Our fees can also be found in the Fees, Rates, and Charges Bylaw and any amendments.
*Please note that if the fees listed on our website differ from those listed in the Bylaw, the rates found in the signed Bylaw will be considered correct.
- Finance & Corporate Services
- Community Services
- Mental Health Resources
- Emergency Numbers
- CNP Adult Education
- Crowsnest Community Library
- Community Grants
- Community Groups
- Early Childhood & Youth Programs
- Family and Community Support Services
- Government Agencies
- Little Free Libraries and Book Exchanges
- Medical Clinics
- Real Estate & Property Management
- Schools
- SPCA
- Protective Services
- Operational Services
- Environmental Services
- Employment Opportunities
- Volunteer Crowsnest
- Emergency Preparedness
Business Licenses
| General - Local Business (including Tourist Home in a commercial property) | $125.00 per annum |
| General - Local Business - Alberta Southwest Regional Alliance (as an addition to the General - Local Business Fee) | $80.00 per annum |
| General - Non-Resident Business | $360.00 per annum |
| Home Occupation - Category 1 | $125.00 per annum |
| Home Occupation - Category 2 | $250.00 per annum |
| Short-Term Rental/Bed & Breakfast | $500.00 per annum |
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Current property assessment x 0.00646 calculated per annum |
| Non-Payment penalty after Jan 31 | 0% |
| Operating or advertising a business without a license - first offence | Double license fee |
| Operating or advertising a business without a license - subsequent offences | Double previous fine up to $10,000 |
| Transfer of License | $25.00 |
| Replacement of License Certificate | $25.00 |
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The above Business License Fees are due and payable by January 31st of each year. The fee payable for those Business License issued between the 1st day of January and the 30th day of September shall be the license fee for the full year and for those issued after September 30th the Business License fee shall be one half (1/2) of the license fee for the full year. Special trades that are not available or represented in the community and hired by the Municipality as a contractor may be exempt from a business license for a one-time job. |
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| Day Rate (maximum 2 consecutive days) - Resident | $50.00 per day |
| Day Rate (maximum 3 consecutive days) - Non-Resident | $100.00 per day |
| Hawkers/Peddlers/Mobile Vendors/Pushcart Vendors - Resident | $125.00 |
| Hawkers/Peddlers/Mobile Vendors/Pushcart Vendors - Non-Resident | $375.00 |
| Craft Sales and Garage Sales (maximum of 4 per year with a duration of 2 consecutive days per event) | Exempt |
Municipal Documentation and Clerical Services
| Cash Receipting | |
| Returned cheque, AFT and EFT | $35.00 |
| Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act | |
| Electronic recording of Council meeting | $25.00 |
| For searching for, locating, and retrieving a record | $6.75 per 1/4 hour as per FOIP Regulation 186/2008 |
| Request for Access to a Record | |
| For a one-time request | $25.00 as per FOIP Regulation 186/2008 |
| For a continuing request | $50.00 |
| For producing a record from an electronic record | |
| Computer processing and related charges | Actual cost to Municipality |
| Computer programming | Actual cost to Municipality up to $20.00 per 1/4 hour |
| For producing a copy of a record by any process or in any medium not listed in the section above: | |
| For shipping a record or a copy | Actual Cost as per FOIP Regulation 186/2008 |
| Bylaws | |
| Bylaw hard copy | Cost of photocopy/print $0.60 per page |
| Municipal Development Plan | Cost of photocopy/print $0.60 per page |
| Land Use Bylaw | Cost of photocopy/print $0.60 per page |
| Photocopying/Faxing | |
| Photocopy/Printing (single sheet) | $0.60 |
| Fax (minimum - cover sheet & 1st page) | $2.50 |
| Fax (second and subsequent sheets) | $0.60 |
| Paper Utility Bill reprint | $2.00 |
Maps/Pins/Flags
| Maps - Aerial | $12.00 |
| Maps - GIS colour-information added | $12.00 |
| Maps - GIS black and white | $5.00 |
| Maps - GIS colour- no information added | $5.00 |
| Maps - Ownership | $12.00 |
| Maps - Plan and Civic Addresses | $20.00 |
| Maps - Municipal Road Map | $5.00 |
| Municipal Flag | $100.00 |
| Alberta Flag | $100.00 |
| Canada Flag | $50.00 |
| Municipal Pin (Metal) | $2.50 |
Community Handbook Advertising
| Not-for-profit | For-profit | |
| Back Cover | $1,000.00 | $2,000.00 |
| Full Page | $400.00 | $800.00 |
| 1/2 Page | $200.00 | $400.00 |
| 1/4 Page | $100.00 | $200.00 |
| Business Card | $75.00 | $150.00 |
| Multiple pages (6+) | $175.00/page | N/A |
Taxation and Assessment
| Tax Certificates | $25.00 |
| Tax Searches | $15.00 |
| Historical Tax Summary | $50.00 |
| Assessment Appeal fee - properties with residential mill rates | $40.00 - GST exempt |
| Assessment Appeal fee non-residential assessed value up to $999,999 | $150.00 - GST exempt |
| Assessment Appeal fee non-residential assessed value over $1,000,000 | $250.00 - GST exempt |
| Assessment Records - per parcel | $25.00 |
| Notifications - Land Titles | $25.00 - GST exempt |
Land Sales
| Land Sale Application Fee | $250.00 (non-refundable) |
| Land Sale Price | Subject to individual lot sold |
Administrative Surcharge and Service Contracts
| An administrative surcharge will be levied when the Municipality invoices for service performed by staff or a contractor. Excludes wage reimbursements from third parties such as WCB and Union. | 15% of contract/invoice |
Rental/Lease Rates for Municipal Lands
| Pasture Rates | $1.00 per day per animal unit (minimum of 2) plus applicable taxes on land |
| Serviced Residential Lot Rental | $200.00 per month per residential site plus applicable taxes on land |
Development Permits and Penalties
| Base Fee – All Development Permits (per application) | $75.00 |
| Additional Fee for Permitted Buildings and Uses | |
| Sign, accessory building and use, shed, garage, shipping container, alternative/renewable energy (individual) and any other buildings and uses that the Development Officer determines to be in the category of accessory to a principle building or use, or temporary. | +$25.00 |
| All other permitted buildings and uses | +$175.00 |
Variance
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| Additional Fee for Discretionary Buildings and Uses | |
| Sign, accessory building and use, shed, garage, shipping container, alternative/renewable energy (individual), and any other buildings and uses that the Development Officer determines to be an “Accessory Building or Use” as defined in the LUB, or temporary |
+$200.00 |
| All other discretionary buildings and uses, including Secondary Suite, Home Occupation Class 2, Tourist Home, Short-Term Rental/Bed & Breakfast |
+$375.00 |
| Variance | +$0 |
| Additional Fee for Demolition | +$0 |
| Penalty Fee for Starting a Use or Development Without the Benefit of a Development Permit |
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Where a development permit application review identifies that:
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Penalty fee shall be five times the regular fee |
NOTES
- Upon review of the application the Development Officer will determine the full application fee and advise the applicant of the same prior to the expiry of the 20-day review period pursuant to the Municipal Government Act. A development permit application shall be deemed to be incomplete and shall not be processed until the full application fee is paid or arrangements have been made for payment prior to the issuance of the development permit.
- Development Permit application fees are non-refundable.
- The fee to extend the validity of a Development Permit is 35% of the original fee, provided that the extension request has been made prior to the expiry date. An extension request made after the expiry date shall require a new full application fee.
- Whenever an application is received for a building or use that is not listed in this schedule, the amount of the fee shall be determined by the Development Officer and shall be consistent with those fees listed herein for similar developments.
- Pursuant to the Land Use Bylaw, the Development Officer may require an application for a Permitted Use be brought before the Municipal Planning Commission for reasons other than the issuance of a variance, in which case the application shall be charged as the Permitted use.
- Note that some developments and uses are exempt from acquiring a development permit as per the Land Use Bylaw – inquire with a Development Officer.
Other Planning and Development Fees
| Application for Area Structure Plan or Outline Plan (not including 3“' party review; *see ASP application requirements) | $3,000.00 |
| Third-Party Professional Review (all technical studies submitted in support of an area structure plan, subdivision or major development will be reviewed by the municipality’s approved professional as applicable, e.g., engineer, biologist, lawyer, etc.) | Industry standard hourly rates + 10% |
| Internal professional review by municipal employees holding a professional designation, e.g., P.Eng. or RPP (Registered Professional Planner | $150 per hour per professional designation determined to be applicable (complex applications may be charged a flat rate as may be deemed applicable depending on the complexity of an application) |
| Request for Information Administration Fee (file search) | See Schedule “A" – Municipal Documentation and Clerical services |
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Application for Land Use Bylaw Amendment LUB Text amendment(s)/Re-zoning/Map amendment(s) |
$850.00 |
| Application for Statutory Plan Amendment (MDP, ASP) | $850.00 |
| Zoning Letter | $25.00 |
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Compliance Letter |
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| Application for Encroachment Agreement | $100.00 |
| Encroachment Agreement Fee | |
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| Encroachment Annual Lease Fee, the amount which shall be based on the nature, condition, extent and expected duration of the encroaching improvement, and in the sole discretion of the Chief Administrative Officer or their designate: | |
| Minor encroachment (e.g. fence, fence post, moveable shed) | $50.00 to $300.00 annually |
| Major encroachment established prior to 1990 (e.g. residence, garage, including eaves) | $100.00 annually |
| Major encroachment established after 1990 (e.g. residence, garage, including eaves) | $300.00 to $750.00 annually |
| Development Agreement (not including 3- party professional review) |
$1,500.00 |
| Road Closure / Lane Closure / Municipal Reserve Closure (Does not include LUB amendment fee, or survey costs. Applicant is charged survey costs + 10% where municipality directly pays for survey) | $1,000.00 |
| Request to convene a special meeting of the Municipal Planning Commission | $600.00 |
| Appeal to Subdivision and Development Appeal Board | $400.00 |
| Subdivision | Contact ORRCS |
| Certificate of Local Authority (Condominium) fee | $40.00 per unit created |
| Historic Resource Designation | $0 |
| Discharge or Postponement of Caveat (each discharge whether partial or full) | $75.00 |
| Title or Registered Document (per document) | $25.00 |
| Mobile Vending Permit | $200.00 per year |
| Civic Addressing | $0 per address |
| Fine issued by the Community Peace Officer /Bylaw Enforcement Officer upon request by the Development Officer for contravening or not complying with the Land Use Bylaw, a Development Permit or condition of, or a Stop Order (s. 65, Administration and relevant sections of the Municipal Government Act). |
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| Fine issued by the Community Peace Officer /Bylaw Enforcement Officer upon request by the Development Officer for contravening or not complying with an Order to Address an Emergency or an Order to Remedy Dangers or Unsightly Property. |
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Performance Security Deposits
* Refundable upon compliance of Development Conditions
* A deposit is forfeited when there is damage to municipal infrastructure (the deposit will be applied towards the actual cost of repairs for which the landowner will be invoiced) or when the development permit conditions are not completed within a stated deadline or within an extension of the deadline.
To cover for possible damage to municipal infrastructure and to encourage compliance with development permit conditions the Development Authority shall add a condition for a security deposit for the following types of development permits, and the development permit shall not be released until the security deposit has been paid.
| Moved-in Building, modular home | $5,000, which shall be forfeited and applied towards the actual cost of repairs in the event that there is damage to municipal infrastructure, for which the landowner will be invoiced. |
| Building Demolition (when related to the use of heavy equipment on residential streets) | Up to $20,000 dependent on the scope of the project, which shall be forfeited and applied towards the actual cost of repairs in the event that there is damage to municipal infrastructure, for which the landowner will be invoiced. |
| Accessory Building prior to Principal Building | $5,000, which shall be forfeited if Principal Building construction is not completed within three (3) years from the date of the Accessory Building Development Permit. |
| Development Permit Conditions, Development Completion, Temporary Development Permit, and Other, at the discretion of the Development Authority | Up to $50,000 which shall be forfeited when conditions are not satisfied or development is not completed. |
Gas Permits
| Single-Family Residential**, including Accessory Building, and Appliance Replacement | ||
| Number of Outlets | Permit Fee | SCC Fee |
| 1 - 5 | $190.00 | $7.60 |
| 6 - 10 | $250.00 | $10.00 |
| 11 - 15 | $310.00 | $12.40 |
| 16 - 20 | $375.00 | $15.00 |
| 21 - 25 | $410.00 | $16.40 |
| Over 25 - $410.00 + $10.00 per additional outlet over 25 | ||
| Multi-Family** and Non-Residential, including Accessory Building, and Appliance Replacement | ||
| Number of BTUs | Permit Fee | SCC Fee |
| 0 - 100,000 | $130.00 | $5.20 |
| 100,001 - 200,000 | $165.00 | $6.60 |
| 200,001 - 400,000 | $205.00 | $8.20 |
| 400,001 - 1,000,000 | $335.00 | $13.40 |
| 1,000,001 - 2,000,000 | $385.00 | $15.40 |
| Over 2,000,000 - $385.00 + $7.00 per additional 100,000 BTUs (or portion of), plus SCC fee | ||
| Miscellaneous Gas Fees | ||
| Description | Permit Fee | SCC Fee |
| Temporary Service / Heat | $160.00 | $6.40 |
| Service Connection or Re-connection | $160.00 | $6.40 |
| Alteration of Gas Line | $160.00 | $6.40 |
| Air Test | $160.00 | $6.40 |
| Annual Permit – contractor or institution only | $500.00 | $20.00 |
| Propane cylinder refill center / station | $285.00 | $11.40 |
| Propane tank set (excluding connections to appliances) | $160.00 | $6.40 |
| Propane tank set (including connections to appliances) | $160.00 plus $15.00 per appliance connection | $6.40 plus $0.60 per appliance connection |
The Safety Codes Council Levy shall be added to each permit based on 4% of the permit amount with a minimum fee of $4.50 to a maximum of $560.00
** "Multi-Family" starts at Duplex and Semi-detached dwelling
Plumbing and Private Sewage Disposal Systems Permit Fees
| Plumbing Permit Fees - All Building Types (Residential, Non-Residential, Accessory Buildings) Including Ready-to-Move (RTM), Modular Home/Moved-In Dwelling/Moved-In Building on a Basement or Crawlspace (but not on blocks or piles | ||
| Number of Fixtures / Drops | Permit Fee | SCC Fee |
| 1 - 5 | $165.00 | $6.60 |
| 6 - 10 | $215.00 | $8.60 |
| 11 - 20 | $290.00 | $11.60 |
| Over 20 - $ 290.00 plus $5.00 per additional fixture plus SCC Fee | ||
| Service Connection Fee | $165.00 | $6.60 |
| Annual Permit (Institutions) | $500.00 | $20.00 |
| PLEASE NOTE: A plumbing and PSDS permit for non-residential (including multi-family residential) work can only be pulled by a journeyman plumber. | ||
| Plumbing Permit Fees – Ready-to-Move (RTM), Modular Home, Moved-In Dwelling or Moved-In Building on blocks or piles | ||
| Description | Permit Fee | SCC Fee |
| Ready-to-Move (RTM), Modular Home, Moved-In Dwelling or Moved-In Building on blocks or piles | $165.00 | $5.00 |
| Private Sewage Disposal System Fees | ||
| Description | Permit Fee | SCC Fee |
| Field Mound Open Discharge Treatment Plant Lagoon |
$500.00 | $20.00 |
| Holding Tank / Septic Tank | $300.00 | $12.00 |
The Safety Codes Council Levy shall be added to each permit based on 4% of the permit amount with a minimum fee of $4.50 to a maximum of $560.00
Electrical Permit Fees
New Construction
PLEASE NOTE: An electrical permit for non-residential (including multi-family residential) work can only be pulled by a Master Electrician.
| Value of Materials and Labour | Single-Family** Residential (including Accessory Building) | SCC Levy | Multi-Family** and Non-Residential (including Accessory Building) | SCC Levy |
| 0 - 1,000 | $140.00 | $5.60 | $175.00 | $7.00 |
| 1,001 - 2,500 | $170.00 | $6.80 | $215.00 | $8.60 |
| 2,501 - 5,000 | $225.00 | $9.00 | $285.00 | $11.40 |
| 5,001 - 10,000 | $310.00 | $12.40 | $390.00 | $15.60 |
| 10,001 - 15,000 | $385.00 | $15.40 | $485.00 | $19.40 |
| 15,001 - 20,000 | $455.00 | $18.20 | $570.00 | $22.80 |
| 20,001 - 30,000 | $580.00 | $23.20 | $725.00 | $29.00 |
| 30,001 - 40,000 | $715.00 | $28.60 | $895.00 | $35.80 |
| 40,001 - 50,000 | $845.00 | $33.80 | $1,060.00 | $42.40 |
| 50,001 - 75,000 | $1,000.00 | $40.00 | $1,250.00 | $50.00 |
| 75,001 - 100,000 | $1,155.00 | $46.20 | $1,445.00 | $57.80 |
| 100,001 - 125,000 | $1,290.00 | $51.60 | $1,615.00 | $64.60 |
| 125,001 - 150,000 | $1,425.00 | $57.00 | $1,785.00 | $71.40 |
| 150,001 - 200,000 | $1,700.00 | $68.00 | $2,125.00 | $85.00 |
| 200,001 - 250,000 | $1,835.00 | $73.40 | $2,295.00 | $91.80 |
| 250,001 - 300,000 | $1,995.00 | $79.80 | $2,495.00 | $99.80 |
| 300,001 - 400,000 | $2,315.00 | $92.60 | $2,895.00 | $115.80 |
| 400,001 - 500,000 | $2,610.00 | $104.40 | $3,266.00 | $130.64 |
| Over 500,000 | $1,610.00 + $5.00 per additional $1,000 + SCC Levy | $3,266.00 + $6.25 per additional $1,000 + SCC Levy | ||
Miscellaneous – Residential and Non-Residential, including Accessory Building
| Description | Permit Fee | SCC Fee |
| Service Connection or Reconnection [hot tub, A/C unit, Ready-to-Move Dwelling (RTM), Modular Home, Moved-In Dwelling, Moved-In Building] | $160.00 | $6.40 |
| Panel or Service Upgrade | $160.00 | $6.40 |
| Temporary Service / Power | $160.00 | $6.40 |
| Underground Power | $160.00 | $6.40 |
| Sign – Electrical Connection | $160.00 | $6.40 |
| Annual Permit (Contractor or Institution) | $500.00 | $20.00 |
| Alternative Energy Connection (roof mounted solar panel) |
Up to 1,000 Watt | $225.00 Over 1,000 Watt | $0.83 per 1,000 Watts |
$90.00 4% of permit fee |
Addition or Renovation (includes Basement, Minor Work and Accessory Building)
| Installation Cost ($) * | Permit Fee | SCC Fee |
| Up to 500 | $100.00 | $4.50 |
| 501 - 1,000 | $125.00 | $5.00 |
| 1,001 - 2,000 | $140.00 | $5.60 |
| 2,001 - 3,000 | $150.00 | $6.00 |
| Over 3,000 | Use square foot table above | |
*To determine the installation costs for Homeowners doing their own work, the following calculation will be used: Cost of materials X2.
Plans required for all projects valued at $ 10,000 and over to process the application.
The Safety Codes Council Levy shall be added to each permit based on 4% of the permit amount with a minimum fee of $ 4.50 to a maximum fee of $ 560.00.
** “Multi-Family” starts at Duplex and Semi-detached Dwelling
Building Permits Fees
The minimum permit fee in all cases shall be $250.00
| Residential and Non-Residential Installations, including Accessory Building | |
| Description | Permit Fee |
| Single-Family Dwelling - New Construction [excluding Ready-to-Move (RTM), Modular Home, Moved-in Dwelling, Moved-in Building] Shop Garage Storage Accessory Building Over 108 ft2 (10m2) |
$ 6.50 per $ 1,000 of project value** plus SCC Fee |
| Deck Retaining Wall |
$150.00 plus SCC Fee |
| Public Institution Commercial Industrial Multi-Family ( ** “Multi-Family” starts at Duplex and Semi-detached Dwelling) Change of Occupancy |
$7.00 per $1000 of project value** plus SCC Fee |
| Ready-to-Move (RTM), Modular Home, Moved-In Dwelling , Moved-In Building - No Basement or Crawlspace – on pilings or blocks | $0.40 per square foot (project value)** plus SCC Fee |
| Ready-to-Move (RTM), Modular Home, Moved-In Dwelling , Moved-In Building – Placed on a Basement or Crawlspace | $0.45 per square foot (project value)** plus SCC Fee |
| Addition – all building types Interior Alteration – all building types Interior Renovation – all building types Secondary Suite |
$0.40 per square foot (project value)** plus SCC Fee |
| Building Fees – Miscellaneous Residential (including Accessory Building) and Non-Residential (including Accessory Building) | |
| Description | Permit Fee |
| Wood Burning Stove / Solid Fuel Appliance / Hot Tub / Swimming Pool Demolition Temporary Structure |
$225.00 plus SCC Fee |
| Geothermal Heating | $8.50 per $ 1000 of total system installation value – min $ 150 Residential, min $ 250 Non-Residential Plus SCC Fee |
| Hydronic Heating | $150.00 Residential, $ 250.00 Non-Residential Plus SCC Fee |
| Fire Alarm/Sprinkler System/Fire Suppression System | $350.00 plus SCC Fee |
The Safety Codes Council Levy shall be added to each permit based on 4% of the permit amount with a minimum fee of $4.50 to a maximum of $560.00
** Construction Value / Project Value shall be determined by the Alberta Safety Codes Authority’s “Value Calculator”.
The Safety Codes Council Levy shall be added to each permit based on 4% of the permit amount with a minimum fee of $4.50 to a maximum of $560.00
Miscellaneous Permit Fees
| Description | Discipline | Fee |
| Work Commenced Prior to Permit Issuance | All | Double the usual Permit Fee (or a minimum of $250) for the work started without a permit, plus Double the usual Permit Fee for all additional permits required for the project Subsequent Offences – Triple the usual permit fee as above |
| Extra Inspection (No Access/Not Ready) | All | $100.00 |
| Occupying a building prior to a final inspection conducted by a Safety Codes Officer | All | First occurrence: $400.00 Second and each subsequent occurrence: $1,000.00 (for the same owner, contractor or agent in the same calendar year) |
| Continuing to work after a stop work order notice is posted | All | First occurrence: $500.00 Second and each subsequent occurrence: $1,000.00 (for the same owner, contractor or agent in the same calendar year) |
| Renewal/Extension of Permit | Gas, Plumbing, Electrical, PSDS | Extension request received prior to the permit expiry date:
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| Renewal/Extension of Permit | Building Only | Extension request received prior to the permit expiry date:
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| Amended Plans Review or Scope Change / Document Re-Examination | All | $100.00 Residential, $200.00 Non-Residential |
| Permit Fee Refund | All |
As per the Safety Codes Permit Bylaw, a Safety Codes Officer may authorize a refund of the permit fee, with a minimum of 50% of the usual fee or no less than $100 being retained up to a maximum of $1,000, for a permit that is cancelled before work has started. The Safety Codes Council portion of the fee is non-refundable. If the permit has been revoked, expired, work has commenced or an extension has been granted, no refund will apply. |
| Variance Application Review | All |
$125 / hour with a minimum of two hours |
Protective Services Fee Schedule
| Animal Control Fee Schedule | |
| Description | Fee |
| Annual dog license (tag) - spayed or neutered | $25.00 |
| Annual dog license (tag) - not spayed or neutered | $50.00 |
| Three-year dog license (tag) - spayed or neutered | $60.00 |
| Three-year dog license (tag) - not spayed or neutered | $120.00 |
| Lifetime dog license (tag) - spayed or neutered | $100.00 |
| Lifetime dog license (tag) - not spayed or neutered | $200.00 |
| Lifetime cat license (tag) | $25.00 |
| Replacement Tag | $5.00 |
| Annual residential kennel license - 3 dogs | $40.00 |
| Annual vicious animal license | $1,500.00 |
| Vicious animal sign | $10.00 |
| Seeing Eye Dog or Working Dog owned for the purpose of assisting disabled person |
Exempt |
| Impoundment Fee | $15.00 |
| Veterinarian Costs | As incurred |
| Care and Sustenance per day | $7.50 per day |
| Trap Deposit (possession, maximum of seven days) | $100.00 |
| Trap Rental (possession, maximum of seven days) | $10.00 per trap |
| Additional general penalties and costs as per the Animal Control Bylaw 991, 2017 | |
| Agricultural Services Fee Schedule | |
| Description | Fee |
| Backpack Herbicide Sprayer Deposit (possession maximum 7 days) | $100.00 |
| Backpack Herbicide Sprayer Rental (no product, possession maximum 7 days) | $10.00 |
| Backpack Herbicide Sprayer Rental + 10L Mixed Dicamba, 2,4-D Product | $20.00 |
| Herbicide Refill of 10L Mixed Dicamba, 2,4-D Product | $10.00 |
| Community Standards Bylaw Fines and Penalties | ||
| Description | Specified Penalty | 2nd and Subsequent |
| Improper or inadequate addressing | $150.00 | $300.00 |
| Nuisance on property | $300.00 | $600.00 |
| Failure to keep property in a reasonable state of repair | $300.00 | $600.00 |
| Unauthorized disposal at charity collection site | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Scavenging from a charity collection | $100.00 | $200.00 |
| Make prohibited noise | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Prohibited water flow | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Prohibited outdoor lighting | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Distributing placards and posters improperly | $100.00 | $200.00 |
| Prohibited use of compost site | $300.00 | $600.00 |
| Improper placement of compost site | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Improper outdoor storage of building materials | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Improper recreational vehicle parking/storage | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Graffiti | $300.00 | $600.00 |
| Failure to remove graffiti | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Improper blocking of unoccupied building | $1000.00 | $2000.00 |
| Failure to clear walks and driveway | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Failure to properly secure appliances | $500.00 | $1000.00 |
| Improper storage of appliances | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Litter | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Failure to secure/reduce wildlife attractants | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Panhandling | $150.00 | $300.00 |
| Fighting or public disturbance | $250.00 | $500.00 |
| Spitting/human waste | $300.00 | $600.00 |
| Refusing to allow lawful inspection of Peace Officer | $500.00 | $1000.00 |
| Cannabis Consumption – Bylaw 1022, 2019 | ||
| Municipal Tag | ||
| Offense | Section | Fine |
| Smoke or vape cannabis in public place | 4 | $100.00 |
| Owner/Operator permit a person to smoke or vape in public place | 5 | $200.00 |
| Failure to produce medical document | 6.2 | $100.00 |
| Violation Ticket | ||
| Offense | Section | Fine |
| Smoke or vape cannabis in public place | 4 | $250.00 |
| Owner/Operator permit a person to smoke or vape in public place | 5 | $350.00 |
| Failure to produce medical document | 6.2 | $250.00 |
| Fire Extinguisher Services | |||||
| Size | Annual | Recharge | 6 Year Maintenance | Hydro Test | New |
| 2.5 lb | $13.30 | $26.60 | $30.60 | $50.50 | $59.90 |
| 5 lb | $13.30 | $38.60 | $42.60 | $69.20 | $86.50 |
| 10 lb | $13.30 | $54.50 | $59.90 | $86.50 | $126.40 |
| 20 lb | $18.60 | $90.40 | $99.80 | $126.40 | $199.50 |
| 30 lb | $18.60 | $113.00 | $126.40 | $166.30 | N/A |
| Extinguisher Covers | Wall Mount Brackets | Vehicle Mount Brackets | Pull Pins | Gauges | |
| 5 lb | $19.00 | $3.00 | $50.00 | $2.00 (all sizes) | $15.00 (all sizes) |
| 10 lb | $22.00 | $4.00 | $62.00 | ||
| 20 lb | $25.00 | $6.00 | $135.00 | ||
Fire Rescue Service Fees
| Fire Prevention | |
| Annual Code Compliance Inspection | No Charge |
| 1st Non-Compliance Re-Inspection | No Charge |
| 2nd Non-Compliance Re-Inspection | $150.00 |
| 3rd Non-Compliance Re-Inspection | $300.00 |
| Home Safety Inspections/Smoke Alarms | No Charge |
| Occupancy Load Certificates | $50.00 |
| Fire Investigation (per hour OR part thereof plus expenses and third-party costs) | $100.00 / hour |
| Permits | |
| Fire Permit | No Charge |
| Fireworks Permit-Consumer | No Charge |
| Fireworks Permit-Display | $150.00 |
| Open Burning | |
| Residential Fire Pits – No Permit Required | No Charge |
| Public Education Training | |
| Fire Extinguisher Training – Per Person, Minimum Charge of $150.00 | $25.00 |
| Fire Drills | No Charge |
| False Alarms (Related to Malfunctioning Fire Safety Installation or Other Safety Device) | |
| 1st Response | No Charge |
| 2nd Response | No Charge |
| 3rd Response | $150.00 / calendar year |
| 4th and Subsequent Response | $300.00 / calendar year |
| Emergency Response | |
| Structure Fire (Insured Loss) – Per Hour to a Maximum of $ 10,000 plus cost of materials and Third-Party Costs | 1st 2 Hours – No Charge After 2 Hours - $ 630.00/hour |
| Motor Vehicle Collision Response (Insured Loss) | $630.00 / hour |
| Hazardous Material Incident Response (apparatus rates plus cost of materials and third-party costs) | See Fire Apparatus Rates |
| Response to Motor Vehicle Incidents or Fire Response on Provincial Highways | Current Alberta Transportation Rates |
| Fire Apparatus Rates | |
| Aerial Ladder/Platform Truck | $700.00 / hour |
| Type VI Wildland Brush Truck | $420.00 / hour |
| Fire Engine | $630.00 / hour |
| Water Tender | $630.00 / hour |
| Heavy Rescue Truck | $630.00 / hour |
| Light Rescue Truck | $420.00 / hour |
| Utility Truck | $185.00 / hour |
| Command Vehicle (per unit) | $185.00 / hour |
| Backcountry Rescue Resources (includes OHV’s, sleds, trailers – does not include tow vehicle) | $200.00 / hour |
*Note 1 – Rates are based on current Alberta Transportation and Alberta Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development rates where available
**Note 2 – Response to incidents outside municipal boundary are as per signed agreements
Fines for Contravening or Not Complying with the Land Use Bylaw, a Development Permit or condition of: a Stop Order, an Order to Address an Emergency, or an Order to Remedy Dangers or Unsightly Property see Other Planning and Development Fees and Fines.
Operations Fee Schedule
| Type of Service | Description | Service Fee | Notes |
| Commercial Wastewater Dumping | Septic and Wastewater Contractors | See Septage Disposal Facility Bylaw | |
| Use of Fire Hydrant and Water | Use of fire hydrant, consumption flow meter and hydrant water | $60.00 + Water Consumption at $0.95 per m3 | $60 admin fee to be charged weekly, record of quantity to be provided to Operations office at end of use. |
| Overdue Account Penalty Warning System | Tagging, or sending notices for overdue accounts | $60.00 | |
| Water Service Disconnect | Disconnect for non-payment of account | $60.00 | During regular work hours |
| During regular working hours | $0 | ||
| Outside of regular working hours | $320.00 | ||
| Emergency | $0 | Emergency is an unexpected, unplanned situation that requires immediate attention to prevent property damage. | |
| Water Service Reconnect | Reconnect following disconnection for non-payment of account |
$60.00 | During regular work hours |
| During regular working hours | $0 | ||
| Outside of regular working hours | $320.00 | ||
| Emergency | $0 | Emergency is an unexpected, unplanned situation that requires immediate attention to prevent property damage. | |
| Thawing Frozen Lines | As Requested | Cost Recovery | Includes truck, welder, and operator’s wages and benefits |
| Fridge & Freezer Freon Removal Charge | $30.00 per unit | ||
| Road Use Agreement | As Requested | $400.00 | Includes admin fee, as well as pre and post inspections. Additional inspections are $100.00 each |
| Excavation Permit | As Requested | $250.00 | Includes admin fee, as well as pre and post inspections; |
| Sidewalk and Street Patio Permit | As Requested | $50.00 | Per storefront up to maximum of $200.00 |
| Cemetery Fees | |
| Cemetery Plot - Burial | |
| Adult/Child | $700.00 |
| Infant (5yrs and under) | $250.00 |
| Social Services | Current Provincial Rate |
| Cemetery Plot - Cremation | |
| Adult/Child | $250.00 |
| Infant (5yrs and under) | $100.00 |
| Plot - Opening and Closing | |
| Cemetery plot - opening and closing - adults/children | $350.00 |
| Cemetery plot - opening and closing - infants | $200.00 |
| Cemetery plot - opening and closing - cremation | $250.00 |
| Additional Fees | |
| Burials during weekend or statutory holidays | $400.00 |
| Burials prior to 7am or after 3pm on Monday to Friday | $300.00 |
| Cemetery work permit | $30.00 |
| Deposits | ||
| Type of Service | Description | Amount |
| Use of Fire Hydrant and Water | Use of fire hydrant, consumption flow meter and hydrant water | $120.00 |
| Administrative Surcharge and Service Contracts | |
| Equipment Custom Work | Based on Current Alberta Road Builders & Heavy Construction Equipment Rental Rate Guide |
| Utility Service Installations | As per Utility Installation Contract Agreement |
| Transportation and Operations | |
| Passburg Pit Dumping Fees - Closed to Commercial until Further Notice | |
| Single Axle End Dump Truck (Up to 10 Tonnes) | $150.00 |
| Tandem Axle End Dump Truck (Up to 13 Tonnes) | $200.00 |
| Tridem Axle End Dump Truck (Up to 19 Tonnes) | $300.00 |
| Large End Dump Truck (Up to 25 Tonnes) | $400.00 |
| Tandem Truck and Tandem Pup (Up to 25 Tonnes) | $400.00 |
| Tandem Truck and Tridem Pup (Up to 31 Tonnes) | $500.00 |
| Tridem Truck and Tandem Pup (Up to 31 Tonnes) | $500.00 |
| Tridem Truck and Tridem Pup (Up to 37 Tonnes) | $600.00 |
| Tandem Truck and Large End Dump Trailer (Up to 40 Tonnes) | $650.00 |
| Tridem Truck and Large End Dump Trailer (Up to 43 Tonnes) | $700.00 |
| *All weighted axle configurations may require overweight term permits as required by Ministry of Infrastructure Commercial Vehicle Weigh Scales Inspections at an additional cost to the contractor over and above the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass tipping fees rates and fees schedule. Other truck and axle configurations not noted above are subject to a pro-rated tipping fee as per the above rates and fees schedule. | |
| Fines | |
| Type of Service | Amount |
| Non-conformance to Watering Regulations – 1st Offence | $75.00 |
| Non-conformance to Watering Regulations – 2nd Offence | $150.00 |
| Non-conformance to Watering Regulations – 3rd Offence | $225.00 |
| Unauthorized Use of Fire Hydrants | $500.00 |
| Unauthorized Operation of Service Valves | $150.00 |
| Destruction, Obstruction or Covering of Service Valves | Cost Recovery (Includes equipment, and operator’s wages and benefits) |
| Illegal Dumping or Disposal | $500.00 |
Community Services Fee Schedule
Prices include GST | Statutory Holidays are 150% of Adult Rate
Prime Time: Mon to Fri after 5:00pm and Saturday & Sunday
Non-Prime Time: Mon to Fri up to 5:00pm
Youth: 17 & Under | Adult: 18 & Over
| Sports Complex Ice Arena | Oct 2023 - Mar 2024 | Oct 2024 - Mar 2025 |
| Youth Hourly Non-Prime Time | $36.50 | $37.00 |
| Youth Hourly Prime Time | $73.00 | $74.00 |
| Local Youth Daily Non-Prime Time | $365.00 | $370.00 |
| Local Youth Daily Prime Time | $730.00 | $740.00 |
| Adult Hourly Non-Prime Time | $54.75 | $56.00 |
| Adult Hourly Prime Time | $109.00 | $112.00 |
| Local Adult Daily Non-Prime Time | $547.50 | $560.00 |
| Local Adult Prime Time | $1095.00 | $1120.00 |
| Non-Resident Youth Hourly | $109.50 | $112.00 |
| Non-Resident Youth Daily | $1095.00 | $1120.00 |
| Non-Resident Adult Hourly | $164.25 | $167.00 |
| Non-Resident Adult Daily | $1642.50 | $1670.00 |
| Complex Dry Floor, ASMA, MDM Gym | 2023 (Complex April - September) | 2024 (Complex April - September) |
| Youth Hourly | $32.85 | $33.50 |
| Youth Daily | $295.65 | $300.50 |
| Adult Hourly | $49.28 | $50.25 |
| Adult Daily | $443.48 | $450.75 |
| Commercial Resident Hourly | $61.59 | $62.75 |
| Commercial Resident Daily | $554.34 | $563.50 |
| Non-Resident Youth Hourly | $49.28 | $50.25 |
| Non-Resident Youth Daily | $443.48 | $450.75 |
| Non-Resident Adult Hourly | $73.91 | $75.25 |
| Non-Resident Adult Daily | $665.21 | $676.00 |
| Non-Resident Commercial Hourly | $92.39 | $94.00 |
| Non-Resident Commercial Daily | $831.52 | $845.00 |
| AB Government Hourly | $70.39 | $71.75 |
| AB Government Daily | $633.54 | $644.00 |
| Arena Glass removal and install | $2240.00 | |
| Elks Hall & Complex Lounge | 2023 | 2024 |
| Youth Hourly | $24.54 | $24.75 |
| Youth Daily | $220.89 | $221.00 |
| Adult Hourly | $36.81 | $37.00 |
| Adult Daily | $331.33 | $331.50 |
| Repetitive Daily (Minimum of 5 consecutive weekly bookings) | $220.89 | $224.25 |
| Commercial Resident Hourly | $46.02 | $46.25 |
| Commercial Resident Daily | $414.16 | $414.25 |
| Non-Resident Youth Hourly | $36.81 | $37.00 |
| Non-Resident Youth Daily | $331.33 | $331.50 |
| Non-Resident Adult Hourly | $55.22 | $55.25 |
| Non-Resident Adult Daily | $497.00 | $497.00 |
| Non-Resident Commercial Hourly | $69.03 | $69.25 |
| Non-Resident Commercial Daily | $621.24 | $621.50 |
| AB Government Hourly | $52.59 | $53.00 |
| AB Government Daily | $473.33 | $473.50 |
| MDM / Complex Kitchen | 2023 | 2024 |
| One Daily Rate Only | $106.05 | $107.00 |
| Lease Holder Hourly Rate (MDM) | $15.00 | |
| MDM Meeting Room #11 & Stage | 2023 | 2024 |
| Youth Hourly | $12.00 | $12.25 |
| Youth Daily | $108.00 | $110.25 |
| Adult Hourly | $18.00 | $18.50 |
| Adult Daily | $162.00 | $165.50 |
| Local Commercial Hourly | $22.50 | $23.00 |
| Local Commercial Daily | $202.50 | $206.75 |
| Non-Resident Youth Hourly | $18.00 | $18.50 |
| Non-Resident Youth Daily | $162.00 | $165.50 |
| Non-Resident Adult Hourly | $27.00 | $27.75 |
| Non-Resident Adult Daily | $243.00 | $248.25 |
| Non – Resident Commercial Hourly | $33.75 | $34.50 |
| Non-Resident Commercial Daily | $303.75 | $310.25 |
| AB Government Hourly | $25.71 | $26.25 |
| AB Government Daily | $231.43 | $236.25 |
| Lease Rental Space (based on per square foot yearly) | $6.87 / sq ft | $6.96 / sq ft |
| Complex Concession if not under a lease agreement | 2023 | 2024 |
| Youth Daily Only – No hourly | $106.05 | $107.75 |
| Adult Daily Only – No hourly | $106.05 | $107.75 |
| Commercial & Non-Resident Daily | $106.05 | $107.75 |
| FACILITY DAMAGE DEPOSIT Minimum $500.00 or ½ of total |
$500.00 | $500.00 |
| C.S. STAFF HOURLY LABOUR RATE per operator for set up/clean up |
$65.00 | $65.00 |
| Equipment Rental | 2023 | 2024 |
| MDM Black Curtains | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Chandelier | $100.00 | $100.00 |
| 5’ Portable Projection Screen | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| Projector | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Portable Sound System | $75.00 | $75.00 |
| Portable Stage 12 x 24 | $250.00 | $250.00 |
| Tablecloths Per 1 | $2.00 | $3.00 |
| Tables (each, if not included in a facility) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Chairs (each, if not included in a facility) | $1.25 | $1.50 |
| Ice machine (per bag) | $2.00 | $2.00 |
| Ice machine (events) | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| Electrical (Gazebo Park/Complex) Daily rate | $25.00 | $30.00 |
| Soccer Fields | 2023 | 2024 |
| Non-local Daily Tournament Rate | $121.42 | $125.00 |
| Local Daily Tournament Rate | $81.41 | $85.00 |
| Youth (Season Rate per player) | $12.00 | $14.00 |
| Adult (Season Rate per player) | $20.00 | $30.00 |
| Ball Diamonds | 2023 | 2024 |
| Youth (Season Rate per player) | $13.75 | $14.00 |
| Adult (Season Rate per player) | $29.70 | $30.00 |
| Tournament (Non-Local Daily Rate) | $121.42 | $125.00 |
| Tournament (local daily) | $81.40 | $85.00 |
| Advertising | 2023 | 2024 |
| Wall Rink Board (4’x8’) | $500.00 / year | $500.00 / year |
| Ice Logo | $500.00 / year | $500.00 / year |
| Zamboni (per side) | $500.00 / year | $500.00 / year |
| Campground Fees | ||
Pass Powderkeg Fee Schedule
| Day Tickets | Full Day | Half Day | Twilight |
| All Lift Access | |||
| Adult (Ages 18-64) | $49.99 | $29.99 | $19.99 |
| Youth (Ages 7-17) | $39.99 | $24.99 | $14.99 |
| Senior (65-74) | $39.99 | $24.99 | $14.99 |
| Child (0-6) | $14.99 | $9.99 | $4.99 |
| Super Senior (75+) | $14.99 | $9.99 | $4.99 |
| Bunny Hill | Free | Free | Free |
| Single Lift Access (Early Season Rate) | |||
| Adult (Ages 18-64) | $29.99 | $19.99 | $14.99 |
| Youth (Ages 7-17) | $23.99 | $14.99 | $12.49 |
| Senior (65-74) | $23.99 | $14.99 | $12.49 |
| Child (0-6) | $9.99 | $4.99 | $4.99 |
| Super Senior (75+) | $9.99 | $4.99 | $4.99 |
| Bunny Hill | Free | Free | Free |
| Promotional | |||
| Chinook Arch Library Pass (All Ages) | Free | ||
| Group Pricing (Group meaning over 12 people. Discount valid on lift tickets, rentals, and lessons. School groups are not included) | 10% off | ||
| Full Package (Skis/Board, Boots, Helmet) Rental | |||
| Adult (Ages 18-64) | $34.99 | $24.99 | $14.99 |
| Youth (Ages 7-17) | $27.99 | $19.99 | $13.99 |
| Child (0-6) | $14.99 | $12.99 | $9.99 |
| Senior (65-74) | $27.99 | $19.99 | $13.99 |
| Super Senior (75+) | $14.99 | $12.99 | $9.99 |
| Skis/Board Only Rental | |||
| Adult (Ages 18-64) | $22.99 | $16.99 | $9.99 |
| Youth (Ages 7-17) | $18.99 | $12.75 | $8.99 |
| Child (0-6) | $9.99 | $7.99 | $4.99 |
| Senior (65-74) | $18.99 | $12.75 | $8.99 |
| Super Senior (75+) | $9.99 | $7.99 | $4.99 |
| Poles Only Rental | |||
| Adult (Ages 18-64) | $5.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Youth (Ages 7-17) | $5.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Child (0-6) | $5.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Senior (65-74) | $5.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Super Senior (75+) | $5.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Helmet Only Rental | |||
| Adult (Ages 18-64) | $7.50 | $7.50 | $7.50 |
| Youth (Ages 7-17) | $7.50 | $7.50 | $7.50 |
| Child (0-6) | $7.50 | $7.50 | $7.50 |
| Senior (65-74) | $7.50 | $7.50 | $7.50 |
| Super Senior (75+) | $7.50 | $7.50 | $7.50 |
| Snowshoe Rental | |||
| All ages | $15.00 | ||
| Seasonal Rental | 2023/2024 | ||
| Adult | $209.99 | ||
| Youth | $199.99 | ||
| Child | $164.99 | ||
| Senior | $199.99 | ||
| Super Senior | $164.99 | ||
| Snow School | 2023/2024 | ||
| Learn to Turn Intro | $79.99 | ||
| Learn to Turn Full Package | $274.99 | ||
| Learn to Turn Progression Package | $194.99 | ||
| PPK Rippers Single Session | $149.99 | ||
| PPK Rippers Both Sessions | $259.99 | ||
| PPK Rippers Family Week | $99.99 | ||
| Weekend Youth Program | $149.99 | ||
| Little Cubs Single Session | $79.99 | ||
| Little Cubs 4 Pack | $287.99 | ||
| Little Cubs 6 Pack | $407.99 | ||
| Little Cubs Unlimited (Half-day sessions only) | $999.99 | ||
| 1.5 hour Group | $59.99 | ||
| 1 hour Private | $89.99 | ||
| 1.5 hour private | $134.99 | ||
| Senior's Program | $10.00 | ||
| 4 pack of private lessons | 10% off | ||
| 6 pack of private lessons | 15% off | ||
| Race Training (per 2.5 hour block) | Per Athlete | ||
| 7 or fewer athletes (block rate) | $350.00 | ||
| 8-12 Athletes | $50.00 | ||
| 13-18 Athletes | $47.00 | ||
| 19+ Athletes | $45.00 | ||
| Signage Sponsorship Opportunities | Regular Rate | Renewal Rate | |
| Tower Signage | $250.00 | $225.00 | |
| Saturday Night Skiing Sponsorship | $800.00 | N/A | |
| Season Passes | Full Season | ||
| Resident Rates | |||
| Adult (Ages 18-64) | $229.99 | ||
| Youth (Ages 7-17) | $183.99 | ||
| Senior (65-74) | $183.99 | ||
| Child (0-6) | $29.99 | ||
| Super Senior (75+) | $29.99 | ||
| Family of 4+ | $724.99 | ||
| Family of 3 (2 adults, 1 youth) | $604.99 | ||
| Non-Resident Regular Rate | |||
| Adult (Ages 18-64) | $329.99 | ||
| Youth (Ages 7-17) | $261.99 | ||
| Senior (65-74) | $261.99 | ||
| Child (0-6) | $29.99 | ||
| Super Senior (75+) | $29.99 | ||
| Family of 4+(Includes 2 adults and all dependents under the age of 18 within same household) | $891.99 | ||
| Family of 3 (2 adults, 1 youth) | $734.99 | ||
| Learn to Turn Graduate/Other Passholder | |||
| Adult (Ages 18-64) | $247.50 | ||
| Youth (Ages 7-17) | $196.90 | ||
| Senior (65-74) | $196.90 | ||
| Child (0-6) | $29.99 | ||
| Super Senior (75+) | $29.99 | ||
| Family (Includes 2 adults and all dependents under the age of 18 within same household) | $799.99 | ||
| Uphill Pass | |||
| All Ages | $25.00 | ||
| Lodge Rental | |||
| Hourly | $32.00 | ||
| Daily | $256.00 | ||
| Washroom Trailer Rental (Per Weekend) | $250.00 | ||
| Subsequent Days | $125.00 | ||
Pass Pool
| Pass prices do not include GST | 2023 |
| Daily Admission | |
| Family (living in same household) | $19.05 |
| Adult | $9.52 |
| Senior (65 and over) | $5.71 |
| Youth (9 to 17) | $5.71 |
| Child (3 to 8years) | $4.76 |
| 3 years and under | Free |
| 18 plus 5 use passes | $28.57 |
| Season Pass | |
| Family (living in same household) |
$238.10 |
| Adult | $142.86 |
| Senior (65 and over) | $95.24 |
| Youth (9 to 17years) | $123.81 |
| Child (3 to 8years) | $57.14 |
| Lessons | |
| Private Per lesson (½ hour) | $25.00 |
| Semiprivate (½ hour) | $18.00 |
| Level 1 to 5 | $55.00 |
| Level 6 to 10 | $62.00 |
| Other levels | $66.00 |
| Facility Rental | |
| Private hourly | $150.00 |
| Semiprivate | $75.00 |