Jamieson Road Fire Department

06/04/2026

Training and wellness opportunities from our friends and partners at Nakoda Fire Department

06/02/2026

The MD of Bighorn is continuing to monitor the situation

The Bow River, from upstream of the Town of Banff to the Ghost Reservoir, continues to have a High Streamflow Advisory. The MD of Bighorn is monitoring weather conditions and water levels closely. The Emergency Services Team is ready to respond to emergencies.

The rain is expected to taper off today and end moving into tomorrow.

Residents should continue to use caution around waterways, watch for pooling water on roadways, avoid low-lying areas where water may accumulate, and never drive through flooded sections of road. Conditions can change quickly during periods of sustained rainfall.

Please stay back from the riverbank and respect the barricades and taped off areas/ trails. Stay off the river as fast-moving, muddy water is dangerous and conceals submerged logs trees and other debris.

Ensure you are signed up for Voyent Alert to receive emergency notifications. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.mdbighorn.ca/687/Voyent-Alert

For official updates, please follow the Municipal District of Bighorn on Facebook or visit our website at www.mdbighorn.ca

06/01/2026

High stream flow advisories are affecting areas along the the upper bow to Ghost Reservoir. Stay in touch through Municipal District of Bighorn and https://rivers.alberta.ca for the latest updates.

ADVISORY: Bow River High Streamflow Advisory

A high streamflow advisory has been issued for the Bow River (upstream of the Town of Banff to the Ghost Reservoir). Due to warming temperatures and snowmelt, water levels are rising on the Bow River, and an additional 30cm increase is expected through Friday, May 29.

Stay away from all flooded areas. Muddy water prevents visibility and can hide open sewers, sinkholes, and dangerous debris. Fast-moving water and submerged debris are dangerous. Stay off the river.

Riverbanks will be slippery. Keep back from the water’s edge, especially children and pets.

During high streamflow events, water is moving fast, it is extremely cold, and we also see an increase in debris that poses a significant safety risk. We ask that everyone use caution and judgement around the Bow River. Rescues in these conditions are extremely dangerous for first responders. Don't be the reason others are put at risk.

Groundwater Readings in Exshaw will now occur daily, starting Thursday, May 28. To see groundwater levels, please check here: https://www.mdbighorn.ca/656/Groundwater-Readings

For up-to-date information on rivers, please visit: https://rivers.alberta.ca/

05/19/2026

Jamieson Road Community Cleanup Day

On Sunday, May 24th, 2026, there will be a Community Cleanup Day at the Jamieson Road Fire Hall!

The event will run from 10am to 1pm. There will be a BBQ lunch for anyone who participates in the cleanup!

Activities include:
- a cleanup of the area
- Firefighters will be available to assist with heavy items for the large item pick up, please contact Alice James or the firehall at [email protected] if you will require help.
- Emergency preparedness information and demos
- Applications for the fire department. Firefighters will be able to answer any questions residents might have about joining.

For more information on the Large Item Drop-off, please click here: https://www.mdbighorn.ca/700/Large-Item-Drop-off

We hope to see you there!

05/15/2026

The MD of Bighorn is monitoring this wildfire. With the expected precipitation tonight and tomorrow we are hopeful the risk is lowered.

05/07/2026

The fire department will be assisting with the community road clean up on May 24th, 1000-1300:

- BBQ at noon for the clean up crew

- Firefighters will be available to assist with heavy items for the large item pick up, please contact Alice James or the firehall at [email protected] if you will require help.

-applications will be available as we are always looking for new volunteers

-emergency preparedness information will be available at the Firehall

04/14/2026

Join Us at Camp Summit May 15 - 17, 2026

The Town of Canmore Fire Rescue is running a camp for those interested in trying out firefighting that may have never considered it before. They have extended the invitation to residents from the MD of Bighorn.

Camp Summit:

- Provides an introduction to the fire service in a safe and inclusive way
- Provides simulated fire ground training
- Fosters leadership skills in a supportive environment
- Strengthens self-esteem and builds confidence
- Promotes the representation of under-represented communities (from all backgrounds) as firefighters

Applicants must be at least 17 years old to apply.

For more details and to apply, please follow the link: https://www.canmore.ca/your-community/public-safety/fireservices/camp-summit

03/17/2026

It’s that time of year…

FYI to Residents and Visitors

With warming temperatures, ice conditions can change quickly and may not be safe, posing a risk to you and first responders. Use caution around all lakes, ponds, and rivers.

For your safety:
- Stay off lakes, rivers, and ponds
- Keep kids and pets close and away from shorelines and open water
- Avoid areas with moving water, inlets/outlets, cracks, pressure ridges, or slushy/grey ice

If someone breaks through the ice: Call 911 immediately. Do not attempt a rescue from the ice. Use a rope, extension cord, or long branch from the shore.

02/27/2026

Just a reminder if you plan on burning in the Municipal District of Bighorn rural areas like Jamieson which are part of the Calgary Forest Area, you will require a burn permit as of this Sunday March 1.

Starting March 1, fire permits will be required for all burning in the Forest Protection Area, excluding campfires. Fire permits can be requested online, in person, or over the phone. Check on your winter burning projects to ensure they are fully extinguished. Ongoing burn projects will require a fire permit as of March 1. https://www.alberta.ca/get-a-fire-permit

02/27/2026

Thanks FF Paul for helping to represent the MD in support of special olympics!