News Releases

Regular Council Meeting Highlights for June 10

Recreation Facility Debenture – Bylaw 2693/DEB/24 Receives Second and Third Readings

Construction for the Community Recreation Facility is set to begin in 2024. The Recreation Facility includes dry sports amenities and a six-sheet curling facility, with an estimated budget of $41,651,871. In order to complete the project, a debenture borrowing of $31,451,871 is required. This project is part of the 2024-2026 Corporate Plan and the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan.

During the Regular Council Meeting held on...

Small Scale Urban Garden Returns to Stony Plain After Successful First Season

Last year the Town of Stony Plain, in collaboration with MicroHabitat Urban Farming Ltd. and the Stony Plain Golf Course, introduced a small-scale urban garden to the community. This project aimed to bring the principles of urban agriculture closer to home, fostering sustainability and community engagement. 

In 2023, two urban agriculture workshops held at the garden introduced residents and gardeners from the town to the principles and operation of urban agriculture and gardening. After a...

Governance & Priorities Meeting Highlights for June 3

RCMP Municipal Crime Statistics Report Presented to Council

At last night’s Council Meeting, Inspector Kevin McGillivray provided a presentation of the crime statistics for the Town of Stony Plain for the months of January to April 2024. The RCMP presents crime statistics to Council twice, annually. Inspector McGillivray highlighted the increase in RCMP community involvement through events such as coaching young sporting teams and the Emergency Preparedness event. This presentation aligns with...

Stony Plain and Spruce Grove Announce Final Phase of Joint Trail Connection Project

STONY PLAIN, and SPRUCE GROVE, AB: The Town of Stony Plain and the City of Spruce Grove are pleased to announce the beginning of construction on the final phase of the Joint Trail Connection project, a collaborative effort aimed at enhancing connectivity and quality of life for residents of both municipalities.

The Joint Trail Connection project, developed jointly by Stony Plain and Spruce Grove, aims to create essential pathways for commuting residents and outdoor enthusiasts, fostering...

Uproot Abuse Campaign Raises Awareness of Elder Abuse Across the Tri-Municipal Region

STONY PLAIN, AB: The Tri-Municipal Region is once again raising awareness of elder abuse this June in honour of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Residents are encouraged to join the Uproot Abuse campaign to increase awareness of elder abuse and build a strong network to better support seniors in the region.

Community events led by the Tri-Region Elder Abuse (TREA) Coordinated Community Response will be hosted at local libraries on June 15. Events will be hosted at:

• Stony Plain Public Library (5216...