Town of Bow Island Fall Clean up! Monday, November 3rd, 2025!
The Town of Bow Island will again assist in your fall yard cleanup.
If you wish to take advantage of this service, compost MUST be placed in brown paper bags.
NO plastic bags, are accepted. Branches must be bundle & tied up (weight limit 25lbs each) and NO longer than 4ft.
PLACE YOUR COMPOST IN YOUR BACK ALLEY AND WE WILL PICK IT UP ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD. We will NOT accept appliances, electronics, dirt, concrete and or loose tree branches.
To reduce Landfill in puts, please help by taking your grass clippings to Town Compost Site, opened 24 hours at 701-6th Ave West!
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
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
The Town of Bow Island is seeking community minded and energetic persons to volunteer on various Boards. By being part of these Boards, you are able to share your skills, experience and ideas and participate in decision making.
Looking for members for the following Boards and Commissions
-Municipal Planning Commission
-Municipal Library Board
-Recreation Advisory Board
-Tourism Committee
-Safe Streets and Community Protection Committee!
Please submit your name by calling the Town of Bow Island Office 403-545-2522 or emailing Dave Matz at dave@bowisland.com!
The Town of Bow Island is inviting applications for the Board of Directors for the newly established Bow Island Primary Care Medical Clinic Ltd. Town Council has adopted a Terms of Reference for the Board which includes required qualifications and experience for Directors.
To apply please review the Terms of Reference, and submit a cover letter that outlines why you want to participate on the Board, qualifications, and relevant experience. Deadline to apply is October 22.
Send letter to cao@bowisland.com or call Dave Matz at 403-545-2522 for more information.
Local Authorities Election Act
(Section 28)
Town of Bow Island
Candidate Nomination Information
Nomination period for the 2025 Elections is now closed. Elections for the 6 councillor positions will take place Monday October 20th, 2025. Below is the list of candidates:
Councillor Randi Belcourt
Councillor Denise Curliss- Incumbent
Councillor David Harrison- Incumbent
Councillor Robin Knibbs
Councillor Lowell Leffler
Councillor Brad Parkinson
Councillor William Ressler- Incumbent
Councillor Shannon Strom- Incumbent
Mayor Gordon Reynolds is elected by acclamation
Dated at: September 23, 2025
For further information, please contact Returning Officer Hillian Oldenzijl by email Hillian.oldenzijl@bowisland.com or call 403-545-2522.
For more information click on the link! https://www.alberta.ca/municipal-elections-overview
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
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.
