Introduction
A viability review was initiated for the Village of Donalda in July 2025. This review started at the request of the Minister of Municipal Affairs.
Current status
Alberta Municipal Affairs held an in-person public information session in Donalda on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, from 7 pm to 9 pm in the Donalda School, 2101 Haviland St., Donalda, AB.
This session provided residents, property owners, and other community members of the village an opportunity to learn about the viability review process, discuss what will be included in the viability review report, and provide initial input on the viability of the Village of Donalda.
In addition to this public information session, residents and property owners are also invited to complete an online survey. This survey takes 10 to 15 minutes to complete and closes February 27, 2026.
What is a Municipal Viability Review?
A municipal viability review evaluates whether a municipality can continue to operate in a way that is financially and administratively sustainable over the long term. The review considers factors such as:
- Financial position and trends
- Infrastructure and service delivery
- Governance and administrative capacity
- Community context and demographics
The review is conducted by the Province of Alberta in consultation with the municipality.
What This Review Does and Does Not Mean
At this stage:
- No decisions have been made regarding the future status of the Village of Donalda
- No changes to governance or services are being implemented
- The review is focused on information gathering and analysis
What residents can expect:
- Information sharing as materials become available
- Council discussion of findings at a future public meeting
- Clear communication regarding next steps
Questions or Inquiries
Residents with questions regarding the Municipal Viability Review may contact:
Chief Administrative Officer
Village of Donalda
Email: cao@village.donalda.ab.ca
Municipal Viability Team
Phone: 780-427-2225
Toll free: 310-0000 before the phone number (in Alberta)
Email: viabilityreview@gov.ab.ca