Town of Stony Plain

The Government of Alberta will be easing restrictions on outdoor gatherings, personal services, and funeral ceremonies beginning January 18. Read the full update below for the details.

Hey local artists! Have you heard of the Infectious Tales project? The community art project brings the Tri-Region together to explore and express pandemic experiences through art. Visit the website linked below to learn more and get involved.

Did you catch the fireworks show on New Year’s Eve? Please join us in sending a very warm Stony Plain thank you to the Stony Plain Kinsmen for sponsoring the show and to the Parkland Search and Rescue Society team for helping out with traffic control!

Now hiring! We are currently accepting applications for a Fire Services Clerk with the Stony Plain Fire Department. You will work closely with fire services staff to assist with clerical duties including data entry, filing, mail distribution, as well as providing customer service for incoming calls and walk in patrons. Learn more and apply online http://ow.ly/t91N50D8AeU

Every action makes a difference. Stay home and get tested if you are sick or experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms. Have a cough, fever, runny nose, shortness of breath or sore throat? It’s mandatory to isolate for at least 10 days. Visit alberta.ca/covid-19-testing-in-alberta.aspx

Looking for COVID-19 support for your business? Through Alberta Biz Connect you can access financial supports, workplace guidance, and contact the Biz Connect team for additional questions you may have. Details at alberta.ca/bizconnect.

January 17 is the LAST DAY to bring your Christmas tree in for chipping! Residents can drop off their tree at the Rotary Recycling Centre any day from 8AM to 4:30PM. The mulch from your Christmas tree is used for landscaping around our community, so Don’t Just Trash It!

Council is getting ready to meet at 5PM tonight. You can tune in through our YouTube channel http://ow.ly/xooT50CiOSe. Wondering what’s on the agenda? Check out the full agenda package on our website http://ow.ly/tSOb50CiOSd

On the fifth day of Christmas Town advent gave to me five sugar cook-ies! You might not be able to have five, but today's feature business You & I Massage Therapy Inc Stony Plain has a sweet treat for visitors! Check out today’s advent calendar entry for the business spotlight, daily activity, craft, and recipe! http://ow.ly/jeLe50CAADu

The COVID-19 pandemic can have a significant impact on Albertans' mental health. Resources are available if you need help: Mental Health Help Line: 1-877-303-...2642 Addiction Help Line: 1-866-332-2322 Text COVID19HOPE to 393939 alberta.ca/mentalhealth See more

Congratulations to all the finalists this year!

Never miss collection day with the 2021 Household Waste Collection Schedule! View this year’s schedule on our website http://ow.ly/Jdq650CmdRh

Join the Stony Plain Golf Course team! We are currently hiring a Teaching Professional. Find a full job description and more details on our website http://ow.ly/yw0W50CtZ5T

Check off everything on your shopping list with our local shops! Shop the Season with this year’s WHERE Edmonton Magazine Gift Guide. Don’t forget to enter the giveaway draw for a chance to win! The draw will close December 17 at 4:30PM http://ow.ly/bfyk50Cnqc7

Winterizing for the season? A reminder a development permit is required for RVs parked in your front yard or driveway for more than 7 days between November 1 and March 31. As per the Land Use Bylaw (section 4), you may park your RV in the rear yard or side yard without a permit if it does not encroach into the required front, flankage, or side yard setbacks for your property. All parked RVs must not impede emergency access to any area on the site or encroach onto a sidewalk or road right of way. Illegally parked RVs are subject to fines! Learn more about RV Parking on our website http://ow.ly/Y0ac50CAypy

LIVE at 4:30 - Watch Alberta's Chief Medical Officer of Health and officials provide an update on COVID-19 and the ongoing work to protect public health.

Please share: Update 10:53PM RCMP expect Hwy 16a will reopen by midnight. ------------- Update 9:12PM... Hwy 16a between Range Road 11 and 12 is still closed. Please use an alternate route. ---------------- Update 6:54PM Traffic is being detoured to Hwy 779 and Range Road 12. Hwy 16a will be closed between Range Road 11 and 12 for the next few hours. -------- Original post 6:10PM Hwy 16a between Range Road 11 & 12 is closed in both directions for the next few hours. There has been a traffic incident. RCMP and Peace Officers are on scene. Avoid the area.

Now in its 11th year, the Ambassador of Action Business Award celebrates local businesses who demonstrate growth through improvement and expansion. We were excited to announce Whimsical Vintage Creations as this year's recipient! Congratulations to all our finalists and to our winner.

This year's Award of Creative Excellence was presented to the Stony Plain & Parkland Pioneer Museum's Model Train Exhibit. Amazing work everyone and congratulations!

What do you think of the new street art in the CN Tunnel? Last quarter, the Town was joined by artists for street art presentations and a workshop for youth. Read more Q3 highlights in the latest report http://ow.ly/TQ1B50CtLmR

Missed the meeting? Stay in the loop by reading the latest Council Highlights http://ow.ly/A9RI50CtN0A

Start your holiday shopping early with our local businesses! There is no shortage of unique gifts and gadgets around town, so why not shop local this season? Give the latest blog a read to learn more about upcoming events and local deals http://ow.ly/t4xm50CoeLP

Are you a farmer, rancher, or landowner? Do you work in or support the agriculture sector? We want to hear from stakeholders! Join us for engagement sessions in municipalities around the region this fall or submit your written input. Find out more: https://letstalkramp.ca

Shop the Season! Find the perfect gifts for your loved ones with this year’s digital WHERE Edmonton Magazine Wish Book featuring local Stony Plain products. This year, we will be doing a giveaway of all our featured gifts too! Find the link to the giveaway contest in the comments

Be a part of history and help us develop our first ever regional agriculture plan. We want to hear from individuals in the agriculture sector on how to plan land use to support our agricultural and agri-foods sectors, while balancing regional growth. Find out more: https://letstalkramp.ca

Get your best holiday gel pens and paper ready! Today's advent activity is a chance for your family to share some holiday magic with the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces http://ow.ly/ujon50CAWQI

What’s next for Stony Plain? The Corporate Plan 2021 2023 provides an outline of projects planned for the next three years. You can read the full plan online http://ow.ly/pevZ50CqjvP

Tune in through our YouTube channel for tonight’s Regular Council Meeting! The meeting will start at 5PM http://ow.ly/kRk750CiOHo

Every action helps prevent the spread of COVID-19. When out in public, stay 2 metres away from others when possible, and wear a mask when it’s not. alberta.ca/masks

Have you picked up a Christmas ornament yet? This year’s design features the street art style! You can pick up an ornament from the Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce office Monday to Friday, 8:30AM to 4:30PM while supplies last. Please note there is a limit of one ornament per household!

We’re working on developing a Tourism Master Plan and want to hear from you! Share your input on tourism development with our online survey open until December 18 http://ow.ly/KAxG50CqGRl Virtual workshops will also be held on December 8 2:30PM 4PM and December 9 10AM - 11:30AM. Participants must register to join in on each session http://ow.ly/SpdX50CqGRn

Crayons at the ready! Today's Winter Light Up craft involves colouring contests for kids and big 'kids' alike! Take a peek at today's advent entry for downloadable colouring pages and more fun activities for the family http://ow.ly/pv6450CC5Tq Share your festive adventures with #WinterLightUp!

Need a permit? A reminder to residents an appointment is needed for services at Town Office. You can book an appointment by phone or email at 780-963-2151 or [email protected].

Bonjour! Guten tag! Konnichiwa! Did you know our website can be translated to a variety of languages? You can find the ‘Translate’ option at the top of the webpage.

Never leave food unattended! Stay in the kitchen while you are frying, grilling, or broiling food. Need to run out for a few minutes? Remember to turn the oven off! Check out the Fire Prevention Week section on our website for more fire safety pointers www.stonyplain.com/firedepartment

The Highlights from last night's Governance and Priorities Meeting are hot off the press! http://ow.ly/Kmjb50BLatd

Good news! All our outdoor rinks and Rotary Park are now open for use (weather permitting). A reminder to users capacity limits are in place: Rinks: 10 skaters at one time Rotary Park: 30 skaters at one time Please check our website for rinks status, schedules, and hours http://ow.ly/R5TO50CBR3M. No private bookings are being accepted at this time. Happy skating!

Some spooky (but safe) Halloween tips

Did you know the leading cause of home fires is unattended cooking? Keep an eye on your family dinner! Check back for daily tips and reminders about fire safety for you and your family. Visit www.stonyplain.com/firedepartment and head to the Fire Prevention Week tab for more fire safety tips!

Look what rolled up! Our new buses are here and they are looking great. The Stony Plain transit service is preparing for its 2021 debut. Stay tuned for more information!

Join in on a special evening of poetry! Our very own Poet Laureate, Lisa Mulrooney, will be launching her new Haiku Poetry Book. Visit the event page for more details.

It’s time for another Governance and Priorities Meeting! Tune in tonight at 6PM through our YouTube channel to follow along https://bit.ly/2NWZbap View the full agenda at: www.stonyplain.com/agenda

Winter is a great time to get out and enjoy the fresh powder, but please be aware snowmobiling is not permitted in town limits as per the Traffic Bylaw. Those who violate the bylaw may be subject to a Violation Ticket. Learn more about off-road vehicle restrictions in the Traffic Bylaw on page 21 http://ow.ly/p9Oq50CAxWd

Serve up fire safety in the kitchen! Fire Prevention Week kicks off today and this year, the focus is on fire safety in the kitchen. Check out the latest news release for more information http://ow.ly/RXFe50BIWR5

Mandatory restrictions are in place for sports and fitness activities in all areas under enhanced status regions in the province. Sports and fitness activities ...have a high risk of COVID-19 spread due to exertion of participants, and they can involve mixing and mingling of participants or spectators before, during, or after the class or activity. Restrictions apply to all levels of sport including professional, semi-professional, junior, collegiate/universities and amateur. Gyms and fitness facilities can be open for individual studio time, training or exercise only in regions under enhanced status. Instructors can use facility to broadcast virtual fitness classes. There can be no group fitness, group classes, group training, team practices or games at this time. Outdoor sport, recreation and physical activity is permitted, as long as they are physically distanced, follow guidance and abide by the outdoor gathering limit of 10 people maximum. Learn more: www.alberta.ca/enhanced-public-health-measures.aspx

Signing up for electronic billing is quick and easy! Reduce paper waste by having your utility bills emailed to you every month. Register for E-billing today: www.stonyplain.com/signup

Parents can now securely access their child's COVID-19 test results online using MyHealth Records. Parents will be able to check and print test results as soon... as they are available, 24/7. To view your child’s test results, you'll need the child's personal health number and the date of their COVID-19 test. To learn more and sign up for a free MyHealth Records account, visit alberta.ca/myhealthrecords

Join Council at the next Public Input Session! Pre-register for an opportunity to address Council and discuss issues not on the Council Meeting Agenda: http://ow.ly/iDtC50BgnuB. A reminder that physical distancing guidelines are in place and all speakers must pre-register.

Alberta Transportation (AT) has informed the Town the Highway 779 construction project is scheduled to be extended into the 2021 construction season. As reported by AT, the project has encountered a number of issues that have resulted in delays. Read the latest news release for more information http://ow.ly/XKWV50BH9KJ

Are you a volunteer looking for local opportunities? You can find information on volunteering around Stony Plain on our website! Find out more about volunteer opportunities at: https://bit.ly/30Z33NU