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A Warming Centre will be open at the Alliance Church (9935 - 93 Ave) Jan 15-17, 9pm-8am for anyone who needs a warm place to sleep. If you need assistance or if you see someone who needs a place to
#KeepWarm
please call 780-992-6100 More Info:
#FortSask
City staff member caught on camera going above and beyond with an act of service. Keith Hart, an operator with our Parks Department stopped to provide assistance to a resident in a wheelchair who was experiencing some mobility issues on some snow & ice.
Today we will say goodbye to Canada’s longest serving firefighter (70 yrs).
Walter Thomaszewski (Thomas) passed away on Nov 20 at the age of 95.
There will be a procession from the Walter Thomas Fire Station to Our Lady of the Angels Church starting at 11:15 am
#FortSask
#FSFD
Today we pay our respects to all the men and women we've lost to workplace injury. All flags at City Facilities will be half mast from sunrise to sunset.
#DayofMourning
#FortSask
#Respect
As Pride Month kicks off, join us in embracing love, acceptance, & unity as we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and their incredible contributions to our vibrant city.
There is no shortage of events from June 9th-15th. For more details, head to
Congratulations to
#FortSask
’s Devin Selte on receiving the Outstanding Community Leader Award, as part of the Lieutenant Governor’s Leadership for Active Communities Awards program, in partnership with the
@arpaonline
Thank you for 28 fantastic years! Although you'll be missed, we'll never forget your hard work and dedication as the ambassadors of our Sheep Program. We wish you both a happy retirement.
Share your Happy Retirement messages below👇with tags:
#SheepFS
#FortSask
@FortPrecinct
Story: New domestic violence unit at
#FortSask
RCMP detachment announced. Cpl. Jennifer Brown takes on the role of Domestic Violence Coordinator and will provide guidance and support on all cases.
The tough days are not easy to talk about. Let's challenge the stigma around
#Mentalhealth
and break bread together.
#ItsOkNotToBeOk
#FortSask
Thank you to all our first responders for making a positive impact in our community.
Flags will be half mast at City facilities in remembrance of those we lost on the job to work-related injuries. Let's commit to the prevention of workplace injuries.
#DayofMourning
#DYK
? The first
#RemembranceDay
was observed on Nov.11, 1931. Every year on Nov.11, Canadians pause in a moment of silence to honour and remember the men and women who have served, and still serve
#Canada
during times of war, conflict and peace.
#LestWeForget
❗ Face Covering Bylaw in Effect❗
Face coverings now required for everyone 10 years and older, unless they meet exemption criteria, in:
😷 Public buildings
😷 Transit buses
😷 Enclosed bus shelters
😷 For hire transportation
Learn more 👉
#FortSask
The fire department is hosting a open house today (Oct.7), 5:30-7:30 p.m. They'll have food, a bouncy house, demonstrations and PRIZES!
#FirePreventionWeek
#SaveTheDate
Today is
#MentalHealthAwarenessDay
and we want to remind everyone that It's never too late to ask for help. Sometimes all it takes is a hug or a kind word and other times it's a shoulder to lean on. If you need someone to talk to please contact
#FortSask
#FCSS
at 780-992-6267
Check out West River's Edge! It's packed with lots to do for everyone in your family cohort. More info:
Remember, even though we're outside will still have to keep our distance, keep with our cohorts, & stay home if feeling ill.
#fortsask
#winterfun
The
@CityFortSask
is excited to showcase a new addition to our Parks Dept!!!! This year the lake at West Rivers Edge has a skating track! There is still ice fishing permitted with a license in designated areas; also skiing & tobogganing. Lots of fun for everyone!
As news about the mass grave discovered at the residential school in Kamloops became known this weekend, Fort Saskatchewan has lowered our flags for 215 hours in sorrow and respect of the 215 children that didn’t make it home:
#orangeshirt
What's your three-year vision for
#FortSask
Downtown? Have your say, share your ideas and share your interests at our public engagement workshops. Register Today! or 780-992-6232
Congratulations
@CityFortSask
#PublicWorks
Department for winning 1st and 3rd at Western Canada Snow Conference Snow Plow Roadeo!!
@APWAupdates
1st Place – Garry Thompson
3rd Place – Mike Haanen
It's that time again!
#FSLightsUp
🎄 takes place on Nov. 22 at
#FortSask
City Hall. Festivities start at 5 pm. We'll have hot chocolate, cookies, face painting, photo ops with 🎅and PRIZES!
Hey, Fort Sask! West River's Edge is officially open for the winter. Please stay tuned for more updates on the skating loop and ice slide.
#FortSask
#winterwonderland
Story: Get outside, but stay safe! ⛸️🛷⛄️We're excited to see an increased interest in our outdoor amenities, but we remind everyone health orders are in place and to follow AHS health guidelines .
Learn more 👉🏽
STORY:
#FortSask
launches Good Neighbour Award! We are proud recognize the Good Neighbours in our city who connect, energize and celebrate our
#community
.
#RecTuesday
: As long as our recreation facilities are closed, we're offering three daily workouts with a Life Fitness Digital Coach for FREE! Register at
#FortSask
#HomeWorkouts
@CityFortSask
City Manager
@troyfleming
bids his Executive Assistant Laura Tidwell farewell and thank her for her 28 years of service. Congratulations Laura on retirement
Movie Under the Stars is BACK📽️! Join us on Aug. 14 for a drive in movie. Follow our Facebook event: for more details and to vote for your favourite movie. Thank you
@NCCoop_AB
for sponsoring this event.
#Movienight
#FortSask
#DriveIn
Flag at the Fire House will be half mast till January 3rd to mourn the loss of a fellow firefighter. Former SCES firefighter and Paramedic Mike Hart who passed away while on shift on Sunday with AHS.
This is a conversation about
#FortSask
. As new priorities are set for our city's future, we need to know what is most important to you.
This is your fort, your city, and your say.
Please provide your input.
Story: The
@FortPrecinct
is reopening on June 30🥳! Our museum staff have been working hard to safely welcome back guests, and meet reopening guidelines.
#FortSask
#COVID19AB
Harbour Pool is OPEN!
It's open six days a week with modified hours. Activities and programs include: lane swim, aqua fitness, swimming lessons, and public swim!
Learn more 👉🏽
On the Candy trail:
🎃 Use a flash light to see and be seen
🎃 Stay on sidewalks, and walk facing traffic
🎃 Cross the road at crosswalks
🎃 Be visible. Wear reflective tape on your costume
🎃 Wear make up instead of a mask
🎃 Stay in a familiar area
🎃 Dress for the weather
#COVID
-19 Update: Effective Monday, May 11, Pivotal Physiotherapy will be open to their patients by appointment only. No other access to the Dow Centennial Centre is permitted at this time.
#COVID19AB
#FortSask
@FortSaskRec
Grand Opening! Join us for the grand opening of the new Gymnastics Centre in
#FortSask
. Oct 19, 1-3 p.m. (9419 94 Ave) The
@Fortgymnastics
will be giving tours, program updates and demonstrations. More event details here 🤸♀️
#SavetheDate
On Sept 30, we'll be recognizing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Join us at 2 p.m. for an outdoor event in front of City Hall as we learn about Indigenous history and culture and reflect upon the future of Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. Everyone is welcome.
Thanks everyone for a fantastic winter season⛸️! The Mowat outdoor rink and West River's Edge skating loop are still OPEN.
All other outdoors skating rinks are CLOSED.
More info:
We are proud to proclaim September 30, 2020 as
#OrangeShirtDay2020
in the City of Fort Saskatchewan. Today we honour the Indigenous children who were sent away to residential schools in Canada and take time to learn more about their history.
#FortSask
Bring family and friends and celebrate the best of the upcoming holiday season, Fort Sask style! For more information on the outdoors-only event, please visit
Get your reusable shopping bags ready! The
@FtSaskChamber
Farmers' Market kicks-off tomorrow (June 13) at 4:30 p.m.
First 1,000 attendees get a FREE hot dog!
#shoplocal
#markets
Fort Sask Alert: A police presence is established near James Mowatt School due to an individual with a firearm. The incident is located in the vicinity of 82 Street, 96 Avenue, and 89 Street. Residents are advised to shelter in place and everyone else should avoid the area.
Starting today, we're celebrating
#BlackHistoryMonth
to recognize the history, achievements, and influence of the Black community. First thing? Check out our community happenings over at the Multicultural Association .