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!

Announcements

Assessor in the Village on May 23

Posted on May 20, 2023 under: Announcements

The Village Assessor (Benchmark) will be in Empress on Tuesday May 23 conducting property inspections (for 2024) – please note that the assessor will be out and about the Village doing annual property inspections (in anticipation of 2024) so just take note as a property owner.
The visit and inspections will take place most of the regular workday May 23.
The Village thank you for your patience and cooperation.
Administration

See our Property Taxes page for more information on the Assessor.

 

Announcements

Showerhouse at Peter Fidler Park Now Open

Posted on May 19, 2023 under: Announcements
2022-05-07 Peter Fidler Park Campground showerhouse
The showerhouse at Peter Fidler Park is now open for the season!

 

Announcements

Splashpark now open!

Posted on May 19, 2023 under: Announcements
Empress Splashpark
The Empress splashpark is now open for the season.

 

Announcements

Water Repairs

Posted on May 17, 2023 under: Announcements
Water repairs are in progress and some parts of the Village may have water service temporarily unavailable.
Your patience is appreciated while we make the necessary repairs.
There are no water quality concerns related to this activity.

 

Announcements

May 17 Council Meeting Agenda

Posted on May 17, 2023 under: Announcements
Wednesday, May 17, 2023 @ 6:30 pm
Regular Council Meeting
Empress Village Office Building
6 3 Avenue West

 

Announcements

Village Office Sign!

Posted on May 9, 2023 under: Announcements

On behalf of the Village a big thank you to Leo and Don Hensel for putting up the Village of Empress sign on the office building.  Much appreciated and great volunteering.  Thanks so much!
— Village Office
2023-05-09 Empress Village Office

 

Announcements

Property Tax notices

Posted on April 28, 2023 under: Announcements

The Village politely remind residents that tax notices will be mailed (bar no unforeseen circumstances) end of day May 11.

The Village politely request that those residents who still have outstanding/current arrears tax amounts AND are planning to make payments, that you do so by May 2nd at noon so that this reflects on your 2023 tax notice.

Interac (email) payments payments@villageofempress.ca
See the Bill Payments page for details.
Tax payment receipts can be requested from info@villageofempress.ca
If your mailing address has changed please email the office at info@villageofempress.ca

The Village thank you for your understanding.
Administration

 

Announcements

Office closure

Posted on April 27, 2023 under: Announcements

Office will have
No banking and limited municipal services Thu Apr 27 from 1-4pm & Fri Apr 28 from 9-12 noon
Both will be closed Fri Apr 28 from 12 noon.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
Questions email cao@villageofempress.ca

 

Announcements

Tax Bylaws Passed & Municipal Fees Updated

Posted on April 21, 2023 under: Announcements

The 2023 Tax Bylaws have been passed which you can view on our Bylaws page or Property Taxes page.

The Municipal Fees have been updated and are in effect as of 2023-Apr-19, which you can view on our Rates & Fees page.

 

Announcements

April 19 Council Meeting Agenda

Posted on April 11, 2023 under: Announcements

Wednesday, April 19, 2023 @ 6:30 pm
Regular Council Meeting
Empress Village Office Building
6 3 Avenue West

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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