County of Northern Lights

11/02/2026

10/30/2026

🎃👻The Manning RCMP Encouraging a Safe Halloween for Trick-or-Treaters 🎃👻

Halloween brings plenty of excitement for trick-or-treaters, but it also comes with added safety considerations. The Manning RCMP are reminding families and motorists to stay alert and take precautions on Oct. 31.

Tips for trick-or-treaters and families:
• Wear bright, reflective costumes or add reflective tape for visibility.
• Carry a flashlight or glow sticks to be seen after dark.
• Travel in groups and stay on sidewalks when possible.
• Only visit homes that have exterior lights on.
• Inspect all treats before eating them.

Tips for drivers:
• Slow down and be alert in residential areas.
• Watch for children crossing the street unexpectedly.
• Avoid distractions behind the wheel.

“Halloween is an exciting time for families and our community and we want everyone to enjoy the evening safely. We remind the trick-or-treaters to remain visible to motorists and to look both ways before crossing the streets. We also ensure extra caution to the motorists: drive slow, and stay alert in residential neighbourhoods. From all of us at the detachment, have a fun, safe, and happy Halloween. Let’s go, Comets!” – Cpl. David Fogarty

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10/30/2026

10/29/2026

Thinking about a career in healthcare?

Whether you’re an adult student already enrolled in a health-related program (in-person or online) or a Grade 12 student preparing to start one — this scholarship could help you reach your goals.

The Grimshaw Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee Scholarship offers four, $3,000 awards to support future healthcare professionals who live, study, and plan to work in our region.

Thanks to the generous contributions from the Town of Grimshaw, MD of Peace 135 , Village of Berwyn, and County of Northern Lights, this scholarship recognizes students who are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and giving back to their community.

Eligibility:
• Complete the scholarship application form
• Proof of acceptance into a health or medical-related program
• Submit a 500–700 word essay
• One professional reference
• Residency within the County of Northern Lights, Town of Grimshaw, Municipal District of Peace 135 , or Village of Berwyn

Learn more and apply today → grimshaw.ca/scholarship

Applications are open until December 31, 2026

10/28/2026

*Correction Notice*

In the latest issue of Move Up, we made the unfortunate mistake of re-running last year's Christmas Markets ad for the County of Northern Lights. Please find the correct dates on the attached graphic.

Move Up regrets the error.

10/28/2026

An 8% penalty will be applied to all unpaid taxes as of November 1, 2026. Payments can be made via
- Online banking
- In person, using cash, debit, Mastercard, Visa, check, or money order
- Over the phone with Mastercard or Visa

10/28/2026

Council highlights are here! Below are the highlights from the October 13 and the October 27 Council meetings 👇

OCTOBER 13 COUNCIL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

🎉Community Initiatives, Engagement, and Advocacy
Representatives from West Fraser (Manning Forest Products) attended Council as a delegation and gave an operations update recapping their capital projects to modernize and increase efficiency, their 2025-2026 harvest season, and recruitment and training efforts.

Darlene Frith, Executive Director for Manning Regional Childcare Association (MRCAA), attended virtually and provided an update on the programs and services that MRCAA is offering and requested that the County extend its funding commitment for an additional 3 years at $24,000/year. Council will consider the request during budget deliberations.
Councillor Gary These will be attending the Remembrance Day Ceremony in Peace River on behalf of the County.

The Dixonville Rural Academy has requested support from the County either through sponsorship or in-kind donations. The County will provide in-kind snow removal services to support the school.

📑Bylaws & Policies
Proposed Land Use Bylaw Amendment #26-14-513 was passed

🏗️Planning & Development
The Peace Region Subdivision & Development Appeal Board (PRSDAB) has a call for Members at Large. The County will advertise the opportunity via social media, the website, and the newspaper.

💼Economic Development
Council appointed Reeve Ungarian and Deputy Reeve Kayln Schug as representatives to serve on a Regional Economic Development Committee.

🏘️Finance & Taxation
2 properties are eligible to be sold through public auction. The public auction for these properties will be held on Tuesday, December 15. Formal advertising will commence in November.

OCTOBER 27 COUNCIL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

🎉Community Initiatives, Engagement, and Advocacy

Peace River Community Soup Kitchen has requested $2,500.00 in operational funding for 2027. The Peace River Soup Kitchen provides a hot meal at 12 pm every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. In 2025, the Peace River Soup Kitchen served 4,015 adults and 24 children. With the rising cost of food, Council moved to donate $3,000.00

Integrated Municipal Support (IMS) presented to Council on its contracted Bylaw officer services.

Council received a presentation from Ryan Konowalyk regarding his concerns on the Sims Road.

Reeve Terry Ungarian, Councillor Gary These, and Councillor Gloria Dechant will be attending the 2026 ASB (Agriculture Services Board) Peace Region Conference.

💼 Corporate Services & Finance

Council will begin 2027 budget deliberations on November 19 and 20.

✈️Infrastructure

Council awarded the AWOS (Automated Weather Observation System) tender to Campbell Scientific. The estimated total project cost is $170,075.00. The new AWOS system will replace the 25+-year-old system at Manning Municipal Airport.

🦺 Public Works

iWantWireless is requesting County permission to install an internet tower at the North Star Transfer Station. Council moved to permit the installation.
Upcoming Meetings

📅 The next regular Council meeting will be Tuesday, November 10 at 9 am
Want to present to Council as a delegation? Learn more on the County website!

📢 Stay Informed!

Full meeting agendas and minutes:
www.countyofnorthernlights.com/minutes-and-agendas
Councillor Ward Reports:
www.countyofnorthernlights.com/ward-reports
Watch meeting recordings on our YouTube Channel:
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