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September 5th, Public Service Announcement from Alberta Health Services

Alberta Health Services Public Service Announcement
Bow Island ED extending hours on weekdays
BOW ISLAND – The Bow Island Health Centre emergency department (ED) is extending its hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, and open from 7 a.m. Friday through Monday to 8 p.m.

Southern Alberta Summer Games logo Competition

We are looking for an individual, of any age to compete in the Southern Alberta Summer Games Logo Competition.
Your task? To create a County of Forty Mile Logo for all participants T-Shirts!
 
The Winner will receive a $100.00 Cash Prize, Free entry into the Southern Alberta Summer Games 2026, a T-shirt and an opportunity to sit on the grand stage with the VIP’s during the opening ceremonies! 
 
For any questions and competition rules email recreation@bowisland.com or call 403-545-2522 EXT 2. 
 
Anyone who lives within the County of Forty Mile can participate! There is no age limit on who can enter in a logo!

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

Nomination Day Sept 20

NOTICE OF NOMINATION DAY
2025 ELECTION
 
Local Authorities Election Act
(Section 26)

Local Jurisdiction:    Town of Bow Island

Notice is hereby given that Nomination Day is Monday September 22nd, 2025 and that nominations for the election of candidates for the following offices will be received at the Town Office during regular office hours and ending at 12:00 Noon on Nomination Day.

Office(s)                                       Number of Vacancies

Mayor                                                     1                   

Councillor                                               6

Town of Bow Island Office

502 Centre Street

Bow Island, Alberta

Nomination packages are available during regular office hours. Click here for forms.

Public Hearing- Bow Island Primary Care Medical Clinic MCC

A Public Hearing regarding a proposal to establish a Municipally Controlled Corporation is being held on August 11, 2025 at 6:00 pm at the Town Office Hyland Room.

Click here to download the Factsheet Summary and Business Plan.

Members of the public are invited to attend this hearing to speak for or against the proposal. If you cannot attend the hearing you can still provide feedback, raise concerns or show support by emailing Townoffice@bowisland.com

Join the meeting virtually by this link: Join the meeting now

Letters can be mailed to:

Town of Bow Island

Box 100, Bow Island, AB. T0K 0G0

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May 29th, Public Service Announcement from Alberta Health Services

The Bow Island Health Centre emergency department (ED) will be closed this weekend due to lack of clinical coverage starting at 7 a.m., Friday, May 30.
The ED should resume its current hours of 7 a.m. Fridays to 7 a.m. Mondays the following weekend.

First Reading for Bylaws

At the April 22 Council meeting first reading was made for Bylaw 2025:05 "Tax Rate Bylaw" and Bylaw 2025:06 "Water Maintenance Tax". Second and third readings are scheduled for April 28.

The residential tax rate has decreased from 9.6040 in 2024 to 8.8785 in 2025.

The non residential tax rate has decreased from 12.7298 in 2024 to 11.6199 in 2025.

Comments or questions, please contact Dave Matz at 403-545-2522 or email Townoffice@bowisland.com

 

Notice of Franchise Agreement

ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. will file an application with the Alberta Utilities Commission, requesting approval to renew its franchise agreement with the Town of Bow Island.

The franchise agreement will continue to grant ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. the right to deliver natural gas to residents of Bow Island. The franchise agreement is proposed to be effective on August 1st, 2025, and expire on August 1st, 2035. The existing franchise agreement was previously approved by the Commission in Disposition 29709-D01-2024.

2025 Recycling Guide

Click here to view the PDF version of the 2025 Recycling Guide

Island 100 Initiative

We are thrilled to announce that the Island 100 Initiative has successfully reached our goal of the accumulation of $10,000.00!!

We would like to begin by acknowledging AgroPlus Inc, located in Foremost, for their generous donation of $2,500. This contribution not only highlights the need for recreational opportunities in the Town of Bow Island but also reflects the broader aspirations of the county as a whole. Thank you, AgroPlus Inc & team, for your outstanding support!

Additionally, we would like to recognize the Wilson Family—Mike, Sheila, Blakely, and Aryanna—for their generous contribution of $500 to the Island 100 Initiative. Mike, who grew up in Bow Island, holds many cherished memories of the outdoor pool, as well as playing hockey and curling. Mike expressed, "I am so happy to give back to the community that raised me and did so much for me!" We deeply appreciate the Wilson family's significant role in helping us realize our vision for future generations.

Finally, The North Forty Mile Recreation Society extends its biggest thanks to YOU! Thank you to everyone, all the businesses, families and individuals who have contributed, helped spread the word, and believes in our mission, we couldn’t have done this without your support!!

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.