Fire Ban in Effect

Due to the increasingly dry conditions and higher fire danger ratings, the FIRE RESTRICTION has been upgraded to a FIRE BAN, for Saddle Hills County. 

This applies to all areas outside of the Forest Protection Area, including private land, crown land, and recreational areas.

Prohibited

All outdoor wood fires, including burning barrels, wood campfires be it on private land or in County campgrounds, campfires in back country or random areas, BBQ charcoal briquettes, fireworks and exploding targets, and burning of brush piles, windrows, or other debris.

Allowed 

Propane/natural gas powered appliances, open flame oil devices, such as turkey deep fryers or tiki torches, and indoor wood fires contained within a device with a chimney and spark arrestor. All appliances must be CSA approved and used per manufacturer's standards. 

This FIRE BAN will remain in place until conditions improve. Fire danger levels will be reviewed daily and may be downgraded subject to available firefighting resources and fire weather conditions.

We expect the FIRE BAN to reduce the number of human-caused wildfires in Saddle Hills County, while allowing residents and visitors to enjoy outdoor activities as much as possible.

Support For Ukrainians Arriving In Alberta

Image of Ukrainian Flag With Heart Superimposed

Alberta has a strong connection to the citizens of Ukraine. Many of our families and friends come from this region of Europe and the current situation motivates us to see how we can provide assistance to those who have been displaced and have fled their homeland.

Recently, the province welcomed a large contingent of arrivals from Ukraine with more to follow. We understand that most of the individuals arriving will be women, children and older adults who may been separated from other family members who have had to remain behind. As in all situations of displacement arising from conflict, it is anticipated that these individuals have faced significant personal trauma and may have considerable social needs.

Further information about provincial support for Ukrainian evacuees is available at alberta.ca/support-for-ukrainians.aspx.

On the Alberta Government website you will find information about:

  • Settlement services
  • Getting a driver’s license or identification
  • Getting health coverage
  • Health services
  • Education
  • Child care
  • Finding work
  • Getting your credentials and qualifications recognized
  • Banking

The Honourable Jason Lum

Minister of Community and Social Services

Government of lberta logo

Contact Us

Saddle Hills
Junction of Hwy 49 & Secondary Hwy 725
RR1, Spirit River AB
T0H 3G0
T. 780-864-3760
Fax 780-864-3904
Toll-free 1-888-864-3760
frontdesk@saddlehills.ab.ca

Sign up to our Newsletter

Stay up to date on the Saddle Hills activities, events, programs and operations by subscribing to our eNewsletters.

Subscribe

This website uses cookies to enhance usability and provide you with a more personal experience. By using this website, you agree to our use of cookies as explained in our Privacy Policy.