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Health Advisory- Blue-Green Algae (Cyanobacteria)

July 23 2024

A blue-green algae ( cyanobacteria) bloom has been identified in this lake water. To protect yourself and your pets, avoid contact with blue-green algae blooms; don't swim or wade  in water where blue-green algae is visible; do not drink or cook with water from this…

Invasive Zebra and Quagga Mussels

July 4 2024

Pigeon Lake monitors for two types of invasive mussels; Zebra and Quagga mussels. Both of these mussel species are considered invasive not only to our lake but to all of Canada. The Zebra mussels have a striped zigzag pattern on their shell generally varying in size…

Annual Information Meeting

June 12 2024

Saturday June 15, 2024 our annual information meeting will be held at the John Turgeon Hall.  Meeting time is 10 am. Please read the following agenda FYI. 2024 Annual Information Meeting Agenda...

Road Ban Lifted

June 4 2024

The 50% road ban has been lifted.  We now return to our regular axle weight of 75 Percent...

Seniors' Week 2024

May 31 2024

Mayor Brian Waterhouse has declared June 3 to the 9th Seniors' Week.  In honour of the past present and future contributions of the seniors here, and throughout Alberta. This declaration coincides with the province wide recognition of Seniors....

Certification of Mailing of Tax Notices

May 31 2024

Certification of Mailing of Tax Notices This is notification under Section 336 (1) of the Municipal Government Act that Combined Tax Notices & Property Assessments were mailed to all property owners in the Summer Village of Sundance Beach on May 31, 2024. Please note:…

Hot Off the Press!!

May 30 2024

Our Spring Newsletter is here. Check it out...

Cute But Destructive

May 23 2024

The racoons are on the move, and looking for a place to eat and have their babies.  If you wish to keep them away from your property, please take down your bird feeders as they love to eat the seeds.  Feed your pets indoors because they also love pet food. And make…

Fertilizers and Herbicides

May 23 2024

As spring brings us the beautiful green grass, it's important to remember the bylaw which prohibits the use of fertilizers and herbicides within the Summer Village.  Check out our bylaw page under Community Standards. Or, click on this link  ...

Summer Fun for Kids!

May 22 2024

Check out all the fun for kids this summer.  There's lots to do at the lake.  Take a look at this poster for more details....

Changes to the Local Authorities Election Act

May 16 2024

A letter from Mayor Brian Waterhouse: Dear residents, As you may have heard, the Provincial Government is planning to make changes to the Local Authorities Election Act and the Municipal Government Act through Bill 20.  These changes will have an impact on our Summer…

Fire Ban Removed

May 7 2024

The Fire Ban has been lifted, effective May 7, 2024. Continue to follow fire smart procedures whenever having a fire. For further information please contact the Summer Village at 780-389-4409....

Paving Project on Highway 161

April 25 2024

The Government of Alberta is starting a paving project in early May which could affect your travel in the area. Check out the link below for more information. Highway 616 Paving Project  ...

Fire Ban in Effect

April 11 2024

Effective Friday April 12th, 2024, the Summer Village of Sundance Beach declares a TOTAL FIRE BAN within the entire Summer Village of Sundance Beach boundaries.  This ban includes any open fires, including: camp and recreational fires, and fireworks. The ban will…

Spring Road Bans in Effect

April 2 2024

Spring road bans are in effect.  The maximum allowable weight is 50 percent of axle weight. Road Ban Order...

2024 International Women's Day Letter from Council

March 8 2024

International Women's Day (IWD) is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Each year, this day serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made towards gender equality and highlights the work that still needs to…

Living in Cougar Country

February 20 2024

Evidence of cougar activity has been noted in the Summer Village of Itaska Beach.  Alberta Fish and Wildlife has been notified.  While sightings are rare, the Pigeon Lake area has a stable population of cougars. It is very rare for people to hear the sounds cougars…

Snow Removal

January 11 2024

Residents are reminded the snow plows are back on the road and garbage bins need to be pulled back from the road as soon as garbage pickup is complete.  This keeps the roads clear for the snowplows.  If you are not going to be home after garbage has been picked up,…

Best of the Season

December 22 2023

Councillors and administration extend their warmest wishes for a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year...

Holiday Garbage Pick Up

December 15 2023

The final day for garbage pick up in 2023 will be December 30th. You can check the garbage schedule for 2024 on our Public Works Page....