FCSS Wheatland

FCSS Wheatland Wheatland Family & Community Support Services enhances the well-being of individuals, families, and communities within Wheatland County, Alberta.

In 1977 when Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) was known as Preventive Social Services (PSS), the PSS Association of Alberta was incorporated. The Association had no staff, no permanent office or mailing address, and board members from local PSS programs volunteered to do the work necessary to govern and manage the Association. In 1981, when the government changed Preventive Social Serv

ices to Family and Community Support Services, the PSS Association of Alberta changed its name to the FCSS Association of Alberta (FCSSAA). The FCSSAA began receiving a provincial grant, office space was provided in the Ministry, and an Executive Director was hired. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, the number of municipalities and Métis settlements participating in the provincial FCSS Program steadily increased. The FCSSAA was growing as well - membership increased, annual conferences were held, and regional meetings were held in some areas. In 1994, FCSS was moved to Municipal Affairs, the FCSS Regulation was changed and the provincial FCSS Program infrastructure was disbanded. This had an important impact on the FCSSAA - there seemed to be no need for a provincial FCSS Association and membership fell. In 1996, during the government’s redesign of social services, FCSS was returned to (then) Alberta Family and Social Services. However, the FCSSAA lost its provincial grant and its office space in the Ministry, and the Executive Director had to be let go. At the 1996 AGM, a motion was made to dissolve the FCSSAA. Fortunately, the motion was defeated and the FCSSAA has grown tremendously since then. It has become a strong voice on behalf of FCSS Programs and has built a solid relationship with government, through the Ministry of Human Services, and other government and non-government agencies and organizations.

08/28/2026
Our Grief Coffee 'n' Chat program starts in September:
08/27/2026

Our Grief Coffee 'n' Chat program starts in September:

A partial lunar eclipse will light up the sky tonight.
08/27/2026

A partial lunar eclipse will light up the sky tonight.

A partial lunar eclipse will light up the sky tonight.

The moon is expected to take on a reddish hue and will be visible across North America.

Find out the best time to view the eclipse from Strathmore on the StrathmoreNow app and website.

1st day of school is next week.
08/27/2026

1st day of school is next week.

School is almost back, so make sure you know the rules before heading through local school zones on Aug. 31 and Sept. 1.

Find information on school-zone times, when they take effect and the driving rules on the StrathmoreNow app and website.

Screen Test Mammography Clinic coming to Strathmore⁣
08/27/2026

Screen Test Mammography Clinic coming to Strathmore⁣

Screen Test Mammography Clinic coming to Strathmore⁣
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What: AHS Screen Test Mobile Mammography Clinic⁣
How to book: Call 1-800-667-0604 (toll-free)⁣
Cost: None⁣
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Who should be screened?⁣
• Women 45 to 74: This group is most commonly diagnosed with breast cancer, and should plan to have a mammogram every 2 years until they turn 75. This group can self-refer.⁣
• Women 40 to 44: Screening is optional and they should discuss the risks and benefits of screening with their health care provider. A referral is needed for their first mammogram in Alberta, which is available online here. ⁣
• Women 75 and over: Can continue screening and should discuss the risks and benefits with their health care provider.⁣
• Screening mammograms are not recommended for women under age 40: Women in this age group should discuss their breast cancer risk and mammography options with their health care provider.⁣
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https://screeningforlife.ca/breast/screen-test-mobile-clinics/⁣
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Strathmore Municipal LibraryBook Buddies
08/27/2026

Strathmore Municipal Library

Book Buddies

📘👧Does your child need extra reading support? Book Buddies provides support for children who are experiencing reading difficulties or need help building their reading confidence.

👉Registration for this program opens August 31 at 10 am. For more details and to register, go to strathmorelibrary.ca/bookbuddies.

Standard Library
08/27/2026

Standard Library

08/27/2026

Bridging the Gap - Strathmore & Wheatland County

Trellis Society
08/27/2026

Trellis Society

🌱 WE’RE HIRING! 🌱

Trellis is looking for a Family and Youth Resource Network Specialist to join our team on a full-time, 6-month contract.

Are you passionate about supporting children, youth, families, and communities? Do you want to be part of a team that values meaningful work, learning, collaboration, and making a difference?

💚 This could be the opportunity for you.

We’re looking for someone who is open-minded, dedicated, passionate about their work, and committed to creating positive impact.

📍 Full-Time | 6-Month Contract
🔗 Apply today: growwithtrellis.ca

Come grow with us! 🌿

Address

242006 Range Road 243
Strathmore, AB
T1P2C4

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm

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