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Amalgamation Report

The Amalgamation Report is a proposal to the Minister of Municipal Affairs to amalgamate the municipalities of Clearwater County and the Village of Caroline.

It represents the results of seven months of negotiations, which concluded May 24, 2024.

View the Amalgamation Report Highlights here.

Read the full Report here.

Next steps towards amalgamation include:

  • July 23: Clearwater County and Village of Caroline Councils individually approve report.
  • July 31: Report submitted to Minister of Municipal Affairs.
  • Aug 1 - Dec 31: Minister recommends formation Order in Council if Councils proceed.
  • Jan 1, 2025: Effective date of amalgamation.

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It is important to note that no final decision has been made about amalgamation by either Village Council or Clearwater County Council yet. 

The decision must be made by both the County and the Village, and then a request will be sent to the Province of Alberta.