Neat to Know: June 19, 2025
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Your weekly roundup of City news, updates, and other important information.
Incoming rain: River to rise, risk stays low
The City of Medicine Hat is prepared but anticipates no significant effects from rising river levels due to incoming heavy rainfall across southern Alberta.
Heavy rain events are occurring across Southern Alberta over approximately the next three days. The City’s primary focus is the potential for river flooding based on the rainfall occurring on the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.
Based on data provided, the South Saskatchewan River will rise in Medicine Hat next week. However, at this point, the Provincial River Forecasting Centre anticipates it will be contained within the banks.
Check yourself before you Rec yourself
The City of Medicine Hat’s Parks and Recreation department is pleased to introduce a new Rec and Ride Youth Pass for the upcoming summer season. The pass is a collaborative initiative between the City of Medicine Hat’s Parks and Recreation department, Medicine Hat Transit (MHT), and the YMCA of Southeastern Alberta.
Youth aged 13-17 are eligible for a Rec and Ride Youth Pass.
For $50, passholders are granted unlimited transit use, as well as entry to six total City and YMCA recreation facilities in Medicine Hat when valid.
Passes go on sale Monday, June 23 and are valid from June 27 to September 5!
Check out which facilities are included, how to purchase, and more information on this initiative on our website at the link below!
Join us this Friday for a National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration event at City Hall!
The event will be held in the plaza - a tepee will also be set up outside of City Hall on the grass near Finlay Bridge. There are many incredible opportunities during the event including:
Opening Prayer and smudge led by Elder Charlie Fox 
Honour Song by community drummers 
Remarks from Carlee EaglePlume, Brenda Mercer and more 
Dance presentation from Dobry, Shannon, and Dustin Kunka 
Craft & Learn Circle in the tepee
And more! Check out more on this event, and other Indigenous Arts and Culture opportunities during National Indigenous History Month on our website.
Municipal Matters: Integrated Pest Management
Our latest Municipal Matters article is out today, authored by Patricia Dirk, Integrated Pest Management foreperson in Parks and Recreation.
Patricia shares what Integrated Pest Management (IPM) looks like, and how it’s so much more than just spraying plants.
What goes into controlling invasive species? Why do they do what they do? And how do they do it?
It’s an impressively complex and proactive process, made digestible by Patricia in this article!
Read more about their work and the passion behind it at the link below.
Read the latest Municipal Matters
June 16 City Council Meeting
City Council’s mid-June meeting had a full agenda! Council received a presentation on Bylaw 4852 to amend the Tri-Area Intermunicipal Development Plan, which was followed by a public hearing, and then passed. Council also passed motions requesting several statistical reporting metrics from Peoples Services to be displayed on the City’s website and in the Tri-Annual Report. Council also approved the City Centre Vibrancy Program to run until the end of next year. Check out the highlights for more!
Read the highlights Watch the meeting
Municipally Controlled Corporation Public Hearing
Tuesday, June 24 - 4 p.m. - City Hall Council Chambers
The City of Medicine Hat is exploring the possibility of transitioning our distribution and electric generation energy governance to a Municipally Controlled Corporation (MCC) with a Rate Review Committee. This comes from an extensive third-party review of the governance structure and overall business philosophy for the City’s current energy business. The Review will help the City decide on a business model that is intended to deliver optimal value for the community in light of changing community and external circumstances.
The Energy team has received many questions as it explores an MCC The project page has an updated FAQ with responses to dozens of questions from the community. Questions include topics like democratic oversight, board appointments, engagement, legal and financial liability, governance structure, accessibility of information, rate setting, and more.
The public is invited to participate in this public hearing. Learn more about the public hearing process on our website linked below.
In preparation for the public hearing and information sessions, we recommend watching this 90-minute-long segment from the May 20, 2025 City Council meeting.
MCC – Project page medicinehat.ca/PublicHearings
Transportation Master Plan Non-Stat Public Hearing
Monday, July 7 - 6:30 p.m. - City Hall Council Chambers
The Transportation Master Plan lays out the long-term vision for a city’s Transportation network, encompassing comprehensive strategy, initiatives, and infrastructure developments. In support of the TMP there are Transportation Safety Strategy (TSS) and Active Transportation Strategy (ATS) plans. Review the draft plans on the project page
City Council will host a non-statutory public hearing for consideration of adopting the plans on Monday, July 7, 2025.
Any person who claims to be affected by the plans may make an oral presentation limited to five minutes to City Council at the public hearing. Written/electronic submissions must be received by end of day Monday, June 30. All written/electronic submissions become public documents and must be submitted to the City Clerk Department at 580 First Street SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 8E6 or via e-mail: clerk@medicinehat.ca.
Learn more about the public hearing process on our website linked below.
Fire Station 2 Open House
Saturday, June 21 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Join us at Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services’ Fire Station 2 – Open House this weekend for a family-friendly day!
Please note: there’s no on-site parking, but a FREE shuttle will be running continuously from the Mall to the event and back—just a quick two-minute ride each way (next to Best Buy).
Check out the Facebook event below for more details.
Energy in Motion
Saturday, June 21 – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Strathcona Island Park
**Please note: This weekend’s event is weather permitting. Check the Big Marble Go Centre Facebook page for updates.
This weekend marks our third Parks & Recreation Month event of the year and takes place in the beautiful Strathcona Island Park! This week’s theme is connecting with land and nature – it's all about grounding ourselves in nature, movement, and community.
Here’s what’s blooming this week:
- Outdoor Yoga Class @ 11:00 a.m. – connect with nature and move with intention
- Traditional Indigenous Games – Join Ever Active for a meaningful morning of traditional games of Ring the Stick and Double Ball to recognize June 21 as being National Indigenous Peoples Day.
- Seed Planting Station – Plant your own seeds to take home and grow — great for all ages!
- Yard Games Galore – Get playful with lawn games set up throughout the park.
- Free Rec Zone – Borrow a soccer ball, football, or some sidewalk chalk.
- Pop’s Popsicle Truck – Cool off with a sweet treat from this local favourite!
Take a deep breath, stretch your limbs, and come connect with the natural beauty of Strathcona Island Park. This is a day to move, grow, and play together — all in one of Medicine Hat’s most treasured green spaces.
Be sure to join us next weekend for our final Energy in Motion event to end Parks and Recreation Month on a high note at Echo Dale Regional Park!
Tree-fi-fo-fum
Leinweber Park just got a giant boost to its tree count this week!
We planted 106 new trees as part of a replanting effort, after removing some trees last year that had succumbed to prolonged drought conditions. This replanting initiative was a targeted restoration effort to enhance the park’s landscape and support ongoing recreational use.
So, what goes into a replanting effort?
In this case, given the presence of disc golf in the park, our team thoughtfully selected planting locations to complement and enhance the disc golf experience.
We also carefully chose a mix of species—Elm, Maple, Linden, Oak, Pine, and Larch—to ensure the best chance of survival in our challenging climate.
Hospitality Worker I & II
Are you looking for flexible, casual work that keeps you close to the action at concerts, hockey games, and community events?
The City of Medicine Hat is hiring Hospitality Workers I and II to support food and beverage service at our premier facilities. These casual, event-based roles are perfect for outgoing, reliable individuals who enjoy working as part of a team to create outstanding guest experiences.
Curious where this job can take you? Read Kira's story to see how a role at Co-op Place became the start of an exciting journey in hospitality.
Read more on these positions and their requirements on our website.
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