News Releases

The 2025 Municipal Operating and Capital Budgets were approved December 9, 2024 in the amounts of $35.88M and $5.52M respectively. 

Mark your calendars for our 2024 Christmas Kick-Off Event at Centennial Park this Saturday, December 7 from 2:30 to 5:30 PM.

On Friday, November 29, 2024, at 11:17 PM, the Olds Fire Department was dispatched to a residential structure fire at 4617 48th Street in Olds following reports of an active fire in the basement and an occupant trapped inside. Upon arrival, fire crews encountered light smoke and fire conditions in the basement living area. Tragically, a deceased male was located at the scene. The fire was quickly extinguished, and minimal damage was sustained by the residence.

The Town's Winter Road Maintenance policy has recently been updated, introducing new activation levels for both roads and trails.

Several local community groups have received a boost from the Mountain View Power Community Grant Program, funded by designated profits from MVP. The grant committee made their selections from the Fall 2024 applications, choosing several fantastic groups which met its guidelines for funding.

Business owners across Central Alberta are invited to participate in a collaborative new initiative designed to foster local business growth and build a vibrant, sustainable business region - BREWD (Business Retention Expansion and Workforce Development). BREWD is being driven by a new coalition of businesses, governments, and service agencies identified as Central Alberta First (CAF). CAF is calling on business owners and entrepreneurs to share their perspectives, voice their concerns, and contribute ideas that will help shape the region’s future.

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There are so many great events in and around Olds, but finding all the details can be tricky. That’s where our Community Events Calendar comes in – it’s a free, central hub for everyone!

A Business Retention and Expansion and Workforce Development information session, also known as BREWD, is taking place in Olds, Alberta and we need business owner’s input!

The Town of Olds has announced the sale of the current administrative office building to Westview Co-op following formal approval at the council meeting on November 1, 2024. This move marks a significant step towards improving the Town’s operational efficiency, preparing for long-term growth, and supporting local business.