Notice of Decisions

Development Permit NumberSite Information & DecisionProposed Development12-254914 Broadway AvenueDecision: ApprovedDate of Decision: February 25, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: March 18, 2025Change of Use – Daycare, Major Updated: 2025-02-07

Blackfalds’ Bike Skills Park to be Renamed Following Acquisition

Blackfalds, Alberta (January 27, 2025)– The Vesta Energy Bike Skills Park will be renamed the Parallax Energy Bike Skills Park following the acquisition of Vesta Energy by Parallax Energy Operating Inc.The acquisition was announced in early December with a media release from Parallax stating “Parallax now owns and operates the former Vesta assets and is well-positioned for long-term organic growth. Parallax has retained the existing employees and contractors both in the greater Red Deer field operating area…” Vesta Energy was a long-time sponsor of several Blackfalds events, as well as the title sponsor for the Bike Skills Park, and Parallax assures that only the name will be changing, sharing that the relationship between the Town of Blackfalds and Parallax will continue as the company is committed to continuing its efforts to stay involved in the Blackfalds community.“As a local oil and gas producer with operations in the greater Red Deer area, Parallax Energy is thrilled to partner with the Town of Blackfalds to support one of the top municipal bike parks in Alberta,” shared Thomas Everett, Manager of Surface Land and Stakeholder Relations. “The Parallax Energy Bike Skills Park offers biking options for all ages and skill levels and that is what we love about it. A real community space to bring people together, encouraging physical exercise while allowing bike skill development on a top-tier track.”The Town will begin the process of updating all signage and communications to Parallax Energy Bike Skills Park in the coming months.

Blackfalds to Host the 2026 Women’s Canadian Fast Pitch Championship

Blackfalds, Alberta (December 10, 2024)– After the home run week this past summer hosting the Women’s Canadian Fast Pitch Championship, Blackfalds has once again been chosen as the host for the summer of 2026 games, as announced by Softball Canada earlier this week!“Softball Canada is thrilled that the 2026 Women’s Canadian Fast Pitch Championship has been awarded to Blackfalds, Alberta,” said Gilles LeBlanc, Manager of Operations at Softball Canada. “Blackfalds hosted an extremely successful Women’s Canadian Championship in 2024, and we are excited to work with the local organizing committee once again to take the event to the next level.”This summer, competing teams, fans, and families from all across Canada came out to Blackfalds; Quebec, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Alberta, New Brunswick, and Manitoba. It is estimated that 800 - 1000 attendees came out to Sterling Industries Sports Park throughout the championship, according to Softball Canada.Reminiscing on the championship this past summer, Mayor Jamie Hoover shared his anticipation for 2026.“I am beyond excited that we are once again the host community for this championship! The 2024 tournament was fantastic, and the Red Deer Ladies Fastball Association who were the host team put on an event that exceeded my expectations. Right from the high-spirited opening ceremony to the nail-biting games, it was an event not to miss,” he shared. “I have heard so much feedback on how great the facility was, and how welcoming our community was, and I have to say that everyone who helped make this tournament happen, made me proud to be a part of it, and I have no doubt that Softball Canada made the right choice to bring it back for 2026. I look forward to once again welcoming these elite athletes from across Canada to Blackfalds, these players and coaches demonstrate the highest level of sportsmanship and passion for their sport!”The 2025 Women’s Canadian Fast Pitch Championship will be held in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.