Community Standards Amending Bylaw

Town of Strathmore Council moves swiftly to protect the community.  

Council amends the Community Standards Bylaw to regulate distribution of graphic materials.

STRATHMORE, ALBERTA | July 27, 2023 – The Town of Strathmore Council has approved the Community Standards Amending Bylaw No. 23-27, regulating the unsolicited distribution of graphic images.

On July 19^th, Council received a presentation from a resident who expressed concerns over the graphic imagery contained in anti-abortion flyers distributed door to door.

 “This is an emotional subject for many. When you go door-to-door, you don’t know if that person has experienced a loss, or if those materials could end up in the hands of a child. Requiring these types of pamphlets to be enclosed in opaque envelopes adds a layer of protection while still upholding the importance of allowing people the freedom to express their opinions,” Mayor Pat Fule said.

The decision to move forward with an amending bylaw aligns with Council’s Strategic Plan for Community Wellness and Intentional Community Development.

The Community Standards Amending Bylaw No. 23-27 received all three readings on July 26, 2023. Under the bylaw, any materials that contain the image of a fetus must be enclosed in a non-transparent envelope with a warning label and the return address of the sender. Violators will face fines of up $1000.00.

The Town of Strathmore Community Standards Bylaw and Amending Bylaws can be viewed at https://strathmore.ca/en/town-hall/bylaws.aspx.

About Strathmore, Alberta
The Town of Strathmore is a growing community in Southern Alberta. Ongoing investments in solar energy, agriculture, manufacturing, and real estate are attracted to the region’s skilled workforce, competitive taxes, and high quality of life.