The public works crew is rebuilding the TWP RD152 between RR194 & RR192 by the hamlet of Travers. This road rebuild is projected to last approximately 8 weeks.

Some important reminders for vehicles entering & exiting this section of road:

• SLOW down! The posted speed limit is 50km/hr and is strictly enforced.

• ️Stay on the roadway and behind the grader. Do not try to go around them, please. They will lead you through.

• Construction equipment has the right of way. Make eye contact with operators to ensure they know you are there.

Expect delays by allowing for extra time.

If you have any questions or concerns, call (403) 423-0057.

Vulcan County is advising residents and agricultural producers of recent developments regarding access to strychnine for the control of Richardson’s ground squirrels (commonly known as gophers).

The federal government has approved the emergency use of 2% Liquid Strychnine for farmers in Alberta and Saskatchewan. In response, Vulcan County has confirmed it will be able to dispense the product to qualified producers once it becomes available.

AVAILABILITY

Due to manufacturing limitations, the availability of 2% Liquid Strychnine is not expected until late May at the earliest.

TRAINING

The County also notes that mandatory training will be required for all individuals intending to purchase, handle, or use the product. Training sessions will be offered locally in April and May. These sessions are separate from the Farmer Pesticide Course, and participants will be required to obtain a specific certification for the use of 2% Liquid Strychnine.

RESTRICTIONS

In addition, new restrictions governing the purchase and application of the product will be introduced. Full details on these requirements will be provided during the training sessions.

Vulcan County will be sharing more information in the coming weeks, including training dates, certification requirements, and product availability timelines. Residents are encouraged to monitor the County’s website and social media channels for updates.

To sign up for the upcoming training please email 
caleb.scott@vulcancounty.ab.ca 
or call (403)423-0261.

UPDATE – APRIL 17, 2026

The video recording of the Public Hearing is now available and can be viewed by clicking the link below.

Video Recording of Public Hearing

NEXT STEPS: The bylaw will come back to Council for consideration of second and third (final) reading at a May Council Meeting (date to be determined).

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A Public Hearing for Bylaw 2026-007 was held at 1:30pm on April 1, 2026. Council received 35 written responses (see agenda package) and heard from 30 speakers at the hearing that deemed themselves affected. A total of 107 people attended the hearing in-person, with many others watching online.

The Public Hearing was officially closed at 5:02pm.
Council can no longer receive written or verbal comments regarding the bylaw.

The agenda has been updated with all submissions from the Public Hearing, and the minute are available – click here to view. The bylaw will come back to Council for consideration of second and third (final) reading at a May Council Meeting (date to be determined).

If you have questions regarding Bylaw 2026-007, please contact our Manager of Development Services.

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 Bylaw 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.

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.