Neat to Know: March 26, 2026 | City of Medicine Hat

Mar 27, 2026

Your weekly roundup of City news, updates, and other important information.

There is a lot that’s new this week and coming up around the City of Medicine Hat!

Street Sweeping

We’ve set our annual spring street sweeping program schedule for 2026! The program removes sanding materials and debris that have accumulated on roads and along sidewalks and boulevards during the winter months.

The annual street sweeping program starts on Monday, March 30.

Read our news release for the full schedule and to learn more about the program.

Co-op Place Express returns

The Co-op Place Express is back for all home games in the Medicine Hat Tigers’ 2026 Western Hockey League playoff run.

The popular Medicine Hat Transit shuttle service provides round-trip travel for Tigers playoff games for just $5, making it as easy and pleasant as possible to get to and from the game.

Read our news release to learn more about the service and how to get your pass secured for the first two games of the Tigers’ opening-round series on Friday and Saturday!

Parking for Tigers playoff games

With Co-op Place set to be packed for each home game in the Tigers’ playoff run, we’re also here to help those who choose to drive there.

If you aren’t able to park in any of the lots at Co-op Place, here’s what you need to know ahead of Game 1, and for every home game in what we hope is another long playoff run!

Overflow parking

Overflow parking has been approved at the following partner locations nearby:

Kal Tire – Perimeter parking only (dirt lot permitted at your discretion)
Farm Credit Canada/Cardinal Energy/CNRL – Perimeter only (no access beyond rear fence line)
Fox Safety – Perimeter only (no access beyond rear fence line)
Starks Plumbing & Heating – Perimeter only (no access beyond rear fence line)

Please follow all posted signage and respect restricted areas and private property (vacant lots, storm ponds, etc.).

On-street parking

On-street parking is still permitted on Box Springs Way and Box Springs Street during playoffs. Please do not park in front of hydrants or near intersections.

However, no parking is permitted on Box Springs Link or Box Springs Road (including the west side ditch) for pedestrian and motorist safety.

Map: Overflow and On-street Parking

Litter Blitz launches

Our annual Litter Blitz campaign is now underway. The 2026 edition of the event runs from Thursday, March 26 to Saturday, April 18.

The Litter Blitz aims to foster a collaborative approach to enhancing the natural beauty in Medicine Hat, empowering residents to join the City in its spring cleanup of trash from parks and public green spaces.

Read our news release to learn more about the event, including how to participate, and an appreciation barbecue put on by our Parks and Recreation team.

LED upgrades at City facilities

We completed new energy‑efficient lighting upgrades at two local facilities this week, supported through the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre’s (MCCAC) Community Energy Conservation program and funded by the Government of Alberta.

The latest round of work focused on replacing aging and high‑consumption lighting at Medalta Potteries and the South Ridge Recreation Centre (YMCA). With a contribution of $69,976 from the MCCAC, the City upgraded a combined 312 fixtures and retrofitted 408 fluorescent tubes with LED technology.

Read our news release to learn more about these upgrades.

Organic waste collection season is approaching!

Seasonal collection of organic yard waste materials starts on Monday, April 6! Organic waste collection occurs on the same day as household waste and recycling collection.

Download the Recycle Coach App or refer to medicinehat.ca/collectionschedule to determine your first scheduled organic waste collection day.

Visit our Yard Waste page to check out some helpful tips on how to ensure your organic waste gets successfully picked up. You can also request a yard waste cart on this page, or by contacting our Environmental Utilities team at 403-529-8176 or eu@medicinehat.ca.

Annual elm pruning ban

The annual elm pruning ban begins Wednesday, April 1, so make sure you get any elm pruning done by March 31! The pruning ban lasts from April 1 to September 30 annually to protect against the spread of Dutch Elm Disease.

The ban restricts pruning during the active season of elm bark beetles, which carry the disease. The beetles are attracted to fresh wounds (cuts) on elm trees, and a lack of pruning reduces the number of wounds they can access.

Dutch elm disease (DED) is a fatal fungus that can affect all elm species in Alberta. The fungus clogs the elm tree’s water conducting system and will cause the tree to die quite quickly, usually within one or two seasons. Understanding how to spot symptoms or to understand its effect is important to help prevent its spread.

If you see signs of DED in your elm tree – wilting leaves in summer, branch dieback, brown streaks under the bark, please contact:

Medicine Hat DED hotline: 403-529-8333 “Option 6” (Parks and Recreation office)
STOPDED hotline: 1-877-837-ELMS (3567)
Learn more about DED on the Government of Alberta’s website

Good Friday hours

And don't forget, hours and services at various City of Medicine Hat facilities will be affected by the Good Friday statutory holiday coming up on Friday, April 3.

Visit our holiday hours page to view what to expect for City facilities, Medicine Hat Transit, and Waste Collection on Good Friday.

medicinehat.ca/holidayhours

Athlete ambassadors announced!

The Special Olympics Canada Summer Games Medicine Hat 2026 just announced six Hatters who will be serving as athlete ambassadors for the upcoming summer games! Congratulations to:
🎉 Karris George
🎉 Gavin Harker
🎉 Brydon Marchand
🎉 Chuck McDonald
🎉 Linda McDonald
🎉 Tyler Scott

Thank you all for representing our city with pride and showing that "We shine together!"

The Special Olympics Canada Summer Games are set from August 11 to 15, 2026 in Medicine Hat. Learn more about the athlete ambassadors and check out a promotional video on the Games’ website.

Learn To Play Disc Golf

Mar. 27, Apr. 10 & 24 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. | Big Marble Go Centre

In partnership with the Medicine Hat Disc Golf Club, join us to learn the fundamentals of throwing, aiming, and general course play in a fun, supportive environment. Whether you're brand new or have tried it a few times, this program focuses on building confidence and enjoying the game, just in time for summer.

All equipment is provided - just bring comfortable footwear!

Visit the event listing on our City event calendar for more information and to register.

Want to see more upcoming events, programming and activities? View all options at City of Medicine Hat facilities:

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Administrative Support IV

Temporary (Up to 6 months) | Full-time | On-site

Are you an organized and detail-oriented professional with a passion for community development? The City of Medicine Hat is seeking a dedicated Administrative Support IV to join our Community Development Department.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy working with a diverse team, and excel at being organized, this could be the ideal opportunity for you!

Learn more and apply on our Careers webpage.

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