February 2026 Newsletter

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View the meeting agenda and packages posted on the Monday prior to each meeting here. 
Regular Council Meeting - February 10th at 7:00pm
Regular Council Meeting - February 24th at 1:00pm

Holiday Week Garbage Schedule

Important Update on Garbage Collection Schedule for Family Day Week! 

🗑️ Monday's pick-up will be on Tuesday
​​​​​​​🗑️ Tuesday's pick-up shifts to Wednesday
🗑️ Wednesday's pick-up will move to Thursday
🗑️ Thursday and Friday collections will stay the same

Thank you for your understanding, and enjoy your Family Day celebrations!

PASS POWDERKEG SKI HILL

There's all kinds of fun happening at PPK this month!

-Feb. 7: Night Skiing from 6-8pm sponsored by Northback, with proceeds going to Crowsnest Pass KidSport

-Feb. 13: Jib in the Park from 5-8pm sponsored by Boarderline Skateshop

-Feb. 19: No Pressure Race Series from 6-8pm

-Feb. 21: Night Skiing from 6-8pm sponsored by Kirkham Insurance, with proceeds going to Crowsnest Pass Health Foundation

-Feb. 28: Human Dog Sled Race starting at 12:30pm

COMMUNITY SERVICES PROGRAMMING

It's Time to RENEW! 

Business and Animal licenses can now be renewed at the Municipal Office in Coleman (8502-19 Avenue). If you have not received your invoice for your business, please contact reception at 403-562-8833 or reception@crowsnestpass.com. (Invoices are not generated for animal licenses) 

February Safety & Enforcement Focus

This month’s focus from the Alberta Traffic Safety Calendar is distracted driving, winter driving, and fatigue. Our local enforcement priority in the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass is snow removal within the road right-of-way.

Safety Focus

Distracted Driving

• Put the phone away—hands-free doesn’t mean risk-free.

• Set your route and playlist before you drive.

• If you must text or take a call, pull over safely.

Winter Driving

• Slow down and leave extra space—stopping distances can triple on ice.

• Clear all windows, mirrors, headlights, and tail lights.

• Keep winter tires, a full washer fluid reservoir, and an emergency kit in your vehicle.

Driver Fatigue

• Plan breaks on longer trips (every 2 hours or 160 km).

• Swap drivers when possible; avoid late-night departures.

• If you’re drowsy, don’t drive—rest first.

BYLAW FOCUS — Snow Removal

Thank you for helping keep roads and sidewalks safe this winter. Heavy snowfall can make removal challenging for everyone.

Please do:
• Keep snow from driveways, parking lots, and walkways on your property.
• If you have excess snow, arrange hauling to an approved dumping site—call 403-562-8833 for options.
• Keep hydrants and catch basins clear. Check in on neighbours who may need help.

Please don’t:
• Place or push snow into the road right-of-way. Snow piles can block signs, reduce visibility, and create ice after thaw/freeze cycles.

Enforcement
Our first step is education and voluntary compliance. When necessary, placing snow in the road right-of-way may be subject to a ticket, and Municipal removal costs (labour and equipment) may be invoiced to the property owner.

Questions or need assistance? 403-562-8833 • reception@crowsnestpass.com
Full rules: crowsnestpass.com → Bylaws

Community Corner

CROWSNEST PASS ADULT EDUCATION

PEAKS TO PINES RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION & CROWSNEST CRUISERS

PEAKS TO PINES RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION

If you are interested in contributing to our latest fundraising campaign to purchase AED machines for the Seniors Lodge, please let us know.

We are a registered charity and issue tax receipts for donations of $25 or more. Name plates are mounted on a Wall of Thanks in the lobby of Peaks to Pines Seniors Lodge for donations of $100 or more. Logos of donors may be placed on the Crowsnest Cruisers van for donations of $5,000 or more to that service. Donors are also recognized on social media. We accept donations by cheque, cash, or e-transfer to peakstopinesresidents@gmail.com and sincerely appreciate your support!

Please check out our website at www.p2pra.ca. It includes information about our fundraising efforts, volunteer opportunities, an ‘In Memory’ page, list of donors, and much more!

CROWSNEST CRUISERS

The Cruisers provides assisted transportation for older adults (50+) and persons with mobility challenges locally throughout the Crowsnest Pass and out-of-town to Pincher Creek, Fort Macleod, Lethbridge, and Calgary. Call Marie @ 403.583.5598 to book your ride.

Local hours of service are:
Monday/Wednesday/Friday: 8:30am – 3:00pm
Tuesday/Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm* Note the change to full day service on Thursdays, thanks to a grant from the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass!

Rider fees are:
Local trips: $10 one-way, with $1 for each additional stop. Stamp cards for local trips are available for $25 from the driver or at the General Store at the Peaks to Pines Seniors Lodge…a great gift idea any time of year!
Out-of-town return trips: to Pincher Creek $35; to Fort Macleod $75; to Lethbridge $100; and to Calgary $200. Subsidies are available for individuals who qualify.

We welcome Annette Mahieux-Bone, the newest member of our volunteer driver team! If you have a Class 1, 2, or 4 driver's license (or are willing to obtain one), and are able to help once or twice a month, we’d love to hear from you! Honorariums are offered to volunteer drivers. Call Darcy at 403.583.5587 for more information.
You will find more information about the Cruisers on our website at www.crowsnestcruisers.com.