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Municipal Calendar Contest – Open for Submissions!
Rural Routes – Open for Registration!
The M.D. of Wainwright is pleased to once again offer an evening of socializing, food and entertainment to celebrate agriculture and the rural community within our municipality. M.D. of Wainwright ratepayers are invited to supper followed by the entertainment of Over The Moon.
2% Liquid Strychnine Update – May 28, 2026
Please be advised that product supply is expected to be extremely limited and prolonged delays for delivery are anticipated.
Product will not be available for purchase during the first application window (March 1 – June 15th). Availability will be reassessed prior to the second application window opening July 15th.
We appreciate the proactive steps taken by local producers to be prepared to participate in the strychnine rollout, and the patience as we await further information on product availability and distribution.
Producers are strongly advised not to rely on strychnine being available this season, and to utilize alternative methods. We know this is frustrating and disappointing news.
Thank you for your patience – stay tuned for further updates.
Vet Survey
This survey is intended to gather input from Alberta farmers and ranchers on the importance of veterinary services to agricultural productivity, animal health, and business viability. Results may be used to support advocacy efforts to the Government of Canada for the inclusion of veterinarians in the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program. All submissions are anonymous. Please follow the link below to complete the short survey:
Rural Alberta Producer Survey: Economic Value of Veterinary Access – Fill out form
🔥 FIRE RESTRICTION IN EFFECT 🔥
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 The M.D. will issue no new Fire Permits, and all existing permits are herby rescinded within Municipal boundaries including the Hamlets of Jarrow, Fabyan, Greenshields and Ribstone.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 FiresIf you have questions or require clarification, please contact the M.D. of Wainwright office at 780-842-4454
2% Liquid Strychnine Update – Producer Training and Acquisition
On March 30 it was announced that the PMRA approved an Emergency Use Approval for 2% liquid strychnine for specific areas in Alberta and Saskatchewan under specific conditions. This approval will expire in November of 2027.
Please see the below information regarding Producer Training and Acquisition.
Update on the Strychnine Emergency Use Approval
On March 30 it was announced that the PMRA approved an Emergency Use Approval for 2% liquid strychnine for specific areas in Alberta and Saskatchewan under specific conditions. This approval will expire in November of 2027.