NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 

In accordance with the requirements of Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, the Council of Vulcan County has scheduled a Public Hearing regarding the proposed adoption of the following Bylaw:

Bylaw: 2026-007
Date: April 1, 2026 
Time: 1:30 pm (will adjourn at 4:30 pm and reconvene another day if required)
Location: Vulcan County Administration Building, 102 Centre Street, Vulcan, Alberta
The Public Hearing will be livestreamed.

The purpose of the proposed amendment (Bylaw 2026-007) is: 

• To redesignate 850 acres of section 14-15-21 W4 and portions of 15-15-21 W4 from Rural General to Rural Industrial to develop the property in accordance with the provisions of the Rural Industrial Land Use District.

This is not a development application for a Data Processing Operation. The Public Hearing is strictly for consideration to rezone the land to allow for an application to be submitted within the framework of the Rural Industrial Land Use District.
View the Bylaw & Proposal

The personal information you provide is collected in accordance with Section 4(c) of the Alberta Protection of Privacy Act (POPA) and will be protected under Part 2 of that Act. The information collected will be used for the purposes of the public hearing. Please direct any questions about the collection, use or disclosure of your personal information to Vulcan County’s Access & Privacy Officer at 403-485-2241.

The Government of Alberta has increased fines under the Traffic Safety Act, with the new penalties taking effect on March 13, 2026. These changes apply province-wide and are enforced locally by municipal enforcement officers and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

Under the updated penalty schedule, fines for many common traffic offences have increased by approximately 30 per cent, while fines for several high-risk driving offences have increased by up to 50 per cent. The changes are part of the province’s efforts to improve road safety and discourage dangerous driving behaviours.

Several common traffic violations have seen moderate increases, including:

• Distracted driving: $300 → $390
• Unsafe left turn: $162 → $211
• Non-compliant window glazing (tinted windows): $81 → $105

More serious offences that pose a higher risk to public safety received larger increases:

• Excessive speeding (50 km/h over the limit): $495 → $744
• Stunting: $567 → $852

Speeding fines have also been adjusted under the new schedule:

• 30 km/h over the limit: up to $324
• 40 km/h over the limit: up to $560
• 50 km/h over the limit: up to $744

Drivers who exceed the speed limit by more than 50 km/h will now face a mandatory court appearance, where the final fine amount will be determined by the court.

Other Examples of Updated Fines

Additional offences with updated penalty amounts include:

• Construction zone speeding: $540 (previously $499)
• Distracted driving: $390
• Driving without a licence: $351
• No active vehicle registration: $527

High-risk offences such as careless driving, excessive speed, stunting, and racing received some of the largest increases.

Officials remind motorists that these changes are intended to promote safer driving habits and reduce dangerous behaviours on Alberta roads. Drivers are encouraged to slow down, follow posted speed limits, and remain attentive while driving to help keep roads safe for everyone.

Vulcan County is pleased to share an update on the new Industrial Park Bulk Fill Water Station, which is currently under construction and expected to be completed by May 1, 2026.

Once finished, the pump station will provide potable water servicing to the Industrial Park and will replace the current bulk (truck fill) water station located in Vulcan.

The new bulk water fill station will offer several improvements for users, including:

• Improved access for trucks
• Faster filling times
• Greater reliability

Completing potable water servicing to the Industrial Park also supports future growth and development, opening the area to a wider range of industrial businesses.

More updates will be shared as the project progresses and the opening date approaches.

Applications are now open for the 2026 Dust Abatement Program.

What is dust abatement?:
Dust abatement involves applying man-made oil products (C20) to the surface of gravel roads. These products bind to fine sand and dirt particles in the gravel to help control dust.

Dust Abatement Program Information:

1. Applications are open until April 17th.
2. A new application is required every year. We will not be contacting applications from previous years.
3. Applicants are charged only for the liters of product actually applied. A minimum of 400 feet of application is required.
4. This service is weather dependent and will take place over the spring and summer months.
5. Invoices will be issued by early August.

How to Apply:

Call Tawnya @ (403)485-3124
Email tawnya.sanderson@vulcancounty.ab.ca
Visit the County Shop – 107 3rd Street Vulcan AB

If you think dust control would benefit your property or roadway, now is the time to apply!