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

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Harvest is Here

Posted on August 8, 2017 under: Uncategorized

Well with the dry hot July we had, harvest has begun a bit early this year. Lots of combines, trucks and tractors on the move, so be patient when you come across equipment moving on the highways.

Fire Restrictions

Posted on July 18, 2017 under: Announcements

Effective July 18, 2017

Empress Daze

Posted on July 18, 2017 under: Uncategorized

Our third event of the month. What an amazing group of volunteers!

Who wouldn’t want to be in the curling rink on these hot July days. Come out and cheer our curlers on while relaxing in the cool Arena.

Friday night the historical society is hosting another of their great musical events at the historic train station.

Saturday is a full day with the businessman’s pancake breakfast, parade, kids games and the curling finals

Week 3 Summer Fun Day Camp

Posted on July 18, 2017 under: Uncategorized

The girls have a full week of fun planned including a day at the park playing. Be sure to send their swim suits.

Summer Fun Day Camp week 2

Posted on July 12, 2017 under: Uncategorized

The girls are doing a great job with the kids. All kinds of fun activities and learning opportunities.

Motorcycle Poker Rally and Car Show, Summer Curling Bonspiel

Posted on July 12, 2017 under: Announcements

July is a busy month in Empress. This weekend is our first annual motorcycle poker rally and car show. This is a fundraiser for the Oyen FCSS program and there are all kinds of fun activities planned. The following week is our annual Empress Daze Summer Spiel. With this heat wave, the curling rink sounds like a great place to be.

Summer Fun Program

Posted on June 29, 2017 under: Announcements

Our Summer Fun Program will begin July 4th.

July 1st Canada 150 Celebrations

Posted on June 29, 2017 under: Announcements

Just a reminder of the schedule of events for our Canada 150 celebrations this Saturday..

July 1st Canada 150 Celebration

Posted on June 12, 2017 under: Uncategorized

Come join us in Empress July 1st for our Canada 150 celebration. Grand Opening of the Public Works Shop and Splashpark, Kids games, beer gardens, supper, dance and fireworks, starting at 2 p.m.

 

 

Planning for the Future

Posted on June 12, 2017 under: Council News

Monday June 12, 2017 6:30 p.m. Empress Community Hall. Come out and participate and help set the direction for our future.

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