Garbage Changed
In light of Remembrance Day, Garbage pick-up for the East Side will now be on Monday, November 10th instead of Tuesday, November 11.
Please note that there are no changes to the West Side Recycling schedule, which will continue to take place on Tuesday, November 11th.
November 7th, Public Service Announcement from Alberta Health Services
Bow Island emergency department extending hours
BOW ISLAND – Effective immediately, the Bow Island Health Centre emergency department (ED) is extending its hours and will be open:
• 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday
• 7 a.m. Friday to 8 p.m. Monday
Non-urgent walk-in patients are welcome from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Official Election Results
Official Election Results:
Mayor Gordon Reynolds is elected by acclamation
Candidate- Councillor Votes
1. Councillor Bill Ressler 215
2. Councillor Robin Knibbs 209
3. Councillor Denise Curliss 178
4. Councilor Dave Harrison 167
5. Councillor Lowell Leffler 134
6. Councillor Randi Belcourt 112
7. Shannon Strom 105
8. Brad Parkinson 93
Dated at: October 24, 2025
Employment Opportunity
Custodian
The Town of Bow Island is accepting applications for an individual to fulfill the role of Custodian.
Reporting to the Building and Facilities Maintenance Manager, the Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment in all assigned buildings and facilities.
The successful applicant will enjoy working with the public, be physically fit, and have a flexible work schedule. This is a part-time position of 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday with occasional weekend work.
The Town of Bow Island offers competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and participation in the Local Authorities Pension Plan.
For a detailed job description please visit www.bowisland.com/careers. Applications will be open until November 7, 2025, and may be submitted to publicworks@bowisland.com
Employment Opportunity
Public Works Operator
The Town of Bow Island is accepting applications for an individual to fulfill the role of a Public Works Operator
Reporting to the Public Works Manager, the PW Operator is responsible for a wide variety of duties requiring physical labor and the operation of various types of construction and parks related equipment.
The successful applicant will enjoy working with the public, be physically fit, and have a flexible work schedule. This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday with occasional weekend work.
Applicants with a Class 3 Drivers License and experience in providing services related to Parks and Recreation are encouraged to apply.
The Town of Bow Island offers competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and participation in the Local Authorities Pension Plan.
For a detailed job description please visit www.bowisland.com/careers. Applications will be open until a suitable candidate is found, and may be submitted to publicworks@bowisland.com
Southern Alberta Summer Games logo Competition
Island 100 Initiative
We are delighted to share that Diamond C is completed and will be ready for use! Thanks to the support from the Island 100 Initiative, we have successfully constructed 2 brand new dugouts, which now feature signage on the back. If you have the opportunity, please visit Bert Knibbs Ball Park, located on the Kelly Byam Diamond facing west, to view the Island 100 Initiative banner. The Dugouts created by Jayco Builders and we couldn’t be happier with how they are turning out!
For the Island 100 Initiative 2026, we have started to collect payments and cash donation receipts until end of November and we are still looking for around 20 new members to join!
To join or learn more, contact Kaylee at 403-545-2522 EXT 2 or email recreation@bowisland.com
Mass Notification System
The Town of Bow Island is excited to announce the implementation of our new Mass Notification System. This system will enable us to communicate effectively with the citizens of Bow Island through calls, texts, and emails, providing timely updates regarding Emergencies, Community Events and General Public Information!
Please click on https://bowisland.com/massnotificationiframe for more information.
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