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A grand celebration is planned for Truth and Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day in Whitecourt
On September 30, residents in communities across Canada will celebrate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day. Country-wide, activities of all kinds will take place, from ceremonies to…
Starting a new business and don’t know where to begin? Step one is within reach
An update to the Town of Whitecourt website aims to connect would-be entrepreneurs with the information they need to follow their dreams and link businesses together for synergies that benefit…
A grassroots way of seeing what programs and activities are available in Whitecourt
A long-running event is coming up soon at the Allan & Jean Millar Centre. Community Connections has been happening for decades and has helped countless families register their children for…
Tips and reminders to help school kids stay safe this school year from Alberta RCMP Traffic – Whitecourt Unit Cst. Greg Simon
It might still be summer right now, but in just a few days, school buses will be back on the road, carrying precious cargo inside, youngsters will be walking to…
Brogan Safety Supplies and Blue Sky Resources, giving back to the community one backpack at a time
On Friday last week, Brogan Safety Supplies and Blue Sky Resources joined forces to hold a free community-minded BBQ in the Whitecourt Chamber of Commerce parking lot. Pegged as a…
Free craft kits and fun scavenger hunts are a monthly offering at the Whitecourt library
For those who haven’t taken part in the summer-themed Buckets of Fun Scavenger Hunt at the Whitecourt & District Public Library yet, you have just a couple more weeks to…
A new five-year garbage and recycling contract is in place in Whitecourt
Whitecourt Town Council recently discussed the community’s curbside garbage and recycling contract. In June, Administration sent out a request for waste hauling companies interested in applying for the agreement to…
A season to be extra proud of following two years outside of the pool
The Whitecourt Blue Dolphins Summer Swim Team recently had a fantastic showing at their Regional B Championships held at the Kinsmen Sports Centre in downtown Edmonton. Head Coach Alice Boll…
The Town of Whitecourt is helping local businesses fill employment gaps by becoming a designated community for a provincial immigration program
Whitecourt was recently named a Designated Community for an immigration program through the Government of Alberta. The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) Rural Renewal Stream will help link newcomers to…
A brand new, renovated space for a local club thanks to a grant from the Town of Whitecourt
After a couple of short years since moving into a new space, all on their own, Whitecourt Taekwondo has seen an explosion in interest, leading them to add to their…
Funding is being sought to create the Northwest Alberta Electric Vehicle Charging Network
Whitecourt Town Council recently voted on whether to sign a site access letter to allow a charging station for electric vehicles to be placed in the parking lot behind the…
A humongous air-filled pillow is the next addition to Whitecourt’s Rotary Park
A few years ago, during a trip to another community, Councillor Paul Chauvet spotted something out of the ordinary which caught his attention. A Jumbo Jumper located just outside of…
A royally fantastic weekend for a local baseball club
The Whitecourt Royals 13U AA team is on cloud nine following a weekend of action in Kitscoty. The group annihilated their competition, taking every game they played. Off-field Manager Jenny…
Two Olympic medallists hold Whitecourt camp, a first for Canada
Two Olympic athletes were recently in Whitecourt to share their knowledge of competing on the world’s biggest stage. Shelley Vettese-Baert and Sayed Najem are Olympic medalists in taekwondo, having won…
Two more downtown buildings are joining the Town’s wood/rock theme with exterior updates
The Town of Whitecourt’s Vitalization Grant encourages businesses to update the outside of their buildings by providing some funding for costs. Years ago, the Town decided on a theme for…