Joint Public Hearing of the Tri-Area IDP
The Councils of Cypress County, the Town of Redcliff and the City of Medicine Hat are holding this Joint Public Hearing for the adoption of respective bylaws concerning the Tri-Area Intermunicipal Development Plan. The public is welcome to attend Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Medicine Hat College Theatre.
Each Council in session will consider any oral or written submission from interested persons or groups wishing to speak for or against the proposed bylaws. Unless otherwise allowed by the Chair, oral submissions will be limited to 5 minutes. Written submissions are treated as public documents and must be received no later than 12:00 noon, on February 5th, 2025 at:
The City of Medicine Hat, City Clerk Department
580 First Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8E6
or email clerk@medicinehat.ca
Regular City Council Meeting
Public meeting, attend in person or view on the City Youtube channel.
Length of meeting is dependent on Agenda Packet, found here when published.
60th annual Jam Pail Bonspiel
(From COMH Instagram page)
Times TBA
Registration is now open for the Jam Pail Bonspiel, which turns 60 in 2025. The Diamond Jubilee edition of Medicine Hat’s longest running sporting event is set for Wednesday, February 19 and Thursday, February 20 at the Kinplex. The registration deadline is Monday, February 10, 2025.
Kinplex I will be converted into 13 curling sheets and will welcome Grades 3 to 6 students from all over the city. The event typically begins around 5 p.m. each day. However, the event schedule and start time will depend on registration numbers. Each team is guaranteed three games.
The bonspiel was originally created to provide students with an activity held during Teacher’s Convention which focused on participation, sport, and fun. For many, it has historically been their first introduction to the sport. In the early years of the Jam Pail Bonspiel, tin pails used for storing jam were filled with water and frozen and used as curling rocks, which is how it got its name.
“As we celebrate this incredible 60-year milestone, we’re excited to honour the history of the Jam Pail Bonspiel by continuing to focus on those three key elements – participation, sport, and fun,” said Rebecca Hirsch, Recreation Program Coordinator.
This year, the City has introduced an ‘Open/All ages’ category during Wednesday’s session to match the all ages category offered annually on Thursdays. This provides an additional opportunity for all jam pail enthusiasts to participate.
Jam Pail Bonspiel categories
February 19 - Grades 3-4 and Open/All ages
February 20 - Grades 5-6 and Open/All ages
“It’s a wonderful way to bring people together and celebrate a tradition that has connected generations. We can’t wait to see you at the rink,” added Hirsch.
For more information and to register, visit: medicinehat.ca/jampailbonspiel
Medicine Hat Police Commission
The Medicine Hat Police Commission typically holds open public meetings on the third Wednesday of each month starting at 6:00 PM. The meetings will also be live-streamed.
To enhance transparency and accountability to the citizens of Medicine Hat, the Police Commission welcomes members of the public to attend the Open meetings to hear updates on policing activities and matters concerning community safety.
There is a standing “public consultation” opportunity on the agenda of the open meeting for members of the community to provide their input to the Commission about policing in the community or to ask a question.
During the Public Consultation portion of the meeting agenda, citizens may pose questions or provide brief comments to the Commission directly. Any questions forwarded to the Commission by the Friday preceding the meeting date will be addressed by the Commission during the Public Consultation session. Questions from citizens in attendance that were not forwarded in advance will be allowed, however, responses may be deferred to a later date.
Questions from the public can be forwarded to the Chair of the Police Commission, Mr. Paul Carolan, at paul.carolan@mhpc.ca (email) or 403-502-8908 (phone). The written option is preferred as it provides the Police Commission ample time to research the question or concern to provide an informed response.
Please note that complaints about officer conduct and MHPS policies are not topics for this forum as there is a process under the Alberta Police Act for such matters.
Ongoing investigations and personnel matters are not to be discussed in Open Meetings as per the provisions set out in the Alberta Police Act.
Regular City Council Meeting
Public meeting, attend in person or view on the City Youtube channel.
Length of meeting is dependent on Agenda Packet, found here when published.
Regular City Council Meeting
Public meeting, attend in person or view on the City Youtube channel.
Length of meeting is dependent on Agenda Packet, found here when published.
Medicine Hat Police Commission
The Medicine Hat Police Commission typically holds open public meetings on the third Wednesday of each month starting at 6:00 PM. The meetings will also be live-streamed.
To enhance transparency and accountability to the citizens of Medicine Hat, the Police Commission welcomes members of the public to attend the Open meetings to hear updates on policing activities and matters concerning community safety.
There is a standing “public consultation” opportunity on the agenda of the open meeting for members of the community to provide their input to the Commission about policing in the community or to ask a question.
During the Public Consultation portion of the meeting agenda, citizens may pose questions or provide brief comments to the Commission directly. Any questions forwarded to the Commission by the Friday preceding the meeting date will be addressed by the Commission during the Public Consultation session. Questions from citizens in attendance that were not forwarded in advance will be allowed, however, responses may be deferred to a later date.
Questions from the public can be forwarded to the Chair of the Police Commission, Mr. Paul Carolan, at paul.carolan@mhpc.ca (email) or 403-502-8908 (phone). The written option is preferred as it provides the Police Commission ample time to research the question or concern to provide an informed response.
Please note that complaints about officer conduct and MHPS policies are not topics for this forum as there is a process under the Alberta Police Act for such matters.
Ongoing investigations and personnel matters are not to be discussed in Open Meetings as per the provisions set out in the Alberta Police Act.
Regular City Council Meeting
Public meeting, attend in person or view on the City Youtube channel.
Length of meeting is dependent on Agenda Packet, found here when published.
Regular City Council Meeting
Public meeting, attend in person or view on the City Youtube channel.
Length of meeting is dependent on Agenda Packet, found here when published.
Energy, Land and Environment Committee
This is a public meeting, you can join by attending in person at City Hall in Tedd Grimm Conference Room (Boardroom 2-1) or join online with MS Teams. Link is in the Agenda and the Agenda Packet, when published it can be found Here
The Energy, Land and Environment Committee is responsible for matters related to energy (including but not limited to electric generation, oil and gas production and related well management, electric distribution, natural gas distribution, and energy marketing and analysis), the City’s land and property management (including but not limited to real estate transaction and land development), and the City’s environmental services (including compliance and strategy leadership) and any other matters referred to it by Council.
Members
Councillor Darren Hirsch, Chair
Councillor Alison Van Dyke, Vice-Chair
Councillor Shila Sharps
Energy, Land and Environment Division Managing Director (Advisor)
Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting
End time Estimated
This is a public meeting, you can join by attending in person at City Hall in the Ted Grimm Conference Room (Boardroom 2-1) or join online with MS Teams. Link is in the Agenda and the Agenda Packet, when published it can be found Here
Development and Infrastructure Committee
The Development and Infrastructure Committee is responsible for matters related to water, waste water, solid waste and waste diversion, storm collector systems, roads, airports, municipal engineering, business licensing, safety codes and administrative matters relating to the City’s land use and planning responsibilities, and any other matters referred to it by Council.
Members
Councillor Shila Sharps, Chair
Councillor Andy McGrogan, Vice-Chair
Councillor Alison Van Dyke
Development and Infrastructure Managing Director (Advisor)
Regular City Council Meeting
Public meeting, attend in person or view on the City Youtube channel.
Length of meeting is dependent on Agenda Packet, found here when published.
Female Hockey Day
Female Hockey Day
Female Hockey Day is a Hockey Alberta initiative aimed at bringing female players, parents, coaches, and supporters together for the development, growth, and celebration of the game. Beginning in 2018, Female Hockey Day has made stops in Red Deer, Lethbridge, Lloydminster, Calgary and Fort McMurray.
Medicine Hat Minor Hockey Association will host the 2025 Female Hockey Day, presented by ATB Financial. The event will be held on February 1 at the Big Marble Go Centre.
The Hockey Alberta Foundation will be giving up to 10 $1,000 community grants for associations to hold their own Female Hockey Day event in conjunction with the main event. Please see Female Hockey Day Grant Application to apply to host your own.
Registration is now open. To register, please follow the link below.
For further information, please contact Morgen Kidney at mkidney@hockeyalberta.ca.
Rally to Stop Attacks on the disabled
Act NOW to help Alberta's most vulnerable families.
The Alberta government is attacking services for the disabled. Join this rally in your community to fight back.
Rally details:
Wednesday, January 29
12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
346 3 Street S.E.
Medicine Hat
Lunar New Year
Stunning Stella - the Albino Ball Python
From the Canadian Encyclopedia
“The Lunar New Year — also known as the Spring Festival, Chinese New Year, Tet for Vietnamese Canadians, or Solnal for Korean Canadians — is celebrated in Canada and several other countries. It is one of the largest celebrations for Canada’s Chinese population, it is also celebrated by Canadians from Vietnam, Korea and Southeast Asia. Although it is not a statutory holiday in Canada, many Asian Canadian businesses are closed or have reduced hours for the occasion. Since 1 June 2016, this celebration has been recognized as an official holiday in Canada.”
Public Services Committee Meeting
You can attend in person or watch online, link on pg 1 of the Agenda Packet which can be found here when published.
The Public Services Committee is responsible for matters related to community development, arts and culture, cemeteries, transit services, events programming, emergency services, fire safety codes services, 911 communication, parks and recreation, asset planning, facility operations and business and innovation and any other matters referred to it by Council.
Members
Councillor Cassi Hider, Chair
Councillor Robert Dumanowski, Vice-Chair
Councillor Ramona Robins
Public Services Managing Director Joseph Hutter (advisor)
Regular City Council Meeting
Public meeting, attend in person or view on the City Youtube channel.
Length of meeting is dependent on Agenda Packet, found here when published.
Medicine Hat Police Commission
The Medicine Hat Police Commission typically holds open public meetings on the third Wednesday of each month starting at 6:00 PM. The meetings will also be live-streamed.
To enhance transparency and accountability to the citizens of Medicine Hat, the Police Commission welcomes members of the public to attend the Open meetings to hear updates on policing activities and matters concerning community safety.
There is a standing “public consultation” opportunity on the agenda of the open meeting for members of the community to provide their input to the Commission about policing in the community or to ask a question.
During the Public Consultation portion of the meeting agenda, citizens may pose questions or provide brief comments to the Commission directly. Any questions forwarded to the Commission by the Friday preceding the meeting date will be addressed by the Commission during the Public Consultation session. Questions from citizens in attendance that were not forwarded in advance will be allowed, however, responses may be deferred to a later date.
Questions from the public can be forwarded to the Chair of the Police Commission, Mr. Paul Carolan, at paul.carolan@mhpc.ca (email) or 403-502-8908 (phone). The written option is preferred as it provides the Police Commission ample time to research the question or concern to provide an informed response.
Please note that complaints about officer conduct and MHPS policies are not topics for this forum as there is a process under the Alberta Police Act for such matters.
Ongoing investigations and personnel matters are not to be discussed in Open Meetings as per the provisions set out in the Alberta Police Act.
Municipal Planning Commission
End time estimated
This is a public meeting, the public may attend in person.
When published, the Agenda Packet may be found here.
Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) acts as the principal advisory body to Council in matters relating to land use planning.
Duties of the Commission include
exercising development powers and duties on behalf of the City in accordance with the Subdivision and Development Authorities Bylaw
carrying out such other functions and duties as assigned to the commission by Council
Members are elected to the Commission for a three-year term. Council representatives are:
Councillor Andy McGrogan, Chair
Councillor Shila Sharps
For more information, please contact:
City Clerk Department, City Hall
580 1 Street SE
Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E6
Phone: 403-529-8221
clerk@medicinehat.ca
Regular City Council Meeting
Public meeting, attend in person or view on the City Youtube channel.
Length of meeting is dependent on Agenda Packet, found here when published.
Naughty vs Nice Roller Derby
Save the date! Once sign ups are confirmed we will set times and levels of games!
Registrations close November 8
Adult signup
https://forms.gle/KZNWrnFrszmKswDX9
Junior signup
https://forms.gle/dYXxS4Pkq7o1Bssn8
Referee signup
https://forms.gle/R6XcC9xkuSpMHuE28
NSO signup
https://forms.gle/uSDBjpMK8KLZqWeQ9
Coach / Announcer / Medic signup https://forms.gle/bVGF7Q4wNxH9kapLA
Vendor signup
https://forms.gle/YBExmmYQV4bnAGVk6
Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting
End time Estimated
This is a public meeting, you can join by attending in person at City Hall in the Ted Grimm Conference Room (Boardroom 2-1) or join online with MS Teams. Link is in the Agenda and the Agenda Packet, when published it can be found Here
Development and Infrastructure Committee
The Development and Infrastructure Committee is responsible for matters related to water, waste water, solid waste and waste diversion, storm collector systems, roads, airports, municipal engineering, business licensing, safety codes and administrative matters relating to the City’s land use and planning responsibilities, and any other matters referred to it by Council.
Members
Councillor Shila Sharps, Chair
Councillor Andy McGrogan, Vice-Chair
Councillor Alison Van Dyke
Development and Infrastructure Managing Director (Advisor)
Medicine Hat Police Commission
The Medicine Hat Police Commission typically holds open public meetings on the third Wednesday of each month starting at 6:00 PM. The meetings will also be live-streamed.
To enhance transparency and accountability to the citizens of Medicine Hat, the Police Commission welcomes members of the public to attend the Open meetings to hear updates on policing activities and matters concerning community safety.
There is a standing “public consultation” opportunity on the agenda of the open meeting for members of the community to provide their input to the Commission about policing in the community or to ask a question.
During the Public Consultation portion of the meeting agenda, citizens may pose questions or provide brief comments to the Commission directly. Any questions forwarded to the Commission by the Friday preceding the meeting date will be addressed by the Commission during the Public Consultation session. Questions from citizens in attendance that were not forwarded in advance will be allowed, however, responses may be deferred to a later date.
Questions from the public can be forwarded to the Chair of the Police Commission, Mr. Paul Carolan, at paul.carolan@mhpc.ca (email) or 403-502-8908 (phone). The written option is preferred as it provides the Police Commission ample time to research the question or concern to provide an informed response.
Please note that complaints about officer conduct and MHPS policies are not topics for this forum as there is a process under the Alberta Police Act for such matters.
Ongoing investigations and personnel matters are not to be discussed in Open Meetings as per the provisions set out in the Alberta Police Act.
Administrative and Legislative Review Committee
End time is estimated
This is a public meeting, you can attend online or in person. Link is in the agenda. When published, you can find it here.
Community TV /The Trash Panda streams these meetings on our
Youtube Channel
Facebook page
so you can watch them later. We are the only outlet to provide this service; the City does not record them for public use.
The Administrative and Legislative Review Committee is responsible for matters related to legislation, Administration and City organization referred to it by Council.
Members
Councillor Andy McGrogan, Chair
Councillor Allison Knodel, Vice-Chair
Councillor Robert Dumanowski
Marianas Trench
End time estimated
Since their 2006 debut, Canadian band Marianas Trench have consistently raised the musical bar both in the studio and via their explosive live shows around the globe. Amongst their many accomplishments, the band has two certified doubleplatinum records, one platinum record, a certified gold-selling record, tripleplatinum digital singles, multiple awards including 2013 JUNO Award for Group of the Year and chart-topping radio hits including “Stutter,” “Fallout,” and “Who Do You Love.” Marianas Trench recently released the song ‘A Normal Life’ which is the opening track to their new album set for release in summer 2024.
Joining Marianas Trench for this stop on The Force of Nature Tour is special guest LØLØ.
Get your tickets now starting at $65.00
Public Services Committee Meeting
You can attend in person or watch online, link on pg 1 of the Agenda Packet which can be found here when published.
The Public Services Committee is responsible for matters related to community development, arts and culture, cemeteries, transit services, events programming, emergency services, fire safety codes services, 911 communication, parks and recreation, asset planning, facility operations and business and innovation and any other matters referred to it by Council.
Members
Councillor Cassi Hider, Chair
Councillor Robert Dumanowski, Vice-Chair
Councillor Ramona Robins
Public Services Managing Director Joseph Hutter (advisor)
CPKC Holiday Train
The 2024 CPKC Holiday Train will tour Canada and the U.S. Nov. 21 through Dec. 20, raising money, food and awareness to support food banks across our network. Professional musicians play free concerts from the brightly decorated train's stage. CPKC donates to the local food bank at each stop and encourages all attendees to make a monetary or heart-healthy food donation.
Since its inaugural journey in 1999, the CPKC Holiday Train has raised more than $24.3 million and collected approximately 5.3 million pounds of food for community food banks in Canada and the U.S.
Scheduled Performers for the Medicine Hat Stop
Cloth, colour, and Clay
Come join us at our annual Christmas sale. Find lots of beautiful items for your Christmas list. Handwoven tea towels, scarves and knit/crochet hats and mitts.
Old tyme Christmas Fair
Medicine Hat’s favourite free festive gathering returns to Pioneer Village on Thursday, Dec. 5.
FREE Photos with Santa Claus from 5-8
FREE Hot Chocolate from 5-8*
FREE S’mores from 5-8*
FREE Hot Dogs from 5-8*
FREE Wagon Rides from 5-8
The Christmas Market will be open from 4-9 next door in the Cypress Centre, and Pioneer Village will be open for the evening, so come explore, gather round the campfire and share in the Holiday Spirit!
Please email mhstampede@mhstampede.com if you have any questions
*while supplies last
Special City Council Meeting
This is a public meeting and can be watched in person or on Youtube here
To view the council agenda information, view our online agenda database.
Municipal Planning Commission
End time estimated
This is a public meeting, the public may attend in person.
When published, the Agenda Packet may be found here.
Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) acts as the principal advisory body to Council in matters relating to land use planning.
Duties of the Commission include
exercising development powers and duties on behalf of the City in accordance with the Subdivision and Development Authorities Bylaw
carrying out such other functions and duties as assigned to the commission by Council
Members are elected to the Commission for a three-year term. Council representatives are:
Councillor Andy McGrogan, Chair
Councillor Shila Sharps
For more information, please contact:
City Clerk Department, City Hall
580 1 Street SE
Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8E6
Phone: 403-529-8221
clerk@medicinehat.ca
Glam Slam Drag Brunch
Join us Sunday, December 1st for Glam Slam Drag Brunch. Sponsored by Casa Amigos Cantina, Shoppers Drug Mart Medicine Hat Mall Location and Look Good Feel Better Campaign.
Each ticket includes Entry and 1 of the following entrees.
Huevos Rancheros / 2 Breakfast Tacos with Tots / Breakfast Burrito with Tots / Breakfast Sandwich with Tots / Breakfast Totchos / 2 pork / chicken/ Beef / Fish or Veg Tacos with tots or salad / Pork, Chicken or Beef Burrito with Tots or Salad / Casa Salad with Chicken / Caesar Salad with Chicken.
Tables must be purchased as groups of 4 or groups of 6. Individual ticket purchases will be seated at bar stools or placed together with other individual ticket holders, unless joining an existing reservation and that reservation name is stated upon ticket purchase.
Please inform us of any additional dietary restrictions prior to day of event as the customized Sunday menu may not be able to accommodate without sufficient notice.
Specific Table reservations are not guaranteed, however if forming a large group please email manager@casaamigos.ca after table purchase and we will do our best to accommodate.
Heritage Christmas at Medalta
November 29th: 4-8 PM
November 30th: 10 AM-4 PM
Celebrate the season with us over two magical days filled with:
40+ Local Vendors
Live Festive Music
Delicious Holiday Treats & Eats
Unique Handcrafted Gifts
Family Fun for All Ages
We are so excited to host this event yet again and celebrate with you!
Heritage Christmas at Medalta
November 29th: 4-8 PM
November 30th: 10 AM-4 PM
Celebrate the season with us over two magical days filled with:
40+ Local Vendors
Live Festive Music
Delicious Holiday Treats & Eats
Unique Handcrafted Gifts
Family Fun for All Ages
We are so excited to host this event yet again and celebrate with you!
Special City Council Meeting
This is a public meeting and can be watched in person or on Youtube here
Energy Business Review
To view the council agenda information, view our online agenda database.
Midnight Madness
Midnight Madness is a yearly event that usually takes place a week before Black Friday to encourage people to shop early and support the local shops and owners within the downtown core. Come on down and enjoy all that downtown has to offer with live entertainment, giveaways, retail sales & specials, food and beverage offerings from your favorite local hot spots, a petting zoo, buskers, and so much more. We can't wait to see you for another year of Midnight Madness, November 22nd in beautiful Downtown Medicine Hat!
Midnight Madness at Trex Space
TREX Space is excited to support and showcase local artists at this year’s Downtown Midnight Madness on November 22 from 4 PM until Midnight. Join us for an opening reception of "From Life to Paper, Paper to Life II".
This group exhibition features new works by 14 members of the Strathcona Art Studios. This group meets twice a week at the Veiner Centre and has a focus on watercolour painting. Delight in unique depictions of landscapes, nature, city views and more rendered by local talent.
Several artists will be in attendance for the event, and complimentary light refreshments will be available.
Visitors can also shop our Fine Art Market featuring vendors from the Strathcona Art Studios. We can’t wait to see you at our favourite event of the year!
Métis Week - Indigenous Market At MHC
Medicine Hat College
Ómahksípiitaa (Big Eagle) Gathering Space
Friday, November 22 10:00am-5:00pm
Saturday, November 23 10:00am-5:00pm
Featuring Homemade Arts and Crafts by Local Indigenous Artisans.
Accepting Donations for the SAMHC Food Bank
If you are Indigenous, that creates HOMEMADE Items and would like to be a Vendor, please email
carrahwalter@gmail.com or hockeyjen16@live.ca
Register by Sunday, November 17
Métis Week - Indigenous Market At MHC
Medicine Hat College
Ómahksípiitaa (Big Eagle) Gathering Space
Friday, November 22 10:00am-5:00pm
Saturday, November 23 10:00am-5:00pm
Featuring Homemade Arts and Crafts by Local Indigenous Artisans.
Accepting Donations for the SAMHC Food Bank
If you are Indigenous, that creates HOMEMADE Items and would like to be a Vendor, please email
carrahwalter@gmail.com or hockeyjen16@live.ca
Register by Sunday, November 17