Recreation Funding Information

Camrose County supports recreation facilities and programming in the County area in a number of ways. Funding for these programs comes from a Recreation Tax Levy that is collected from all County ratepayers, and is listed separately on County Property Tax Notices, so residents can understand what portion of their taxes go towards recreation. The money collected through this levy is spent annually for the following programs. facilities and contributions, and the remainder of the funding is placed in a reserve for future recreation facility needs.

Camrose County contributes annually under a Recreation Agreement to the City of Camrose for the provision of recreation facilities to be used by Camrose County residents.

Annually, beginning in 2021, the contribution amount is a flat fee of $450,000 (plus an annual adjustment for CPI up to a maximum of 2%), as well as a contribution of $264,000 annually towards the capital cost of the Aquatic Center (for 10 years, totaling $2,640,000).

This Recreation Agreement with the City allows County residents to make use of the aquatic center, arena, sports fields and other facilities within the City of Camrose at the same cost as City residents.

For more information on City of Camrose recreation facilities click here.

Camrose County owns and operates campgrounds, parks and day-use areas, playgrounds and greenspaces. The Agriculture Services Department is responsible for the maintenance of the areas. Most County facilities operate on the honor system.

Camrose County also owns outdoor rink facilities in Ohaton and Armena, which are managed by the local recreation boards.

To see more information on County recreation areas - click here.