MEDIA RELEASE: Municipal District of Greenview launches survey to establish business priorities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 15, 2023 Municipal District of Greenview launches survey to establish business priorities Valleyview, Alberta — The Municipal District of Greenview (Greenview) has officially launched a new Business Retention and Expansion survey for the region. By inviting businesses from Greenview along with the Towns of Fox Creek and Valleyview to participate in this survey, information will be collected and used to plan future economic development initiatives focused on the top priorities of local businesses within Greenview [...]
MEDIA RELEASE: Greenview Stands Resilient in the Face of Unprecedented Wildfires, Launches ‘Greenview Gives Thanks’ Campaign
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 11, 2023 Greenview Stands Resilient in the Face of Unprecedented Wildfires, Launches ‘Greenview Gives Thanks’ Campaign Valleyview, Alberta — May 5, 2023, marked the beginning of a disaster that will not soon be forgotten. Unprecedented wildfires, fuelled by extremely dry conditions and high wind speeds, ignited across our borders, threatening towns and communities throughout Greenview. The communities of Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation, Valleyview, Little Smoky, Fox Creek, Grovedale, and Sweathouse faced significant risks as multiple [...]
MEDIA RELEASE: Greenview Renews State of Local Emergency May 23, 2023
MD of Greenview Renews State of Local Emergency May 23, 2023 Valleyview, Alberta: Due to the ongoing developments with wildfires in the area, the MD of Greenview has renewed the State of Local Emergency in the Municipal District of Greenview No. 16. The public is advised that for the duration of the emergency, Greenview may take any action it deems necessary to deal with the situation. Residents should use the Government of Alberta Wildfire website as their primary source [...]
MEDIA RELEASE: Greenview Declares State of Local Emergency
MD of Greenview Declares a State of Local Emergency Valleyview, Alberta: Due to the ongoing developments with wildfires in the area, the MD of Greenview has declared a State of Local Emergency in the Municipal District of Greenview No. 16. The public is advised that for the duration of the emergency, Greenview may take any action it deems necessary to deal with the situation. Residents should use the Government of Alberta Wildfire website as their primary source of information [...]
MEDIA RELEASE: Non-Residential Tax Rate Returns to 2016 Level
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, May 3, 2023 Non-Residential Tax Rate Returns to 2016 Level Valleyview, Alberta: Council approved Greenview’s 2023 property tax rates at their meeting on April 25, 2023, including a small increase to the non-residential rate. The approved non-residential tax rate of 7.335 mills is a 0.65 mills increase over 2022, removing a reduction in taxation put in place to assist industry during tough economic times. There will be no increase in residential tax rates. Greenview Reeve [...]
MEDIA RELEASE: Fatal House Fire in Grovedale
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 15, 2022 Fatal House Fire in Grovedale Valleyview, Alberta On November 15, 2022, at approximately 2:20 AM, Greenview Fire-Rescue Services STN #32 - Grovedale responded to a house fire with a report of an occupant inside. Fire crews made entry, removing the individual from the house as well as extinguishing the fire with the assistance from County of Grande Prairie firefighters. Efforts to revive the victim failed despite valiant efforts by the attending fire crews [...]
MEDIA RELEASE: MD of Greenview Re-Elects Reeve and Appoints Deputy Reeve
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 9, 2022 MD of Greenview Re-Elects Reeve and Appoints Deputy Reeve Valleyview, Alberta The Municipal District of Greenview Council is pleased to announce the re-election of Ward 9 Councillor Tyler Olsen as the Reeve and appointed Ward 8 Councillor Bill Smith as Deputy Reeve for the municipality at the annual organizational meeting on Tuesday, October 25, 2022. Reeve Tyler Olsen’s background includes hands-on experience in the industrial and commercial trucking industry. A long-time resident of [...]
MEDIA RELEASE: Peace Region Home to “Unprecedented Collaboration” say Regional Officials
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 27, 2022 PEACE REGION HOME TO “UNPRECEDENTED COLLABORATION” SAY REGIONAL OFFICIALS CALGARY, AB, October 26, 2022 – At an event held in Calgary, the City of Grande Prairie, County of Grande Prairie, and MD of Greenview highlighted the unprecedented collaboration between municipal governments that has allowed the Peace Region to become a leader in traditional energy and emerging energy technology and innovation. “Alberta’s Northwest is a leader in traditional energy and emerging energy [...]
MEDIA RELEASE: Greenview Fire Rescue Services Launches Green Light Pilot Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 17, 2022 Valleyview Greenview Fire Rescue Services Launches Green Light Pilot Program On November 1, 2022, Greenview Fire Rescues Services (GFRS) will launch the Volunteer Firefighter Green Light program, which will enhance public safety and awareness by identifying Greenview Firefighters who are in the process of either mustering to the station for an emergency or responding directly to an emergency incident in their personal vehicle. The use of a flashing green light will provide motorists [...]
MEDIA RELEASE: Greenview Industrial Gateway identified as forerunner for Alberta’s clean energy future
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, September 27, 2022 Greenview Industrial Gateway identified as forerunner for Alberta’s clean energy future Valleyview, Alberta: In a recent article in Site Selection magazine, Greenview Industrial Gateway (GIG) was highlighted, along with Alberta’s Industrial Heartland as being the forerunner of clean energy manufacturing for Alberta. GIG Executive Director Kyle Reiling indicated the importance of this recognition. “Being recognized in this prestigious publication is a significant recommendation. Investors and industry leaders in energy production are really [...]
MEDIA RELEASE: 5th Annual Greenview Charity Clay Shoot a booming success
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 16, 2022 5th Annual Greenview Charity Clay Shoot a booming success Valleyview, Alberta The Municipal District of Greenview Council held its 2022 Greenview Charity Clay Shoot on Thursday, September 9, 2022, at the Shot Shell Sporting Clay Range in Valleyview, AB., with 102 sports shooters registered along with the support of 36 corporate sponsors. This year's event raised $46,802, with all proceeds going to the 5 Food Banks that serve the MD of Greenview. "We [...]
MEDIA RELEASE: Greenview Enforcement Services launches positive ticket program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 19, 2022 Valleyview Greenview Enforcement Services launches positive ticket program Greenview’s Enforcement Services Department has launched a Positive Ticket Program to recognize youth who are positive influences in our communities. Tickets can be issued for many positive “infractions” from young people caught doing great things, such as wearing a helmet while riding, properly putting away garbage, helping a community member, lending a hand to those in need, or other actions which bring positive changes to [...]
