Press Releases
County of Barrhead sends official press releases to launch key projects, initiatives, or inform the public of critical information. Contact us for inquiries!
- Fiber Internet Coming to Lac La Nonne & Thunder Lake
- Celebrate Rural Living at the Open Skies Expo & Awards
- Growth Driven By Connection at the LIFT Business Conference
- County of Barrhead & ALUS Showcased for Water Conservation
- World-Class Speakers Coming to Inaugural Business Conference
- Suspect Charged After Failing to Stop for County CPO
- County of Barrhead Appoints CPO for New Program
- MCSnet Partnership to Enhance Broadband Connectivity for Residents
Proclamations of Council
A proclamation is a formal public statement of Council to recognize a day, week or month for an issue that has an impact on the County of Barrhead. The goal of a proclamation is to honour, celebrate, or raise awareness for an event or cause.
PTSD Awareness Day
PTSD Awareness Day
June 27, 2026
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can occur to anyone after experiencing or witnessing one or more traumatic events. PTSD and other trauma or stress related disorders are complex, but they are treatable.
County of Barrhead recognizes that anyone can develop PTSD, and first responders such as firefighters, peace officers, and paramedics are at an increased risk due to the nature of their jobs. Further, large-scale community events that endanger property, public safety and human lives can have lasting effects on individuals and communities.
Raising awareness and engaging communities about PTSD can reduce stigma and improve community well-being. National PTSD Awareness Day is an one such opportunity to address the stigma that can be a barrier in seeking effective support and care.
Alberta Rural Health Week
Alberta Rural Health Week
May 25-29, 2026
Rural healthcare providers are essential to the strength & well-being of our community. Each day, they bring care closer to home - supporting patients across distances, building meaningful relationships, and ensuring that individuals and families can access the care they need where they live. Together with municipalities across the province, County of Barrhead encourages residents to show their appreciation for the contributions of rural health professionals & community volunteers whose abilities & efforts enhance quality of life in rural Alberta.
Safety & Health Week
Safety & Health Week
May 4-9, 2026
Safety & Health Week provides the opportunity to remind employers, employees, and public on the importance of illness & injury prevention, and raise awareness about health and well-being in various settings including at work, at home, and in the community. Likewise, County of Barrhead is dedicated to creating a safe work environment for employees, contractors, and visitors. Together, we can create safe workplaces & communities!
Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October 2025
October is cybersecurity month in Canada, to inform the public of the importance of cybersecurity. With many communities across Canada, the County has joined Cyber Month 2024, which is all about becoming part of "Generation Cyber Safe"! Learn more and find many incredible resources at www.countybarrhead.ab.ca/p/get-cyber-safe.
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