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February 14, 2025 by

Alberta Health Services – Health Advisory- Boil Water Advisory Lifted within the MD of Smoky River

Alberta Health Services – Health Advisory

February 13, 2025

Boil Water Advisory lifted for areas within the M.D. of Smoky River

M.D. OF SMOKY RIVER – Alberta Health Services (AHS) has confirmed that satisfactory water quality has been restored for the following communities: Falher, Girouxville, Guy, Donnelly, Jean Cote, Smoky River Water Co-op Station, the Smoky River Water Co-op fill station, and any locations supplied by the above.

As water quality has been restored, the boil water advisory issued for these areas within the M.D. OF SMOKY RIVER has been lifted, effective immediately. 

All residents and businesses within these communities can return to normal water consumption practices; boiling is no longer required. Information about flushing lines following a boil water advisory and other information can be accessed online at https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Alberta/Pages/Boil-water-advisory-how-to-use-water-safely.aspx. 

Residents with health concerns can contact Health Link to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day, seven days a week, toll-free at 811. 

Alberta Health Services provides a range of healthcare services for more than four million adults and children living in Alberta. Our mission is to provide excellent, patient-focused healthcare that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans. Our current focus is on reducing emergency department wait times, improving EMS response times, increasing access to surgeries, and improving patient flow.

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For media inquiries, contact:
Lisa Laferriere

AHS Communications

780-296-2558

February 13, 2025 by

Boil Water Order Has Been Rescinded

The Boil Water Order Has Been Rescinded **

Dear Residents,

I am pleased to inform you that the Boil Water Order has been lifted. The Water treatment plant is operating effectively and has been stable for some time. Truckfills in Falher, Donnelly, Girouxville, Jean Cote and Guy are re-opened for potable use. 

The Smoky River Water Commission thanks you for your patience and resilience during the 75 days the Boil Water Order was in effect. I would like to emphasize that none of the treatment issues we experienced since October were due to Operator error. With 50-year-old infrastructure, upgrades and outages are to be expected. Water parameters are constantly changing, and traditional treatment methods sometimes need to be adjusted as well. This can be challenging with old infrastructure and limited space. When changing any part of the treatment system, many pilot tests must be conducted, and approval must be obtained from Alberta Environment and Protected Areas, with strict adherence to protocols and steps.

Dedicated staff of the Smoky River Water Commission have been working every day for over 100 days to ensure public safety despite turbidity challenges. The Water Commission has conducted extra sampling during this period to confirm that the water is free of viruses and pathogens. We are out testing the water every day, and our staff take their responsibility very seriously. We sign a code of conduct, and it is our job to ensure water safety. As the saying in our industry goes, “No Operator, No Water.” So when you see your local Water Operator, please offer them thanks or appreciation for their dedication and resilience during this very stressful period for Water Professionals.

Please see the attached Notice of Compliance as issued by Alberta Health Services.

Thank you again for your cooperation.

Sincerely,

Smoky River Water Commission

February 3, 2025 by

Refocus Updates Progress for Provincial Health Agencies

Refocus Updates Progress for Provincial Health Agencies
Work to refocus Alberta’s health care system is ongoing as the province moves to a unified provincial sector-based model. This work includes establishing and supporting new provincial health agencies that will focus on care delivery in the pillars of acute care, primary care, continuing care and mental health and addiction. Significant progress has been made. Read on for updates about Assisted Living Alberta, Primary Care Alberta, Acute Care Alberta, and opportunities to learn more and share your feedback through the second round of comprehensive public engagement.
Announcing Assisted Living Alberta   Alberta’s government is establishing Assisted Living Alberta – the new provincial continuing care agency – to ensure the province is well-positioned to meet the future needs that are anticipated with Alberta’s both growing and aging population. Assisted Living Alberta will provide Albertans access to a comprehensive system of continuing care with a full range of wraparound services, including medical and non-medical supports, home care, community care and social services. This transition will allow the province to place a holistic social service lens on assisted living services to deliver care more effectively and consistently throughout the province. By taking this approach, individuals and families will have more options when they need care and as their needs evolve, helping older adults and vulnerable populations maintain their quality of life and independence. Assisted Living Alberta is on track to be established and become an entity by April 1, and will be fully operational by fall 2025. The new agency will align medical and non-medical supports and services, increase continuing care spaces, reduce wait times, and provide comprehensive wraparound supports for Albertans who require different levels and types of care.
Read the News Release
Primary Care Alberta is operational February 1   Primary Care Alberta is the provincial health agency overseeing and coordinating the delivery of primary health care services. It became a legal entity November 18, 2024 and will be operational February 1, 2025. Primary Care Alberta will immediately begin work to ensure every Albertan has access to high-quality primary care services in all areas of the province, so all Albertans and their families are supported in their day-to-day health needs through every stage of life. Its priorities are: Ensuring every Albertan has access to high-quality primary care services across the province. Incentivizing care models that improve health outcomes and prioritize patient experience. Supporting integrated teams of family physicians, nurse practitioners and pharmacists to provide the best care possible.
Learn more at PrimaryCareAlberta.ca
Acute Care Alberta is a legal entity February 1   Acute Care Alberta is the provincial health agency overseeing acute care. It becomes a legal entity on February 1, 2025. It will be operational this Spring. Acute Care Alberta works directly with service providers, including Alberta Health Services and Covenant Health, the network of hospitals, urgent care centres, and EMS to ensure fast access to essential services across Alberta. Its priorities are: Shorter wait-times at emergency departments and for surgeries. Faster EMS response time. Higher-quality care across the province and enhanced access to care in rural areas.
Learn more at AcuteCareAlberta.ca
Get Involved
All Albertans are invited to participate in the second round of comprehensive public engagement about health care system refocusing. Register now to attend an in-person engagement session. Learn more about health care system refocusing, what was heard in the first round of engagement, and the progress made. You will also have the opportunity to share feedback that will continue to help guide the design and implementation of the refocused health care system. If you cannot attend in person, you can find the latest information on health care system refocusing, view the presentation being shared at the sessions, and complete the online feedback form at alberta.ca/leadtheway
Lead the Way

January 22, 2025 by

Northern Alberta Development Bursary Program

The Northern Alberta Development Bursary Program
The Northern Alberta Development (NAD) Bursary Program provides return of service bursaries to students who agree to live and work within the program boundary in their field of studies after they graduate.

Students need to apply for a bursary for each year they want to be considered. Students can apply for more than one bursary but can only accept one bursary in an academic year.

The Northern Alberta Development Bursary (NADB)
Students entering a program of studies that is one or two years long or students entering the last two years of their program of studies can access up to $7,000 per year.

Specialty Bursaries
• Medical or Dentistry Student – $14,000/year.
– Funding available for up to 4 years of program.
• Nurse Practitioner Student – $10,500/year.
– Funding available for up to 3 years of program.
• Pharmacy Student – $7,000/year.
– Funding available for up to 4 years of program.
• Veterinary Student – $7,000/year.
– Funding available for up to 4 years of program.

Application Dates: January 2 – April 30.

The First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) Bursary
Students in a certificate or diploma program can access up to $7,000 per year for their studies. Students in a bachelor’s, master’s or PhD program can access up to $11,500 per year for any year of their studies.

Application Dates: First intake February 1 to June 1.
Second intake from June 5 to November 15.

Bursary Partnership Program (BPP) Bursary
Students are sponsored by a business, organization, or municipality. The NAD program does not find a sponsor for students.
• The NAD program will match the sponsor’s bursary amount up to $3,500.00 per student per year.
• Higher matching funds are available for:
– Medical or Dentistry students can access up to $28,000/year.
– Nurse Practitioner can access up to $21,000/year.
– Pharmacy or Veterinary students can access up to $14,000/year.

Deadline for sponsors to provide NAD with required documents is November 30.

For more details visit: Northern Alberta Development Bursary Program | Alberta.ca

Alberta invests in skilled northern workforce – again!

December 31, 2024 by

2025 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION

The next municipal general election will be held on Monday, October 20th, 2025.

The Village of Girouxville is informing all residents that nominations are officially open January 1st, 2025, however as the office will be closed for the holidays, the earliest a nomination paper may be filed is January 6th, 2025.

The nomination period will run from January 1st, 2025 until noon on Monday, September 22, 2025.

Candidates may submit completed nomination forms in person at the Village of Girouxville Administration Office prior to noon on Monday, September 22, 2025 to be eligible to run for municipal office.

Nomination Packages are available at the Village of Girouxville Administration Office at 4804-50th Street. Excluding Nomination Day, candidates must make an appointment with the Returning Officer by calling 780-323-4270 to file their Nomination Papers.

The Village of Girouxville voters will elect:

  • 5 Councillors

Voters are encouraged to register in advance to make the voting process quicker and more convenient, eliminating the need to register at the voting location. Registration can be completed at Register to Vote

Nomination Period: January 1st to September 22nd, 2025

Election Day: October 20th, 2025

Returning Officer, Estelle Girard may be contacted at Ph: 780-323-4270 or email: girouxvl@iwantwireless.ca

RELATED INFORMATION

Local Authorities Election Act :https://kings-printer.alberta.ca/1266.cfm?page=L21.cfm&leg_type=Acts&isbncln=9780779850

Municipal Government Act: https://www.qp.alberta.ca/documents/acts/m26.pdf

Running for Municipal Office in Alberta – A Guide for Candidates: https://www.alberta.ca/municipal-elections-overview.aspx

December 17, 2024 by

Notice of Regular Council Meeting

Pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, please be advised the Village of Girouxville Regular Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at the Village Administration Office Conference Room @ 4804-50th Street @ 7:00 p.m.

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