Water Main Break

The Town of Bow Island, Public Works Department is currently addressing a water main break on the 100 block of 2nd Avenue East. As a result, some residents may experience a temporary disruption in water pressure.

If you have urgent questions please call 403-502-4233. Reminder the Town Office is closed tomorrow, November 11th.

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. 

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November 7th, Public Service Announcement from Alberta Health Services

Nov. 7, 2025 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

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

2025 Recycling Guide

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

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.