Census 2011, May 14 – June 6

Due to our extreme growth, the Town of Chestermere conducts a yearly census as these figures are used to calculate provincial grants for the Town and Community Services. This year, the Town of Chestermere will be conducting a census from May 14 – June 6, 2011. Town Council would appreciate your cooperation in answering the required questions when the census taker comes to your door. If you have concerns or questions regarding this census, please call the Director of Administration at 403-207-7050 or the Census Coordinator at 235-6507. Town census takers will be wearing visible Town of Chestermere identification. Link to Demographics

Seniors Tea Party, June 7th, 2011, 1-3 p.m.

The Town hosts this afternoon event every June in order to celebrate the seniors in our community. Seniors are invited to enjoy refreshments, win prizes, play games and visit with the Mayor and Council as well as each other. Contact Nancie for further information 403-207-7051.

Canada Day Celebration, July 1, 2011

The Town of Chestermere celebrates Canada Day in grand style with fun activities for the entire family. Details can be seen on the Festivals site. Come out for Movie In the Park, face painting, carnival games, magic show and birthday cake starting at 7 p.m.

Annual Chestermere Water Festival, Saturday, July 23, 2011

The Chestermere Water Festival is an annual community event celebrating summer on the lake. This year the festival will be July 23rd at John Peake Park and Anniversary Park in Chestermere. See the Festival Website for details.

Chestermere Country Fair – September

The Chestermere Country Fair is the oldest ongoing annual event in our community. This event features agricultural displays and events, a red ribbon contest for baking, pickling and flower displays, wine and beer competitions, art displays, a farmers market, parade, gymkhana, petting zoos, vendor displays and more. To find out more, please contact the Chestermere Regional Community Association, (403) 272-7170, CRCA Website.

Organizational Meeting – October

At this meeting, held in the fall of each year, Town Council appoints Councillors and Volunteer members to the various Boards and Committees of the Town.

Remembrance Day – November 11, 2011

The Town’s first memorial service was held in 2010 at Anniversary Park. The inaugral event was organized by the Cenotaph Advisory Committee.
To view a video of this special event click on Remembrance Day Video.

Chestermere’s Winter Festival – January 15, 2011

Details can be found on the Winterfest website

Saturday, January 15th, 2011

Thank you to our Wonderful Sponsors in making this another successful Winterfest!

Olympic Torch Relay Community Celebration

Congratulations Chestermere, we really showed the country and the world our true community pride and spirit as we welcomed the Olympic Torch Relay! John Peake Park and the route along the torch relay was packed full of enthusiastic, fun, happy people of all ages! Thank you everyone who participated and made the Olympic Torch Relay through our town a truly special, once-in-a-lifetime celebration.

Country Connections Spring Festival, May 2012

Celebrate spring in Chestermere at the Country Connections Spring Festival. Activities include a KidZone, a rabbit show, a quilters guild show & sale, a best dressed pet contest, community garage sales, dunk tank fund raising, musical entertainment, an antique & new tractor display, a business expo, beer gardens, a slo-pitch tournament and a country supper and dance! To find out more, please contact the Chestermere Regional Community Association, (403) 272-7170, CRCA Website.