Smoke From BC Fires
The heavy smoke that is currently settling over the Edson Forest Area and Yellowhead County Fire Area is not produced by a nearby wildfire.
Smoke From BC Fires
The heavy smoke that is currently settling over the Edson Forest Area and Yellowhead County Fire Area is not produced by a nearby wildfire.
FIRE ADVISORY NOTICE for the Yellowhead County Fire Permit Area. EFFECTIVE: May 2, 2024
Link below for details. Updates at albertafirebans.ca
Are you prepared for a disaster? Without a plan and some key items prepared for an emergency or disaster, things can go from bad to worse quickly. Plan for you, your family, your pets, and your livestock. There are plenty of resources available for planning and during an emergency.
Road Ban Order #128 was put in place on May 8, 2024. This replaces Order #127 from May 3. The new order covers road bans located in Yellowhead County. Click the link below for details.
We invite your input on an update to the Municipal Development Plan (MDP) and the Land Use Bylaw (LUB). Click below to view the 2024 Draft MDP & LUB, and Information Slides. Take the online questionnaire until May 15, 2024. Public Hearing is scheduled for June 25, 2024.
Yellowhead County Fire Department (YCFD) is recruiting. It doesn’t matter if you are a veteran firefighter looking for a new challenge or have no public safety experience, there’s a role for you here at YCFD.
Construction set to begin on new recreation facility in Summer 2024, including an arena, swimming pool, a curling rink, a gymnasium and more.
Yellowhead County has put the main Transfer Station Card program on hold. However, residents can use their cards for free dumping at the Edson Landfill. More details below.
The Parks & Recreation Service Provision Framework was adopted by Council on March 26, 2024.
Construction commenced at 8:00 am today on Yellowhead County’s Broadband expansion project.
Construction vehicles will have 3CIS cresting on their trucks so that residents can identify employees.
Residents will be asked if they wish to have conduit, fibre or wireless node, brought to their homes. Employees will have company identification.
Please be advised that there is no charge to the residents to have the conduit, fibre or wireless node brought into their property and connected to the exterior of their homes.
Federal & Provincial Broadband Funding
Yellowhead County has been chosen as one of 14 projects in Alberta to receive federal and provincial funding to create better internet connectivity and improved internet speeds for our residents. View full video presentation from Mayor Williams.
2023 Disaster After Action Report
The Yellowhead County 2023 Disaster After Action Report was presented at the March 6, 2024 Special Council Meeting. The full report is available to the public and the presentation to council can be viewed until Friday March 8, 2024 at 4:00 PM.
Community & Contractor Equipment List
Yellowhead County is looking for residents and contractors who have equipment and are interested in working with Yellowhead County to assist in wildland firefighting efforts.
Changes to Animal Drop-Off at Edson Pound
The Edson Pound is no longer accepting drop-offs of dogs or cats found in Yellowhead County by members of the public. County Peace Officers will still be taking dogs to the pound.
The power lines and poles in your area, including a section crossing Solomon Creek, are scheduled for maintenance. Construction will take place between April 15 – June 28, 2024. See link for locations.