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M.D. of Wainwright No. 61

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The M.D. of Wainwright is situated in the heart of the agriculture and oil industries and is a major partner with one of Canada’s largest military training bases. This makes the M.D. of Wainwright an area of diverse wealth both socially and economically and allows us to provide our residents with many services and the benefit of low taxes.

In addition, the M.D. of Wainwright offers various historical and recreational attractions for residents and visitors.

The M.D. of Wainwright is a progressive community that is a great place to live, work and raise a family. We are glad to welcome you.

In 2021 the M.D. of Wainwright had a population of 4,446 living in 1,490 of its 1,852 total private dwellings, a change of -0.4% from its 2016 population of 4,464. With a land area of 4,095.29 km2 (1,581.20 sq mi), it had a population density of .97/km2 (1.1/sq mi) in 2016.

🔥 FIRE RESTRICTION IN EFFECT 🔥

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Due to conditions, the M.D. of Wainwright has implemented a Fire Restriction effective as of Wednesday May 6, 2026 until further notice. The M.D. will issue no new Fire Permits, and all existing permits are herby rescinded within Municipal boundaries including the Hamlets of Jarrow, Fabyan, Greenshields and Ribstone.

Do’s and Don’ts in a Fire Restriction:
✅ Safe Wood Campfires
✅ Natural Gas/Propane Appliances
✅ Charcoal Briquettes
✅ Open Flame Oil Devices (ie: deep fryer or tiki torch)
✅ Acceptable and Attended Burning Barrels
❌ New or Existing Fire Permits
❌ Fireworks/Exploding Targets
❌ Unattended Fires
If you have questions or require clarification, please contact the M.D. of Wainwright office at 780-842-4454

April Newsletter

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April 2026 – Volume 20, Issue 2

  • Upcoming Workshops
  • M.D. Open House
  • Vet Student & Recruitment Grnat
  • Battle River Research Group Events
  • Predator Reduction Program
  • Spray Program
  • Weed Control Regulation Changes
  • Spotlight – Riverdale Minipark
  • Prairie Staples
  • Development Permit Requried?
  • Youth Community Impact Award
  • Spring Clean Up Coupon

Riverdale 2026 Booking Dates

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Camping season is coming fast.  The 2026 Riverdale booking dates are:

April 27, 2026 – Seasonal & Monthly
April 28, 2026 – Seasonal, Monthly & Weekly
April 29 – April 30, 2026 – All Bookings

In person bookings take priority, booking can be made by phone (780-842-2996) but all sites are on a first come first serve basis.  Bookings cannot be made by email.

For more information please see the RIverdale Rates & Pricing.

Have a crime to report?

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Do you have a crime you would like to report?  You can now report certain crimes through an online portal at https://ocre-sielc.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/alberta/en.

If you are in immediate need of assistance please call 911.