News Releases

2019

February 13, 2019

The Town of Drayton Valley introduces Zero Fee Tuition in Drayton Valley

An open house was held on February 12, 2019, at the CETC and attended by approximately 150 individuals.

Press Release: 2019-02-13 Zero Fees

2018

December 13, 2018

Park Valley Pool and Early Childhood Development Centre Evacuated Due to Threat

RCMP confirmed the threat was unsubstantiated. Operations will return to normal once the facilities have been deemed safe by the RCMP.

Press Release: 12-13-2018 Park Valley Pool and Early Childhood Development Centre Evacuated

October 31, 2018

Councillor Butz Resigns from Council

During a Special Meeting of Council, Town Council received formal notification that Councillor Eric Butz had submitted his letter of resignation effective October 31, 2018. A By-Election has been called for December 14, 2018 with Nomination Day being held on November 16, 2018.

Press Release: 10-31-2018_Councillor Butz Resignation

September 28, 2018

Councillor Wheeler Elected to AUMA Board of Directors
Councillor Fayrell Wheeler elected as Director for Towns West on the Alberta Urban Municipalities Associations (AUMA) Board of Directors during the AUMA Annual Conference.

Press Release: Councillor Wheeler Elected to Towns West AUMA

July 25, 2018

Town of Drayton Valley welcomes new Chief Administrative Officer

During a Special Meeting of Council held on July 25, 2018, Town Council appointed Mr. Winston Rossouw as the new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) for the Town of Drayton Valley.

Press Release: Chief Administrative Officer

July 13, 2018

Town of Drayton Valley hires dedicated Community Peace Officer

Town Council allocated funding for the establishment for dedicated COP services in the Town of Drayton Valley

Press Release: Community Peace Officer

April 25, 2018

Early Childhood Development Centre receives provincial grant funding

The Early Childhood Development Centre (ECDC) received $553,334 from the Government of Alberta

Press Release: ECDC Funding

March 3, 2018

Alleged vandalism at the Omniplex

Alleged act of vandalism lead to disruption of activities at Omni I and Total Works Fitness Centre

Statement: Omniplex Disruption of Activities

2017

December 20, 2017

2018 Interim Budget Press Release

The 2018 Interim Budget reflects an enhanced focus on economic development that encourages community growth while reducing overall municipal expenditures in support of more modest services and a prioritized capital plan.

Press Release: 2018 Interim Budget

October 19, 2017

Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission

Collaborative recommendations made to the Alberta Electoral Boundaries Commission have been accepted

Press Release: Electoral Boundaries

September 27th, 2017

Discovery Park Grand Opening

The official opening of Discovery Park is an important step towards building resiliency in Drayton Valley.

Press Release: Discovery Park September 27, 2017

June 5th 2017

Town of Drayton Valley issues statement on the passing of former Reeve Mr. Wes Tweedle

The Town of Drayton Valley has issued a statement following the passing of Mr. Wes Tweedle, former Reeve of Brazeau County.

Statement: Statement Passing of Former Reeve Wes Tweedle June 6, 2017

April 26th, 2017

Town Council Passes 2017 Budget

The 2017 Budget reflects a deliberate approach to be fiscally responsible to the economic climate in our community.

Press Release: Budget 2017 Press Release, Capital and Service and Staffing Backgrounder

April 24th, 2017

Make your mark on our history and our future

On February 1, 2017, Mayor Glenn McLean, on behalf of the Town, accepted with gratitude, a Chain of Office to commemorate Drayton Valley’s 60th Anniversary.

Press Release: Press Release Chain of Office April 24, 2017

April 19th, 2017

Town Council supports Earth Day by planting trees

Earth Day is an opportunity to celebrate the world we live in by taking time locally to participate in green initiatives.  To recognize Earth Day, Town Council planting saplings adjacent to Power Centre Boulevard near the northwest quadrant connector trails.

Press Release: Press Release Earth Day Tree Planting April 19, 2017

April 5th, 2017

Early Childhood Development Centre receives 5th year of support from Vermilion Energy

On March 28, 2017 the Town of Drayton Valley’s Early Childhood Development Centre(ECDC) received support from Vermilion Energy in the amount of $25,000

Press Release: Press Release ECDC Vermilion Energy April 5, 2017

March 9th, 2017

Automated Traffic Enforcement Special Council Meeting

There was a decision made on automated traffic enforcement with a special meeting of council.

Press Release: Press Release Automated Traffic Enforcement March 9, 2017

March 3rd, 2017

New Culinary Program at the Clean Energy Technology Centre

The Clean Energy Technology Centre in Drayton Valley will be introducing a new Youth Culinary Arts Program sponsored by Telus through their Community Granting Program.

Press Release: Press Release Youth Culinary Program March 3, 2017

March 1st, 2017

Information Bulletin Nicole Nadeau Resignation

The information bulletin has been created for the time lines of the resignation of Dean Schular, Nicole Nadeau and the by-election in the Town of Drayton Valley.

Information Bulletin: Information Bulletin Resignation Nicole Nadeau March 1, 2017

February 28th, 2017

Resignation of Councillor Nicole Nadeau

During the February 22nd, 2017 meeting of Town Council, Mayor and Council were formally were formally advised that Councillor Nicole Nadeau submitted her resignation from Town Council.

News Release: Press Release Councillor Nadeau Resignation Feb 28 2017

February 27th, 2017

Ballot Questions Results

The results for the ballot questions that took place in conjunction with the by-election on February 27th, 2017

Information Bulletin: Information Bulletin Ballot Questions February 27, 2017

By-election Results

Election Results for the by-election February 27th, 2017.

Information Bulletin: Information Bulletin By-Election Feb 27, 2017

February 22nd, 2017

Funds Allocated for Safe and Healthy Community Initiatives

During the February 22nd, 2017 meeting of Town Council approved funding from the Safe and Healthy Community Allocation Fund.

News Release: Press Release Safe and Healthy Community Allocation Fund February 22, 2017

February 3rd, 2017

1st Quarter of 2017 Community Event Grant Funding Allocated
Town Council Approved funding to three local organizations through the Community Event Grant.  The Drayton Valley Pro Rodeo, The Rotary Club of Drayton Valley and the Safari Club International for the 2017 NASP Provincials.

News Release: Press Release Community Event Grants February 3, 2017

February 2nd, 2017

Traffic enforcement questions to be included during by-election
During its regular meeting on February 1st, 2017 Town Council discussed and voted on questions of continuing photo enforcement within Drayton Valley.

News Release: Press Release Automated Traffic Enforcement Feb 2, 2017

February 1st, 2017

Town of Drayton Valley 60th Anniversary Proclamation
On February 1st, 2017 the Town of Drayton Valley recognizes and honors its history and its future by proclaiming this day as our 60th Anniversary of incorporation as a town.

News Release: 60th Anniversary Proclamation Press Release February 1, 2017

January 26th, 2017

Information Bulletin
At its regular meeting on February 1st, 2017, Town Council will be discussing the potential to ask a question(plebiscite) of town residents to coincide with the upcoming by-election.

Information Bulletin: Information Bulletin January 26, 2017

January 12th, 2017

Dollars allocated from the Safe and Healthy Community Allocation Fund

On Wednesday January 11th, 2017, a special meeting of Town Council was held to approve funding from the Safe and Healthy Community Allocation Fund.

News Release: Safe and Healthy Community Allocation Fund January 12, 2017

January 11th, 2017

Resignation of Councillor Dean Shular and by-election called for February 27th

During the January 11th, 2017 meeting of Town Council the Mayor were formally advised that Councillor Dean Shular submitted his resignation from Town Council.  A by-election was called for February 27th, 2017.

News Release: Press Release Councillor Dean Shular Resignation Jan 11, 2017

2016

December 22nd, 2016

Animal Control Services has a new home

Through a new and unique partnership the Town of Drayton Valley is providing enhanced animal control services within our community.

News Release: Press Release Animal Control Facilities December 22nd, 2016

December 14th, 2016

Town Council Passes 2017 Interim Budget

The 2017 Interim Budget reflects deliberate efforts to decrease expenditures, improve efficiencies and identify new ways of offering services to our residents.

News Release: Press Release Interim Budget 2017 December 14th, 2017
Backgrounder Capital Plan and Projects: Backgrounder Capital Plan and Projects 2017
Backgrounder Staffing and Service Levels: Backgrounder Staffing and Service Levels 2017

December 2nd, 2016

Drayton Valley 60th Anniversary Grant Policy

The Town of Drayton Valley will be celebrating its 60th Anniversary in 2017.  Town Council has approved a special grant program for Drayton Valley residents and town based organizations to apply for in support of events that are aligned with the 60th Anniversary commemoration.

News Release: Press Release 60th Anniversary Proclamation December 2nd, 2017

November 23rd, 2016

New Name for Open Space Development

Town Council has approved a new name for the new open space park development of the old HW Pickup school grounds.  Through an extensive process that included community, administration and Town Council Engagement, the new name is “Discovery Park”

News Release: Press Release Open Space Park Development November 23rd 2016

November 10th, 2016

Local donation contributes to Drayton Valley’s newest park

The Town of Drayton Valley has received a generous donation to enhance our community.  Gregg Distributors LTD. in Drayton Valley presented the Town with a check in the amount of $10,000 to be used towards the installment of outdoor fitness equipment at Drayton Valley’s newest park.

News Release: Press Release Outdoor Fitness Equipment November 10th 2017

November 8th, 2016

43rd Avenue extension to the ring road now open

The Town of Drayton Valley is pleased to announce that the 43rd Avenue extension to the ring road is now open to traffic.  The provincial government, thought the Municipal Sustainability Initiative (MSI) supported the cost of this project in its entirety.

News Release: Press Release 43rd Avenue November 8th, 2016

November 2nd, 2016

4th Quarter Community Event Grants awarded to applicants

Town Council has granted funding through the Community Event Grant to the Drayton Valley Health Services Foundation’s 7th Annual Foundation Festival Gala during the November 2nd, 2016 regular meeting of council.

News Release: Press Release Community Event Grant Quarter 4 Nov 2nd 2016

November 2nd, 2016

Roger Coles Memorial Sports Grant Awarded to three individuals

As part of the November 2nd, 2016 meeting of Town Council the fourth quarter awarding of the Roger Coles Memorial Sports Grant was allocated to three individuals.

News Release: Press Release Roger Coles Memorial Sports Grant Quarter 4 2016

August 8th, 2016

Public Advisory from the Town of Drayton Valley

The Town of Drayton Valley is undertaking an asbestos abatement process in a stand-alone storage shed south of the Omniplex.

News Release: Public Advisory August 8th, 2016

August 3rd, 2016

3rd Quarter Community Event Grants awarded to Applicants

Town Council has awarded a combined total of $5,000 to the DV100 and Alberta Culture Days during the August 3rd, 2016 regular meeting of Council through the Community Events Grant.  This grant is available to organizations looking to access funding to host community events and programs or services that benefit the residents of Drayton Valley.

News Release: Press Release Community Events Grant Quarter 3 August 3rd 2016

July 13th, 2016

Drayton Valley in partnership with the Drayton Valley Hospitality and Tourism Authority for Stage 3 finish.

The Tour of Alberta will be rolling through our province in September and Drayton Valley is the Stage 3 finish on Saturday September 3rd after the start in Rocky Mountain House.

News Release: Press Release for the Tour of Alberta July 13th, 2016

June 22nd, 2016

New Logo and Brand for the Town of Drayton Valley to be released on Canada Day

In August of 2015 the process of rebranding the Town of Drayton Valley to reflect our changing and resilient community began.  A public request for proposals was issued and following this, a tendering and selection process began with a marketing and communication firm specializing in branding both private and public organizations.

News Release: Press Release Branding Approval June 22nd, 2016

June 6th, 2016

Co-chairpersons from Drayton Valley announced for the Tour of Alberta

The Town of Drayton Valley in partnership with the Drayton Valley Hotel and Tourism Authority will be a finishing stage for the third stage of the race.

News Release: Press Release Tour of Alberta Co-chairperson Annoucment June 6th

June 1st, 2016

Drayton Valley Hotel and Tourism Authority supports the Tour of Alberta

The Drayton Valley Hotel and Tourism Authority presented Town Council with a cheque for $75,000 in support of the Tour of Alberta event during the June 1st, 2016 Council Meeting.

News Release: Press Release Tour of Alberta June 1st, 2016

May 12th, 2016

Drayton Valley temporary and permanent housing plans in progress

The Town of Drayton Valley has approximately 150 evacuees in our area.  The reception center at the Drayton Valley Omniplex is available for all evacuees arriving to our community.

News Release: Press Release Drayton Valley Reception Centre May 12th, 2016

May 11th, 2016

Relief funding going to be available from the Province of Alberta and the Red Cross in Drayton Valley

The Town of Drayton Valley has received over 250 evacuees to our area over the last week.  The reception centre at the Drayton Valley Omniplex is available for all evacuees arriving to our community.

News Release: Press Release Drayton Valley Reception Centre May 11th, 2016

May 9th, 2016

Evacuee Numbers continue to grow over the weekend in Drayton Valley.

The Town of Drayton Valley has received over 200 evacuees to our area over the weekend.  The reception centre at the Drayton Valley Omniplex is available for all evacuees arriving to our community.

News Release: Press Release Drayton Valley Reception Centre May 9th, 2016

May 6th, 2016

Drayton Valley continues to receive evacuees from Alberta communities affected by wild fires from across the province

The Town of Drayton Valley has received over 100 evacuees to our area in the last 48 hours and we are expecting more into the weekend.  The reception centre at the Drayton Valley Omniplex is going to be available for all evacuees arriving to our community.

News Release: Press Release Drayton Valley Reception Centre May 6th, 2016

May 5th, 2016

Drayton Valley to receive evacuees from Alberta communities affected by wildfires from across the province

Wildfires from across the province have displaced a large amount of residents with evacuation orders and a province wide state of emergency.

News Release: Press Release Drayton Valley Reception Centre May 5th, 2016

May 4th, 2016

Town Council Passes 2016 Budget in Special Council Meeting

Town Council, after months of deliberation, public consultation and feedback have passed the 2016 Budget, along with a temporary reduction of penalties and the 2016 mill rate bylaw.

News Release: Press Release Special Council Meeting passes 2016 Budget May 4th, 2016

April 20th, 2016

2nd Quarter Community Event Grants awarded to applicants

During the April 20th, 2016 regular meeting of Council, a total of $5,000 was awarded to five non-profit organizations through the Community Events Grant.  This initiative is a way for organizations to access funding to host community events and programs or services that benefit the residents of Drayton Valley.

News Release: Press Release Quarter 2 Community Event Grant April 20th, 2016

April 20th, 2016

Council Approves Automated Traffic Enforcement Fund Allocation Policy

Town Council has adopted the Automated Traffic Enforcement Fund Allocation Policy which sets the framework in which fund will be utilized for the benefit of our community.

News Release: Press Release Automated Traffic Enforcement Fund Policy April 20th, 2016

April 15th, 2016

The Town of Drayton Valley and Brazeau County welcome Community School Resource Officer

Wildrose School Division, Brazeau County and the Town of Drayton Valley are pleased to announce that a full time Community Resource Officer (CRSO) starts work in Drayton Valley public schools on May 1st, 2016.

News Release: Press Release Community School Resource Office April 15, 2016

April 6th, 2016

The Town of Drayton Valley and Brazeau County receive funding for three inter-municipal projects

The Government of Alberta’s Municipal Affairs Ministry has approved funding for three inter-municipal projects in Drayton Valley and Brazeau County.

News Release: Press Release Funding for Projects April 6th, 2016

February 17th, 2016

Town of Drayton Valley acquires new animal control facility

The Town of Drayton Valley has come to an agreement to purchase the former Associated Ambulance building in Drayton Valley to be the new home of animal control and shelter operations.

News Release: Press Release Animal Control Building Feb 17th, 2017

2015

December 9th, 2015

Town Council releases Interim Budget 2016

The interim budget was passed during the December 9th, 2015 meeting of town council.  This allows the Town of Drayton Valley to continue operating until the 2016 budget is formally adopted in the spring.

News Release: Press Release Interim Budget December 9th, 2016
Key Messages: Town of Drayton Valley Interim Budget 2016 Key Messages