JOINT NEWS RELEASE: Exploring New Opportunities to Strengthen Water Security

This is the first press release to start the information process and to let you know that both Councils and Administrations have been working hard on this initiative. There will be more information coming out and dates to remember as we move forward this spring so stay tuned to the Wetaskiwin page. We have chosen this page to keep all information in the same place for easy location and so that you know that the information on that page is correct, real, and vetted by the Councils.

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Himalayan Balsam Invades Thorsby!

October 15 2024

Beware, Thorsby residents... This Halloween, it’s not just ghosts and goblins lurking in the shadows—there’s a new invader in town!

The Himalayan Balsam has arrived, and it’s more terrifying than you think! Like a plant from a horror story, it spreads fast, choking out our beautiful native plants and causing chaos in our waterways.

It’s creeping up on us, silently taking over, but don’t worry—we can stop this floral infestation together! Here’s what you can do to help:

  • Uproot any Himalayan Balsam you see before it spreads!
  • Dispose of it properly—don’t leave any parts behind!
  • Report sightings to the town so we can take swift action!

This invasive plant isn’t just a trick—it’s a real threat! Let’s treat it before it’s too late!

Together, we can defeat the Balsam Horror this Halloween!

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