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Tag: Wetaskiwin

Fruits, fish and pizza boxes: Here’s what can – and can’t – go in your green cart

Wire Service on April 22, 2024

The City of Wetaskiwin’s new curbside organics program launches May 6. Photo courtesy City of Wetaskiwin

Green cart organics pickup begins May 6

Wetaskiwin’s curbside pickup goes green in May

Wire Service on April 8, 2024

Wetaskiwin’s new Curbside Organics Program makes it easy to turn all household organic waste into compost instead of sending it to the landfill. Photo courtesy City of Wetaskiwin

4 simple steps to create valuable compost and reduce landfill waste

Sporting a new name, Wetaskiwin’s Co-op Place enjoys a dynamic year

Wire Service on February 26, 2024

Co-op Place, formerly the Civic Centre: Twin Arenas and Drill Hall, recently marked one year under a new name, courtesy of Wetaskiwin Co-op. Photo courtesy City of Wetaskiwin

Co-op Place and Co-op Place Rec Hall are a vibrant hub for Wetaskiwin and the region

Keep those great ideas coming: Wetaskiwin’s Community Grant deadline is April 1

Wire Service on February 12, 2024

April 1 is the deadline for local non-profit groups or organizations to apply for the City of Wetaskiwin’s Community Grant Program, designed for events, projects, programs and initiatives that benefit residents and the local community. Photo courtesy City of Wetaskiwin

Grants available for non-profit groups or projects making a difference in the city

5 things (plus 1 extra!) to do this winter with Wetaskiwin Parks Rec

Wire Service on January 29, 2024

Co-op Place Rec Hall offers drop-in pickleball sessions three times a week, including both morning and evening / weekend hours. Photo courtesty Wetaskiwin Parks & Recreation

From pickleball to babysitting how-to, here’s how to get active, get social and have fun

Explore Wetaskiwin’s economic outlook for 2024 at Chamber luncheon

Wire Service on January 15, 2024

Learn more about Wetaskiwin’s economic development outlook at February’s Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, Feb. 2 at Wetaskiwin’s Best Western Wayside Inn. City of Wetaskiwin photo

Economic Development Manager Vern May reflects on 2023 and the year ahead

One-of-a-kind Wetaskiwin shops make holiday gift-giving easy!

Wire Service on December 4, 2023

While Santa knows toys, he also knows that for all those other items on your holiday list, shopping locally not only builds the local economy, it also builds connections between neighbours.

Build community with a focus on shopping locally this season

Engagement session explores draft Wetaskiwin Airport Master Plan

Wire Service on November 20, 2023

The draft Wetaskiwin Regional Airport Master Plan will be presented at a public information session Nov. 27. Photo courtesy City of Wetaskiwin

Review the draft plan on the Airport’s future at Nov. 27 open house

For many newcomers, ‘happily ever after’ begins in Wetaskiwin

Wire Service on November 6, 2023

Under the Rural Renewal Program, designated communities like Wetaskiwin collaborate closely with local employers to attract, recruit and support newcomers by offering essential information about settlement services.

Rural Renewal program provides job connections, resources that support a vibrant community

Santa parade, toy drive make it a happy Ho-Ho-Holiday for local children

Wire Service on October 30, 2023

Wetaskiwin firefighters will be at Canadian Tire Dec. 2, collecting toys for local children. Wetaskiwin Fire Department photo

Wetaskiwin Firefighters’ Santa Claus Parade kick off the season Nov. 24

Signing up for paperless billing in Wetaskiwin could be worth $100!

Wire Service on October 9, 2023

Peace Hills Utilities is launching its e-billing service and one lucky resident will win a $100 gift card – just for signing up!

Peace Hills Utilities launches e-billing for quicker, easier utility payments

Time to have your say: Surveys underway for Fire Services, Airport master plans

Wire Service on September 18, 2023

Wetaskiwin Fire Services’ Fire Master Plan Survey welcomes feedback through Monday, Sept. 25, and the Airport Master Plan Survey through Tuesday, Sept. 26.

The City of Wetaskiwin is currently working on master plans for the local airport and fire department, and asks the community to share feedback on both this month.

Wetaskiwin expands access to community grants for local organizations

Wire Service on August 28, 2023

The City of Wetaskiwin’s grant-in-aid program supports organizations with grants of between $500 and $10,000 for events or projects that enrich the community and benefit Wetaskiwin as a whole. City of Wetaskiwin photo

Deadline is Oct. 1 for next cycle of grants

Savour the bounty of Central Alberta, right here in Wetaskiwin

Wire Service on August 21, 2023

“By focusing on a farm-to-table approach to our menus, we offer a far superior product while supporting those that support us,” says Jesse Chambers, executive chef and co-owner of The Glens Grill at Montgomery Glen Golf and Country Club. Photo courtesy City of Wetaskiwin

At The Glens Grill, Jesse Chambers shares his passion for local, sustainable, farm-to-table dining

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