The Village of Empress

is nestled between the Red Deer River and the South Saskatchewan River, at the eastern edge of Alberta. There is a wild feel to this quaint village surrounded by expansive farms and ranches, pronghorns, coyotes and so many different species of birds. The recreation opportunities for adventurers and star-gazers are boundless. Come and see for yourself!

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Feedback Survey

Posted on March 26, 2026 under: Announcements

Village of Empress Strategic Planning Community Feedback Survey

Alternatively, you can use the same link from the Village of Empress Facebook page.

Please do the survey when you have the time. Thank you!

Fire Advisory 2026-03-09

Posted on March 24, 2026 under: Announcements

Correspondence and Complaints Policy

Posted on February 24, 2026 under: Announcements

Correspondence and Complaints Policy

Empress receives $877,444 in additional funding

Posted on November 22, 2024 under: Announcements

Due to inflation and a change of scope, the Village of Empress requested additional grant funding, through the Alberta Municipal Water and Wastewater Program for the new Water Reservoir and Pump House Upgrade Project. We are pleased to announce that Ministers Dreeshen and Horner have granted our request with an additional $877,444 in funding. This funding is critical to ensuring the success of the project and the continued supply of safe drinking water for the Village. The letter from Minister Dreeshen can be found here. The Village thanks the Ministers for listening to our needs and assisting the Village.

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