Neat to Know: May 14, 2026
Neat to Know is a roundup of City news, updates, and other important information. You can expect to see the week's most interesting content and even some that may have not been delivered through our regular channels.
Riverside Corridor Enhancement Project public engagement
The second phase of public engagement for the Riverside Corridor Enhancement Project is underway. The project focuses on roadway renewal, deep utility upgrades, and safety improvements for Third Street North, an approximately two‑kilometre corridor through the historic Riverside neighbourhood.
Please note, no decisions have been made yet.
Phase 2 of public engagement provides several open house opportunities, as well as an in-depth survey on the proposed 50% design for the corridor. Please note, this is not the final design.
Read our news release to learn more about how you can get involved and provide your feedback.
You can also view the Riverside Corridor Enhancement Project page on Shape Your City to learn more and take the survey.
Grant-funded public tree pickup opportunities
Our Parks and Recreation department will have free trees available for resident pickup next week as part of a successful grant application for the Growing Canada's Community Canopies (GCCC) Program. The grant-funded project provides shade and ornamental trees for both public and private property, to revitalize and expand the urban tree canopy in Medicine Hat.
Trees will be available for public pickup at the Medicine Hat Stampede and Exhibition, west of Higdon Hall on the following days, or as supplies last:
- Thursday, May 21 – 12 to 5 p.m.
- Friday, May 22 – 1 to 5 p.m.
- Saturday, May 23 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Read our news release to learn about this opportunity, including:
- Available tree species
- Pickup details
- And more!
City launches open data portal
We launched an open data portal today! It’s another step in the journey to provide convenient access to public municipal information.
An open data portal is an online platform that hosts and provides public access to downloadable datasets such as transportation, infrastructure, or environmental information – all free from restrictions like copyright or patents. These portals promote transparency, innovation, and accountability, allowing developers, residents, and businesses to download, analyze, and use the data for free, provided they acknowledge the disclaimer.
Read our news release to learn more and view the open data portal.
Victoria Day hours
Hours and services at various City of Medicine Hat facilities will be affected by the Victoria Day statutory holiday on Monday, May 18.
Visit our holiday hours page to view what to expect for City facilities, and Waste Collection on Victoria Day:
No transit service
Please note, Victoria Day is not included within our statutory holiday transit service pilot project. There will be no Medicine Hat Transit stat holiday service until Canada Day. Learn more about our pilot project here.
Spray Park season is here!
Spray park season is ready to make a splash!
The City’s first two spray parks are opening for the summer this Friday, May 15 — just in time for the long weekend!
Opening Friday, May 15:
- Strathcona Island
- Kiwanis Central Park
The remaining two spray parks are scheduled to open Friday, May 22:
- Sammis Rotary
- Ross Glen
Whether you’re stopping by for a quick play break or making a full family outing of it, spray park season is officially here!
Estimate your property tax
Tax notices will be mailed on May 21, but if you’re eager to estimate your tax bill ahead of time, check out our Tax Calculator.
Simply input the assessed value of your property (from your assessment notice) and the tool will estimate the various portions of your tax bill. It will even show you how much of your taxes are going to support various city services.
Residential street sweeping
Crews are getting closer to the halfway mark of our Residential Street Sweeping Program as they look to finish up Zone 7 of 17! This recent rainfall has paused our operations, but we will resume once we’re able to do so.
⚠️Watch for signage⚠️ Workers place No Parking signs on street corners at least 12 hours before sweeping begins in residential areas.
Visit medicinehat.ca/streetsweep to learn more about what to expect throughout our Residential Street Sweeping Program, and to view the zone map and latest schedule updates.
Kinsmen Free Swim
Sat., May 16 | 6 to 8 p.m.| Big Marble Go Centre
Join us for an evening of free public swimming at Kinsmen Aquatic Park sponsored by the Kinsmen Club of Medicine Hat!
Bring your swim gear, friends and family and your gear for few hours of fun in the pool.
No registration required - just check in with customer service and make a splash!
2026 Sports Wall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Sun., May 31 | 7 p.m. | Big Marble Go Centre
Join us on Sunday, May 31 at Big Marble Go Centre to honour our newest Sports Wall of Fame inductees!
This year’s inductees are Robert Grisonich, Wade Peterson, and Wes King-Hunter.
Learn about each inductee and more event details here.
Want to see more upcoming events, programming and activities? View all options at City of Medicine Hat facilities:
That’s a lot of compost and batteries!
Last Saturday we hosted our second of three free compost giveaway and battery recycling events in 2026, and wow, what a great turnout!
290 households attended and picked up 18,035 kilograms of our SureGrow compost.
And, even more used household batteries were recycled this time: 100 kilograms worth. This means fewer chances of fires in our waste collection trucks and at the Waste Management Facility.
Totals after two events:
- 617 households in attendance
- 37,335 kilograms of compost given away
- 170 kilograms of used household batteries recycled
Did you miss our first two events, or want another opportunity to pick up free compost and drop off used batteries? Our third and final event is in September!
Saturday, September 12
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
1453 Hutchinson Ave SE
View location
Land Use Bylaw Refresh: Clearer residential transitions
One of the most common concerns raised during engagement was how new housing fits into existing neighbourhoods. Many residents felt the three residential districts in the current Land Use Bylaw (LUB) allowed too much uncertainty, especially around medium‑density development.
In response, the LUB Refresh introduces a tiered residential framework with four residential districts. This approach distributes density, height, and building more gradually across neighbourhoods — helping residents better understand what can be built nearby and supporting sensitive, context‑appropriate growth.
You can learn more about the Land Use Bylaw Refresh by visiting our Shape Your City webpage.
What’s next? Feedback gathered over several years will be considered by City Council at the June 1, 2026 public hearing. A time for the hearing will be available when the Council agenda is set on Friday, May 29.
To view all our career opportunities at the City of Medicine Hat, visit our Careers webpage and sign up for job alerts.
Cultural Programming Assistant
Temporary | Casual | On site
Are you passionate about arts, culture, and community events? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where every day brings new opportunities to engage with diverse audiences?
The City of Medicine Hat is looking for a Cultural Programming Assistant to help bring our vibrant cultural programming to life.
Learn more and apply on our Careers webpage.
Hospitality Lead (Kitchen Lead Cook)
Temporary | Casual | On site
Bring your culinary leadership and passion for exceptional guest experiences to a role where no two days are the same.
As a Hospitality Lead, you'll be at the heart of dynamic, high-energy venue - guiding teams, elevating food and beverage service, and ensuring every guest interaction leaves a lasting impression.
Learn more and apply on our Careers webpage.
Customer Service Representative
Temporary | Part-time | On site
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and thrive in a fast-paced environment?
As a Customer Service Representative, you will be the first point of contact for residents and businesses, providing support for utility, tax, and general accounts receivable.
This role involves processing customer transactions, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with inquiries.
Learn more and apply on our Careers webpage.
Technical Assistant - Gas Distribution
Temporary | Full-time | On site
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Technical Assistant – Gas Distribution to provide technical, financial, and administrative support to our Utility Distribution Systems team.
In this role, you will help coordinate gas distribution activities, support field operations, maintain critical records and databases, assist with reporting and compliance, and provide excellent service to internal stakeholders, contractors, and the public.
Learn more and apply on our Careers webpage.
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