This newly created award is an opportunity to recognize deserving youth (12-18 years of age) for the amazing ways they choose to give back to their rural community. This non-academic award has been designed to shine a light on youth who exemplify selflessness and dedication to helping others. Whether or not in a leadership role, the nominee shows their commitment to bettering their community through volunteerism, mentorship or peer support, or taking the initiative in starting new projects or programs.

The nomination deadline has been extended to June 1^st for the inaugural year!

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The M.D. of Wainwright Council and staff invite you to pop in for a chat and a snack on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, between 4 and 6 p.m. Learn our plans for the year ahead.

If a landowner or grazing lease holder within the M.D. of Wainwright wants the fenceline they own adjacent to developed Municipal right-of-way’s sprayed as part of the regular vegetation management program, they must complete a Fenceline Spraying Agreement.

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If a landowner within the M.D. of Wainwright does not want the Municipal right-of-way’s adjacent to property they own sprayed as part of the regular vegetation management program, they must complete a No Spray Agreement on an annual basis. Agreements are due no later than May 1st, and will be honored for a period of one year only.

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The March 2025 Regular Council meeting has been moved to March 25, 2025.  The meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at the Administration office at 717 14th Avenue, Wainwright, AB.  Or you can listen in on Facebook or Youtube.

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Join the M.D. of Wainwright and local Master Gardener Barb Teeter for an evening workshop learning how to grow a successful perennial garden bed!

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M.D. of Wainwright No.61

EQUIPMENT OPERATORS & LABOURERS
for
CONSTRUCTION & OILING CREW

The M.D. of Wainwright is inviting applications for seasonal Equipment Operators and Labourers for the 2025 construction/oiling season.

Qualified applicants must have a valid class 5 driver’s license. Prior experience operating equipment is an asset.

Further detail and information may be obtained by contacting the M.D. Public Works Shop at (780) 842-4024. Please specify the position you are applying for and submit applications to:

M.D. of Wainwright No. 61
Attn: Public Works Shop
2005 14th Street
Wainwright, AB T9W 1K2
Fax: (780) 842-4110
Email: pwclerk@mdwainwright.ca

Only those requested for an interview will be contacted.

Attention Fabyan Residents
The boil water advisory has been lifted and the water supply has been restored.
Thank you for your patience and understanding

If you’re a motivated student looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic municipal government setting, with mentorship from experienced professionals, we’ve got a great summer opportunity for you!

Deadline for applications is February 14, 2025.

Closing date for applications is February 14, 2025.

Red and Black Bold We’re Hiring Flyer – 1

The next regular Municipal General Election will take place on Monday, October 20, 2025.

The Nomination Period for the 2025 Municipal General Election is January 1, 2025 – 12:00 p.m. to September 22, 2025 for all seven (7) divisions in the M.D. of Wainwright No. 61.  The M.D. Ownership Map is available for download at https://www.mdwainwright.ca/welcome-to-the-m-d-of-wainwright-no-61/ownership-map/ or you may purchase an M.D. map at the Administration office at 717 14th Avenue, Wainwright, AB.

Individuals interested in running for a vacant position in the Municipal Election are encouraged to review all the below information on running for office.

For further information, including Acts, Bylaws and Resources on our Election page.

FULL TIME ROAD STABILIZATION / OILING FOREMAN

The M.D. of Wainwright is inviting applications for a full-time Road Stabilization/Oiling Foreman. Duties include overseeing the safe and efficient operation of the stabilization crew and operating a self-propelled motor grader to perform rough and fine grading, accurately spread and mix materials to prepare road surfaces, and ensure precise grade specifications. The Foreman also mixes and applies cold mix for dust control or road resurfacing, reconditions existing road surfaces, and organizes crews for calcium dust control, road oiling, and cement stabilization processes. Additionally, the Foreman directs the operation of supporting equipment, including packers, tractors, water trucks, and contracted on-site equipment.

Skills & Responsibilities

• Operate the grader and other heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner, maintaining proper awareness of one’s surroundings while operating the grader on public roadways;

• Working knowledge of methods, techniques, and equipment required for base and sub-base surfaces.  Experience with cement stabilization and cold mix application is an asset;
• Precisely operate the grader blade to windrow gravel to the center of the road;
• Operate grader controls to regulate the height and angle of the grader blade and lower to loosen packed soil to permit grading;
• Working knowledge of base, grades, and granular related materials;
• Train new employees in the safe and efficient operation of the grader;
• Knowledge of graders and other heavy equipment;
• Knowledge of issues involving ground disturbance;
• Understanding grades and interpreting roadway plans and drawings;
• Knowledge of road construction materials, road construction processes, and industry requirements;

• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Code and related regulations;
• Must be willing to work across the MD of Wainwright and use the shop in Wainwright as the starting point for each day.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience within the road construction industry.
• A minimum of 2–3 years’ experience operating a grader is required.
• High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
• Class 5 driver’s license; clean driver’s abstract.
• GPS knowledge is required.

Applications are to be submitted in writing, stating qualifications, experience, education, and references to the undersigned. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Please send resumes attention: “FULL TIME ROAD STABILIZATION/OILING FOREMAN”.

Preston Iverson, Director of Public Works
M.D. of Wainwright No. 61
2005 14 Street
Wainwright, AB  T9W 1K2
Phone: 780-842-4024 Fax: 780-842-4110
E-mail:  piverson@mdwainwright.ca

Garbage bins and dumpsters are great, but not all items are safe to toss into them. Here’s a list of items that should not be placed in any municipal bin or transfer station, or dumped at the landfill. For the safety of yourself and others, please dispose of these items during the annual Hazardous Material Round Up.

If you’ve got oil / filters / containers that you want to dispose of safely, the Wainwright Regional Landfill can help! The new oil recycling program is now available.