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January 29, 2025

Job Opportunity: Part Time Finance Clerk

UPDATE: This opening has now reached its deadline. *** The Town of Thorsby is looking for a detail-oriented and organized individual to join our team as a Finance Clerk! In this role, you'll play a key part in maintaining the town’s financial operations, processing transactions, and ensuring accuracy in financial records. Your work will help keep our community…

January 24, 2025

Detachment Services Assistant Job Posting

The Village of Warburg seeks an energetic, competent, and resilient administrator to work in the Thorsby RCMP detachment. For more information, see here....

January 23, 2025

Employment Opportunity: FCSS Coordinator

UPDATE: This opening has now reached its deadline. *** Job Opportunity: Family and Community Support Services Coordinator The Town of Thorsby is seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Coordinator! In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our community, fostering connections, coordinating…

January 23, 2025

Genesee Community Hall Open House

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January 15, 2025

Important Notice: Sidewalk Responsibilities in Thorsby

Hello Thorsby Residents, We’ve heard your concerns about the condition of sidewalks in our community. With winter in full swing, it’s important to ensure our sidewalks are safe and accessible for everyone, especially children, seniors, and those with disabilities. Your Responsibilities Under Thorsby Bylaw 2006-05, Section 7.18 (Sidewalks, Pedestrians): "The owner…

January 9, 2025

Bulk Water Station Downage

January 9th, 2025 @ 1:50pm:   The bulk water station is back up and functional. Thank you for your patience! January 9th, 2025 @ 1:00pm: Due to vandalism, the bulk water station located next to the Public Works shop is down for maintenance. Our team is hoping to have it back up and running this afternoon. We thank you for your understanding and patience....

December 20, 2024

2025 Thorsby Garbage & Recycling Schedule + Magnets!

The 2025 Garbage and Recycling Schedule for the Town of Thorsby is now available. The yearly magnets are also available now at the Town Office. It is a limited supply for the year, and first come first serve, so we ask households to please only take one if possible. Thank you for your kindness and understanding!...

December 13, 2024

Thorsby Town Office Holiday Hours

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December 6, 2024

Independent Feature Film Location Opportunity

To all Thorsby residents! There is currently an opportunity for local residents to see if their home reasonably fits the criteria to act as a feature film set. This is a paid opportunity, for more information, please see here: Scout Letter - Independent Film Location Search...

November 29, 2024

Protect Your Pets This Winter!

Protect Your Pets This Winter! Did you know? Under the Alberta Animal Protection Act, it’s illegal to leave pets exposed to extreme weather conditions without proper shelter, warmth, and care. Letting animals suffer in the cold isn’t just cruel—it’s against the law. Common Risks to Pets Left in the Cold: Frostbite: Ears, paws, and tails are especially vulnerable.Hypothermia: Prolonged…

November 29, 2024

Hey Thorsby! It’s Snow Time!

Winter is here, and we want to make sure our sidewalks are safe and clear for everyone in our community! Starting November 30th, sidewalk inspections will be in full swing to ensure compliance with Bylaw 2006-05, Section 7, Subsection 18. Here’s the deal:48 hours is all you’ve got to clear snow, ice, dirt, or debris from the sidewalk adjacent to your property…

November 27, 2024

NOTICE: Utility Bills Amid Canada Post Strike

The Town of Thorsby has received information that Canada Post has changed their rules regarding local postage amidst the on-going strike. Canada Post has now determined that they will not deliver local mail to local Post Office boxes in addition to not delivering to non-local locations. This decision has nothing to do with the Town of Thorsby. To receive your utility…

November 26, 2024

Bachelor of Science in Nursing | Rural Community Route Information

Are you a resident of Drayton Valley or within 120 km? Become a registered nurse without leaving your home community! Attend the info session tomorrow night (Nov. 27) for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Rural Community Route – a partnership of University of Calgary and AHS. Register now!Rural Community Route | Faculty of Nursing | University of Calgary (ucalgary.ca)...

November 26, 2024

Thorsby Ukrainian Malanka Festival!

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November 24, 2024

IMPORTANT: Water Main Break & School Instructions

UPDATE NOV 26TH 2024: Traffic will return to normal patterns as of the early morning of Wednesday, November 27th. We thank you for your patience and understanding! ------- UPDATE NOV 25TH 2024: These road conditions will continue to Tuesday, November 26th. ------- UPDATE 6:45PM - NOV 24TH 2024: Directions For Monday Schools The intersection by the schools are blocked…

November 15, 2024

Road Closure - Work Commencing on Hankin Street

UPDATE: This work will continue into November 19th and 20th from 8:00am to 5:00pm. We thank you for your patience! ...