City News

Lloydminster, AB/SK – On October 9, 2024, just after 12 p.m., Lloydminster RCMP became aware of a cougar within the city limits of Lloydminster. The cougar was last seen in the area of 33 Street and 45 Ave in Lloydminster.

The City of Lloydminster welcomes the public to join an opening event for the Aurora Community Space located at 4117 31 Street on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

In recognition of Fire Prevention Week, the Lloydminster Fire Department will host an Open House at Fire Station #2 (2706 59 Ave) on October 8, 2024, from 3:30 p.m –7:30 p.m. This event offers an opportunity for the community to learn about fire safety, meet local firefighters, and explore the station.

The Lloydminster Museum + Archives will host a presentation, “Canada’s British Home Children – Almost Forgotten,” on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 

At approximately 2:25 p.m. on September 9, 2024, the Lloydminster Fire Department was dispatched to a confirmed structure fire at the Pioneer Lodge. Fire crews arrived on the scene, located the fire and were able to extinguish it quickly. In addition to fire suppression efforts, traffic control was implemented in the area, and a full evacuation of the structure was initiated, with more than 170 residents and staff safely evacuated.

The City of Lloydminster is pleased to announce the grand opening of the new Bowsfield Playground at 5323 23 Street. This new playground replaces the previous one, which had reached the end of its serviceable life. The new playground will enhance play and recreational options for residents of the College Park neighbourhood and surrounding area. 

Lloydminster, AB/SK – In preparation for cooler temperatures, the Lloydminster Spray Park in Bud Miller All Seasons Park will close for the season beginning Monday, September 9, 2024, and looks forward to welcoming everyone back in Summer 2025.

Lloydminster, AB/SK – The City of Lloydminster has a new public art sculpture called Into the Mystic installed at 53 Avenue and 26 Street at Messum Park. The sculpture is the creation of local artist, Mick Classen, and is the newest addition to the City of Lloydminster's public art program. 

Lloydminster, AB/SK – Bry-Tan Trucking & Crane Service announced a significant sponsorship of $60,000 for Cenovus Energy Hub, Lloydminster’s premier recreation and entertainment facility currently under construction.

Lloydminster, AB/SK – The City of Lloydminster wants to remind all property owners that property tax payments are due on or before Thursday, July 25, 2024.