Residents can now apply for Residential Parking Permits!

The Town of Drumheller will be launching a trial period for a paid parking program throughout designated parking areas in the Drumheller Valley. This trial period will begin October 2, 2023, and will operate until October 31, 2023. Residents can apply for a Residential Parking Permit, which will allow residents to park in lots and areas designated for paid parking.

Click here for more information and to apply for a Residential Parking Permit

Affordability & Assistance

The Town of Drumheller offers funding, assistance and support to reduce barriers and ensure that all residents are able to stay active and involved.

The DrumLife Pass is a one-stop application for all of the subsidized programs offered by the Town of Drumheller. Paper applications are available at Town Hall, the Badlands Community Facility and the Drumheller Aquaplex.

Apply for the Drum Life Pass online>>

Download the Drum Life Pass application form here>>

The Drum Life Pass includes the following:

Community Counselling Program

The Town of Drumheller works with Wheatland County Counselling (WCC) to offer a subsidized community counselling program for eligible Drumheller residents. Wheatland County Counselling Inc. is a full service, private counselling practice serving the communities of Strathmore and Drumheller. Services are offered by a Registered Psychologist/Certified Play Therapist and a registered Provisional Psychologist

This program comes as a direct response to the need for affordable, accessible Counselling services in town; which was identified as a priority in the 2017 Community Social Needs Assessment.

About the Program

Individuals, couples, and families can access up to 8 counselling sessions to address a wide variety of concerns such as:

  • Grief and loss,
  • Relationship issues, strengthening marriage
  • Anger issues
  • Emotional regulation
  • Abuse (sexual, physical, spiritual, emotional, financial)
  • Depression and anxiety
  • Self esteem
  • and more.

Eligibility for this service is based on a client’s residency in Drumheller and their household income.

How to Access the Community Counselling Program

  1. APPLY: Complete this form and attach evidence of residency and household income
  2. REFERRAL: The Town will formally refer eligible clients to WCC and advise their level of subsidy (see thresholds below)
  3. INTAKE CALL: - WCC will contact the client directly to conduct an initial screening and schedule an appointment where appropriate.  
  4. ATTEND & PAY: Be sure to attend your appointment on time. Clients will pay their portion of the fees directly to WCC on the day of their appointments*.

*Clients who reach two (2) missed or late cancelled appointments will have their eligibility for the program revoked.

Income Thresholds

Income thresholds (2022)

 

Full Benefits (90% discount)

Partial Benefit (50% discount)

Ineligible as income too high

Single person

Up to $35,000

$35,001-$70,000

$70,001+

Family (2+ people)

Up to $60,000

$60,001-$90,000

$90,001+

Questions? Please contact 403-823-1315 or cdsp@drumheller.ca

Home Help - Outdoor Services Program 

This program offers subsidized lawn mowing and snow removal to eligible residents.

Eligibility 

  • Clients must be aged 55+  
  • Clients must reside in the Town of Drumheller and  

Online Application Form

Older Adult Program Subsidy (55+)

Some of our programs for Older Adults (55+) have a small fee to help offset costs. We offer eligible residents up to a 90% subsidy on these costs to ensure that participation is available to all. 

Income thresholds (2022)

 

Full Benefits (90% discount)

Partial Benefit (50% discount)

Ineligible as income too high

Single person

Up to $35,000

$35,001-$70,000

$70,001+

Family (2+ people)

Up to $60,000

$60,001-$90,000

$90,001+

Applicants must be a resident of Starland County or Drumheller.

If you have any questions, please contact the Seniors Program Coordinator. 

Recreation Fee Assistance Program

The purpose of the Town of Drumheller’s Recreation Fee Assistance program is to improve the well-being and quality of life for its residents by offering access to the Arena, Aquaplex, and Badlands Community Facility (BCF) at a reduced rate.

How to Apply

The Recreation Fee Assistance program offers a subsidy of up to a maximum of 90% of the Recreation Membership fees and up to $200 credit towards programming for qualifying applicants.

Please review, fill out and submit our online application form. 

Online Application Form

Recreation Fee Assistance Form - Appendix A

“Qualifying Documents”

  1. Letter of acceptance to financial supports – such as AISH or Guaranteed Income Supplement
  2. Two (2) recent pay stubs
  3. Income tax forms
  4. Notice of Assessment
  5. Direct deposit statements
  6. Approval of another benefit/program
  7. Other – Letter/Interview explaining current situation

*Residents of Grace House do not need to show proof of income; however, they do need to show proof of residency by providing a letter from Grace House. Residents of Grace House will be eligible to a maximum of 90% on a 3-month membership, and a prorated scholarship, depending on residency term. Residents who move will be able to reapply once their stay at Grace House has been completed, and depending on eligibility, may qualify for regular benefits.

If you do not have qualifying documentation, please complete the rest of the application. You will be phoned for an interview.

“Family”

  1. A married or common law couple with or without dependants;
  2. Up to two cohabitating adults with or without dependants;
  3. A lone parent with dependants;
  4. Guardian(s) and the dependants in their care;
  5. Intergenerational families with or without dependants.

Volunteer Tax Program

Drumheller Valley FCSS, with support from Starland County FCSS, offers a free Volunteer Tax Program to eligible residents.

Income thresholds (2022)

Family size

Total family income

1 person

$35,000

2 people

$45,000

3 people

$47,500

4 people

$50,000

5 people

$52,500

More than 5 people

$52,500, plus $2,500 for each additional person

Applicants must be a resident of Starland County or Drumheller.

Youth Program Subsidy

Some of our Youth Programs have a small fee to help offset costs. Eligible families can receive up to a 90% subsidy on these costs to ensure that participation is available to all. 

Income thresholds (2022)

 

Full Benefits (90% discount)

Partial Benefit (50% discount)

Ineligible as income too high

Single person

Up to $35,000

$35,001-$70,000

$70,001+

Family (2+ people)

Up to $60,000

$60,001-$90,000

$90,001+

Applicants must be a resident of Starland County or Drumheller. 

If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Program Coordinator

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