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Rail Safety Week - September 18 to 24, 2023

WHEREAS Rail Safety Week is to be held across Canada from September 18 to 24, 2023; and

WHEREAS 232 railway crossing and trespassing incidents occurred in Canada in 2022; resulting in 66 avoidable fatalities and 43 avoidable serious injuries; and,

WHEREAS educating and informing the public about rail safety (reminding the public that railway rights-of-way are private property, enhancing public awareness of the dangers associated with highway rail grade crossings, ensuring pedestrians and motorists...

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National Forest Week — September 17 to 23, 2023

WHEREAS Canada’s forests are a valuable, renewable resource that contribute to our economy and the livelihoods of our communities; and

WHEREAS Canada’s forests play a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems, clean air and water and wildlife habitat whilst being an important aspect of climate change mitigation efforts; and

WHEREAS The Town of Stony Plain and its citizens rely on the surrounding forests for livelihood, health, and recreation; and

WHEREAS This annual one-week campaign with the...

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New Permanent Fire Pit and Rock Seating at Rotary Park

STONY PLAIN, AB: Rotary Park has recently completed a permanent landscaped fire pit with rock seating. This exciting addition to the park will offer year-round enjoyment for the community.

Parks and Leisure Services Supervisor Darcy Carter reflected on the success of the temporary fire ring placed in the park last winter "A temporary fire ring was introduced in Rotary Park for the winter season, and the response was overwhelmingly positive. We listened to what our residents want and are now...

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