Spruce View / West County FCSS

10/27/2026

❄️ Community Opportunity Alert! ❄️

We're sharing this opportunity from Golden Circle Senior Resource Centre to help connect older adults with snow-shoveling support this winter.

Golden Circle is currently recruiting brokered workers (18+) to assist older adults with maintaining their sidewalks and driveways throughout the winter season. Flexible hours and $20/hour compensation are offered.

If you or someone you know may be interested, please see the poster below for details on how to apply.

By sharing resources like these, we hope to help ensure Red Deer County residents can access the supports and services they need to remain safe, connected, and independent throughout the winter months. ❤️

10/26/2026

📱💻 Tech Time for Seniors at the Spruce View Community Library!

Need help with your phone, tablet, laptop, or other technology? Join us for Tech Time, where student volunteers from Spruce View School are available to provide one-on-one support in a friendly, relaxed setting.

📍 Spruce View Community Library
📅 November 4 & December 9
⏰ 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
💲 Free for adults 55+

Come with your questions and leave with more confidence using your technology!

10/25/2026

👋 Sharing on behalf of the Innisfail and Area Family Resource Network

10/24/2026

📬 The next edition of West County Connect is coming soon!

Don't miss your monthly connection to what's happening in Spruce View, Markerville, Dickson, and rural West Red Deer County.

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Stay informed. Stay involved. Stay connected. 🌾🤝📬

10/23/2026

10/22/2026

🚨Sharing this opportunity on behalf of Innisfail and Area Family Resource Network

Please note, the attached poster is for the MHFA Supporting Youth Course. MHFA Supporting Youth gives adults practical knowledge and skills for supporting young people experiencing a decline in mental well-being or a mental health or substance use crisis. The course uses youth-specific scenarios, discussions, activities, videos, and current research to place MHFA skills in situations relevant to adolescents and young adults.

Registration available on FRNInnisfail.com

10/21/2026

🎃 Halloween Playgroup Tomorrow! 👻

Join us tomorrow at Playgroup for a little extra Halloween fun! Families are welcome to come dressed in costumes (if they'd like) and enjoy a morning of play, a simple craft, treats, and connection with friends. Holly will be there to welcome everyone and lead the festivities!

📍 Spruce View Community Hall
⏰ 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

A few upcoming reminders:

🎃 There will be no Playgroup next week (October 29).
🏡 On November 5, we'll be welcoming a special guest who will be available for casual conversations about homeschooling and to answer questions from parents who may be interested in learning more.

We can't wait to celebrate with you tomorrow! 🧡🕸️🦇

10/19/2026

🍔🍟 Youth Fall Adventures: Cooking Up Some Fun 🍟🍔

Youth ages 10-17 are invited to join us at the Benalto Family Resource Centre for a hands-on cooking adventure where we'll be making Pizza Burgers & Fries!

📅 Saturday, November 21
⏰ Session 1: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
⏰ Session 2: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

💲 Resident: $23.50 | Non-Resident: $47

This Youth Fall Adventure is a great opportunity to learn new kitchen skills, make delicious food, and connect with other youth in the community.

✅ Registration required: rdcounty.ca/programs

Spaces are limited, so register early! We can't wait to cook with you! 🍽️✨

10/19/2026

Save the Date for The Meat & The Wheat Ag Conference 2027!

📅 Monday, January 11, 2027
📍 Royal Canadian Legion #104 Innisfail, Alberta

Join Red Deer County & agricultural producers from across central Alberta for a day of connection & learning. Connect with fellow farmers, hear from knowledgeable speakers & take-home practical information to support your operation.

Program & registration details coming soon!
Visit RDCounty.ca/AgEvents for updates!