Learn Close to Home – Fairview Campus

November 10, 2026

Learn Close to Home: Northern Lakes College Expands Opportunities in Fairview

Northern Lakes College is making it easier than ever for local residents to access quality education without leaving the region. Students in Fairview and surrounding communities can now take advantage of hands-on, in-person training alongside the college’s established online Supported Distance Learning (SDL) programs — with the added benefit of in-person supports and resources right at the Fairview Campus.

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your skills, start a new career, or earn college credits while still in high school, Northern Lakes College offers flexible pathways designed for northern Alberta learners.

What’s available

  • Online Supported Distance Learning programs that can be completed from anywhere, with the option to access campus supports in Fairview
  • Continuing Education and Corporate Training courses to help you develop new skills or advance in your current role
  • Dual Credit opportunities for high school students, including 11 full dual credit programs plus additional courses

Beginning in Fall 2026, several trades and hands-on programs will be delivered on campus in Fairview. These include Carpenter Apprenticeship, Motorcycle Mechanic Apprenticeship, Pre-Employment Carpenter, Pre-Employment Heavy Equipment Technician, Pre-Employment Welder, Practical Nurse, Welder Apprenticeship, and related Power Engineering programs. These programs emphasize practical instruction and industry-relevant equipment.

For a list of programs being offered, click on Northern Lakes College Courses. 

Applications for many of the in-person programs at the Fairview Campus are now open.

Learn where you live.
For more information or to apply, visit www.northernlakescollege.ca or call 1-866-652-3456. You can also contact admissions at admissions@northernlakescollege.ca.

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Public Works Phone Line Down

November 3, 2026

We are currently experiencing technical difficulties with our Public Works phone line, (780) 864-9600.

For any urgent concerns outside of regular Municipal District office hours, please call (780) 500-9339 instead.

Regular Office Hours:

Monday to Friday

8:30 AM – 12:00 PM; 1:00 PM– 4:30 PM

(780) 864-3500

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience.

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2026 Photo Contest Winners

October 30, 2026

And the Winners Are…! 📸

The MD of Spirit River No. 133’s 2026 Photo Contest has officially wrapped up, and we are delighted to announce this year’s winners!

Congratulations to Jo Ann Edey, who captured First Place with a wonderful photograph of a Moose in a Granary, earning the $200 first-place prize!

Our congratulations also go to Janine Green, whose beautiful autumn photograph of a Dog Surrounded by Fall Colours earned Runner-Up and the $100 prize.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and shared their photographic talents with us. From the beauty of our rural landscapes to the wildlife and everyday moments that make this area so special, your photographs offered a wonderful glimpse into life in the MD of Spirit River. We appreciate every entry!

We would also like to extend a very special thank you to our contest judges, Div Patel, Rhonda Yurchyshyn, and Jackie Lefley, for generously volunteering their time and expertise to review the submissions and select this year’s winners. Your time and dedication are sincerely appreciated.

Congratulations once again to Jo Ann and Janine, and thank you to everyone who helped make our 2026 Photo Contest another success!

Keep those cameras handy—we look forward to seeing what you capture next year!

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October 29, 2026 – Organizational & Regular Council Meeting

October 26, 2026

Please join the Council Organizational Meeting at 8:30 AM on October 29, with the Regular Council meeting immediately following. You can join both meetings in person at the MD Administration Office or virtually via the Teams link below.

Join the meeting now

Meeting ID: 281 598 195 775 487

Passcode: Wk6Ej22r

For access to the Organizational Meeting agenda, click on October 29, 2026 Organization Agenda

For access to the Regular Meeting agenda, click on October 29, 2026 Agenda

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Class 1 Driver Heavy Equipment Operator Needed

October 19, 2026

The Municipal District of Spirit River No. 133 is seeking a qualified and safety-conscious Class 1 Driver / Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Public Works team in a full-time, permanent position.

This role plays an important part in maintaining municipal roads, infrastructure, and public property. Responsibilities include operating highway tractors and trailers, excavators, wheel loaders, and other municipal equipment; performing road maintenance, snow removal, sanding, and ice control; assisting with general maintenance and emergency response; and providing relief driving for municipal transit services as needed.

Qualifications include:

  • Valid Alberta Class 1 Driver’s Licence with Air Brake (Q) endorsement.
  • Grade 12 diploma.
  • Minimum of two years of tractor-trailer experience.
  • Demonstrated experience operating heavy equipment and winter road maintenance equipment.
  • Current Standard First Aid certification with CPR Level C (or AED equivalent).
  • A clean or acceptable Commercial Driver’s Abstract, with a minimum three-year record required at hire.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently and as part of a team, performing physical work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and being available for occasional after-hours and weekend work.

What We Offer

  • Full-time, permanent employment.
  • Competitive wages of $38.67–$41.83 per hour.
  • A positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace.
  • Opportunities for professional development and an excellent compensation package.

The MD of Spirit River is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a respectful, safe, and inclusive workplace.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume or direct inquiries to hr@mdspiritriver.ab.ca.

This opportunity will remain open until we find a suitable candidate.

To view the full job posting, click on Class 1 Driver / Heavy Equipment Operator

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