How Town recreation facilities are operating under lastest Provincial guidelines

While recreational and cultural facilities remain closed to the general public, the Town is excited to offer prearranged bookable opportunities in our arenas, pools and gymnasium, in alignment with provincial health measures to ease public health restrictions.

Get all the details

Bylaw relaxed to allow front yard fire pits 

The Okotoks Fire Department recognizes the community’s need for some much needed outdoor recreation and is relaxing enforcement of front yard fire pits to support this. During current winter conditions, and with diligence and proper management, front yard fire pits do not pose a significant risk and support the important needs of our community.

Fire pit safety

Tax assistance for eligible residents

The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) is a free service available to eligible residents who have low income and a simple tax situation. Filing taxes – even if you have no income to report – may qualify you to receive various government benefits. Call 403-995-2626 for questions and to make an appointment.

Find eligibility info

Questions on your property assessment?

The property owner inquiry period lasts until March 15, 2021. This provides an opportunity for property owners to review their assessment and, if necessary, make an inquiry. Call 403-995-6313 or email assessment@okotoks.ca to discuss your assessment with an assessor.

Property assessment info

Leadership program for youth

Know someone in grades 7-12 looking to gain leadership skills? LEAD is a youth leadership training program that develops experience for resumes or scholarships and builds service hours for graduation. Learn alongside other youth in this free, online program from March 3 to May 5. Call 403-938-8954 for more info and to register.

Register by email

Pink Shirt Day is February 24

#PinkShirtDay is an opportunity for everyone to stand up to bullying when we see it in schools, communities, workplaces, at home and online. On Feb. 24, show you care by wearing a pink shirt, sharing resources, checking in with one another and learning what you can do if you or someone you know is experiencing bullying. 

Find resources

Lane closures on Southridge Drive

The southbound lanes of Southridge Drive between Big Rock Trail & Cimarron Drive will be closed on Friday, Feb. 19 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. while crews complete geotechnical work. Please watch for crews, equipment and signage and use caution in the area. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

See impacted area

Recognize Okotoks’ outstanding community leaders

Recognizing the dedicated volunteers in our community shows that their work helping others is valued! Show your appreciation and nominate youth, individuals, families or businesses helping shape our community for an Okotoks Volunteer Leadership Award by Feb. 28.

Nominate a volunteer

Put yourself b4 selfies!

When a driver is distracted, focus is taken off the road and the consequences to traffic safety can be serious. Research shows that distracted driving plays a role in 20 to 30 per cent of all collisions. Alberta’s Distracted Driving Law restricts the use of handheld electronic devices, reading printed materials in the vehicle, writing, printing, or sketching and personal grooming. The penalty for distracted driving in Alberta is a $300 fine and three demerit points.

Distracted driving info & videos

Say thank you with Gift It Forward

We might not be able to meet in person but that shouldn’t stop us from finding ways to connect! There are so many great local examples of being neighbourly, supporting and caring for one another in our community. Show your appreciation or remind someone they are not alone and Gift It Forward with a free surprise gift bag!

Gift It Forward

Colourful Canines with Ashley Gaboury

Ever wanted to learn how to paint your four-legged friend? Join Ashley online Saturday, Feb. 27 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and turn a favourite pet photo into a bright, colorful acrylic painting on canvas. Beginners, teen, adults welcome. Supply kits with a GOLDEN Acrylics supply set and Silver Brush brush will be available for purchase.

Register for course #13029

Next Council meeting

The next Council meeting is Monday, Feb. 22 at 3 p.m. Agenda packages are available Thursday evenings prior to each meeting on the Town website. Council meetings are streamed live online.

Watch live online

Download the free Okotoks waste app 

The app has a search function to help you know where to properly dispose of hundreds of waste items. It also sends reminders and alert notices to ensure you never miss a collection day.

Get the app

#ShopOkotoks!

We are so excited to have local eateries starting to re-open across our community. Check out your favourite local restaurants as they open up. Thanks for shopping local!

Shop local