This week: Residents' Priorities Survey coming soon, an Emergency Preparedness event, new Budget report released, water meter updates, what's on this week, a Freedom Express update, and information about our Home Support and Respite Care programs.

Council Connect

At the Jan. 27, 2026, Committee of the Whole Meeting, Council discussed municipal support for healthcare, the Vehicle for Hire Bylaw, the Fleet Replacement Policy, and a replacement golf simulator at Hinton Golf Course.

Council next meets on Tuesday, Feb. 3 for a Regular Meeting of Council. Agenda items include a Protect Your Assets presentation, Access to Information Bylaw, Access to Information Policy, Vehicle for Hire Bylaw, Supplementary Assessment Bylaw, and Council Committees Review. View the full agenda here.

View more information, including Agendas and Minutes in the Meetings section of our new Council Portal.

Shape Hinton's Future

Hinton Town Council wants your help. They are developing a new four‑year Strategic Plan (2026–2029) to guide priorities, decision‑making, and investments over the coming years.

What are your priorities? Share them in the Residents’ Priorities 2026 Survey.

Survey open Feb. 6-28, 2026
Learn more and take part at hinton.ca/engage

Your voice plays an important role in shaping the future of our community.

How To Be Prepared

Learn how to prepare yourself and your home for a natural disaster at a Community Emergency Preparedness: What You Need to Know sessions at the Hinton Municipal Library.

Hosted by AEMA and the Town of Hinton, the sessions take place February 17 (6–7:30 p.m.) and February 18 (12–1:30 p.m.). Attendees can enter to win a free sprinkler system, and light refreshments will be provided.

2026 Budget Report

Wondering what the Town is working on in 2026? Check out the 2026 Budget Report. It summarizes:

The state of Hinton’s finances
Where the Town’s money comes from
Projects funded by the $51.8M budget
Community groups sharing over $500,000
Property tax rates

Next, Council will determine whether any adjustments are needed and set the 2026 municipal tax rate. Learn more here.

Check Your Mail!

Hinton homeowners! If you live in a single‑family home and haven’t received your water meter installation letter from Neptune, it’s time to act!

All letters have now been sent — so if yours didn’t arrive, call Neptune at 1‑800‑667-4387.

Good to know:

Water meters are mandatory
The meter and installation are FREE during this project
Appointments are available evenings and weekends

Starting Spring 2026, water use will be billed by volume—so keep an eye out for our weekly water‑saving tips to help you save money!

How to Read Your Meter

Have you had a water meter installed? Now you can start tracking your water use!

To activate the meter screen, lift the lid to let in light. If the screen is off, use a flashlight. The display will cycle through several screens automatically. Key screens you may see are Water Consumption (00000.0000m³), Water Temperature (00.0 °C), Flow Rate (0.00 lpm). Find out more about what these numbers mean at hinton.ca/engage.

Understanding your meter helps you monitor water use and detect unusual activity early.

What's On This Week

Check out what's happening in Hinton this week! Explore events from Jan. 30 to Feb. 6 and tap any event name for more details.

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55 & Thriving- Qi Gong, Feb. 4, 10:30 AM - noon, Hinton Municipal Library
Great Griffiths Colouring Contest, Feb. 6-23
Great Griffiths Website Scavenger Hunt, Feb. 6-23
Piper's Treasure Hunt, Feb. 6-23, Parks West Mall
Hawaiian Luau Family Dance, Feb. 6, 5:30-8 PM, Hinton Centre
Free Youth Public Swim, Feb. 6, 6:30-8 PM

Quick links: Calendar | Submit an Event

A New Freedom

Hinton’s Freedom Express bus is experiencing mechanical issues, and Council has decided the bus needs to be replaced. Getting a new bus will take a few months.

While we wait, the Edson Seniors Transportation Society has generously loaned us one of their buses (see photo). We’re deeply grateful for their support and community spirit. This temporary bus will begin serving Hinton residents on Feb. 3, 2026.

We expect the new Freedom Express bus to arrive around May 2026. Find out more about our Freedom Express service at www.hinton.ca/transit.

Care That Supports

Our subsidized Home Support and Respite Care programs help seniors, adults with mobility challenges, and families needing temporary support remain comfortable at home.

Services include light housekeeping, errand running, and personalized respite care that gives caregivers time to rest and recharge. Each client receives services tailored to their individual needs.

Learn more or request an assessment: 780.865.6036 or hinton.ca/homesupport.

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