LEDUC NEWS

Snow has finally arrived, and with it comes the holiday season. To celebrate, the Boys and Girls Club of Leduc (BGC Leduc) are getting in the spirit with their annual Winter Fun Fest Fundraiser. Taking place Saturday, Nov. 30, at the Leduc Golf and Country Club, the event offers something for every member of the […]

With winter looming, year two of construction on the 65th Avenue and QEII Interchange Project has come to a close. Breaking ground in November of 2022, the project is a joint effort between the City of Leduc, Alberta Transportation and the Edmonton Regional Airports Authority. Construction is estimated to cost $112 million, with the Government […]

November 17 Results Leduc Chrysler 9 — Triple Creek Golf Club 8 Righand Distillery Shooters 7 — Alice Embroidery 6 SO Boyds xXxCavating 6 — Pet Hospital 1 MaxWell Heritage Realty 7 — DJI Auto Service 4 Standings Boyds: 10-1-0, 20 points Triple Creek: 7-3-1, 15 points Alice: 5-1-5, 15 points Pet Hospital: 6-5-0, 12 […]

Do you have a photo showing off the city? Whether it be a Leduc staple, a slice of nature, or your favourite local spot, send it in for the chance for your photo to be featured in the Rep. Submissions can be sent to PWilliams@postmedia.com.

Leduc Alcoholics Anonymous: Do you have a problem with alcohol? If so, we can help. We are a group of men and women who have found a solution to our common problem. Our meetings are confidential and there are no dues or fees. Call or check our website for a list of meetings. Leduc and […]

I’ve been reading a book about The Little Ice Age, for the last month. For those that don’t know, this cooling period happened between the years 1300 and approximately 1800. The period, when combined with occurrences of plague and other natural phenomena, wreaked havoc with agriculture and food security, and provoked social unrest and outright […]

At the start of the 20th century, entertainment wasn’t an easily accessible flicker on a screen; it was an immersive experience that required imagination and inspired delight. Two seemingly simple artifacts in the Dr. Woods House Museum capture this spirit: a magic lantern and a handheld stereoscope. Both provide a window into the early 1900s—a […]

One of Leduc Santa’s Helpers most popular annual events, the Drive Thru Toy Drive, returns on Saturday, November 23. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Leduc Regional Chamber of Commerce parking lot, families are welcome to drive by, grab a coffee, and drop off a toy donation for the Leduc Santa’s Helpers hampers. […]

On November 11, Leduc residents joined Canadians coast to coast joined in heartfelt, well-planned celebrations of Remembrance Day, to honour those who have fought — and are fighting — for our freedoms. The Remembrance Day celebration in Leduc began outside at the Leduc Civic Centre Cenotaph, in front of veterans, city officials and Legion representatives, […]

November 10 Results Boyds xXxCavating 8 — Righand Distillery Shooters 3 Alice Embroidery 8 — DJI Auto Service 5 Leduc Chrysler 4 — MaxWell Heritage Realty 3 Triple Creek Golf Club 4 — Pet Hospital 3 Standings Boyds: 9-1-0, 18 points Triple Creek: 7-2-1, 15 points Alice: 5-1-4, 14 points Pet Hospital: 6-4-0, 12 points […]

Leduc RCMP are requesting public assistance in locating missing youth 15-year-old Jace Patrick Van Vlack. Jace was last seen leaving his home in Leduc on Nov. 7, 2024. Jace’s family is concerned for his well being. Jace is described as: Fair complexion; 5 feet 8 inches tall; Blond Hair; Blue eyes; 210 pounds; Last seen […]

Major roadworks, infrastructure upgrades, and public space improvements have wrapped up ahead of winter. The City of Leduc is pleased to announce the successful completion of its 2024 construction season with a total cost of $33 million. Of the $83 million budgeted on the 65 Avenue and QEII Interchange project, $52 million was spent this year. “We want to thank our residents for their […]

Supplementary assessment and tax notices for 2024 have been mailed and are due on or by Tuesday, Dec. 31. Supplementary taxes contribute towards the cost of providing municipal services to new buildings and homes that have been completed or improved in the current calendar year. The tax assessment is calculated by taking the increase in property value, […]

The Leduc community came together on Wednesday, Nov. 6, to remember and recognize local war veterans. Taking place at the Leduc Municipal Ceremony, No Stone Left Alone is an annual Leduc Communities in Bloom initiative that includes participation from the City of Leduc, École Leduc Junior High School and the Royal Canadian Legion. This year’s […]

Leduc Lanes bowling leagues are back for the 2024-25 season. Here are the results from week 9 of the season. October 28 to November 2 Monday Club 55+ Ladies high single: Bev Hyacinthe — 169 Ladies high triple: Anita Yurko — 438 Mens high single: Cliff Todd — 199 Mens high triple: Cliff Todd — […]

Do you have a photo showing off the city? Whether it be a Leduc staple, a slice of nature, or your favourite local spot, send it in for the chance for your photo to be featured in the Rep. Submissions can be sent to PWilliams@postmedia.com.

Selling your home during the holiday season brings a unique set of opportunities and challenges. While there may be festive excitement in the air, the market typically sees a dip in activity while home buyers are preoccupied with the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Here are some strategic considerations that will make your […]

Mountain ash has to be one of the showiest naturalized trees we have in Canada, growing to a height of 35-40 feet in optimal conditions.  Native to Europe and Eastern Canada, the ash (or Rowanberry) features multi-faceted leaves that morph from dark green in summer to the reds of autumn, and showy red or orange […]

Leduc Alcoholics Anonymous: Do you have a problem with alcohol? If so, we can help. We are a group of men and women who have found a solution to our common problem. Our meetings are confidential and there are no dues or fees. Call or check our website for a list of meetings. Leduc and […]

Leduc RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Maggie Bennett. Police wish to locate Maggie to verify her well-being. Maggie was last seen in Leduc on Nov. 5, 2024. Maggie is described as: 5’5” tall 100 lbs Blonde wig Brown eyes There is concern for Maggie’s well-being. If you have any information as […]

In response to the recent announcement from the Government of Ontario to expand fertility services with a $150-million investment, Fertility Alberta Advocacy and Outreach Association continues to work with Albertans and the medical community to advance provincial fertility and family planning programming. The Ontario government recently announced an expansion of the current fertility program and introduced a […]

A native Albertan and home-grown artist, my love for the arts began with “Pierre Trudeau with Rose” while still a budding teen. Not until later in life, however, did that love take on a more structured form. After many joy-filled hours of exploration and workshops with instructors such as Susan Woolgar, Frank Haddock, and Rory […]

The 2024 Christmas season is almost here, and Leduc Santa’s Helpers are ready for a busy two months full of fun events, accepting donations, and putting toy hampers together for families in need. Leduc Santa’s Helpers stayed busy this summer once again, participating in the City of Leduc’s Summer in the City event, and hosting […]

In the quiet of the Dr. Woods House Museum, a small collection of worn objects rests on a worktable, each one a silent witness to a story of extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and patriotism. The spotlight today is on Alfred Earl Rhome, a local World War I and II veteran, whose legacy endures through the preservation […]

On Monday, November 11, Leduc will come together in honouring its veterans, and those who serve in the military today. The Leduc Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (#108) is hosting two ceremonies for Remembrance Day. The outdoor Cenotaph Service begins at 9:45 a.m. at the Leduc Cenotaph, in front of the Leduc Civic Centre. […]

The City of Leduc is proud to celebrate the graduation of 13 recruit firefighters from the 2023 and 2024 classes, recognizing their dedication, resilience and commitment to public service and safety. The recruits have completed an intense training program over six months of classroom and practical live fire training scenarios, preparing them to respond to […]

Basketball season has arrived. Members of the Leduc Old School Basketball League have been busy making preparations in anticipation for their fourth season. As sunshine turns to snow and back again, six teams will battle it out in hopes of being crowned champions in 2025. Established in 2020, the 25+ recreation league hosts three games […]

The City of Leduc needs your help. The City is inviting residents to share their thoughts on the future of the Dr. Woods House Museum. Discussions will take place at two facilitated in-person sessions in the Leduc Public Library’s Alexandra Program Room B. Sessions are scheduled for Thursday, November 14 and Monday, November 18, both […]

November 3 Results Boyds xXxCavating 8 — DJI Auto Service 1 Triple Creek Golf Club 13 — Righand Distillery Shooters 4 Pet Hospital 5 — Leduc Chrysler 2 MaxWell Heritage Realty 4 — Alice Embroidery 3 SO Standings Boyds: 8-1-0, 16 points Triple Creek: 6-2-1, 13 points Pet Hospital: 6-3-0, 12 points Alice: 4-2-3, 11 […]

This week, Leduc County launches the second edition of its resident-focused cookbook, Made in Leduc County, to feature local favourites and diverse cultural influences to help connect people across the region. Made in Leduc County – 2nd edition features more than 30 recipes and fun family stories, thanks to the many people who took the time to share […]

Leduc Lanes bowling leagues are back for the 2024-25 season. Here are the results from weeks seven and eight of the season. October 9 Wednesday Night Mixed Ladies high single: Tanya Vogel— 258 Ladies high triple: Tanya Vogel — 535 Mens high single: Lonnie Lindgren — 290 Mens high triple: Lonnie Lindgren — 661 Thursday […]

We are rapidly speeding toward bird feeder season again, whether we are ready to part with warmer weather, or not.  The Leduc Christmas Bird Count is scheduled for December 15th, and while a portion of surveyors trek the countryside for viewing, many others gather around their windows, watching backyard bird feeders for easier and more […]

Do you have a photo showing off the city? Whether it be a Leduc staple, a slice of nature, or your favourite local spot, send it in for the chance for your photo to be featured in the Rep. Submissions can be sent to PWilliams@postmedia.com.

The long-running act, and hard-working performers that make up the Louisiana Hayride Show, returns to the Leduc area Thursday, November 14, when the show performs in Camrose at the Lougheed Performing Arts Centre Cargill Theatre. Beginning at 7:30 p.m., the Louisiana Hayride Show will take concert-goers down memory lane with performers impersonating Elvis Presley, Shania […]

Leduc Alcoholics Anonymous: Do you have a problem with alcohol? If so, we can help. We are a group of men and women who have found a solution to our common problem. Our meetings are confidential and there are no dues or fees. Call or check our website for a list of meetings. Leduc and […]

Alberta is facing a shortage of tradespeople, and in response, the Black Gold School Division is working to connect our high school students with potential career opportunities.. The Black Gold Trades and Career Fair started as a response to the Alberta Government’s Mandate Letter from July 25, 2023, which outlined the need for skilled workers […]

The City of Leduc is introducing a four-article series titled Getting to Know the Collection, designed to spotlight items in the Dr. Woods Museum collection, and inform readers of the preservation work being done with the museum’s items and stories. Nestled at the heart of Leduc is the Dr. Woods House, a craftsman-style house with […]

There’s a new way to play in the City of Leduc. Members of Leduc city council and the Black Gold School Division gathered at Willow Park School on October 29 to officially open the city’s first inclusive playground. Located south of the school, the goal of the playground is to help children of all abilities […]

Leduc junior high students will gather at the Leduc Municipal Cemetery on Wednesday, November 6, to pay their respects to local war veterans. The students will lay poppies on the veterans’ grave sites as part of the annual No Stone Left Alone ceremony. The ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m. and is a collaborative effort between […]

October 27 Results DJI Auto Service 4 — Triple Creek Golf Club 3 Alice Embroidery 5 — Leduc Chrysler 4 Boyds xXxCavating 7 — MaxWell Heritage Realty 2 Pet Hospital 5 — Righand Distillery Shooters 3 Standings Boyds: 7-1-0, 14 points Triple Creek: 5-2-1, 11 points Alice: 4-1-3, 11 points Pet Hospital: 5-3-0, 10 points […]

I was pleasantly surprised recently, to see that the City of Edmonton is surveying for an official bird, after Calgary adopted the Black-capped chickadee two years ago, following an exhaustive online questionnaire.  Canada has many national and official symbols, as does every province and territory, and if we can have an official horse species (The […]

Leduc Alcoholics Anonymous: Do you have a problem with alcohol? If so, we can help. We are a group of men and women who have found a solution to our common problem. Our meetings are confidential and there are no dues or fees. Call or check our website for a list of meetings. Leduc and […]

Leduc Lanes bowling leagues are back for the 2024-25 season. Here are the results from weeks five and six of the season. September 30 to October 5 Monday Club 55+ Ladies high single: Louise Little — 176 Ladies high triple: Louise Little — 433 Mens high single: Walter Vandenbrink — 233 Mens high triple: Walter […]

It’s that time of year when pumpkins glow, black cats roam, and ghost stories are the topic of campfire conversations – but latent defects in real estate is something that should give homeowners a scare year-round! These are hidden issues that can sneak up on you after you’ve moved into your dream home, and trust […]

Do you have a photo showing off the city? Whether it be a Leduc staple, a slice of nature, or your favourite local spot, send it in for the chance for your photo to be featured in the Rep. Submissions can be sent to PWilliams@postmedia.com.

The Leduc Community Hospital Foundation, in a partnership with Northern Asset Management and the Edmonton Community Foundation, is proud to co-host “Cover Your Assets: A Deeper Dive into Philanthropic Financial Planning” on Wednesday, November 6,  at the Best Western Premier Denham Inn and Suites in Leduc. Starting at 5 p.m., this free event (which includes […]

Starting November 7, all On-Demand Transit (ODT) and Leduc Assisted Transportation Service (LATS) rides must be booked through the new Book My Bus app. The change will make booking easier, faster, and more convenient while also streamlining operations. The Book My Bus app will replace the Pick-Up app for ODT riders. For LATS riders, this booking system will be new with the ability […]

The Leduc and District Food Bank (LDFC) association’s annual virtual auction brought in more than $24,000 this year. The funds from the auction, which ran from September 30 to October 14, come at a perfect time as the Leduc Food Bank is seeing demand increasingly each month. In 2023, the LDFB saw 654,291 pounds of […]

For the eighth straight year, Tanni Doblanko will be the mayor of Leduc County. Doblanko was reappointed as mayor at the October 22 County organizational meeting. “Thank you to my fellow councillors for their continued faith in me as mayor. This position is one I lead with heart and passion, and a large part of […]

The Mid-Sized Cities Mayors’ Caucus (MCMC) concluded its fall meeting in St. Albert on October 18, as Mayors from 24 municipalities from across Alberta came together to collaborate, share best practices, and meet with members of the provincial government to discuss how to continue building Alberta’s prosperity. As mid-sized cities are some of Alberta’s fastest-growing […]