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The Town of Stony Plain Honours the Passing of Former MLA Erin Babcock

On behalf of the citizens of Stony Plain, Mayor Choy and Council extend their deepest condolences to family and loved ones of former Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Erin Babcock, upon receiving news of her passing after a lengthy battle with cancer. 

“Erin made a valuable impact on Stony Plain and our citizens during her term as MLA,” says Mayor William Choy. “She made a difference, her compassionate determination as an advocate for Stony Plain will be remembered fondly. We thank her family...

New Online Program Empowers Community to Support Seniors

Everyone in the Tri-Region is invited to become SeniorConnectors through the new SeniorConnect
Tri-Region program! This free online training program will train people how to recognize and respond to
seniors in need and it is made available through a partnership between Spruce Grove Family and Community
Support Services (FCSS) and Stony Plain FCSS. The program will train everyday people to identify seniors
experiencing challenges and empower them to help the senior connect to community supports.

“Many...

Stony Plain COVID 19 Response Requires Staff Lay-Offs

After reviewing the impacts of COVID 19 on the Town’s services and finances, the Town has made decisions that require temporary lay-offs and changes to its workforce.

COVID 19 and the Public Health Directives regarding facility closures and social distancing have affected the Town since early March and this impact is expected to be ongoing through 2020. The Town is not expecting the resumption of programming, events and other municipal services prior to September of this year and efforts continue...

Social Services Funding

Effective April 21, 2020, the Government of Alberta will be temporarily suspending applications for the $30 million in emergency social services funding to charities, not-for-profits and civil society organizations to support their COVID-19 response. Government has received over 600 applications. Current applications are being reviewed, and approvals for urgent requests will occur before reopening intake of applications. 

Mayor’s Task Force launches #StonyPlainTogether Social Media Campaign

With the ongoing impacts of COVID-19 on the community, the need for social cohesion and resiliency has never been more important. The newly formed Mayor’s Task Force on COVID-19 – Social Stream has been established to prioritize the wellness of the community during this time of uncertainty. 

“We know this is a challenging time for everyone, and we are actively searching for ways to alleviate stress and provide resources to maintain quality of life for residents,” says Mayor William Choy. “COVID-19...