Significant energy upgrades at Pason Centennial Arenas

The Town recently completed a large solar installation with 1,020 panels and upgraded the LED lighting, thanks in part to grant funding received from the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC). Combined, these projects will reduce the Town’s GHG emissions by a total of 454 tonnes.

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Changes to mask requirements for children under 12

The Town of Okotoks continues to implement the easing of public health measures in alignment with provincial direction announced February 8. As of February 14, children under 12 are no longer required to wear mandatory masks in Town owned and operated facilities. As a reminder, effective February 9, the Restrictions Exemption Program (REP) has been removed. 

COVID-19 updates

E-Scooters returning to Okotoks for 2022

E-Scooters will be returning to Okotoks for 2022! The season will run from March to October, weather permitting. Increased safety education will be a key focus for the Town to ensure that everyone can safely enjoy this fun activity as they share the pathways with pedestrians, cyclists and others. 

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Take care around wildlife

We live in a wildlife corridor and can expect to share the area, especially the river valley, with many animals. It is important to remember not to:

• feed wildlife (as indicated in the Town’s Deer and Wildlife Feeding and Attractants Bylaw (28-21)
• approach any wild animal
• leave pet/bird feed outside in reach of deer or other wildlife

Local wildlife info

Urban deer info

Upcoming events & important dates

• February 23: Pink Shirt Day
• February 23: Green Living Webinar: Seed starting for gardening
• February 28: Community Volunteer Income Tax Program opens
• March 1: Council Community Connector
• March 3: Sarah Hagen | Perk up, pianist!
• March 14: 2022 assessment inquiries deadline

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We’re hiring!

Check out our current job openings:

• Seasonal Transportation Labourers
• Seasonal Parks Labourers
• Summer programs & Events Leaders
• Year-round Programs & Events Leaders