that are a minimum distance of 30 m away from structures and 6 m away from combustible materials.

 

Hand-piled agricultural brush and debris burning that is less than 2 cubic meters in size is allowed, if it is in a cultivated field or another fire guard is in place, a Fire Suppression Plan is in place, and Municipal Notification Requirements have been met

Volunteer Appreciation

At Saddle Hills County we are incredibly grateful for the hard work put in by members of our community to make our home an amazing place to live. From Volunteer Firefighters and Medical First Responders, to Community Groups and Organizations, School Groups, neighbours, and individuals, we appreciate the help provided at every level.

Every year the County provides opportunities for volunteer appreciation, recognizing the contributions and achievements of community members. Each of the five Volunteer Fire Departments has an annual event of their choosing, typically around Christmas, provided by the County, and a yearly Volunteer Appreciation BBQ is held at Moonshine Lake Provincial Park, with recognition given to both the volunteer first responders and nominated members of the community. 

Volunteers are nominated by other members of the community, using our Volunteer Nomination Form, providing details of their contributions, which are then published online and in print. Nominated volunteers are invited to the annual BBQ where there is a supper and door prizes available, as well as a presentation by the Reeve and Council.

Should you like any additional information on volunteer opportunities or recognition, please contact our Communications Coordinator at (780) 864-3760 or email communications@saddlehills.ab.ca

More Information:

Applications, Licences & Permits

Complete applications, licenses, and permits online with ease.

Boards and Committees

Board and Committee information, including ASB, MPC, Library Board, and SDAB. 

Community Support Programs

Grants and bursaries, subsidies, Christmas Hampers, FCSS, and home support services

Volunteer Fire Departments

Volunteer Firefighter applications and Fire Department information

Medical First Responders

Medical First Responder applications and volunteer information

Grant & Bursaries

Grants and bursaries offered to organizations, groups, and students

Contact Us

Saddle Hills
Junction of Hwy 49 & Secondary Hwy 725
RR1, Spirit River AB
T0H 3G0
T. 780-864-3760
Fax 780-864-3904
Toll-free 1-888-864-3760
frontdesk@saddlehills.ab.ca

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