News, Notices & Publications
PUBLIC NOTICE: Upcoming water fill station repairs
Residents are advised that construction crews from the Capital Region Southwest Water Services Commission (CRSWSC) will be working at the Town of Calmar Reservoir and Fill Station to replace an aging fill-line in early October. The line is owned and operated by the Commission and will need to be shut Read More...
Upcoming changes to recycling collection
More recycling - same convenience! Starting October 1, 2026, residents will be able to recycle even more materials with the same convenience! More materials will be accepted in your blue bags, including glass containers, foam packaging, flexible plastic packaging, aerosol containers, laminated paper and plastic packaging. Click here to see the expanded Read More...
Election & referendum signs in Calmar
A provincial referendum administered by Elections Alberta is scheduled for October 19, 2026. Residents are encouraged to visit the Elections Alberta website for more information. The Town of Calmar cannot regulate the content, size or placement of election or referendum signage in the community, since such advertising is governed by Read More...
Council Highlights – September 8, 2026
At their September 8, 2026, Regular Meeting, Council passed resolutions on the following agenda items: MCSNet Communications Tower - Letter of Support Council directed Administration to prepare a letter in support, undersigned by Mayor Gardner, for the proposed high-speed internet service communication tower development at the Calmar Legion site. Read More...
Land Use Bylaw Review – What We Heard Report
At their September 8 regular meeting, Council accepted the Land Use Bylaw (LUB) Review - What We Heard Report: Spring & Summer 2026 as information. The report summarizes the public feedback received from 59 completed surveys collected between June 8 and July 1, 2026. Key findings from first the two Read More...
Another fantastic Calmar Days!
Calmar Days is our annual signature summer event that brings together residents and visitors from the surrounding region and beyond for a lively celebration of local culture. With lots of fun, family-friendly activities and games, great food, a mega market, movies and fireworks to cap the night off, this Read More...
Mayor’s Column
Responsible, well managed growth is key to our future Hello Calmar, You may have noticed visible signs of growth in our community recently. Construction is underway for new commercial developments downtown, along the west side of Highway 39, and in our residential areas. One of the questions I regularly Read More...
Road Construction Update #3
This summer’s capital project for the replacement of sidewalks, curb and gutter and street overlay in the area of 52 Street and 52 Avenue has been an ongoing struggle due to the unsettled weather. The project was slated for a June 6, 2026, startup date; however, it was delayed until Read More...
Mike Karbonik Arena Survey
What's next for our arena? The Town of Calmar is considering the future of the aging Mike Karbonik Arena and is seeking community input. Like many municipalities, Calmar is planning ahead to help support responsible long term infrastructure planning. The Town will be considering a range of options for the Read More...
PUBLIC NOTICE
Environmental Protection And Enhancement Act: Notice of Application In accordance with the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, the Town of Calmar has applied to Alberta Environment and Protected Areas for a renewal of an existing approval for the Calmar Wastewater System. The wastewater system consists of a gravity wastewater collection Read More...
Road Construction Update #2
(July 16, 2026) Phase 1 curb and gutter replacement work will begin along the South and West sides of 52 Avenue and 52 Street on July 17 or 18, weather permitting. Once the concrete is poured, there will be a seven-day curing period where affected residents will not have access Read More...
Blue Bag Recycling & Organics Collection
Our waste, recycling and organics collection programs help residents manage their waste responsibly and contribute to a cleaner, greener and more livable community. Blue Bag recycling is collected bi-weekly on every second Thursday of the month. The next collection date is July 23, 2026. Organics collection takes place weekly on Read More...
Road Construction Update #1
(July 10, 2026) - Road crews are working to replace the sidewalk, curb and gutter infrastructure along 52 Avenue, from Parkview Crescent to 50 Street, and the curb and gutter along 52 Street, from 52 Avenue to Westview Drive. Once the concrete work is done, workers will install asphalt overlays Read More...
Free Indoor Movies – July 10 & 21
Check out our summer movie series!
Organics Recycling
Organic Waste pickup starts May 4.
Recycling Pickup: July 23
Recycling pick up: May 14 and May 28
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