Our fees can also be found in the Fees, Rates, and Charges Bylaw and any amendments.
*Please note that if the fees listed on our website differ from those listed in the Bylaw, the rates found in the signed Bylaw will be considered correct.
Business Licenses
Municipal Documentation and Clerical Services
Maps/Pins/Flags
| Maps/Pins/Flags | |
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Maps - Ownership |
$12.00 |
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Maps - Municipal Road Map |
$5.00 |
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Municipal Flag |
$140.00 |
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Alberta Flag |
$80.00 |
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Canada Flag |
$60.00 |
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Municipal Pin (Metal) |
$2.50 |
Community Handbook Advertising
Taxation and Assessment
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Tax Certificates |
$30.00 |
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Assessment Appeal fee - properties with residential mill rates |
$50.00 - GST exempt |
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Assessment Appeal fee non-residential assessed value up to $999,999 |
$150.00 - GST exempt |
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Assessment Appeal fee non-residential assessed value over $1,000,000 |
$250.00 - GST exempt |
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Notifications - Land Titles |
$25.00 - GST exempt |
Land Sales
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Land Sales |
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Land Sale Application Fee |
$250.00 (non-refundable) |
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Land Sale Price |
Subject to individual lot sold |
Administrative Surcharge and Service Contracts
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Administrative Surcharge and Service Contracts |
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An administrative surcharge will be levied when the Municipality invoices for service performed by staff or a contractor. Excludes wage reimbursements from third parties such as WCB and Union. |
15% of contract/invoice |
Rental/Lease Rates for Municipal Lands
Development Permits and Penalties
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Fee Schedule (Note: some uses / developments may be exempted from the requirement to obtain a development permit – inquire with a Development Officer) |
Fee |
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Base Fee – All Development Permits (per application) |
$75.00 |
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Additional Fee for Permitted Buildings and Uses |
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Accessory Buildings and Uses, including sign, shed, garage, shipping container, exploratory excavation / filling, private utility, stockpiling, and any other buildings and uses that the Development Officer determines to be a permitted “Accessory Building or Use” as defined in the Land Use Bylaw (Note: a secondary suite is not an accessory use, even though it may be located in an accessory building). |
+$25.00 |
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All other permitted buildings and uses, including secondary suite, temporary development permit and demolition that is part of the new development proposed in the DP |
+$175.00 |
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Variance for a permitted building and use Decision by the Development Officer Decision by the Municipal Planning Commission |
+$100.00 +$200.00 |
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Additional Fee for Discretionary Buildings and Uses |
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Accessory Buildings and Uses, including sign, shed, garage, shipping container, private utility, and any other buildings and uses that the Development Officer determines to be a discretionary “Accessory Building or Use” as defined in the Land Use Bylaw (Note: a secondary suite is not an accessory use, even though it may be located in an accessory building). |
+$200.00 |
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All other discretionary buildings and uses, including Secondary Suite, Home Occupation Class 2, Tourist Home, Short-Term Rental/Bed & Breakfast, including secondary suite, temporary development permit and demolition that is part of the new development proposed in the DP |
+$375.00 |
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Variance for a discretionary building and use |
+$0.00 |
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Additional Fee for Demolition that is not part of a new construction project |
+$25.00 |
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Revision of an Issued Development Permit for reasons other than clerical corrections |
50% of the original regular fee provided that the revision is made prior to the expiry date of the original DP. A revision made after the expiry date shall require a new full application fee. |
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Extension of the Validity of an Issued Development Permit |
35% of the original regular fee provided that the extension request is made prior to the expiry date. An extension request made after the expiry date shall require a new full application fee. |
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Penalty Fee for Starting a Use or Development Without the Benefit of a Development Permit Where a development permit application review identifies that a development or use (including a change of use) has commenced prior to a development permit being applied for, the penalty fee shall be five times (5x) the total amount listed in this schedule including all fees applicable, including the base fee, variance fee, or development type specific fee(s) - the regular fee shall not be added onto the penalty fee. |
Penalty fee shall be five times the regular fee |
NOTES
- Upon review of the application the Development Officer will determine the full application fee and advise the applicant of the same prior to the expiry of the 20-day review period pursuant to the Municipal Government Act. A development permit application shall be deemed to be incomplete and shall not be processed until the full application fee is paid or arrangements have been made with the Development Officer for payment prior to the issuance of the development permit.
- Development Permit application fees are non-refundable.
- Whenever an application is received for a building or use for which a fee is not listed in this schedule, the amount of the fee shall be determined by the Development Officer and shall be consistent with those fees listed herein for similar developments.
- Pursuant to the Land Use Bylaw, the Development Officer may require an application for a Permitted Use be brought before the Municipal Planning Commission for reasons other than the issuance of a variance, in which case the application fee shall continue to be determined as a Permitted use.
- Some developments and uses are exempt from the requirement to obtain a development permit as per the Land Use Bylaw – inquire with a Development Officer.
OTHER PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT FEES
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Description |
Fee |
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Application for Area Structure Plan or Outline Plan (not including 3rd party review) |
$3,000.00 |
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Third-Party Professional Review (all technical studies submitted in support of an area structure plan, subdivision or major development will be reviewed by the municipality’s approved professional as applicable, e.g., engineer, biologist, lawyer, etc.) |
Industry standard hourly rates + 10% |
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Internal professional review by municipal employees holding a professional designation, e.g., P.Eng. or RPP (Registered Professional Planner) |
$150.00 per hour per professional designation determined to be applicable (complex applications may be charged a flat rate as may be deemed applicable depending on the complexity of an application) |
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Application for Land Use Bylaw Amendment |
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LUB Text Amendments/Re-zoning/Map amendment(s) |
$850.00 |
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Application for Statutory Plan Amendment (MDP, ASP) |
$850.00 |
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Compliance Letter New Revision (within 6 months) |
$100.00 $25.00 |
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Occupancy and Completion Certificate relative to new construction, relocation, partial demolition, alteration, or a change in occupancy classification · Applied for prior to taking occupancy · Applied for after having taken occupancy |
No charge $500.00 penalty |
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Application for Encroachment Agreement (for preparation of the agreement and for Third Party Encroachment Applications prepared and registered by applicant’s lawyer) |
$100.00 |
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Encroachment Agreement Fee · When the agreement is registered to Land Titles by the applicant’s lawyer · When the agreement is registered to Land Titles by the Municipality |
$100.00
$200.00 |
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Encroachment Agreement Annual Lease Fee, the amount which shall be based on the nature, condition, extent and expected duration of the encroaching improvement, and in the sole discretion of the Chief Administrative Officer or their designate: · Minor encroachment (e.g. fence, fence post, moveable shed) · Major encroachment established prior to December 31, 1990 (e.g. residence, garage, including eaves) · Major encroachment established after December 31, 1990 (e.g. residence, garage, including eaves) |
$50.00 to $300.00 annually $100.00 annually
$300.00 to $750.00 annually
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Development Agreement (not including 3rd party professional review) |
$1,500.00 |
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Road Closure / Lane Closure / Municipal Reserve Closure (Does not include LUB amendment fee, or survey costs. Applicant is charged survey costs + 10% where municipality directly pays for survey) |
$1,000.00 |
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· Request to convene a special meeting of the Municipal Planning Commission |
$600.00 |
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Appeal to Subdivision and Development Appeal Board |
$400.00 |
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· Subdivision |
Contact ORRSC |
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Certificate of Local Authority (Condominium) fee |
$40.00 per unit created |
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Historic Resource Designation |
$0.00 |
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Discharge or Postponement of Caveat (each discharge whether partial or full) |
$75.00 |
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Title or Registered Document (per document) |
$25.00 |
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Mobile Vending Permit |
$200.00 |
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Street & Sidewalk Patio |
$75.00 |
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Civic Addressing |
$0.00 per address |
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Fines that may be issued by the Community Peace Officer / Bylaw Enforcement Officer upon request by the Development Officer for offences, including a contravention of the Land Use Bylaw, or for non-compliance with an issued Development Permit or an approved site plan, or the conditions or variances of a Development Permit, a Stop Order, a decision by the SDAB or a decision by the Court of King’s bench (Penalties and Fines in the Land Use Bylaw and relevant sections of the Municipal Government Act).
A person who is fined for a contravention or non-compliance may pay the fine to avoid prosecution.
A fine that is not paid is an amount owing to the Municipality. |
· $250.00 for contravening any provision of the Land Use Bylaw or a DP or a condition of a DP. · $500.00 for the first citation of non-compliance with or contravention of a Stop Order deadline or SDAB decision deadline or Court of King’s bench decision deadline. · $1,000.00 per second and subsequent citations for every week that the non-compliance or contravention continues after the expiry of a Stop Order deadline or SDAB decision deadline or a Court of King’s bench decision deadline... Maximum fine for each offence - $10,000.00 or imprisonment for not more than one year, or both. |
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Fines issued by the Community Peace Officer / Bylaw Enforcement Officer upon request by the Development Officer for contravening or not complying with an Order to Address an Emergency or an Order to Remedy Dangers or Unsightly Property. |
Minimum fine - $300.00 Maximum fine - $10,000.00 or imprisonment for not more than one year, or both. |
Performance Security Deposits
Deposit Required (refundable):
To cover for possible damage to municipal infrastructure in connection with construction activity, the relocation of a building or demolition; and / or
To encourage completion of development permit conditions and compliance with associated deadlines, the Development Authority shall add a condition for a performance security deposit for the types of development permits listed in the Table below, and the development permit shall not be issued (released) and shall be of no effect until the security deposit has been paid. The performance security deposit is refundable upon completion of the condition / compliance with a deadline to the Development Officer’s reasonable satisfaction.
Forfeiture of Security Deposit:
Under the circumstances described in the Table below, the performance security deposit shall be forfeited to the Municipality as a penalty for non-completion / non-compliance by the landowner / applicant, and unless stated below, the Municipality shall not have an obligation to apply the forfeited amount towards achieving completion / compliance.
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Description |
Fee |
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Relocation of a building or other construction activity |
$5,000, which shall be forfeited and applied towards the actual cost of repairs in the event that there is damage to municipal infrastructure, the balance for which the landowner shall be invoiced. |
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Building Demolition or other construction activity
(when related to the use of heavy equipment on residential streets)
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Up to $20,000 dependent on the scope of the project, which shall be forfeited and applied towards the actual cost of repairs in the event that there is damage to municipal infrastructure, the balance for which the landowner shall be invoiced. |
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Accessory Building prior to Principal Building |
$5,000, which shall be forfeited as a penalty if the Principal Building construction is not completed within three (3) years from the date of the Accessory Building Development Permit issuance. |
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Development Permit Conditions, Development Completion, Deadline Compliance, Temporary Development Permit, and “Other”, at the discretion of the Development Authority |
Up to $50,000, which shall be forfeited as a penalty when conditions are not satisfied or development is not completed or deadlines are not met. |
Gas Permits
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Gas Permit Fees |
PLEASE NOTE: A gas permit for Multi-Family Residential** and for Non-Residential work can only be applied for by a journeyman plumber.
*The Safety Codes Council Levy shall be added to each permit based on 4% of the permit amount with a minimum SCC Levy of $4.50 and a maximum SCC Levy of $560.00.
** Multi-Family Residential starts at Duplex and Semi-detached Dwelling.
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Single-Family Residential**, including Accessory Building, and Appliance Replacement |
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Number of Outlets |
Permit Fee |
SCC Levy |
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1-5 |
$200.00 |
$8.00 |
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6-10 |
$300.00 |
$12.00 |
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11-15 |
$350.00 |
$14.00 |
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16-20 |
$400.00 |
$16.00 |
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21-25 |
$450.00 |
$18.00 |
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Over 25: $450.00 plus $10 per additional Outlet over 25, plus SCC Levy* on the total fee amount. |
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Multi-Family Residential** and Non-Residential, including Accessory Building, and Appliance Replacement |
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Number of BTUs |
Permit Fee |
SCC Levy |
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0 to 100,000 |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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100,001 to 200,000 |
$175.00 |
$7.00 |
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200,001 to 400,000 |
$215.00 |
$8.60 |
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400,001 to 1,000,000 |
$350.00 |
$14.00 |
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1,000,000 to 2,000,000 |
$400.00 |
$16.00 |
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Over 2,000,000: $400.00 plus $7.00 per additional 100,000 BTUs (or portion of), plus SCC Levy* on the total fee amount. |
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Miscellaneous Gas Fees |
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Description |
Permit Fee |
SCC Levy |
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Temporary Service / Heat |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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Service Connection or Re-connection |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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Alteration of Gas Line |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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Air Test |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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Annual Permit – contractor or institution only |
$500.00 |
$20.00 |
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Propane cylinder refill center / station |
$285.00 |
$11.40 |
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Propane tank set (excluding connections to appliances) |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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Propane tank set (including connections to appliances) |
$165.00 plus $15.00 per appliance connection |
$6.60 plus $0.60 per appliance connection |
Plumbing and Private Sewage Disposal Systems Permit Fees
PLEASE NOTE: A plumbing and PSDS permit for Multi-Family Residential** and for Non-Residential work can only be applied for by a journeyman plumber.
*The Safety Codes Council Levy shall be added to each permit based on 4% of the permit amount with a minimum SCC Levy of $4.50 and a maximum SCC Levy of $560.00.
** Multi-Family Residential starts at Duplex and Semi-detached Dwelling.
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Plumbing Permit Fees – Ready-to-Move (RTM), Modular Home, Moved-In Dwelling or Moved-In Building on blocks or piles (but no Basement or Crawlspace) |
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Description |
Permit Fee |
SCC Levy |
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Ready-to-Move (RTM), Modular Home, Moved-In Dwelling or Moved-In Building on blocks or piles |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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Private Sewage Disposal System Fees |
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Description |
Permit Fee |
SCC Levy |
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Note: this fee includes the installation of one septic tank as part of the treatment system – some treatment systems have additional septic tanks – for those, use “Septic Tank/Holding Tank” in the next description. Field (including one septic tank) Mound (including one septic tank) Open Discharge (including one septic tank) Treatment Plant (including one septic tank) Lagoon (including one septic tank) |
$500.00 |
$20.00 |
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Note: this fee is for a septic tank replacement in an existing PSDS system, or for a new holding tank (i.e. no treatment system involved), or for additional tanks in a treatment system that requires more than one septic tank (see line above). Septic Tank / Holding Tank – per each tank |
$300.00 |
$12.00 |
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Plumbing Permit Fees - All Building Types (all Residential, Non-Residential, and Accessory Buildings) Including Ready-to-Move (RTM), Modular Home, Moved-In Dwelling, or Moved-In Building on a Basement or Crawlspace (but not on blocks or piles) |
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Number of Fixtures / Drops |
Permit Fee |
SCC Levy |
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1-5 |
$200.00 |
$8.00 |
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6-10 |
$300.00 |
$12.00 |
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11-20 |
$350.00 |
$14.00 |
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Over 20: $350.00 plus $5.00 per additional fixture over 20, plus SCC Levy* on the total fee amount. |
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Service Connection or Reconnection |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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Annual Permit (Institutions) |
$500.00 |
$20.00 |
Electrical Permit Fees
Electrical Permit Fees
PLEASE NOTE: An electrical permit may only be issued to either a Master Electrician within their scope of certification or to an owner who resides or intends to reside in a single-family residential dwelling where the electrical system serves that dwelling.
Homeowner’s Electrical Permit: A homeowner can only apply for a Homeowner’s Electrical Permit for the Single-Family Residence that they own and reside in or intend to reside in – i.e. they cannot apply for a permit for a property that they own but which is occupied by a tenant – an electrical contractor must apply for the permit. A homeowner who renovates properties for the intention of resale, cannot apply for a Homeowner’s Electrical Permit – it must be an electrical contractor.
** Multi-Family Residential starts at Duplex and Semi-detached Dwelling.
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Miscellaneous Electrical Permit Fees |
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Scope of Work |
Permit Fee |
SCC Fee |
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Service Connection or Reconnection (hot tub, A/C unit, Relocated homes/buildings, Ready-to-Move home or Modular home) |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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Panel Replacement / Upgrade |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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Temporary Service |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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Underground Power |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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Sign – Electrical Connection |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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Annual Permit |
$500.00 |
$20.00 |
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Alternative Energy Connection (roof mounted solar panel) |
Up to 1,000 Watt: $225.00 Over 1,000 Watt: $0.83 per 1,000W |
$9.00 Plus SCC Levy |
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Single-Family Residential Electrical Permit Fees – Homeowner & Contractor Permits Includes Accessory Buildings for Single-Family Residential *The square footage area must be calculated according to the developed space to be wired |
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Area of Installation (ft²) |
Permit Fee |
SCC Fee |
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0 – 400 ft² |
$165.00 |
$6.60 |
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401 – 1,000 ft² |
$200.00 |
$8.00 |
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1,001 – 1,500 ft² |
$250.00 |
$10.00 |
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1,501 – 2,000 ft² |
$300.00 |
$12.00 |
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2,001 ft² and over |
$300 + $0.10/ft² (calculated on the area exceeding 2,000 ft²) |
Plus SCC Levy |
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Non-Single-Family Residential Electrical Permit Fees – Contractor Permits Only Includes Multi-Family, Commercial, Industrial, Public Institutions, and Accessory Buildings for these uses New Installations, Alteration, Renovation For a project valued at $10,000 or more, plans are required for a complete application. |
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Value of Materials & Labour |
Permit Fee |
SCC Fee |
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0 – $5,000 |
$200.00 |
$8.00 |
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$5,001 - $10,000 |
$390.00 |
$15.60 |
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$10,001 - $20,000 |
$525.00 |
$21.00 |
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$20,001 - $30,000 |
$725.00 |
$29.00 |
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$30,001 - $40,000 |
$900.00 |
$36.00 |
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$40,001 - $50,000 |
$1,000.00 |
$40.00 |
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$50,001 and over |
$1,000 + $6.25/$1,000 (calculated on the value exceeding $50,000) |
Plus SCC Levy |
The Safety Codes Council Levy shall be added to each permit based on 4% of the permit amount with a minimum SCC Levy of $4.50 and a maximum SCC Levy of $560.00.
Building Permits Fees
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Building Permit Fees – the minimum permit fee in all cases shall be $250.00 |
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Residential and Non-Residential Buildings, including Accessory Building |
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Description |
Permit Fee plus SCC Levy |
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Note Minimum Fee: when the fee calculation based on square footage or on construction value* is less than $250, the minimum fee shall be $250. |
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Single-Family Residential (** “Multi-Family” starts at Duplex and Semi-detached Dwelling) · New Construction [excluding Ready-to-Move (RTM), Modular Home, Moved-in Dwelling, Moved-in Building] · Addition · Renovation (that includes structural changes) |
$6.75 per $1,000 of project value* plus SCC Levy |
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Single-Family Residential (** “Multi-Family” starts at Duplex and Semi-detached Dwelling) · Ready-to-Move (RTM), Modular Home, Moved-In Dwelling, Moved-In Building - no basement or crawlspace – on pilings or blocks. |
$0.40 per square foot plus SCC Levy |
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Single-Family Residential (** “Multi-Family” starts at Duplex and Semi-detached Dwelling) · Ready-to-Move (RTM), Modular Home, Moved-In Dwelling, Moved-In Building – placed on a basement or crawlspace. |
$0.45 per square foot plus SCC Levy |
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Multi-Family Residential (** “Multi-Family” starts at Duplex and Semi-detached Dwelling) and Non-Residential: · Public Institution · Commercial · Industrial · Change of Occupancy |
$7.25 per $1000 of project value* plus SCC Levy |
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Accessory Building 108 ft2 (10m2) or larger – Residential and Non-Residential (e.g. Shop, Garage, Storage Building) |
$6.75 per $1,000 of project value* plus SCC Levy |
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Geothermal Heating |
$8.50 per $1,000 of project value* for the geothermal system only, plus SCC Levy
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Minor Interior Renovation (with no structural changes) – all building types Secondary Suite Basement Development (when not part of new construction) |
$0.40 per square foot plus SCC Levy |
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Building Permit Fees – Miscellaneous - All Residential (including Accessory Building) and Non-Residential (including Accessory Building) |
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Description |
Permit Fee plus SCC Levy |
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Wood Burning Stove / Solid Fuel Appliance Hot Tub / Swimming Pool Demolition Temporary Structure |
$225.00 plus SCC Levy |
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Deck Retaining Wall |
$150.00 plus SCC Levy |
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Hydronic Heating |
Residential: $150.00 plus SCC Levy Non-Residential: $250.00 plus SCC Levy |
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Fire Alarm/Sprinkler System/Fire Suppression System |
$350.00 plus SCC Levy |
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For Geothermal Heating installation, see the previous table. |
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* Project Value / Construction Value shall be determined by the Alberta Safety Codes Authority’s “Value Calculator”.
** Multi-Family Residential starts at Duplex and Semi-detached Dwelling.
The Safety Codes Council Levy shall be added to each permit based on 4% of the permit amount with a minimum SCC Levy of $4.50 and a maximum SCC Levy of $560.00
Miscellaneous Permit Fees
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Description |
Discipline |
Fee plus SCC Levy, or Penalty Amount |
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Penalty Fee for Work Commenced Prior to Permit Issuance |
All |
First Offence – A penalty fee that is double the regular Permit Fee (or a minimum of $250) for the work started without a permit, and further, double the regular Permit Fee for all additional permits required for the project. The penalty fee is in addition to the regular fee, but the SCC Levy is calculated only on the regular fee. Example: $100.00 regular fee + $4.00 SCC Levy + minimum penalty fee of $250.00 = $354.00. Example: $600.00 regular fee plus $24.00 SCC Levy + double penalty fee of $1,200.00 = $1,824.00. Subsequent Offences – Triple the regular permit fee as above, with the SCC Levy calculated on the regular fee only. The penalty fee is calculated on the regular Permit Fee EXCLUDING the SCC Levy. |
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Extra Inspection (Requested / No Access / Work Not Ready) |
All |
$125.00 per hour (minimum of 2 hours) plus SCC Levy |
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Penalty Fee for Occupying a building prior to a final inspection by a Safety Codes Officer |
All |
First occurrence: $400.00 Second and each subsequent occurrence: $1,000.00 (for the same owner, contractor or agent in the same calendar year) The SCC Levy is not charged on a penalty fee. |
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Occupancy and Compliance Certificate – see Schedule B Other Planning & Development Fees |
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Penalty Fee for Continuing to work after a stop work order notice is posted |
All |
First occurrence: $500.00 Second and each subsequent occurrence: $1,000.00 (for the same owner, contractor or agent in the same calendar year) The SCC Levy is not charged on a penalty fee. |
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Renewal / Extension of Permit |
Gas, Plumbing, Electrical, PSDS |
Renewal / Extension request received prior to the permit expiry date: · For each one-year extension, the fee is one quarter of the original permit fee, with a minimum of $125.00, plus the SCC Levy. |
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Renewal / Extension of Permit |
Building Only |
Renewal / Extension request received prior to the permit expiry date: · BP fees (except Miscellaneous – see second bullet for Miscellaneous) - for each one-year extension, the fee is one quarter of the original permit fee, with a minimum of $250.00, plus the SCC Levy. · Miscellaneous BP fees - for each one-year extension, the fee is the same as the original permit fee, plus the SCC Levy. |
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Amended Plans Review or Scope Change / Document Re-Examination |
All |
Residential: $125.00 per hour (minimum of 2 hours) plus the SCC Levy; Non-Residential: $250.00 per hour (minimum of 2 hours) plus the SCC Levy |
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Refund of Permit Fee |
All |
As per the Safety Codes Permit Bylaw a Permit Issuer or Safety Codes Officer may authorize a refund of the permit fee minus 50% which shall be retained by the Municipality, subject to a minimum of $100.00 and a maximum of $1,000.00 being retained, and further subject to the permit being cancelled before work has started.
The Safety Codes Council Levy portion of the fee is non-refundable.
If the permit has been revoked, expired, work has commenced or an extension has been granted, no refund will be made. |
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Variance Application Review |
All |
$125.00 per hour (minimum of two hours) plus the SCC Levy. |
Protective Services Fee Schedule
| Animal Control Fee Schedule | |
| Description | Fee |
| Annual dog license (tag) - spayed or neutered | $25.00 |
| Annual dog license (tag) - not spayed or neutered | $50.00 |
| Three-year dog license (tag) - spayed or neutered | $60.00 |
| Three-year dog license (tag) - not spayed or neutered | $120.00 |
| Lifetime dog license (tag) - spayed or neutered | $100.00 |
| Lifetime dog license (tag) - not spayed or neutered | $200.00 |
| Lifetime cat license (tag) | $25.00 |
| Replacement Tag | $5.00 |
| Annual residential kennel license - 3 dogs | $40.00 |
| Annual vicious animal license | $1,500.00 |
| Vicious animal sign | $10.00 |
| Seeing Eye Dog or Working Dog owned for the purpose of assisting disabled person |
Exempt |
| Impoundment Fee | $15.00 |
| Veterinarian Costs | As incurred |
| Care and Sustenance per day | $7.50 per day |
| Trap Deposit (possession, maximum of seven days) | $100.00 |
| Trap Rental (possession, maximum of seven days) | $10.00 per trap |
| Additional general penalties and costs as per the Animal Control Bylaw 991, 2017 | |
| Environmental Services Fee Schedule | |
| Description | Fee |
| Backpack Herbicide Sprayer Deposit (possession maximum 7 days) | $100.00 |
| Backpack Herbicide Sprayer Rental (no product, possession maximum 7 days) | $10.00 |
| Backpack Herbicide Sprayer Rental + 10L Mixed Dicamba, 2,4-D Product | $20.00 |
| Herbicide Refill of 10L Mixed Dicamba, 2,4-D Product | $10.00 |
| Community Standards Bylaw Fines and Penalties | ||
| Description | Specified Penalty | 2nd and Subsequent |
| Improper or inadequate addressing | $150.00 | $300.00 |
| Nuisance on property | $300.00 | $600.00 |
| Failure to keep property in a reasonable state of repair | $300.00 | $600.00 |
| Unauthorized disposal at charity collection site | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Scavenging from a charity collection | $100.00 | $200.00 |
| Make prohibited noise | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Prohibited water flow | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Prohibited outdoor lighting | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Distributing placards and posters improperly | $100.00 | $200.00 |
| Prohibited use of compost site | $300.00 | $600.00 |
| Improper placement of compost site | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Improper outdoor storage of building materials | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Improper recreational vehicle parking/storage | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Graffiti | $300.00 | $600.00 |
| Failure to remove graffiti | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Improper blocking of unoccupied building | $1000.00 | $2000.00 |
| Failure to clear walks and driveway | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Failure to properly secure appliances | $500.00 | $1000.00 |
| Improper storage of appliances | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Litter | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Failure to secure/reduce wildlife attractants | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Panhandling | $150.00 | $300.00 |
| Fighting or public disturbance | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Spitting/human waste | $300.00 | $600.00 |
| Refusing to allow lawful inspection of Peace Officer | $500.00 | $1000.00 |
| Cannabis Consumption – Bylaw 1022, 2019 | ||
| Municipal Tag | ||
| Offense | Section | Fine |
| Smoke or vape cannabis in public place | 4 | $100.00 |
| Owner/Operator permit a person to smoke or vape in public place | 5 | $200.00 |
| Failure to produce medical document | 6.2 | $100.00 |
| Violation Ticket | ||
| Offense | Section | Fine |
| Smoke or vape cannabis in public place | 4 | $250.00 |
| Owner/Operator permit a person to smoke or vape in public place | 5 | $350.00 |
| Failure to produce medical document | 6.2 | $250.00 |
| Fire Extinguisher Services | |||||
| Size | Annual | Recharge | 6 Year Maintenance | Hydro Test | New |
| 2.5 lb | $13.30 | $26.60 | $30.60 | $50.50 | $59.90 |
| 5 lb | $13.30 | $38.60 | $42.60 | $69.20 | $86.50 |
| 10 lb | $13.30 | $54.50 | $59.90 | $86.50 | $126.40 |
| 20 lb | $18.60 | $90.40 | $99.80 | $126.40 | $199.50 |
| 30 lb | $18.60 | $113.00 | $126.40 | $166.30 | N/A |
| Extinguisher Covers | Wall Mount Brackets | Vehicle Mount Brackets | Pull Pins | Gauges | |
| 5 lb | $19.00 | $3.00 | $50.00 | $2.00 (all sizes) | $15.00 (all sizes) |
| 10 lb | $22.00 | $4.00 | $62.00 | ||
| 20 lb | $25.00 | $6.00 | $135.00 | ||
Fire Rescue Service Fees
| Fire Prevention | |
| Annual Code Compliance Inspection | No Charge |
| 1st Non-Compliance Re-Inspection | No Charge |
| 2nd Non-Compliance Re-Inspection | $150.00 |
| 3rd Non-Compliance Re-Inspection | $300.00 |
| Home Safety Inspections/Smoke Alarms | No Charge |
| Occupancy Load Certificates | $50.00 |
| Fire Investigation (per hour OR part thereof plus expenses and third-party costs) | $100.00 / hour |
| Permits | |
| Fire Permit | No Charge |
| Fireworks Permit-Consumer | No Charge |
| Fireworks Permit-Display | $150.00 |
| Open Burning | |
| Residential Fire Pits – No Permit Required | No Charge |
| Public Education Training | |
| Fire Extinguisher Training – Per Person, Minimum Charge of $150.00 | $25.00 |
| Fire Drills | No Charge |
| False Alarms (Related to Malfunctioning Fire Safety Installation or Other Safety Device) | |
| 1st Response | No Charge |
| 2nd Response | No Charge |
| 3rd Response | $150.00 / calendar year |
| 4th and Subsequent Response | $300.00 / calendar year |
| Emergency Response | |
| Structure Fire (Insured Loss) – Per Hour to a Maximum of $ 10,000 plus cost of materials and Third-Party Costs | 1st 2 Hours – No Charge After 2 Hours - $ 630.00/hour |
| Motor Vehicle Collision Response (Insured Loss) | $650.00 / hour |
| Hazardous Material Incident Response (apparatus rates plus cost of materials and third-party costs) | See Fire Apparatus Rates |
| Response to Motor Vehicle Incidents or Fire Response on Provincial Highways | Current Alberta Transportation Rates |
| Fire Apparatus Rates | |
| Aerial Ladder/Platform Truck | $800.00 / hour |
| Type VI Wildland Brush Truck | $500.00 / hour |
| Fire Engine | $740.00 / hour |
| Water Tender | $740.00 / hour |
| Heavy Rescue Truck | $740.00 / hour |
| Light Rescue Truck | $420.00 / hour |
| Utility Truck | $215.00 / hour |
| Command Vehicle (per unit) | $215.00 / hour |
| Backcountry Rescue Resources (includes OHV’s, sleds, trailers – does not include tow vehicle) | $240.00 / hour |
*Note 1 – Rates are based on current Alberta Transportation and Alberta Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development rates where available
**Note 2 – Response to incidents outside municipal boundary are as per signed agreements
Operations Fee Schedule
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Ad Hoc Service Charges/Fees and Fines to be Invoiced as Incurred |
Schedule “F” – Operations Fee Schedule
|
Type of Service |
Description |
Service Fee |
Notes |
|
Bulk Wastewater Dumping |
Deposit |
$25.00 |
One time fee for lock key. |
|
User Permit |
$50.00 |
Annual fee. |
|
|
Dumping Fee |
$6.00/m3 |
|
|
|
Bulk Water |
Bulk Water Customers |
$1.05 per m3 |
|
|
Use of Fire Hydrant and Water |
Use of fire hydrant, consumption flow meter and hydrant water |
Prohibited |
|
|
Utility Installation - Water, Sanitary and /or Storm Sewer |
Single Dwelling - Request for installation quote |
$400.00 |
|
|
Single Dwelling |
As per municipal quote |
50% deposit of initial quote prior to install. Remainder to be paid upon final completion. |
|
|
Multi unit dwelling, Apartment or Condominiums, Row houses, and Other (as determined by Director) |
Industry standard hourly rates + 10% |
Third-Party Professional Review or Design (as required). All technical studies required in support of a development will be reviewed by the municipality’s approved professional as applicable (e.g., engineer, biologist, lawyer, etc.). |
|
|
Overdue Account Penalty Warning System |
Tagging, or sending notices for overdue accounts |
$60.00 |
|
Type of Service |
Description |
Service Fee |
Notes |
|
Water Service Disconnect
|
Disconnect for non-payment of account |
$75.00 |
During regular work hours |
|
During regular working hours |
$0.00 |
General service |
|
|
Outside of regular working hours |
$320.00 |
|
|
|
Emergency |
$0.00 |
Emergency is an unexpected, unplanned situation that requires immediate attention to prevent property damage. |
|
|
Water Service Reconnect
|
Reconnect following disconnection for non-payment of account |
$75.00 |
During regular work hours |
|
During regular working hours |
$0.00 |
General service |
|
|
Outside of regular working hours |
$320.00 |
|
|
|
Emergency |
$0.00 |
Emergency is an unexpected, unplanned situation that requires immediate attention to prevent property damage. |
|
|
Thawing Frozen Lines |
As Requested |
Cost Recovery |
Includes truck, welder, and operator’s wages and benefits |
|
Fridge & Freezer Freon Removal Charge |
|
$40.00 |
Per unit |
|
Approach Agreement |
As Requested |
$400.00 |
Includes administration fee, as well as pre and post inspections. Additional inspections are $100 each. |
|
Road Use Agreement |
As Requested |
$400.00 |
Includes admin fee, as well as pre and post inspections. Additional inspections are $100ea. |
|
Excavation Permit |
As Requested |
$400.00 |
Includes admin fee, as well as pre and post inspections; |
|
Cemetery Plot - Burial |
|
|
Single Burial Plot |
$1,400.00 |
|
Child (5yrs and under) |
$500.00 |
|
Social Services |
Current Provincial Rate |
|
Cemetery plot – opening and closing |
$700.00 |
|
Cemetery plot – opening and closing – Child (5yrs and under) |
$200.00 |
|
Cemetery Plot – Cremation |
|
|
Cremation Plot |
$500.00 |
|
Child (5yrs and under) |
$200.00 |
|
Cremation plot – opening and closing |
$300.00 |
|
Columbarium |
|
|
Small Niche (12”x12”x12”) |
$1,000.00 |
|
Columbarium – Child (5yrs and under) |
$500.00 |
|
Columbarium – opening and closing |
$200.00 |
|
Additional Fees |
|
|
Burials during weekend or statutory holidays |
$800.00 |
|
Burials in winter surcharge |
$500.00 |
|
Cemetery work permit |
$50.00 |
|
Non-resident surcharge |
$1,000.00 |
|
Perpetual Care |
$500.00 |
|
Equipment Custom Work |
Based on Current Alberta Road Builders & Heavy Construction Equipment Rental Rate Guide |
|
Utility Service Installations |
As per Utility Installation Contract Agreement |
|
Passburg Pit Dumping Fees - Closed to Commercial until Further Notice |
|
|
Single Axle End Dump Truck (Up to 10 Tonnes) |
$150.00 |
|
Tandem Axle End Dump Truck (Up to 13 Tonnes) |
$200.00 |
|
Tridem Axle End Dump Truck (Up to 19 Tonnes) |
$300.00 |
|
Large End Dump Truck (Up to 25 Tonnes) |
$400.00 |
|
Tandem Truck and Tandem Pup (Up to 25 Tonnes) |
$400.00 |
|
Tandem Truck and Tridem Pup (Up to 31 Tonnes) |
$500.00 |
|
Tridem Truck and Tandem Pup (Up to 31 Tonnes) |
$500.00 |
|
Tridem Truck and Tridem Pup (Up to 37 Tonnes) |
$600.00 |
|
Tandem Truck and Large End Dump Trailer (Up to 40 Tonnes) |
$650.00 |
|
Tridem Truck and Large End Dump Trailer (Up to 43 Tonnes) |
$700.00 |
|
*All weighted axle configurations may require overweight term permits as required by Ministry of Infrastructure Commercial Vehicle Weigh Scales Inspections at an additional cost to the contractor over and above the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass tipping fees rates and fees schedule. Other truck and axle configurations not noted above are subject to a pro-rated tipping fee as per the above rates and fees schedule. |
|
|
Fines |
|
|
Type of Service |
Amount |
|
Non-conformance to Watering Regulations – 1st Offence |
$75.00 |
|
Non-conformance to Watering Regulations – 2nd Offence |
$150.00 |
|
Non-conformance to Watering Regulations – 3rd Offence |
$225.00 |
|
Unauthorized Use of Fire Hydrants |
$500.00 |
|
Unauthorized Operation of Service Valves |
$150.00 |
|
Destruction, Obstruction or Covering of Service Valves |
Cost Recovery (Includes equipment, and operator’s wages and benefits) |
|
Illegal Dumping or Disposal |
$500.00 |
Community Services Fee Schedule
Statutory Holidays are 150% of Adult Rate
Prime Time: Mon to Fri 5:00 p.m. on and Saturday & Sunday
Non-Prime Time: Mon to Fri up to 5:00 p.m.
Youth: 17 & Under / Adult: 18 & Over
Prices include G.S.T.
| Additional |
2026 |
2027 |
|
Facility Damage Deposit (minimum $500.00 or ½ of total) |
$500.00 |
$500.00 |
|
Staff Hourly Labour Rate (per operator for set up/clean up) |
$65.00 |
$65.00 |
| Advertising |
2026 |
2027 |
|
Arena Rink Board (4’x8’) |
$500.00/year |
$500.00/year |
|
Ice Logo |
$500.00/year |
$500.00/year |
|
Ice Resurfacer (per side) |
$500.00/year |
$500.00/year |
| Memorial Bench Program |
2026 |
2027 |
|
Bench (material and labour) Plus Repairs |
Cost recovery plus $500.00 |
Cost recovery plus $500.00 |
Pass Powderkeg Fee Schedule
Note: Family of 4+ Includes 2 adults and all dependents under the age of 18 within same household.
|
DAY TICKETS |
Full Day |
Half Day |
Twilight |
|
All Lift Access |
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|
Adult (Ages 18-64) |
$70.00 |
$45.50 |
$29.50 |
|
Youth (Ages 7-17) |
$59.00 |
$40.00 |
$26.50 |
|
Senior (Ages 65-74) |
$59.00 |
$40.00 |
$26.50 |
|
Child (Ages 0-6) |
$27.00 |
$20.50 |
$14.50 |
|
Super Senior (Ages 75+) |
$27.00 |
$20.50 |
$14.50 |
|
Bunny Hill |
Free |
Free |
Free |
|
Single Lift Access (Early Season Rate) |
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|
Adult (Ages 18-64) |
$44.00 |
$31.00 |
$24.00 |
|
Youth (Ages 7-17) |
$35.50 |
$24.00 |
$17.00 |
|
Senior (Ages 65-74) |
$35.50 |
$24.00 |
$17.00 |
|
Child (Ages 0-6) |
$14.50 |
$8.00 |
$7.00 |
|
Super Senior (Ages 75+) |
$14.50 |
$8.00 |
$7.00 |
|
Bunny Hill |
Free |
Free |
Free |
|
Promotional |
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|
Chinook Arch Library Pass (All Ages) |
Free |
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|
Group Pricing (Group meaning over 12 people. Discount valid on lift tickets, rentals, and lessons. School groups are not included) |
10% off |
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SCHOOL RATES |
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|
Local's Rate |
Lift, Lesson, Rental |
Lift, Rental |
Lift, Lesson |
Lesson only |
|
Full Day |
$50.50 |
$39.50 |
$39.50 |
$24.00 |
|
2 hour or less visit |
$27.00 |
$27.00 |
$27.00 |
$27.00 |
|
Regular Rate |
Lift, Lesson, Rental |
Lift, Rental |
Lift, Lesso n |
Lesson only |
|
Full Day |
$56.00 |
$42.00 |
$42.00 |
$25.00 |
|
2 hour or less visit |
$30.00 |
$30.00 |
$30.00 |
$30.00 |
|
SEASON PASSES |
2025/26 |
2026/27 |
|
Resident Rate |
||
|
Adult (Ages 18-64) |
$234.99 |
$234.99 |
|
Youth (Ages 7-17) |
$189.99 |
$189.99 |
|
Senior (65-74) |
$189.99 |
$189.99 |
|
Child (0-6) |
$29.99 |
$29.99 |
|
Super Senior (75+) |
$29.99 |
$29.99 |
|
Family of 4+ |
$729.99 |
$729.99 |
|
Family of 3 (2 adults, 1 youth) |
$609.99 |
$609.99 |
|
Non-Resident Regular Rate |
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|
Adult (Ages 18-64) (5.5 visits of non-resident ticket) |
$334.99 |
$385.00 |
|
Youth (Ages 7-17) (5.3 visits of non-resident ticket) |
$265.99 |
$315.00 |
|
Senior (65-74) (5.3 visits of non-resident ticket) |
$265.99 |
$315.00 |
|
Child (0-6) (visits 1.5 of non-resident ticket) |
$29.99 |
$40.00 |
|
Super Senior (75+) (1.5 visits of non-resident ticket) |
$29.99 |
$40.00 |
|
Family of 4+ (25% discount) |
$895.99 |
$1,050.00 |
|
Family of 3 (2 adults, 1 youth) (25% discount) |
$739.99 |
$815.00 |
|
Level-Up Graduate/Other Passholder Season Pass Discount 25% Off |
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|
Uphill Pass (All Ages) |
$25.00 |
$27.00 |
|
DAY RENTALS |
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|
Full Package (Skis/Board, Boots, Helmet) |
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|
|
Full Day |
After 4:00pm |
Last 2 Hours |
|
Adult (Ages 18-64) |
$40.00 |
$29.00 |
$19.00 |
|
Youth (Ages 7-17) |
$32.50 |
$25.00 |
$18.00 |
|
Senior (Ages 65-74) |
$16.50 |
$14.50 |
$11.50 |
|
Child (Ages 0-6) |
$32.50 |
$25.00 |
$18.00 |
|
Super Senior (Ages 75+) |
$16.50 |
$14.50 |
$11.50 |
|
Skis/Board Only |
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|
Adult (Ages 18-64) |
$26.00 |
$20.00 |
$12.50 |
|
Youth (Ages 7-17) |
$22.00 |
$15.50 |
$11.50 |
|
Senior (Ages 65-74) |
$11.50 |
$9.00 |
$6.00 |
|
Child (Ages 0-6) |
$22.00 |
$15.50 |
$11.50 |
|
Super Senior (Ages 75+) |
$11.50 |
$9.00 |
$6.00 |
|
Other Rentals |
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|
Poles Only (All Ages) |
$6.00 |
$6.00 |
$6.00 |
|
Helmet Only (All Ages) |
$8.00 |
$8.00 |
$8.00 |
|
Snowshoe Rental (All Ages) |
$15.00 |
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|
SEASONAL RENTALS |
2025/26 |
2026/27 |
|
Adult |
$223.00 |
$232.00 |
|
Youth |
$212.50 |
$221.00 |
|
Child |
$176.00 |
$185.00 |
|
Senior |
$212.50 |
$221.00 |
|
Super Senior |
$176.00 |
$185.00 |
SIGNAGE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES |
Regular Rate |
Renewal Rate |
|
Tower Signage |
$285.00 |
$260.00 |
|
Saturday Night Skiing Sponsorship |
$865.00 |
N/A |
|
FACILITY RENTAL |
|
|
Hourly |
$42.00 |
|
Daily |
$312.00 |
|
Washroom Trailer Rental (Per Weekend) |
$270.00 |
|
· Subsequent Days |
$135.00 |
|
Yurt Rental – Per Day |
$84.00 |
|
Yurt Rental – Hourly |
$26.00 |
|
SNOW SCHOOL |
2025/26 |
2026/27 |
|
Discovery |
$83.00 |
$87.00 |
|
Level Up |
$285.00 |
$297.00 |
|
PPK Rippers Single Session |
$155.50 |
$162.00 |
|
PPK Rippers Both Sessions |
$269.00 |
$280.00 |
|
Shredi Ski & SB Camps – Christmas & Family Week |
$209.00 |
$217.00 |
|
Rangers 5 weeks session |
$155.50 |
$162.00 |
|
Rangers 10 week session |
$269.00 |
$280.00 |
|
Little Cubs Single Session |
$83.00 |
$86.50 |
|
Little Cubs Single Session 4 Pack |
$298.00 |
$310.00 |
|
Little Cubs Single Session 6 Pack |
$422.50 |
$439.00 |
|
Kinder Cubs Single Session |
$67.50 |
$70.00 |
|
Kinder Cubs Single Session 4 Pack |
$242.50 |
$252.50 |
|
Kinder Cubs Single Session 6 Pack |
$363.50 |
$378.50 |
|
1.5-hour group |
$62.50 |
$65.00 |
|
1.5 hr. private lesson (up to 2 people) |
$139.00 |
$145.00 |
|
Senior's Program |
$10.50 |
$11.00 |
|
Ladies Night – Single drop-in |
$62.50 |
$65.00 |
|
Ladies Night – 5-Week Series |
$189.00 |
$199.00 |
|
4 pack of private lessons |
10% off |
10% off |
|
6 pack of private lessons |
15% off |
15% off |
|
RACE TRAINING (Per 2.5 Hour Block) |
|
|
7 or fewer athletes |
$410.00 / per block |
|
8-12 Athletes |
$57.00/ per athlete |
|
13-18 Athletes |
$54.00 / per athlete |
|
19+ Athletes |
$51.00 / per athlete |
Pass Pool
Note: Family of 4+ Includes 2 adults and all dependents under the age of 18 within same household.
|
2025 Crowsnest Pass Pool Rates |
|
|
Daily Admission |
|
|
Family of 4+ |
$21.00 |
|
Adult (18 - 64 years old) |
$8.50 |
|
Senior (65 and over) |
$6.50 |
|
Youth (7 - 17 years old) |
$6.50 |
|
Child (4 - 6 years old) |
$5.50 |
|
Toddler (0 - 3 years old) |
Free |
|
5 Use Flex Pass Prices |
|
|
Family of 4+ |
$88.00 |
|
Adult (18 - 64 years old) |
$34.00 |
|
Senior (65 and over) |
$26.00 |
|
Youth (7 - 17 years old) |
$26.00 |
|
Child (4 - 6 years old) |
$22.00 |
|
Toddler (0 - 3 years old) |
Free |
|
Seasons Pass |
|
|
Family of 4+ |
$250.00 |
|
Adult (18 - 64 years old) |
$105.00 |
|
Senior (65 and over) |
$75.00 |
|
Youth (7 - 17 years old) |
$75.00 |
|
Child (4 - 6 years old) |
$63.00 |
|
Toddler (0 - 3 years old) |
Free |
|
Lessons |
|
|
Private per lesson (½ hour) *Up to 2 people per private lesson. |
$30.00 |
|
Private Lesson Discount |
10% off for 4 lessons 15% off for 6 lessons |
|
National Lifesaving Society Parent & Tot lessons |
$62.00 |
|
National Lifesaving Society Preschool lessons |
$62.00 |
|
National Lifesaving Society Swimmer lessons |
$62.00 |
|
National Lifesaving Society Adult Swimmer lessons |
$67.00 |
|
National Lifesaving Society Swim Patrol lessons |
$88.00 |
|
National Lifesaving Society Bronze Star |
$215.00 |
|
National Lifesaving Society Bronze Medallion |
$215.00 |
|
National Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross |
$215.00 |
|
National Lifesaving Certificate |
$410.00 |
|
Facility Rental |
|
|
1 Hour Private Pool Rental (Up to 75 people) |
$165.00 |
|
Sponsored Swim Rate |
$490.00 |
|
Pass Piranhas Pool Rental |
$59.00 |