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Looking for something to do in the Diamond Valley area? Wondering when an event is taking place? Visit our “Events Calendar” to find out what’s going on!
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Street Cleaning
Week of May 28 – June 1
To ensure your street is cleaned please remove all parked vehicles from the street!
Diamond Valley Parade & Discovery Days
EVENT REMINDER
June 1 – 3
Discover all that the neighboring communities of Turner Valley and Black Diamond, Alberta have to offer during the Diamond Valley Parade and Discovery Days. Highlights of this much anticipated yearly event include a parade, a market featuring local artisans and crafters and loads of family fun and kid-friendly activities. For more information on this exciting event click here.
Project Green Day
Saturday, June 9, 2012
Volunteer Opportunity
Black Diamond and Turner Valley
9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Join in this fun community clean up event. Volunteers are asked to register the morning of the event at either the Scott Seaman Sports Rink in Black Diamond or Visitor Information Centre in Turner Valley.
Summer Watering Hours
Effective May 1 – October 31
Even Numbered Houses
Wednesday & Saturday
Odd Numbered Houses
Thursday & Sunday
Between the hours:
5:00 a.m. –9:00 a.m. & 8:00 p.m.—12:00 Midnight
For those residents installing SOD, you are required to contact the town office for authorization of additional watering days. Watering times for new SOD remains the same as above.
Black Diamond / Turner Valley Transfer Site
Hours of Operation
Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Clean loads of grass, leaves and branches can be deposited at the site located west and north of the Black Diamond bridge just off the river road (168 Street West and 402 Avenue).
Provincial Court House to be Re-established in Turner Valley
Turner Valley Mayor Kelly Tuck is pleased to announce an agreement was reached with the Province of Alberta to re-establish court services in Turner Valley. For more information please read this press release.
Agenda Requests and Delegations
Please be advised all agenda requests including delegations must be into the Town Office no later than 4:30 p.m. the Monday prior to all Council Meetings. Direct these requests to Heather Thomson at heathert@turnervalley.ca or call 403.933.4944.
Disaster Services Page
Turner Valley Emergency Management Services (TVEMS) prepares for and responds to major emergencies and disasters that may impact Turner Valley residents, their health, properties, or livelihoods. Please view the newly created Disaster Services page on turnervalley.ca to help prepare yourself in the event of an emergency.
Garbage Pickup Reminder
Remember when putting your garbage out for pick up on Tuesdays:
Park it: Place your cart on the street, with the wheels against the curb. If there is no curb, place the cart just off the street or on the shoulder.
Space it: Leave at least 1 meter/3 feet of clearance between the cart and any obstacles such as parked cars, poles, mailboxes, etc.
Point it: The arrows on the cart lid must point to the centre of the Street.
All your waste must fit in the cart with the lid closed.
No additional waste will be collected.
Please take full advantage of our Recycle Centre located at 106 Royal Avenue NE. (East side of the Fire Hall)
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Tabs
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Search Box
The search box is convenient if you are not having any luck locating a page or section you are looking for on our website. Simply type in the word or phrase you are looking for, click search, and this will bring up all related information on our website relative to what you searched for.
Questions and Comments
Do you have any questions, suggestions or comments about our website? We would love to hear from you at admin@turnervalley.ca.
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The Town of Turner Valley Council and Staff welcome you to our picturesque community!
Turner Valley is nestled in the foothills of the majestic Canadian Rocky Mountains only30 minutes from Calgary and on the edge of Kananaskis Country.
We offer beautiful hiking trails and wildlife or if you prefer, enjoy a swim in the Town’s outdoor pool.
Turner Valley was discovered during the first era for its Oil and Gas and is known as the birthplace of Alberta’s Oil and Gas industry. In 1914 the first producing well came into production. It is known as Dingman #1. Turner Valley boasts a remarkable history as not only the first major oilfield in Alberta but at one time the largest oil producer in the British Empire.
Many people are attracted to the area for its magnificent scenery and fresh mountain air. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city and enjoy peace and tranquility in a less stressful environment.
Turner Valley is an ideal location to raise a family or to retire. Many Premium Residential & Commercial opportunities await you in our friendly town also known as “A Gateway to Kananaskis”.
Photo Credits: Bill Marsh, John Kirinic, The Town of Turner Valley.
There is so much here for you to
discover and enjoy.
Visit us soon!
Our Municipal building is located at 223 Main Street NE.