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Brazeau County A vibrant community of 7,179, where industry and commerce complement recreation and western culture! It’s like having your lake and fishing it too.

Brazeau County residents enjoy a high level of prosperity thanks to our strong and ever-expanding economy based on rich natural resources abundant in the region. But those same natural resources that keep our local economy booming also provide the recreation, leisure and beauty that makes life in Brazeau County so worth living. Established in 1988, Brazeau County is located approximately 160 kilometres south west of Edmonton and is home to the Town of Drayton Valley, the Village of Breton and the following hamlets:

◾Alsike
◾Buck Creek
◾Cynthia
◾Lodgepole
◾Poplar Ridge
◾Rocky Rapids
◾Violet Grove


The borders of Brazeau County encompass large expanses of crown land, the Brazeau Reservoir, Brazeau River – for which the county is named – and includes a number of Provincial Recreation Areas such as Eagle Point Blue Rapids, Natural Areas such as Pembina River, lakes and the North Saskatchewan River. Outside of the larger communities, you’ll also find a number of smaller localities spread across Brazaeu County, established as farming and agricultural communities generations ago. The wide range of industries operating in Brazeau County – oil & gas, agriculture, forestry, bio energy, and tourism – bring new opportunities for employment and business than ever before, making Brazeau County one of the most desirable places to live and work in Canada. When you add economic vitality to natural beauty and a healthy community, you get a place that thousands of people want to call home. And every year more people are calling Brazeau County home, settling in our region with big hopes for the future and for their family.

09/24/2026

🚒🔥 Our first Open House of the 2026 season is almost here! 🔥🚒

Wednesday October 7, 2026
Station # 1- Lodgepole

We can’t wait to see you all come out and join in on the fun! Bring the family, check out the fire hall, meet our firefighters, and enjoy a fun-filled evening
with us.

We’ll see you there!

Weyerhaeuser's $1 million THRIVE investment in Drayton Valley is an exciting opportunity to support community-led projec...
09/23/2026

Weyerhaeuser's $1 million THRIVE investment in Drayton Valley is an exciting opportunity to support community-led projects, strengthen local organizations, and help shape the future of our region.

It was a pleasure to join the Honourable Todd Loewen, Minister of Forestry and Parks, Mayor Nancy Dodds, Drayton Valley Council, Brazeau County Council, Weyerhaeuser leadership and employees, and community partners to celebrate Drayton Valley being selected as the first Canadian THRIVE community. Thank you to Weyerhaeuser for your continued commitment to our region and for putting local voices at the centre of this important investment.

09/23/2026

Brazeau County News in mailboxes this week!

09/22/2026
09/22/2026
09/22/2026

Today is Agricultural Societies Day in Alberta, a chance to recognize and appreciate the hard work these volunteer-driven, non-profit organizations do and the difference they make in our communities.

Ag societies improve the quality of life of their communities by providing educational programs, events, volunteer opportunities, services and facilities.

Alberta is the only province in Canada to designate a day to recognize agricultural societies. From rodeos and bench shows to education programs and conferences, agricultural societies help their communities thrive.

We continue to provide $11.5 million in predictable, stable annual operational funding through the Agricultural Societies Grant Program.

09/22/2026

📸 Your business deserves a great photo, too!

Digital marketing can feel like A LOT — and often comes with the question: Where should I be focusing my time?

Join us for an evening of practical digital marketing tips, social media learning, networking and nibbles — all designed to help make your online marketing feel a little less overwhelming and a lot more manageable.

Attendees will receive a complimentary professional digital headshot!

A polished photo can help your business stand out online and give your social media profiles, website and other marketing materials a more professional look. Photos by Carmen Rae Photography

Bring your laptop, tablet or notebook; come ready to learn, and connect with other local business owners along the way.

📅 Doors open: 5:30 p.m.
⏰ Session: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
🥪 Light refreshments provided by Growlees

👉 Come with questions. Leave with clarity, ideas, tools you can use — and a professional headshot to help you put your best face forward online!

Register Online: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bsn-presents-marketing-social-media-with-step-by-step-business-solutions-tickets-1999124900392

Brazeau County will have a contractor working in our hamlets over the next few weeks to perform routine and preventative...
09/21/2026

Brazeau County will have a contractor working in our hamlets over the next few weeks to perform routine and preventative maintenance and inspections of underground sanitary sewer mains as well as stormwater catch basins in the River Ravine subdivision area. There should be minimal disruptions for residents, however, some work will be performed in the evenings to minimize impacts to traffic flow.

Please slow down, follow traffic control measures, and use caution when travelling through work zones. Thank you for your patience and cooperation while this third-party maintenance work is completed.

09/21/2026

Traffic Advisory – Brazeau Spillway Bridge

Seal coating maintenance on the Brazeau Dam Spillway Bridge deck (Sunchild Road on Highway 620) will take place Tuesday, September 22, with work resuming on the opposite side of the bridge on Wednesday, September 23.
Traffic will be reduced to one lane during the work, with minor traffic disruptions and delays expected.
Please slow down, follow traffic control measures, and use caution when travelling through the work zone.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation while this third-party maintenance work is completed.

Brazeau County’s Agricultural Service Board is proud to host a Producer Appreciation Supper! Join us for this FREE event...
09/21/2026

Brazeau County’s Agricultural Service Board is proud to host a Producer Appreciation Supper! Join us for this FREE event and enjoy some good food and food company at Easyford Community Hall. Registration is required.

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7401 TWP Road 494
Drayton Valley, AB
T7A1R1

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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