Full motorist and pedestrian access has returned to downtown Medicine Hat upon completion of 2024 construction on the 3 St SE

With a postal service strike in effect, the City of Medicine Hat would like to promote its diverse set of options available to ensure continued customer service and business operations.

Authors of fiction, non-fiction, graphic novels and children's books will be here

The fourth intake of the Housing Infill and Redevelopment Incentive program opened on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, at 8 a.m. and will close on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, at 5 p.m.

The City of Medicine Hat has set its November energy commodity rates.

Pay-it-forward twist on our A Library Card for Every Hatter program sees community members supporting each other

The new space will improve convenience for users and attract people who don't use the downtown location

The City of Medicine Hat has posted the final report on the 2024 community survey conducted by IPSOS in May 2024.

On Oct. 16, 2023, City Council passed an amendment to the Electric Utility Bylaw 2244 to establish a single best-of-market electricity rate for Residential, Farm, Small and Medium Commercial, Unmetered Services and Rental Lighting customers, not to exceed a maximum of 11 cents per kilowatt hour (kWh) or go below a minimum rate of seven cents per kWh.

The City of Medicine Hat will formally observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Monday, September 30. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, introduced in 2021, was established in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call to Action. Its purpose is to honour the survivors of residential schools, along with their families and communities, and to ensure the tragic history of these institutions is never forgotten.

The City of Medicine Hat will begin an asphalt crack sealing project on select roadways around the city beginning Thursday, September 26. Weather permitting, this project is expected to be completed by the end of October 2024.

During the afternoon of September 21,2024, the MHPS received information that he was at a residence located in the 400 block of 8th Street SE. Officers attended the area and upon arrival found the man outside of the home and in possession of firearms.

The new washroom will provide more convenience for families and a private changing space

The small, permanent location will help MHPL find ways to deliver services that meet community needs

The space for teens and by teens at Medicine Hat Public Library about to turn one year old

Municipal Mingle is a public engagement event that is designed to foster a collaborative environment between City staff and community members. The open house format allows for informal interaction where attendees can engage in discussions that interest them the most. It's an opportunity to ask questions directly to those involved in the forefront of the city's development and services.

The City of Medicine Hat applied to the Alberta Utilities Commission to obtain ownership of the 325-megawatt (MW) Saamis Solar Park project within Medicine Hat’s municipal boundary. The solar power plant and accompanying substation were approved, with conditions, by the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) on July 18, 2024 under the ownership of Saamis Solar Park Ltd, part of the Irish-headquartered DP Energy Group. The current AUC approval enables construction to begin in 2025 and to be in service by 2027.

The City will be replacing storm sewer infrastructure at the intersection of Maple Avenue SE and 4 Street SE beginning Tuesday, September 3.

The railway tracks and bridge at the bottom of Dunmore Road hill will be under construction starting Saturday, August 24. The project is part of the City’s on-going bridge maintenance program required to maintain the service life and reliability of the structure.

he City of Medicine Hat will conduct a road rehabilitation pilot project in the NE Crescent Heights neighbourhood beginning Tuesday, August 20.

The pedestrian trail along South Boundary Road SE will be temporarily closed between South Ridge Drive SE and Vista Drive SE starting Wednesday, August 14 to accommodate underground power line replacement.

The TIC TAC committee plays a vital role in shaping teen services at the library

The City of Medicine Hat has begun accepting applications for its Community Vibrancy Grant. The application window is open from Monday, July 29 through to Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 3 p.m.

Christian Doll, son of Mike & Josie Doll of Medicine Hat, has passed away due to injuries sustained last week in an accident.

In the early afternoon hours of Saturday, July 27, 2024, members of the Medicine Hat Police Service responded to the 200 block of 8th Street SW for a weapons complaint.

The intersection of 3 Street SE and 5 Avenue SE will re-open to motorists on Thursday, July 25 by 5 p.m. The 3 Street SE Downtown Utility and Surface Upgrades project remains on schedule as it nears the next stage in downtown Medicine Hat.

The Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Parade is taking place downtown on Thursday, July 25 at 9 a.m. Several road closures will be in place to accommodate the increase in pedestrian traffic and parade floats.

Christian Doll, a vibrant 15-year-old boy, has recently experienced a tragic accident that has left him in the Foothills ICU in Calgary, fighting bravely against a devastating brain injury, with the support of dedicated medical professionals.

Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Medicine Hat and District is thrilled to celebrate 50 years of mentoring and community service. As part of our golden anniversary, we are excited to launch the "50 Donations for $50K Campaign", a landmark campaign designed to expand our reach in the community and in Southern Alberta.

Altawana Drive will re-open to motorists on Saturday, July 20 by 7 a.m., as work shifts to Phase 2 of the 7 Street NW and Altawana Drive Deep Utility Replacement project.

Summer is here and the bees are buzzing!

Days before the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede opens, Medicine Hat College (MHC) is kicking off the week with a free community breakfast on July 22.

We provide the theme, and you pick the books you read that match the theme

Upgrades are coming to Turner Park that will increase the park’s accessibility and functionality while maintaining its beauty. The Turner Park Landscape and Irrigation Upgrade project is set to begin Monday, July 15.

Terry Fox Run is on Sunday September 15 along the Sunrise Rotary Trail

The City of Medicine Hat has received nearly $2.7 million in federal funding through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program’s (ICIP) Public Transit Infrastructure Stream, which supports two City and Medicine Hat Transit (MHT) projects.

Today, Medicine Hat residents have a new financial tool to support energy efficiency and renewable energy upgrades to their properties with the launch of the City’s Clean Energy Improvement Program (CEIP).

All are welcome at Medicine Hat Public Library

The City of Medicine Hat honours National Indigenous Peoples Day, a day to honour the rich history and traditions, diverse cultures and important contributions of Indigenous peoples in our community.

Discover the heart of our community at Towne Square's Block Party every Saturday this summer from noon to 4 p.m. It's where neighbours become friends, and the community comes alive.

The City of Medicine Hat continues road construction along Division Avenue South from the intersection of Third Street SE to Fifth Street SE, starting today. Work on this phase of the project should be complete in late June 2024, weather dependent.

Lane closures and brief intersection closures will be required during this work. Motorists can expect detours and delays as crews progress. Motorists are asked to obey all construction signage, flag personnel and temporary speed limits in the area.

The City is seeking community input for the upcoming review of its Special Transit services. This review will consider industry best practices and identify program gaps and improvement opportunities, including customer service, service delivery and other community expectations. All aspects of the Special Transit services will be reviewed, and recommendations for improvement will be made through a proposed implementation plan and an updated service policy.

Construction in Southview and Simpson Parks will start today for a landscape and irrigation improvement project with an anticipated completion date of fall 2024.

The City of Medicine Hat has set its June energy commodity rates.

The Greatest Outdoor Party on Dirt returns for its 13th year on July 19 & 20 to raise funds for The ALS Society of Alberta! With over $650,000 raised since 2010, this year's country music festival promises to be an outstanding event.

On May 22, 2024, at 0342AM members of the Medicine Hat Police Service Patrol Section responded to an alarm at a business located in the 700 block of Redcliff Dr SW. Upon arrival, patrol officers found the building to be insecure and soon after a suspect was taken into custody.

The city project is expected to last about four months, depending on the weather

The City will host a free, family-friendly event to celebrate Parks and Recreation month on Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. called Energy in Motion.

Vehicle access into Strathcona Island Park will be closed during business hours on Wednesday, May 15 for important flood protection training.

The twice-yearly book sales raise between $5,000 and $7,000 for the library

ALERT Medicine Hat’s organized crime team made the drug seizures on April 11 and April 30, 2024, as two planned vehicle stops were conducted. The Medicine Hat Police Service and Brooks RCMP provided assistance.

Construction will begin with infrastructure repairs adjacent to the roadways like catch basins, concrete curb and gutter, and sidewalks. Then the roads will be milled to remove the top levels of asphalt and repaved.

At the regular City Council meeting on May 6, 2024, Council approved an amendment to the popular HAT Smart program to incorporate a $150,000 water conservation incentive for 2024, available immediately.

Rolling For Hope tells the story behind the Medicine Hat Skateboard Association's 2024 trip to volunteer in Mexico, where they built a home for a family in need and worked on upgrading a home for girls, many of whom are child trafficking survivors.

Effective immediately, the City of Medicine Hat is implementing a temporary pause on the Memorial Bench and Picnic Table program for the 2024 season.

The Medicine Hat Animal Food Bank is a volunteer operated organization providing pet food and supplies to pets of the homeless, low-income and those facing financial hardship. With the current state of the economy, and rising cost of living, demand has doubled for their services in 2024.

Insp. Brent Secondiak announces retirement plans on social media.

The City of Medicine Hat will see several major construction projects in 2024 and Transit Services will encounter delays and detours as a result.

For just $5 you can make a huge difference in the life of another community member

In response to the risk of drought in southern Alberta this year, City of Medicine Hat representatives have been meeting regularly with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas and collaborating closely with multiple regional agencies to align efforts and ensure prioritized use in the event of limited water availability.

As crews prepare to shut down the Kinsmen Aquatic Park at the Big Marble Go Centre on May 15, 2024 for a $2.8 million upgrade, plans are taking shape at other pools and amenities to accommodate swimmers.

Following this investigation, Cassandra Chenoweth, 41-years-old, of Medicine Hat, AB has been charged with several mail / theft related offences. Chenoweth was held in custody for a Judicial Interm Release hearing and was released from custody. Chenoweth is scheduled to appear in Provincial Court on May 8, 2024.

With spring thaw complete, the City of Medicine Hat is gearing up for another busy construction season to enhance road and utility infrastructure around town. The 2024 budget includes more than $40 million in capital infrastructure upgrades.

Leroy SADLER is described as a white male, six foot three inches (6’3”) tall and weighing approximately two-hundred and twenty-one (221) pounds. SADLER and may have visible signs of a facial / jaw injury. There is no information available on what clothing Sadler may be wearing.

Residents are encouraged to join a community-wide clean-up to celebrate Earth Day on Monday, April 22, 2024.

The Government of Alberta announced today that the Medicine Hat Regional Airport is one of ten regional airports to be awarded the Regional Airport Development grant.

In the heart of Medicine Hat, one neighborhood is standing up against big changes. Dive into their story and see how they're fighting to keep their neighborhood special.

By now, most Medicine Hat residents are well aware of the recent infighting within City Council. Months of behind-the-scenes squabbling between management, elected officials, and the Mayor has boiled over, resulting in an ongoing series of embarrassing headlines and media stories.

MHPL has increased teen programming 300% thanks to The Honeycomb House

The City of Medicine Hat’s application to the Government of Canada’s Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) has been denied. The HAF is a $4 billion federal funding program administered by Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation for municipalities to incentivize the implementation of local initiatives that remove barriers and accelerate the growth of housing supply.

Participants can leave with quick, easy, and fun ways to improve children’s literacy at home in five key areas

The annual fundraiser for the Sunrise Rotary Club includes a raffle for two electronic bikes and this year there will be a 50/50 cash draw as well.

Are you a community group or not-for-profit struggling to find meeting space? This is for you.

We have up to 60 booths filled with crafters, artists, direct sales, and small businesses. These vendors come from all across Alberta and Saskatchewan to display their products for you, come out and show them support. And as always, there will be FREE ADMISSION to the public.

Work on the landscape and irrigation project at Southridge Community Park is ongoing throughout the winter, with the current focus on activities inside the pumphouse. While the park’s washrooms remain open to the public, please be aware that there might be some short-term closures in the upcoming months as work continues.

The City of Medicine Hat announces the 2024 launch of its popular and award-winning HAT Smart Residential Incentive Program with energy conservation and renewable energy savings for local utility customers.

The townhall runs from 5-6:30 p.m. on Feb. 2 in the MHPL theatre. Seating is limited and on a first come, first seated basis.

A tiny piece of plastic that brings the world to you

The City of Medicine Hat is inviting residents to ‘Municipal Mingle’, a public engagement event, at the Esplanade Studio Theatre on Tuesday, Feb. 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. The event is an opportunity for community members to connect, engage, and share their feedback on a range of local initiatives.

The Government of Alberta has a responsibility ensure electricity service remains reliable, affordable, and safe. Brownouts and/or rotating blackouts are unacceptable, as are further increases in Albertans’ electric bills. A new approach is needed. Premier Danielle Smith and Minister of Affordability and Utilities Nathan Neudorf must immediately and publicly present a plan to restore affordability and confidence in our electric system.

The City will begin accepting applications for its Community Vibrancy – Community Projects and Activities grant on Jan. 8 through to Feb. 7, 2024, at 3 p.m.

With the arrival of cold weather across the province, the Medicine Hat Police Service (MHPS) is partnering with law enforcement agencies across Alberta to launch Operation Cold Start, a crime prevention initiative aimed at addressing the high number of warm-up auto thefts that occur during the winter months.

For a vast country like ours, home to abundant natural resources and one of the world’s leading agricultural industries, continued population growth should come as great news. We have the tools and the skills to feed world markets for years to come.

The Medicine Hat Public Library is offering more for teens than ever before.

An Interim governance body was implemented, excluding any previous board members, to ensure a clean slate. The new governance body will be comprised of Administrative staff from the City of Lethbridge and Administrative staff from Lethbridge County (pending acceptance from Lethbridge County Council)

Thanks for reading Neat to Know - a feature from the City of Medicine Hat to ensure you don't miss important info and some that is really, well...neat to know!

City Transit regularly monitors and evaluates its systems, routes, and customer feedback to uphold high service standards. With that, recent updates have been made to Routes 21 and 56

On January 13, 2024, the Medicine Hat Police Service will be celebrating 125 years of service to the community.

On December 7 at approximately 7:00 PM members of the Medicine Hat Police Service responded to a report of a suspicious person possibly armed with a pistol in the 100 block of South Railway Street.

Buy a gift for yourself or a loved one and support Medicine Hat Public Library. Everyone wins!

The City of Medicine Hat, in partnership with the Community Food Connections Association, is relocating the Kipling Community Garden to Osborne Park in Crescent Heights. Starting Spring of 2024, the tennis courts in Osborne Parks will close, paving the way for the community garden.

Recognizing the challenges residents face in finding reliable and timely information amidst an abundance of internet content, the City of Medicine Hat has launched a weekly digital feature, Neat to Know, a communication initiative that will compile significant City-related news into a single, easily accessible link.

In partnership with Family and Community Support Services, the Digital Wellness Coalition, Students Association of Medicine Hat College, and What Matters to Hatters, the City is hosting a series of film screenings and interactive discussions centered around the documentary, The Great Disconnect.

A joint investigation between ALERT and the Medicine Hat Police Service has led to charges against three suspected drug dealers.

Get ready for a night of holiday magic! Medicine Hat's Midnight Madness is in full swing, with live music, exclusive deals, and festive cheer lighting up downtown tonight until midnight. Join us for an unforgettable celebration and kickstart your holiday season with local flair!

Carbon taxes and inflation are driving up the cost of everything, the housing crisis has made home ownership a distant dream for our kids, and the gap between rich and poor has never been larger. This might sound like some far off doomsday prediction. It’s not. In fact, it’s a simple restatement of headlines from this year, 2023. The doomsday scenario as we move towards to 2030 is much worse: The disappearance of Canada’s middle class.

The City of Medicine Hat has recently installed two new Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations at Towne Square in the city’s downtown.

Discover a new author or find forgotten favourites and hidden gems at the Book Sale

Three Medicine Hat men have been charged with assault following a disturbance that occurred during the afternoon of November 8, 2023, in the 200 block of 2nd Street NE.