Are you interested in conducting an ALUS project on your land? ALUS Expressions of Interest are open to Saddle Hills County producers. 

Rural Albertans face higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide than their urban counterparts—but often in silence. 

Female entrepreneurs across the Peace Country are invited to apply as vendors for the Northern Women in Agriculture Conference Vendor Show, taking place on February 19, 2026.

RDAR funding of up to $20,000 per project is available to support on-farm research.

On November 8, 2025, the Office of the Chief Provincial Veterinarian confirmed a new case of Equine Herpesvirus 1 (EHV-1) in Alberta. It is the first reported case of Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in the province this year. 

Interested in what our local Peace Officer, Wayne Olson, has been up to?

Check out his activity report for December and learn more about the Peace Officer program in Saddle Hills County.

Interested in joining our team?

We currently have openings for:

• Utilities Officer Trainee (Full Time)
• Agricultural Services Summer Seasonals (7 positions)
• Agricultural Services Summer Labourer 

Development Permit was conditionally approved by Saddle Hills County, subject to the right of appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board.

Please be advised that strong winds are causing snow drifts and impassable conditions, especially on north–south roads.

Avoid travel where possible.

Saddle Hills County Council has approved the 2026 Operating Budget, a $57.5 million financial plan that continues to strengthen essential services, support rural infrastructure, and invest in programs that enhance quality of life for residents.