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!

News

See our EVENTS page.

Land Use Bylaw Review Update

Posted on October 30, 2024 under: Announcements

The DRAFT Land Use Bylaw and proposed Zoning Map is now available for review. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to review the documents and complete the associated SURVEY. More information can be found on the Land Use Bylaw Review Landing Page.

Special Council Meeting, October 29 at 6:30 p.m.

Posted on October 25, 2024 under: Announcements

Mayor Martin has called a Special Council Meeting on October 29, commencing at 6:30 p.m. at Council Chambers, located in the Village office, for the purpose of making decisions regarding the Water Reservoir Replacement and Pump Station Upgrade Project. The meeting agenda can be found here.

ATB/Village Office Closure – Friday Oct. 25, 2024

Posted on October 21, 2024 under: Announcements

The ATB and Village office will be closed on Friday October 25. If you need to visit the office or the bank this week, please do so by Thursday October 24. We will reopen for normal operations on Tuesday Oct. 29.

Empress Gravel Pit, Letter from Minister McIver

Posted on October 18, 2024 under: Announcements

Empress received a letter from Minister McIver, in response to the allegations made regarding the Empress Gravel Pit. Council requested that the letter be posted to the website in an act of transparency.

Chief Administrative Officer Job Posting

Posted on October 16, 2024 under: Announcements Council News

The Village of Empress is looking for a new Chief Administrative Officer. Interested Applicants are encouraged to apply by November 14, 2024, however, the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. More information can be found in the CAO Job Posting and CAO Job Description.

Public Auction, October 1, 2024

Posted on September 23, 2024 under: Announcements

Land Use Bylaw Review

Posted on September 23, 2024 under: Announcements Council News

Interested in the current Land Use Bylaw Review? Please visit our new land use bylaw review landing page, https://villageofempress.com/council/land-use-bylaw-review/.

September Regular Council Meeting

Posted on September 13, 2024 under: Announcements

Agenda

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 @ 6:30 pm
Regular Council Meeting
Empress Village Office Building
6 3 Avenue West

See all Agendas and Minutes here.

 

Empress Fruit Cake Fundraiser

Posted on September 11, 2024 under: Announcements


 

Empress Pumpkin Carving

Posted on September 11, 2024 under: Announcements


 

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