This week: Winter Magic Festival lineup revealed, grants celebrated, a leash rules reminder, family puzzle quest, what's on this week, plus swim lesson registration and a fun line-up for the non-school day!

Council Connect

At the Jan. 20, 2026, Regular Council Meeting, Council passed amendments to the CAO Bylaw, approved the CAO Performance Review Policy and CAO Recruitment Policy, and approved the purchase of a replacement Freedom Express bus.

Council meets next on Jan. 27, 2026, for a Committee of the Whole Meeting. At this meeting, Council will discuss municipal support for healthcare, the Vehicle for Hire Bylaw, the Fleet Replacement Policy, and a replacement golf simulator at Hinton Golf Course. View the agenda here.

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

Experience the Magic

The Winter Magic Festival is approaching, and with event registration now closed, this year’s lineup is coming together.

The festival runs February 6–23 and features community activities across Hinton, including Ski for Free opportunities and the annual Chilli Loppet at the Hinton Nordic Centre, the annual Family Dance, and Winter Warmup at Mary Reimer Park with horse-drawn sleigh rides.

Full event details and updates are available at: www.hinton.ca/wintermagic.

Grant Success in 2025

In 2025, the Town of Hinton secured more than $8.6 million through 17 grants, helping reduce reliance on local tax dollars while expanding services and opportunities across the community.

The funding supported youth employment, emergency preparedness, community celebrations, essential infrastructure, and programs for families and older adults. Investments also improved accessibility, transportation, and recreation sustainability.

Funded through a mix of provincial, federal, and private sources, these grants are helping build a safer, more inclusive, and resilient Hinton—now and for the future.

Learn more here.

Leash Rules Matter

Hinton’s trail system is a great place to explore with your dog! With both on‑leash and off‑leash areas around town, it’s important to know where leashes are required. For example, dogs are allowed off-leash in the fenced, signed dog park in Mary Reimer Park, but not in the large grass area on the other side of the parling lot.

View trail maps, including an on/off leash map here.

Under the Town of Hinton’s Animal Control Bylaw, dogs must be under control at all times, whether on- or off-leash. Keeping your dog leashed where required helps protect pets, people, and wildlife—and ensures our shared trails stay safe and enjoyable for everyone.

Puzzle Together

Join Hinton’s Family Day Puzzle Quest!

From February 9–23, discover local resources, connect with community services, and enjoy quality time together. Tour Hinton with your family and collect puzzle pieces at the Hinton Youth Centre, Hinton Family Centre, FCSS, Northern Rockies Museum, King Drug & Soda Shoppe, Full Circle, and the Hinton Municipal Library.

Complete fun activities at each stop for entries into the grand prize draw—every puzzle piece counts!

Discover community resources, enjoy family time, and celebrate Family Day in a whole new way. Don’t miss the adventure!

What's On This Week

Check out what's happening in Hinton this week! Explore events from Jan. 23 to Jan. 30 and tap any event name for more details.

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Rock Band Cafe, Jan 23, All Day, 158 Sunwapta Drive
Mindful Movement, Jan. 23, 6:30-7:30 PM, Hinton Municipal Library
Storytime! Jan. 26, 11 AM - noon, Hinton Municipal Library
Early Readers' Book Club, Jan. 26, 5-6:30 PM, Hinton Municipal Library
Friendly Visitor Program, Jan. 26, 6-7:30 PM, West Fraser Guild: Home of the Performing Arts Theatre of Hinton
Book Club: Frankenstein, Jan. 27, 6-8 PM, Hinton Municipal Library
Silent Book Club, Jan. 28, noon - 1 PM, Hinton Municipal Library
Family Art, Jan. 28, 5-6 PM, Hinton Municipal Library
Silent Book Club & Book Journaling, Jan. 29, 6-8 PM, Hinton Municipal Library

Quick links: Calendar | Submit an Event

Ready, Set, Splash!

Swim Lessons Open Soon

Get ready for a splash of excitement! Registration for the Winter Session 2 at the Dr. Duncan Murray Recreation Centre opens Thursday, January 29, at 5 p.m.

How to Register:

Online: Visit: Hinton.ca > Aquatics Programs
In Person: Stop by the Rec Centre front desk
By Phone: Call 780-865-4412

The registration window opens at 5 p.m. sharp. Spots fill up quickly, so we recommend registering early. If a class is full, you can still enroll in the waitlist. Openings may become available, and we will contact you if a spot opens up.

Ready to dive in, but unsure which level to register for? Check out this helpful guide: Skill Screening - What Can You Do in the Water?

Walk on Water on the next Non-School Day

Join us at the Dr. Duncan Murray Recreation Centre Pool on Friday, January 30 from 2–8 p.m. for the Walk on Water (WOW) Non‑School Day event. Test your balance as you make your way across the pool’s surface.

Admission: Regular pool rates; no registration required
All ages welcome

For more information, call 780‑865‑4412.

Scheduled Service Maintenance

Please be advised that the online Hinton Listens form will be temporarily unavailable from Jan. 25 at 7 p.m. to Jan. 26 at 3 a.m. due to scheduled maintenance.

During this time, users will be unable to submit service requests online. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience as we work to improve system performance.

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