Neat to Know: February 20, 2025
Your weekly roundup of City news, updates, and other important information.
2025 Black History Month Summit
The Connection Intercultural Association of Medicine Hat invites you to attend the 2025 Black History Month Summit on February 25 at the Esplanade Studio Theatre.
This is a great opportunity to foster collaboration between Medicine Hat’s civic and economic leaders while exploring strategies to enhance community engagement and drive sustainable growth. By connecting diverse voices from the Black community in business, civic, and non-profit sectors, this summit aims to identify actionable solutions to propel the local economy and strengthen collective impact.
The event runs from 12 to 1:30 p.m. and lunch will be provided.
The theme for this year’s Black History Month is “Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations.”
Warm weather leads to slippery trails
With the forecast calling for daytime highs above freezing, that means slippery trails and sidewalks are also likely in the forecast for pedestrians.
We ask that you please proceed with caution on trails and sidewalks during this time. Signage will be posted in areas where a trail hazard is ahead. Please adhere to this signage and avoid these sections of trail where possible. Barricades may also be in place if a temporary closure is required due to ice build-up.
Our staff will be working to perform traction control in a timely manner – this may need to be reapplied several times as the daytime melt refreezes overnight. Thank you for your patience as we deal with these rapidly changing temperatures.
Unsure of which department to contact if you want to report an icy section of trail, sidewalk or road? Submit a ticket on our Report a Problem portal, which allows you to select the exact location and receive updates on the request.
Building a new home? Make it energy efficient!
Access up to $10,000 under HAT Smart’s New Homes incentive based on the level of energy savings achieved beyond a ‘typical’ new home that is built to the minimum current energy code.
New this year: you don’t even need to reserve funds in advance! New Homes rebates are offered to eligible applicants on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn more:
Neighbourhood Association Information Night
Thinking about starting or joining a Neighbourhood Association in your area?
Join us at a Neighbourhood Association Information Night on Tuesday, February 25 at 6:30 p.m. in the Studio Theatre of the Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre.
Come connect with other proud Hatters from your neighbourhood as we collectively work to form an even more vibrant, united community!
On Tuesday, February 18, Council:
- approved a recommendation to pause the Rural Renewal Stream application intake, with the intention of reviewing its status in January 2026
- approved a motion to direct Administration to report back on the current transformer replacement process
- approved a motion to direct Administration to include Mustard Seed updates on the Development and Infrastructure, Public Services and Administrative Committee Action Items lists
- and more!
Kinsmen FREE Public Swim
Saturday, Feb. 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. – Big Marble Go CentreAre you and the kid(s) looking to end the February break off with a splash?
Join us down at Big Marble Go Centre this Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. for our monthly FREE Public Swim event sponsored by the Kinsmen Club of Medicine Hat!
Rhythm of the Dance
Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 7:30 p.m. – Esplanade Main Stage
With a wonderful, gifted young cast of World Champion dancers, musicians, and singers, featuring live performances from the entire troupe, this is a show that has won critical acclaim across 4 continents of the world in 50 countries to over 7 million fans. And now after 25 Years of showcasing the very best in Irish dance to the world, the show has undergone a process of renewal, reinvigorating the choreography and music to create an even more spectacular performance. Producer Kieran Cavanagh oversaw the updated format of the show with excitement, knowing that Rhythm of the Dance brings a breath of fresh air into Irish dance with this traditionally rooted and authentic production beloved by audiences world-wide.
From Judy to Bette
Thursday, Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m. – Esplanade Main Stage
Judy Garland. Lucille Ball. Bette Davis. Betty Hutton. Trailblazers refusing to be “just another ingénue” during Hollywood’s Golden Age. They each broke the mold by taking the Hollywood studio system to task, fighting for the roles that made them famous, and opening doors that had previously been firmly shut for women in the film industry. This show weaves together scandalous headlines, iconic songs and comedy gold, journey through the groundbreaking careers of the screen legends of yesteryear. Having sold out over 20+ cities worldwide so far, this solo show is created and performed by triple BroadwayWorld award-winner Rebecca Perry (Stage/TV’s Confessions of a Redheaded Coffeeshop Girl). With this show, Perry shows that she not only creates her own wonderful characters, but beautifully inhabits those – maybe even larger still than her own – that inspire her.
Transportation Master Plan – Save the dates!
The Transportation Master Plan and its adjacent transportation strategies lay out the long-term vision for a city’s Transportation network, encompassing comprehensive strategy, initiatives, and infrastructure developments. Join the project team at two upcoming open houses to review and discuss the draft Transportation Master Plan, Active Transportation Strategy and Transportation Safety Strategy.Save the date for these drop-in events on Tuesday, March 11 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Studio Theatre at the Esplanade or Wednesday, March 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Centennial Hall at Medicine Hat College.
The draft reports of the Transportation Master Plan will be posted to the project site soon. If you would like to receive an email when they are posted, please email participate@medicinehat.ca.
Administration charges
The City of Medicine Hat, because of our unique energy business, wears many hats along the journey from producing energy to delivering it to your home. One of those duties is the retail side of energy. When you see “Administration charge” on your utility bill under the Electricity and Natural Gas sections, that charge is specifically devoted to covering the cost of administering customer accounts including billing, customer collections and customer inquiries. This includes generating your bill, printing/mailing, receiving payments, having staff to provide customer service, and the purchase and maintenance of software.
Administration charges (and all your other utility charges) are clearly defined in the “Understanding the language on your utility bill” section at medicinehat.ca/utilitybill.
Let 'er rip! HIRIP sparks housing development
Medicine Hat Economic Development’s Housing Infill and Redevelopment Incentive Program (HIRIP) had a successful 2024!
The HIRIP is designed to provide financial assistance to local developers and property owners, and incentivize the rapid development and construction of infill properties.
The program awarded $1.8 million in 2024, which led to the commitment of 160 housing units!
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