Notice of Decisions

Development Permit NumberSite Information & DecisionProposed Development141-2581 Athens RoadDecision: ApprovedDate of Decision: September 9, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: September 30, 2025Side Yard Relaxation151-255558 Prarie Ridge AvenueDecision: ApprovedDate of Decision: September 9, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: September 30, 2025Front Parking Pad Relaxation152-255212 Wilson StreetDecision: ApprovedDate of Decision: September 9, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: September 30, 2025Side and Front Relaxation187-2594 Cedar SquareDecision: ApprovedDate of Decision: September 10, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: October 1, 2025Uncovered rear deck with lot coverage variance of 3%200-255465 Vista Trail, Unit 2Decision: ApprovedDate of Decision: September 19, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: October 10, 2025Home Based Business 2204-252 Coachman WayDecision: ApprovedDate of Decision: September 25, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: October 16, 2025Detached garage with rear yard setback varianceUpdated: 2025-09-25

Town of Blackfalds Unveils New Land Acknowledgement

On National Day of Truth and Reconciliation (September 30), the Town of Blackfalds unveiled a new Land Acknowledgement, which was a collaborative project between Council, Administration, and local Indigenous leaders and groups.In January of this year, the Town of Blackfalds created the Treaty 6 Land Acknowledgement Review Committee as it was felt that the previously used Land Acknowledgement lacked authenticity, and should be more meaningful, genuine, and reflect the Town’s commitment for relationship building and reconciliation.The Committee met with local Elders and Knowledge Keepers for input and guidance, but also shared the draft Acknowledgement with the Buffalo Clan, which is comprised of students from both the Iron Ridge Junior Campus, and the Iron Ridge Secondary Campus. The feedback received from those youth was that that new Acknowledgement carried a more authentic and genuine tone.In the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation, the Town of Blackfalds acknowledges that we are on Treaty 6 territory, the ancestral lands of Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Métis, Dene and Nakota Sioux. We acknowledge all the many First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and non-status peoples whose footsteps have marked these lands since time immemorial. We recognize the inherent relationships Indigenous communities have with this land and its creatures and commit to supporting reconciliation and healing. We honour the resilience, culture, and contributions of Indigenous peoples, past and present. As we gather, we pledge to listen, learn, and take meaningful action toward a future based on mutual respect and understanding as we continue on our journey of truth and healing. We recognize that reconciliation is not a single act but a lifelong journey - one that requires accountability, humility, and the centering of Indigenous voices.The Town of Blackfalds would like to thank the efforts of Elders Charlene and Russell Burns, Daryll Lickers, and the Buffalo Clan for helping us refine the statement.Following its approval, the Land Acknowledgement was given to Bada Jean, a Nêhiyaw (Cree), Dene, and Welsh visual artist from Treaty 6 and 7 territory, who visually interpreted the new Land Acknowledgement and created a stunning art piece to accompany it.“At the center of the piece, a fancy dancer soars throughout the artwork. Her regalia is adorned with strawberries, a sacred and significant berry to us. Known as the heart berry or women’s berry, the strawberry nourishes us and symbolizes love and connection.Beneath her shawl is the silhouette of the plains, where bison roam under the glow of a colourful sunset. Above her, the sky turns into night, spotted with stars and a crescent moon.The Nehiyawak (Cree people) call themselves Star People, as we believe we are born from the stars and return to them when we pass on. Because of this teaching, stars have always held a special place in my artwork,” Bada Jean shared.With the Acknowledgement and artwork completed, the Town of Blackfalds officially unveiled both during the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, and the Acknowledgement was blessed by Knowledge Keeper Tanya Ward-Schur.The new Acknowledgement will be displayed at Town facilities, as well as shared before meetings and events.For more information:Kim IsaakShelby CraigCAOMarketing & Communications Team Leadkisaak@blackfalds.cascraig@blackfalds.ca403.885.6255403.885.6241

Notice of Proposed Development

The Town of Blackfalds, Planning and Development Department, has received a development application for the address noted below. As the proposed use is discretionary within the Town of Blackfalds Land Use Bylaw (LUB) 1268/22, the adjacent landowners are to be notified.Permit No.228-25Legal Description:Unit 44, Plan 152 2471Civic Address:5300 Vista Trail, Unit A4Proposed Use:Home Based Business 2(1-5 daily visits, 2 days per week)Land Use District:R-2 - Residential Multi-Dwelling DistrictPlease provide this office with any written comments and/or concerns that you may have with this application. To avoid delays by regular mail, responses may be received via fax to the Town of Blackfalds at (403) 600-0045 or at the general email at planning_development@blackfalds.ca. The response deadline is October 16, 2025. If we have not received a written reply by this date, it will be assumed that you have no objections regarding the proposed development. Town of Blackfalds PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT