Slave Lake Covid-19 Numbers for May 13th 2021

The Slave Lake region currently has 46 active cases of the Covid-19 virus from the most recent update of May 13th 2021. There has been a total of 357 cases, with 311 recovered. There has been no change in active, recovered, or total cases since yesterday....

Slave Lake Covid-19 Numbers for May 12th 2021

The Slave Lake region currently has 46 active cases of the Covid-19 virus from the most recent update of May 12th 2021. There has been a total of 357 cases, with 311 recovered.

The next update will occur when the new numbers are released by the Alberta Gov...

Town Office Will Remain Closed to the Public Until Further Notice

Service Update.

As a result of the new provincial restrictions, the decision has been made for the Town office to remain closed to the public. We will reassess our operations again on May 24th.  We will continue providing services remotely during ...

Barton Park Update: Insurance Claim Filed for Damages

The Town of Slave Lake has filed an insurance claim for the damages to the playground resulting from the fire in Barton Park on Saturday night.  The affected playground structure is fenced off.  Residents are asked not to enter the fence...

Barton Park is Closed Until Further Notice Due to Fire Damage

Barton Park, also known as Nacho Park, in the Southwest Quadrant of Slave Lake is closed until further notice due to fire damage. Please stay away from the equipment in the park.

Fix Our Highways Letter Campaign

We’re glad that you want to help FIX OUR HIGHWAYS!

We need everyone within the community to raise their voices so that we can all be heard. The damage that is currently common on our Highways within the region is unacceptable. Much more work needs to occur...

Drone Photography Supplied by Jamey Gervais at JDG Productions

The Drone Photography used by the town is supplied by Jamey Gervais at JDG Productions. Jamey Gervais provides aerial photography & videography, as well as post production services in Slave Lake.

Jamey GervaisDrone Photography(780) 499-8401jamey.gervai...

Upcoming Highway Maintenance

The Town of Slave Lake Administration has contacted Alberta Transportation to obtain more details on the planned highway maintenance for our region this construction season.  The following information has been provided.

1. Alberta Government has reta...

Submit Your Event to the Community Calendar

Have an Upcoming Event? Be sure to advertise it on our Community Calendar Today!

Want Your Community Event advertised on the Town's Community Calendar? Be sure to fill out the following online form found here

Want your Community Event advertised on...

Your Questions For Slave Lake VLOGS

The Town of Slave Lake has launched a series of VLOGS. 

These VLOGS will be on council news, budgets, upcoming events, and much more. 

But thats not all. We want to address your questions directly. We want residents to submit their questio...

Advertise on the Digital Signs Today!

Have an upcoming Event? Looking to get your message out? Why not advertise on the Town’s Electronic Signs.

If you are a business and want to advertise click on the link here

If you are a not-for-profit and want to advertise click on the link here...

Grant Approved for Town's Municipal Asset Management Program

The Town of Slave Lake has embarked on a process to improve its asset management.  This includes having Facility Condition Assessments completed for Town owned buildings; the creation of formal preventative maintenance schedules based on these as...

Positive Parent Program is Here to Support Every Parent

The Positive Parent Program is Here to Support Every Parent through the development of positive parenting skills and the building of healthy relationships. 

For more information, call or text 587-516-6675.

Read on...

Multi Rec Centre Field House and Track Re-opening for Individual and Same Household Bookings

As per the most recent Public Health Order, the Multi Rec Centre will resume bookings for the track and field house for individuals and family households starting April 15th. Bookings can be made starting April 14th at 8:00am by calling 780-849-8028 or on...

Multi Recreation Centre Usage Update

Effective immediately, all drop in usage & low intensity work outs at the Multi-Recreation Centre (MRC) are suspended as a result of the changes to the restrictions imposed by the Alberta Government, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Youth sport w...

Brighter Futures Next Steps - Child and Youth Virtual Groups

Fun online activity and development sessions building emotional, social and mental health.  Building positive parental and peer relationships.  Access to resources and community programs.  Safe and inclusive online format. &...

Online Prenatal Education Group

Good Start/Healthy Choices Presents Online Prenatal Education Group

Free online sessions Tuesdays at 6:00 PM starting April 13th - June 3rd, 2021.  Program topics: pregnancy nutrition and exercise, fetal development, labour and delivery, breastfee...

Update * Northern Lights Aquatic Centre *

The Town of Slave Lake encountered complications while filling the Northern Lights Aquatic Centre pool with water. Issues were identified in the pool basin that must be addressed.  The Town of Slave Lake and the Northern Lakes College are taking ...

Board Member Wanted: Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is seeking public board members. Please complete the application via the link below and submit to the executive assistant at executive.assistant@slavelake.ca.. 

Click the following link for the application form. U...

Justice Reform Proposal Sent to AUMA from Council Passes with 96% in Favour

Yesterday, Council sent a request for decision to the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association at the Spring 2021 Municipal Leaders’ Caucus. During this time, Mayor Warman advocated to other Mayors across the province to side with the Town of Sl...

Slave Lake VLOG Vol. 3 Edition 2 - Budget 2021

In todays Town of Slave Lake VLOG Mayor Warman discusses the 2021 Budget.

Slave Lake VLOG Vol. 3 Edition 2

Read on...

Slave Lake VLOG Vol. 3 Edition 1 - Vaccinations

In todays Slave Lake VLOG, Mayor Warman talks about COVID-19 Vaccinations.

Slave Lake VLOG Vol. 3 Edition 1.

Notice of Special Meeting of Council - In Camera

Please be advised that Council will be holding special meetings of Council every second Tuesday in the council chambers until October.

These council meetings will be IN CAMERA, and will not be open to the public. 

These meeting are in regards to FO...

Community Recognition: Professional Achievement

The Town of Slave Lake’s Community Recognition Program was developed to help residents recognize other community members and their achievements in designated categories.  

Do you know a individual that has made significant contributions ...

Community Recognition: Sport Excellence

The Town of Slave Lake’s Community Recognition Program was developed to help residents recognize other community members and their achievements in designated categories.  

The Sports Excellence category is to recognize Athletes who may h...

Community Recognition: Environmental Stewardship

The Town of Slave Lake’s Community Recognition Program was developed to help residents recognize other community members and their achievements in designated categories.  

If you know a community group or an individual which has made sig...

Community Recognition: Distinguished Achievement

The Town of Slave Lake’s Community Recognition Program was developed to help residents recognize other community members and their achievements in designated categories.  

We are opening up submissions to the general public.  If...

Community Recognition: Community Supporter

The Town of Slave Lake’s Community Recognition Program was developed to help residents recognize other community members and their achievements in designated categories.  

If you know an individual who is a huge community supporter then ...

Community Recognition: Arts and Culture

The Town of Slave Lake’s Community Recognition Program was developed to help residents recognize other community members and their achievements in designated categories.  

If you know an individual who has made a lasting impressions to t...

More Information Regarding Expander Energy's Biomass Gas to Liquids Plant in Slave Lake Region

Expander Energy has supplied the Town of Slave Lake more information regarding their production of Canada's first biomass gas to liquids plant that is being constructed in the Slave Lake region. 

The information can be seen by following t...

Alberta’s Small and Medium Business Grant (SMERG) Applications Now Open

Applications are now being accepted by the Alberta Government for the Small and Medium Enterprise Relaunch Grant (SMERG) program.

Grants of up to $10,000 will be distributed to businesses, cooperatives and non-profit organizations with fewer than 500 emplo...

Canada's First Biomass Gas to Liquids Plant to be Built in the Slave Lake Region

Expander Energy Inc. and Vanderwell Contractors Ltd. are pleased to announce that their Slave Lake Biomass/Gas to liquids proposed project has received its environmental permit from Alberta Environment and Parks. This will establish the first biomass gas ...

Downtown Revitalization Project (Update as of April 12th, 2021)

The Town of Slave Lake is commencing the Downtown Revitalization Project as part of our work to help stimulate economic growth and activity on Main Street at the downtown core. Open public spaces around the Rennie Hall Plaza along with the installation of...

Rumble Alberta - 2021 Touring Challenge

Rumble Alberta is a province-wide family friendly event that encourages travelers to get out of their vehicles, off of their bikes and explore Alberta.  The event is flexible and you can take part for one day, a week or a full blown Alberta Stayc...

Request for Proposal for Municipal Engineering Services

The Town of Slave Lake is seeking proposals to identify a potentially successful proponent for the requested municipal engineering services. 

Response Specifics:

Sealed envelope marked “Request for Proposal for Municipal Engineering Servi...

Multi-Recreation Centre Closure Effective May 9th

In response to the Alberta Government’s latest COVID-19 restrictions, the Multi-Recreation Centre (MRC) will be closed after the end of business hours on May 9^th. Until that time, all individual household and youth sport bookings can still proce...

2021 Tax Notification Information

The 2021 Tax Notifications have been sent out to residents on May 7^th, 2021 the payment due date is June 30, 2021. For all residents on the Tax Installment Payment Plan please note that the form did not print with the usual note regarding payments this ye...

Information on How to Setup Online Payments

Online payments can be be setup for Property taxes, Utilities, and invoices through bill payments. The town does not accept e-transfer for these payments.

For information on how to setup up specific payments for these departments, please use the following ...

Dog License Applications and Garbage Cart Service Requests Now Available on Form Center

The Town of Slave Lake will now be offering Dog Tag License Applications and Garbage Cart Service Requests through our online form center. 

The Dog Tag application can be found by clicking the following link.

The Garbage Cart Service Request can be...

Apply for a Business Licence Today

Business Licences are required by anyone providing a service or goods, or operating a business within Town limits. This could range from a contractor coming in from out of town, a retail store operating from a commercial location or an accountant operatin...

Sign Up For The Pre Authorized Payment Tax Instalment Payment Plan

Sign Up For Paperless Billing Today

Update to Legacy Centre Booking

The Legacy Centre will still be available for wedding ceremonies and funeral services only under Step 1 provincial restrictions. For weddings this includes a maximum of 10 people, which includes the officiant, bride/groom, and witnesses. This does not inc...

Thank you To Rebryna Dana LLP

The Wildfire Legacy Corporation is pleased too, once again partner with Rebryna Dana LLP, to bring you Leadercast Shift.  

We are planning to bring this video simulcast event to Slave Lake for in person viewing on Sept 8, 2021. Leadercast is a one...

Legacy Centre to Host Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival in Fall 2021

We are pleased to be hosting the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival again this year!  

Live screening dates are tentatively set for Fall 2021.  

Stay tuned for confirmed dates and ticket information.  

We are looking forward to ho...

Where Happily Ever After Begins.

Celebrate your upcoming wedding in style. Book the Legacy Centre Today for your upcoming  nuptials

Call our staff today, at 780-849-8028, and discuss options for your upcoming nuptials. 

Lesser Slave Regional Fire Service Expertise on Display in BC

The Lesser Slave Regional Fire Service had the opportunity to travel to British Columbia last month to share their expertise in a firefighting education session. The firefighters from Slave Lake were able to teach the Hudson’s Hope and Moberly L...

Pool Update May 6th 2021

Improvements have been steadily made to the pool over the past few months.

Change rooms on both sides are currently 90% complete and work continues on them.

Contractors have finished the main coatings within the basin. As well as new lines have been painte...

Gloryland Road Rehabilitation Project Open House Presentation Recap

On May 10th a virtual open house was presented regarding the Gloryland Road Rehabilitation Project. At this presentation, residents from the community were able to ask any questions that they had regarding the project moving forward.

The project will be se...

Spring Street Sweeping Operations- Update

From May 10, onwards, our crew will begin spring street sweeping to clean up the sand debris leftover from snow ploughing operations on the street. Please note, the crew will only clean the side where snow windrows were stored. The leftover debris from th...

Fire Hydrant Flushing Schedule

Fire Hydrant flushing will be occurring in the following area's over the next few weeks. Residents may notice some discolored water if flushing is taking place in their area but running water for a short time in your residence will clear it up. Please con...

Fire Hydrant Flushing Occurring

The Town of Slave Lake will begin flushing fire hydrants over the next few weeks as annual testing and maintenance. Residents may notice some discolored water if flushing is taking place in their area but running water for a short time in your residence w...

MPC Meeting for May 3rd Canceled. Rescheduled for May 17th

The Municipal Planning Commission Meeting for May 3rd 2021 has been cancelled. The meeting is being rescheduled for May 17th 2021.

Notice of Public Hearing: May 18th 2021 Bylaw #10-2021

PUBLIC HEARING

May 18, 2021@ 7:00 P.M. IN TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS

BYLAW #10-2021 (Amend the Land Use Bylaw #22-2007)

Town Council is considering amending the Land Use District Map of the Land Use Bylaw #22-2007 by redistricting as follows:

ATS 5-6-73-...

Notice of Public Hearing: May 18th 2021 Bylaw #09-2021

PUBLIC HEARING

May 18, 2021@ 7:00 P.M. IN TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS

BYLAW #09-2021 (Amend the Municipal Development Plan)

Town Council is considering amending the Municipal Land Use Plan Map of the Municipal Development Plan by re-designating as follow...

April 13th 2021 Approved Development Permits

The following permit(s) have been approved or refused by the Development Authority of the Town of Slave Lake in which the provisions of the Land Use Bylaw were varied or allowed for a discretionary use.

If you or any group of citizens are in opposition wit...

RCMP seek Information on Individual Impersonating a Peace Officer

RCMP are seeking information on an incident of an individual impersonating a Peace Officer. 

The incident involved an individual being pulled over in Widewater at Southshore Drive by someone impersonating a Peace Officer. The impersonator was driv...

Slave Lake RCMP Investigate an Arson

Slave Lake, Alta. -  The Slave Lake RCMP is seeking the public's assistance in obtaining any information regarding an arson investigation at Nacho Park.  On April 24^th, 2021 at approximately 10:20 PM, the RCMP received a call ad...

Slave Lake RCMP Provide Safe Zone for Online buyers and Sellers

Slave Lake RCMP are offering a safe exchange zone at the local detachment to give citizens a safe place to meet others when selling or purchasing items online. It’s intended to provide citizens with a safe alternative to placing themselves in po...

Notice of Nomination Period - High Prairie School Division Ward 4

Notice of Nomination DayLocal Authorities Election Act(Section 26) 

LOCAL JURISDICTION: High Prairie School Division (Ward 4),  PROVINCE OF ALBERTA 

Notice is hereby given that Nomination Day is September 20, 2021 and that nominat...

Information for Candidates

Here is a list of Forms candidates must fill out to become a Candidate for the upcoming municipal election. 

Province of Alberta: Candidate Guide 

Town of Slave Lake: Candidates Guide 

Form 4: Nomination Paper and Candidates Accept...

Notice of Nomination Period - Town of Slave Lake

Notice of Nomination DayLocal Authorities Election Act(Section 26) 

LOCAL JURISDICTION: Town of Slave Lake , PROVINCE OF ALBERTA 

Notice is hereby given that Nomination Day is September 20, 2021 and that nominations for the election of can...

Slave Lake Forest Area Wildfire Update - May 14th

Wildfire Danger 

The wildfire danger is HIGH in the Slave Lake Forest Area. 

Click here to view today's wildfire danger map.

Firefighters urge everyone to use caution as areas of dead grass are flammable. A fire will ignite easily ...

Slave Lake Forest Area Wildfire Update - May 13th

Wildfire Danger 

The wildfire danger is HIGH in the Slave Lake Forest Area.

Click here to view today's wildfire danger map.

Firefighters urge everyone to use caution as areas of dead grass are flammable. A fire will ignite easily and sprea...

Slave Lake Forest Area Wildfire Update - May 12th

Wildfire Danger 

Warm and sunny weather has caused the wildfire danger to climb in the Slave Lake Forest Area. 

Click here to view today's wildfire danger map.

The wildfire danger is high for areas around High Prairie, along the south shore...

Slave Lake Forest Area Wildfire Update - May 7th

Wildfire Danger 

Rain and cooler temperatures have reduced the wildfire danger to MODERATE in the Slave Lake Forest Area. 

The fire advisory is being lifted on May 7th at 7:00 pm. Fire Permit holders can resume burning as long as they meet...

Addiction and Mental Health Resources

Help is always available for those who need it, no matter what they may be struggling with. Attached are several resources to help take care of yourself or those you care about, as well as support phone numbers for whatever help is needed.

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MyAlberta Emergency Registration System streamlines reception registration when an emergency occurs

The MyAlberta Emergency Registration System makes it safer and easier to register for a reception centre during an emergency, such as a wildfire or flood.

By being able to register online as soon as an emergency is declared, Albertans can quickly access go...