Village of Donnelly

Issued on Thursday, May 29, 2025 9:45 AM MDT by Smoky River Region

Description

Due to ongoing very dry conditions, hot temperature and lack of moisture, the Fire Hazard is now Extreme. As a result, open burning is not allowed within the borders of the MD of Smoky River No. 130, Effective Immediately.

NOW PROHIBITED:

• All outdoor wood fires, including designated fire pits, backyard fire pits, burning barrels, and any wood campfires on public or private land,
• BBQ charcoal briquettes, fireworks & exploding targets, burning of brush piles, windrows, or other debris

Instructions

Allowed With Extreme Caution!

·          Portable propane fire pits, gas or propane stoves and BBQs that are CSA or UL certified and are designated for cooking or heating, Catalytic or infrared style heaters.

·          Wood fires in an enclosed facility or device, which has a chimney with a spark arrestor.

·          OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLES FOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES ARE ALLOWED ON CROWN LAND. This can change dependent on fire orders issued by the provincial Minister of Agriculture and Forestry. Remember to check the hot spots on your vehicle and remove debris before and after use.

Additional Information

The FIRE BAN will remain in place until conditions improve. Fire danger levels are reviewed daily. The Fire Ban will be downgraded when conditions improve.

If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 9-1-1 or 310-FIRE

Please contact the MD Fire Chief @ 780-837-0911, if you have any questions about this ban.

To view all provincial/municipal fire restriction status visit the Alberta Fire Ban website at https://albertafirebans.ca/

Full Details

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The Village of Donnelly Campground is now Open!

• The Campground is open from May to September each year.
• It is located East of Guy Donnelly Sportex
• There is Full hook up (water, sewer and power)
• 15 Stalls available with picnic tables
• 15 and 30 amp power on all 15 stalls
• First come (no reservations)
• Rates are:
  • Daily $30
  • Weekly $160
  • Monthly $580
• Self-registration envelopes located at the campground kiosk or at the Village office (5003 3^rd Street).
• Payment must be received within 24 hours of parking at Campground
• Cash, Cheques or E transfers can be used for payments (Credit/Debit payments are not accepted at this time)
• Drop Box located in lobby area of Village Office for easy payment when office is closed
• Campground is monitored daily including weekends

For further information, please call 780-925-3835 or email: admin@donnelly,.ca.

Office is open Monday to Friday from 9am -4pm (closed for lunch)

Smoky River Adult Learning is hosting two upcoming presentations on Employment Standards in Alberta, both taking place on June 9, 2025 (please note: this is a new date due to a postponement).

• 6:00 PM – For individuals who hold work permits in Alberta
• 7:15 PM – For Albertans, including Permanent Residents

Both sessions are relevant to employees and employers. Attendees are welcome to join virtually or attend in person at the MD Building in Falher (please note: the in-person attendees will also be joining the virtual session from this location).

This is a valuable opportunity for youth entering the workforce to learn about their rights as employees.

Pre-registration is required for virtual attendance from home in order to receive the Zoom link.

Seniors’ Week has been recognized since 1986 to celebrate and recognize the contributions seniors make to enhance the quality of life in Alberta. Seniors’ Week was inspired by the vision of the late Alice Modin. Almost 40 years ago, Modin began a campaign to start a seniors’ day in Strathcona County that helped pave the way for this annual event.

The week of festivities is kicked off with a provincial launch event co-hosted by the Alberta government and a community or organization.