Town of Slave Lake Homeless Shelter Opens

The Town of Slave Lake is very pleased to announce that the Town-operated temporary Homeless Shelter opened last night (November 7) at 6:00 PM. The shelter is located at 810 6 Ave NW (same location as last year, on the Firehall site). After years of lobby...

Town of Slave Lake By-Election November 28, 2023

Attention Slave Lake Residents!

There is currently a vacant seat on the Town of Slave Lake Council as Councillor, there will be a by-election coming up in November.

The following are the important dates to keep in mind for this election:

• Nomination periods: ...

Flag Raising and Commemorative Lighting Change Requests Now Available

Town Council has recently passed a policy that sets out flag raising ceremonies and use of the LED coloured lights at Rennie Hall plaza. Applications can be made by a community group for a flag raising ceremony. As well, community groups can request the l...

Town of Slave Lake Council Select Jeff Simpson as CAO

Town of Slave Lake Council has selected a new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and they are pleased to announce and introduce Mr. Jeff Simpson as the new CAO for the Town of Slave Lake. Jeff will begin his role and responsibilities on June 20, 2022.&...

TOSL, MDLSR, & Alberta Parks Sign Memorandum of Understanding for Lesser Slave Lake Provincial Park

Alberta Environment and Parks: Parks Operations Division, the Municipal District of Lesser Slave River, and the Town of Slave Lake have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on May 3^rd, 2022. The purpose of the Memorandum of Understanding is to establish a...

Energy Efficiency Projects at the MRC

The Town of Slave Lake has had ongoing participation in the Recreation Energy Conservation Program for projects at the Multi-Recreation Centre. Recently, the Town also upgraded to use variable frequency drives (vfd’s) on a number of pumps and in...

Trail Connecting Town to Big Fish Bay Lakeshore Complete

Town Administration is excited to open a new trail system to the Public today. The trail connects the west end of 6^th Ave NW to the Big Fish Bay approach off Caribou Trail and Connor Lukan Park located at the Firehall. The new trail was identified in the ...

Town Facilities Recognizing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

The Town of Slave Lake respectfully acknowledges that we are on Treaty 8 land, the traditional lands of diverse Indigenous and Métis people, including the Cree, Métis, Nakoda Sioux, Iroquois, Dene, & Inuit. The Town of Slave Lake recognizes the import...

Allarie Trail System Notice of Construction Completion

The construction work to relocate a portion of walking trail behind the Community Christian Center & Al Ameen Mosque on 6^th Street SE, that was compromised due to a creek bank washout, is now complete. The work was completed by Paveit Construction.

Alo...

Downtown Revitalization Project Update September 7th 2021

The Town of Slave Lake Administration has concluded the procurement process for the Downtown Revitalization project. The contract is fully being awarded to local contractors. Demolition and Removal works will be completed by Barracuda Contracting and Conc...

Downtown Revitalization Project Overview

The Town of Slave Lake completed its Public Open House Session for the Downtown Revitalization Project on August 4th. The Town appreciates those coming out to the open house and sharing their valuable feedback. We are excited to share the design concept w...

CN Rail Update: Town Council and Resident Lobbying

Over the last few weeks, Town Council along with residents have been lobbying CN rail for attention towards 2 issues within our region.

1.     The highway 88 rail crossing has become a safety concern as the wooden ties have lasted beyond...

Splash Park Now Fully Operational

Those who took a walk down to Schurter Park yesterday may have noticed that the splash park is now fully operational! The Town would like to thank the Parks and Utilities Departments for the hard work they put in to get the park running again.

CN Public Inquiry Line Information

CN has a public inquiry line which acts as the central point of contact for non-emergency concerns from the public. All emergency calls can be directed to the CN Police. Information for both can be found on the image below.

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2021 Q1 Customer Service Monitoring & Reporting

The 2021 Q1 Customer Service & Monitoring report presents each departments performance metrics, initiatives, and collaboration with other departments for the first quarter of 2021.

The full report can be read at the following link: /DocumentCenter/View...

Slave Lake Flood Hazard Study Update

Alberta Environment & Parks have announced that the technical work on all components of the Slave Lake Flood Hazard Study have now been completed. The study began in Spring 2019 and assessment of public feedback on a number of study components is curr...

Town of Slave Lake Main Office Reopening

Starting Thursday June 3^rd the Town office will again be open to the Public from 8:15am to Noon and 1:00pm to 4:15pm without an appointment. We can also be reached by phone at 780-849-8000. Masks are still required to be worn while in the facility.

Town Acquires New Electric Zamboni 552

The Town of Slave Lake has recently taken possession of a new electric Zamboni 552.  As this unit is equipped with sate of the art lithium-ion batteries, the Town will be eliminating any operational emissions, leading to a reduction in environmen...

Fix Our Highways Letter Campaign

We’re glad that you want to help fix our Highways.

It is important for Albertans to be able to be heard from their elected officials. Because of this, writing letters to those officials can be extremely effective in allowing your voice to be hear...

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...

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...

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

Special Needs Program

We have an exciting new program for our residents. 

Join us for times at the pool and fieldhouse designed for our special needs residents. Check out the poster for all the details. 

Thank you to the Petroleum Association for their support ...

Increase in Community Services Rates Effective September 1st

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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.

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Regular Meeting of Council 7:00 PM November 21st, 2023

Council as Regular Meeting of Council for November 21st, 2023 will be occurring at 7:00 PM. Council meetings are open for the public to attend and are livestreamed on the Town's YouTube channel which can be viewed with the following link.

Agendas ...

Town of Slave Lake By-Election Nominees

Attention Slave Lake Residents!

We officially have our three nominees for the vacant Councillor seat, they are:

Craig Hudson - Date filled October 12th.

Andrew Achoba - Date filed October 30th.

Ronnie Lukan - Date Filled October 31st.

Voting Station Informatio...

Bylaw #22-2007 Land Use Bylaw Amendments

Attention Slave Lake Residents! 

The Town has completed updates to the Land Use Bylaw. 

To view the Bylaw, or a list of all the amendments made since 2007, please click on the following link:  https://www.slavel...

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...

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...

Advertising Options with the Town of Slave Lake

The Town of Slave Lake has recently installed two new digital signs along Main Street. These signs are meant to communicate important news, events, and activities from the Town to residents as well as provide local businesses and non-profit organizations ...

Emissions Reduction Fund Onshore Program Benefitting Jobs and Reducing Emissions in Slave Lake

Emissions Reduction Fund Onshore Program Making Major Strides in Cutting Methane Emissions

Methane is responsible for around 30 percent of the global rise in temperatures to date and accounts for about 13 percent of Canada’s total greenhouse gas ...

2021 Economic Development Infographic - 21 New Businesses

2021 has been an exciting year for Economic Development within the Town of Slave Lake. In the past 6 months alone, 21 businesses have either opened or expanded just within the townsite itself. Research and discussions towards renewable energy, such as hyd...

Slave Lake Economic Development Website

Have you checked out the Town’s dedicated Economic Development website? It is full of information and resources to help new and existing business owners alike! Whether it is local or provincial statistics, contacts, educational resources, news clips, maps...

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...

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 ...

Enforcement Services - Changes to Bylaw Complaint System

Please note the following changes to the Slave Lake Enforcement Bylaw Complaint System: 

• Effective immediately, the Record of Disturbance Complaint Form has been taken off the Town of Slave Lake website. 
• We ask that all Bylaw Related Comp...

2021 Town of Slave Lake Business Plan and Budget

2021 Town of Slave Lake Business Plan and Budget

"Slave Lake is committed to building opportunities by growing business, industry and population, while promoting ourselves and our exceptional quality of life."

Please use the following link to see ...

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

Board Members Wanted: Wildfire Legacy Corporation Board

The Wildfire Legacy Corporation Board is looking to add one more public member to its board. If you would be interested in participating within the Wildfire Legacy Corporation Board please fill out the attached form from the Form Centre.

The Wildfire Legac...

Firehall Waterline Upgrade Project Completed

As of Monday, June 7^th, 2021 the Lesser Slave Regional Fire Service has completed its Firehall Waterline Upgrade Project. This will vastly improve the time required to fill the firetrucks which ensures an improved and constant emergency preparedness.

Origi...

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...

2021 Swimming Lesson Registration Guide

The Registration Guide for swimming lessons at the Northern Lights Aquatic Centre is available and can be viewed at the link below. registration for swimming lessons can be done by calling the pool at 780-849-8639.  The 2021 Fall Swimming Lesson ...

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...

Ad Stakeholder Engagement

The Planning Department is seeking resident input on Short-Term Rentals in the community of Slave Lake. 

We are looking for several members of our community to provide their input and engage with our Planning 

Department, other stakeholder...

Board Members Wanted: Subdivision and Appeal Board

The Subdivision and Appeal Board is looking to add 3 public members at large to its board. Training is provided and paid for by the Town and an honorarium is paid for attending any appeal hearings.

The Subdivision and Appeal Board meets when a development ...

Slave Lake RCMP Investigate a Mischief

Slave Lake, Alta – The Slave Lake RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male who allegedly damaged property at a business in town.

On Jan. 25, 2022, at 1:44 p.m., the Slave Lake RCMP responded to a call of a customer ...

Slave Lake RCMP investigate break and enter and charge two suspects

Edit (January 19th 2022):

Slave Lake RCMP were made aware that a false name was provided by the female in custody on Jan. 1, 2022. The charge that was laid against the named individual has been withdrawn. 

Slave Lake RCMP continue to investigate th...

Slave Lake RCMP Investigate a Break & Enter

The Slave Lake RCMP is seeking the public's assistance in obtaining any information regarding a break & enter into the Distractions business in the early morning hours of November 7^th, 2021.

At approximately 6:54 AM, the RCMP were called to th...

Slave Lake RCMP Launch Project CAPTURE

Through assistance from the Town, the Slave Lake RCMP have launched Project CAPTURE (Community Assisted Policing Through Use of Recorded Evidence). The purpose of the program is to allow the public to take an active role in deterring crime and assisting t...

Slave Lake RCMP Ask Public to be Vigilant of Breaking and Entering

The Slave Lake RCMP have noticed an increase in Break and Enters into sheds, buildings and property. The RCMP are asking the public to be vigilant and to report anything that they feel is out of the ordinary. They are advising the public not to store keys...

Slave Lake RCMP Warn Resident’s of Phishing Scam

Slave Lake, Alta. -  On October 10^th, 2021 the Slave Lake RCMP were made aware of a phishing scam involving gift cards via email. The email asks the victim to assist them by purchasing gift cards, scratching the back barcode and taking a photogra...

Slave Lake RCMP Execute a Search Warrant

Slave Lake, Alta. -  On June 11^th, 2021 the Slave Lake General Investigation Section began an investigation into drug trafficking in the Slave Lake area.

On July 1^st, 2021 a judicially authorized search warrant was executed on a residence in the N...

Slave Lake RCMP request public assistance in locating missing male last seen boating on Lesser Slave

Slave Lake, Alta. – At this time, the Slave Lake RCMP are continuing with search efforts in locating Mr. Leard Robertson.  RCMP are focusing their search efforts on the water, land and air. This is an active investigation and will conti...

Slave Lake RCMP Target Drug Trafficking

The Slave Lake General Investigation Section (GIS) along with members of the Slave Lake Detachment have and continue to target and focus on crime reduction initiatives within the community.  Some of those initiatives have included drug investigat...

2021 Slave Lake Municipal Election Official Results

MAYOR:

COUNCIL:

I, Joanna Raymond, Returning Officer for the Town of Slave Lake 2021 Municipal Election declare the above Candidates named elected as a result of the Municipal Election held on October 18, 2021.

There were 1540 total voters in the 2021 munici...

2021 Slave Lake Municipal Election Unofficial Results

Mayor:

Council:

Official results will be posted on Friday October 22nd, 2021.

Use ActiveNet to Register for MRC Programs

Did you know that you can register for all upcoming programs online through the ActiveNet portal? If you have ever enrolled in person for an MRC or pool program, or even purchased a 10 pass or 1 month pass then your name is already registered for an accou...

PSA: Please keep off the train tracks

The town would like to remind residents that it is illegal and extremely dangerous to trespass on the train tracks. This includes on-land tracks and bridges. Only cross at designated locations when it is safe to do so. Those caught trespassing will be fin...

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...