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2026 Federal Census Reminder
Statistics Canada would like to remind you that the 2026 Census is underway and every response counts!
The census helps paint a statistical portrait of Canada's diverse population and the places where we live by collecting demographic, social and economic information from households across Canada.
Canadians rely on census data for information that support important decisions that affect Canadian families, communities and businesses. The information you provide ensures that the census accurately reflects Canada's changing society. Your responses are vital for planning services that support employment, education, public transportation, health care, and more.
How to complete the 2026 Census
All Canadian households receive a census invitation letter in the mail with instructions on how to complete their questionnaire. Completing the online questionnaire at census.gc.ca is secure and confidential.
Confidentiality and security
Statistics Canada places the highest priority on protecting your privacy as well as maintaining the confidentiality and security of completed questionnaires. Your answers are collected under the authority of the Statistics Act and are kept strictly confidential.
For more information, census resources, or assistance, please visit census.gc.ca.
ASB April Blog
🌿No Spray Agreement - 2026 Season🌿
Landowners who prefer not to have the ditches adjacent to their property sprayed may sign an annual “No Spray Agreement”, by April 30th, 2026.
By doing so, you agree to take full responsibility for controlling Prohibited Noxious and Noxious weeds in the ditch along your property and to ensure that “No Spray” signs are properly posted and clearly visible throughout the entire County spraying season.
If weeds are not adequately controlled, the County reserves the right to manage them by any method deemed appropriate.
Please note: spraying does not occur directly in front of residential yards.
On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) — RDAR
🌱On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)🚜
📅Applications Opened April 10, 2026
🌾Nitrogen Management
🌿Cover Cropping
🐄Rotational Grazing
📊Supporting soil health & sustainability
For more information, visit www.rdar.ca/funding-opportunities/ofcaf
AFSC Deadline🚨⏰
AgriStability enrolment (2026 program year):
You must register, pay your fee, and submit your enrolment form for AgriStability by April 30, 2026.
2% Strychnine Update
Training Requirements
Access to Strychnine will require both the Agricultural Fieldman and landowners to complete a mandatory one-hour online training course prior to distribution and use.
- The farmer training will be online through a Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) starting May 4, 2026. www.sarm.ca
- Certification will take approximately two days to process and must be presented at the time of purchase. *Product will not be available for pickup on the same day training is completed.
Supply and Availability
- An initial shipment of product is expected to arrive late May to early June. Two more shipments are expected over the summer.
- One kg of grain treated with a 250 mL bottle treats approx. one acre.
- Available till November 1, 2027.
Purchase Requirements
To obtain product, producers will be required to:
- Provide proof of training completion
- Legal land location
- Sign a declaration form that confirms label compliance and Integrated Pest Management & Monitoring Plans.
- Applicants are limited to a maximum purchase of two cases, at one time. **However, initial supply will be limited, and exact quantities are not yet determined.**
Producer Application Requirements
- Renters may apply strychnine if they have a valid written agreement & have completed the required training.
- Producers must identify one municipality (typically your home quarter) from which they will purchase. You may apply product on eligible land in other approved areas.
- Post signs on LLD where strychnine will be used.
- Random or target audits may be conducted by the Government of Alberta officials or directed representatives.
