Municipal District of Bonnyville

11/05/2025

🎄 Don’t miss Grinchy Christmas at the Shaw House VIC on Dec. 3!
Late-night shopping, photos, and festive fun for all ages.

bit.ly/VICShawHouse

🎄 Christmas at the lake just got a little grinchier! 🎄
Join us at the Shaw House VIC Trading Post at Vezeau Beach on Dec. 3, from 4 to 7 p.m., for shopping and festive fun.

📸 Bring a donation for the food bank and get a photo with everyone’s favourite holiday trouble-maker, captured by Sees the Day Photography — first come, first served!

For more details, visit bit.ly/VICShawHouse

11/04/2025

MEDIA RELEASE
Avian Flu identified in M.D. small domestic poultry flock

November 4, 2025 – Today, the Municipal District of Bonnyville was notified that Avian Flu has been identified in a small domestic poultry flock, located in the northeast portion of the municipality.

It has been identified as a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) strain, which can cause severe clinical signs and potentially high mortality rates among poultry populations. The risk of HPAI rises during the migration season.

“Residents in the 10-kilometre control zone have been notified if they have their Premise Identification Number (PID),” said M.D. Agricultural Fieldman, Janice Boden. “The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is working under the direction of the Office of the Chief Provincial Veterinarian (OCPV) to ensure biosecurity measures are in place.”

Avian Flu primarily effects waterfowl (ducks, geese, etc.), and can spread to domestic poultry (turkeys, ducks, chickens).

While head tremors and limp neck are common signs of avian influenza in sick wild birds, signs of Avian Flu in domestic birds can include:

• depression and droopiness, and/or loss of appetite
• sudden drop in egg production, with many of the eggs soft-shelled
• purplish-blue colouring of wattles and combs, with blisters on the combs
• swelling of the skin under the eyes
• coughing, sneezing

Producers are encouraged to ensure their PID information is up to date and to review the Government of Canada Avian Influenza page at bit.ly/GoCAvianFlu. This site has information on surveillance, the latest updates on the Avian Flu situation in Canada, a toolkit for producers, tips for bird owners, and more.

In general, members of the public should avoid handling live or dead wild and domestic birds. If handling can't be avoided, wear disposable gloves, place a plastic bag over your hand before picking up the dead bird, or shuffle the dead bird into a box or container without touching it (for example, use a stick to move the bird). Wash your hands with soap and water and disinfect any surfaces that have come into contact with dead birds using alcohol, diluted bleach, or commercial disinfectants.

If someone notices clusters or groups of dead birds — wild or domestic — they are asked to submit a report by calling 310-0000 (toll-free), followed by 780-427-3448. Cases can also be reported online at alberta.ca/avian-influenza-reportable.

If you suspect your flock may have Avian Flu, contact your flock veterinarian and/or the OCPV by calling 780-427-3448.

11/04/2025

Congratulations to Brielle Bernier for being awarded one of the Rural Municipalities of Alberta scholarships!

RMA is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 scholarship! Each winner receives a $1,000 scholarship, awarded based on community involvement, academic achievement, and how applicants see their education promoting their rural communities.

District 1: Avery Dillabough, MD of Acadia #34
District 2: Eythan Young, Red Deer County
District 3: Gayoung Park, Westlock County
District 4: Kjersten Opdahl, County of Grande Prairie No. 1
District 5: Brielle Bernier, Municipal District of Bonnyville

Read more: https://rmalberta.com/news/rma-announces-2025-scholarship-winners/

11/03/2025

2026 Budget Deliberations will take place at the Committee of the Whole Meeting starting November 4, 2025. The agenda package is available at bit.ly/2026BudgetDeliberations

The meeting starts at 9 a.m. in Council Chambers (4905-50 Ave., Bonnyville) and is open to the public.

11/01/2025

Daylight saving time ends this Sunday, November 2.

When you turn your clocks back this weekend, take a few minutes to test your smoke detectors and review your family's emergency plan.

You can find out more about being prepared for an emergency at bit.ly/MDEmergencyManagement.

10/31/2025

The Bonnyville Regional Fire Authority has lifted the fire advisory for the Municipal District of Bonnyville, Summer Villages of Bonnyville Beach and Pelican Narrows, and the Village of Glendon, effective October 31, 2025.

As Fire Season officially ends tomorrow, we urge caution with any winter burning activities.

Although surface fuels have been dampened by recent moisture, underlying soil conditions remain dry. This soil moisture deficit increases the risk of deep-burning ground fires, particularly in areas with organic soils.

We strongly advise that all winter burn sites be regularly monitored to ensure complete extinguishment. Exercise extreme caution to prevent smouldering fires from persisting underground.

Please note – from November 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, fire permits will no longer be required. However, we ask that you notify the dispatch centre prior to burning by calling 780-826-7446.

Keep an eye on albertafirebans.ca for daily updates.

10/31/2025

You can read highlights from the October 28, 2025 Organizational Meeting and Regular Meeting of Council at bit.ly/MDHighlights10282025

A recording of the meeting is also available at bit.ly/MDBvilleYouTube

10/30/2025

The countdown is on — tomorrow night the streets will be crawling with little ghosts, superheroes, and witches as they get ready to fill their candy bags!

You can practically feel the excitement in the air as kids map out their trick-or-treat routes!

To help make sure everyone has a fun and safe Halloween, our Public Safety Department has brewed up a few spellbinding tips:

- Trick or Treat in groups of three or more

- Paint your face instead of wearing a mask which can obstruct your vision

- Don’t eat your candy until your parents say it’s ok

- Only cross roads at intersections where safe and legal to do so

- Never go inside someone’s house or vehicle, no matter what they say to you

- When possible, Trick or Treat with your parents who will enjoy the experience as much as you will

- Wear appropriate footwear — Halloween typically falls on a slippery and cold fall evening

- Wear reflective clothing, extra lights, glow sticks, etc. to increase your visibility during dusk.

Have fun and be safe!

10/27/2025

❄️❄️❄️With the first real hint of winter hitting us today, Kinosoo Ridge Resort is getting into the Christmas spirit by announcing Santa and Dixie Claus are coming to the chalet November 16! Check out the post below, including how to get tickets and book a photo time slot.❄️❄️❄️

Santa and Dixie Claus are coming to town… or more specifically, Kinosoo Ridge!

November 16 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., come and let Santa know all of your Christmas wishes, get your photo taken, and enjoy a warm drink with a cookie in the chalet, all for $50!

Photography will be done by Posies and Petals Photography

Find out more and book your Kinosoo Santa experience at bit.ly/KRRSpecialEvents today!

10/27/2025

Please note - the culvert replacement project at Range Road 423A, one kilometre north of Cold Lake First Nations, has been completed. The road is now open.

10/24/2025

The 2025 Organizational Meeting will take place Tuesday, October 28, 2025. The agenda package is available at bit.ly/2025OrgMeeting

The agenda package for the Regular Meeting of Council, which will follow the Organizational Meeting, is available at bit.ly/MDBville10282025.

Everything will get underway at 9 a.m. The meetings are open to the public.

10/24/2025

MEDIA RELEASE
Official results of 2025 Municipal Election

October 24, 2025 – Following a full recount, the results of the Municipal District of Bonnyville’s Municipal Election are now official.

Reeve – Barry Kalinski*

Ward 1 Councillor – Josh Crick*

Ward 2 Councillor – Caroline Palmer

Ward 3 Councillor – Dan Amalia

Ward 4 Councillor – Edward Duchesne

Ward 5 Councillor – Brian Koluk

Ward 6 Councillor – Ben Fadeyiw*
*denotes incumbent

A full recount was conducted this morning after an error was found during the verification process of the unofficial results earlier in the week. The candidates and/or their scrutineers were given the opportunity to witness the recount. The results can be found at bit.ly/2025ElectionOfficialResults

“We thank all of the candidates for their patience and support as we undertook the recount,” said Returning Officer Stephanie Severin. “Doing the recount was in the best interest of the municipality and all of those involved in the 2025 Municipal Election. It was important to show residents and candidates that the M.D. is open and transparent and that we are dedicated to keeping and earning their trust.”

Council will continue their orientation sessions on Monday. Swearing in will take place during the first meeting of the 2025-2029 Council on October 28, 2025, which starts with the annual Organizational Meeting, followed by a Regular Meeting of Council. Live updates will be posted at x.com/mdbville. Council Highlights and a recording of the meeting will be made available by end of day Friday, October 31.

While there was an increase in voters taking advantage of Advance Voting Days, the overall number of residents casting a vote (3,280) fell by just over 800 in comparison to the 2021 Municipal Election. This year, the M.D. saw a 37% voter turnout, based on the eligible voters on the Permanent Electors Register.