Memorialize With a Tree
The Town of Hanna believes that the trees are an important part of a community and should be protected. There are many benefits of trees in urban landscapes, including:
- improve air and water quality
- reduce erosion
- beautify the landscape
- provide habitat for many varieties of birds and insects
- damper noise and dust levels
- provide shade
- increase the value of property
In order to support and enhance Hanna’s tree inventory, some resources have been created to assist property owners to ensure the care and maintenance of trees for the enjoyment of present and future generations It is important to note that the tree bylaw found below, states that no person can prune, remove or plant a tree on public property without authorization. Property owners are responsible for maintaining their boulevards. It is equally important to make note of the Adopt-a-Tree program. This program is available to recognize or celebrate the life of a loved one or special event. Trees are planted and maintained by Town Staff within Hanna’s parks, boulevards, cemetery and green spaces.
Finally, the Tree Planting, Maintenance and Protection Manual serves to support the Public Tree Bylaw #996-2018 and provide information for property owners to ensure the care and maintenance of trees.
Adopt A Tree Policy
This policy allows approved trees to be purchased at the request of any person wishing to recognize a loved one, celebrate an event, recognize a business or enhance the community.
Public Tree Bylaw
Regulates the planting, maintenance and removal of trees located on Town property.
Tree Planting and Maintenance Manual
This manual supports bylaw #996-2018 the Public Tree Bylaw and provides information for property owners to ensure the care and maintenance of trees.
Tree Removal or Pruning Request
Appendix B: Application for the removal or pruning of a public tree.
Trees Donated in 2021
| In Memory Of | Donated by: | Location | Tree Type |
| Ralph Cheney | Barbara Cheney Family | Hector King-Hunter Park | Snowbird Hawthorn |
| Rena Nelson | Sheila Nielsen, Dave Rudisuela; Doug & Calista Nielsen, Ken Nielsen & Marilyn Andrew; Kathy & Doug Ray | Doug Todd Memorial Park in Hanna Cr. | Hardi Mac Apple |
| Past Members | Hanna Agricultural Society | Visitor Info Centre | Dropmore Linden Ivory Silk Lilac (2) Navigator Pear (2) |
| Doug Todd | Gayle Smigg & Family | Doug Todd Memorial Park | Ohio Buckeye |
| Irene Jess (nee Heller) | Bonnie & Jurgen Kautz | Hector King-Hunter Park | Royalty Flowering Crabapple |
| Theodore “Ted” Jess | Bonnie & Jurgen Kautz | Hector King-Hunter Park | Spring Snow Crabapple |
| Ryker Brooks Lund | Alan & Rhonda Lund; Ayslinn & Jeff Raab | RCMP Park/Spray Park | Gladiator Tree |
Trees Donated in 2019
| In Memory Of | Donated by: | Location | Tree Type |
| Past Hanna Pioneers | Sandra Beaudoin | Canalta Boulevard | Top Gun Bur Oak (3) Foothills Green Ash True North |
| Haessel Family | Juliette Haessel | Canalta Boulevard | Top Gun Bur Oak |
| Canalta Real Estate Services | Canalta Boulevard | Foothills Green Ash; Patmore Green Ash |
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| Walter Viste | Scott & Crista Viste | Fox Lake Trail Walking Path | Bur Oak |
| Karen Barker | Haessel, Gutsche, Bish & Kroetsch Families | Museum | Bur Oak |
| Walter Smigg | Gayle Smigg | Cemetery | Foothills Green Ash |
Trees Donated in 2018
| In Memory Of | Donated by: | Location | Tree Type |
| Hanna Young Lions Club members who fallen | Hanna Young Lions | Walking Trails | Bur Oak (2); Sundancer Poplar (2); Brandon Elm |
| Jim Foster | Dianne Foster | Hector King-Hunter Park | Bur Oak |
Trees Donated Prior to 2018
| In Memory Of | Donated by: | Location | Tree Type |
| Fox Lake Memory Forest | Red Hat Sophisticates | Fox Lake Park | |
| Dee Moench | Mountain Ash | ||
| Colleen Wright | Towering Aspen | ||
| Ryan Savary | Mountain Ash | ||
| Debbie Lenfesty | Weeping Willow Towering Aspen |
Education Bursary
Phone Number: 403-854-4433
Address: 202 1st Street West
In 2007, the Town of Hanna received a bequest from the estate of Mrs. Freda Geuder to establish and award a bursary fund to be known as the Fred & Freda Geuder Education Bursary for the benefit of Hanna & District students attending Post-Secondary Educational Institutions. The bursary is to be awarded to students based on need and academic standing.
Mr. and Mrs. Geuder were long time residents of Hanna. Mr Geuder was a businessman, owning Geuder Electric. Mrs. Geuder was a teacher and active in the community. She served as a member of Council for the Town of Hanna from 1974 to 1980.
Since 2007, the committee has awarded bursaries in the amount of $1,500 each. The recipients have attended schools in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge, and Medicine Hat. The chosen fields of study have included education, health sciences, commerce, chemical engineering, computer engineering, dental assisting, kinesiology, new media production, pharmacy, nursing & fine arts.
Recent marks are to be included in all applications. The Committee members encourage all students to apply, even if they have submitted an application in previous years however, students are only eligible to receive the bursary once. The application can be downloaded from the link or from the Forms section of this website and are due on or before Sept 1 annually.
Recipients
2024 Recipients
| Delaine Beaudoin | Red Deer Polytechnic Bachelor of Science, Nursing |
| Devan Boos | Emergency Services Academy, Primary Care Paramedic |
| Zachary Stanger | Grant MacEwean University Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology |
2023 Recipients
| Kennedy MacKinnon | Red Deer Polytechnic Bachelor of Science, Nursing. |
| Veronica Pedersen | Red Deer Polytechnic Bachelor of Science, Nursing |
| Madison Pitman | Medicine Hat College Bachelor of Science, Nursing |
2022 Recipients
| Sarah Palmer | Bachelor of Education: Elementary Education |
| Ally Smyth | Health Sciences: Nursing |
| Christina Rowden | Bachelor of Elementary Education: Fine Arts/General |
2021 Recipients
| Janay Hein | Bachelor of Education: Elementary Education |
| Kyran McGillion | Bachelor of Arts: Intercultural Studies |
| Haley Nelson | Bachelor of Education: Elementary Education |
2020 Recipients
| Jaycee Beaudoin | School of Health Sciences: Pharmacy Technician |
| Lexie Knievel | Bachelor of Science: Psychology |
| Reegan Kobberstad | Health & Life Sciences: Laboratory & X-Ray Technician |
2019 Recipients
| Sharanne LaClaire | University of Lethbridge, Bachelor of Science in Nursing |
| Tyson Sabey | Medicine Hat College, Bachelor of Nursing |
| Lindsey Voltner | University of Alberta-Augustana, Bachelor of Science |
2018 Recipients
| Brooke Hensel | University of Lethbridge – Bachelor of Therapeutic Recreation |
| Jordan Moench | Lakehead University – Bachelor of Science in Nursing |
| Kaitlin Wallace | University of Lethbridge – Bachelor of Education |
2017 Recipients
| Chelsea Knievel | Grant MacEwan University, Emergency Communications and Response Certificate |
| Madison LaClaire | University of Lethbridge, Faculty of History & Education |
| Brenna McGillion | Medicine Hat College, Occupational/Physical Therapist Diploma |
2016 Recipients
| Scott Hunter | University of Lethbridge, Bachelor of Arts |
| Lacey Rose | University of Alberta, Bachelor of Science-Kinesiology |
| Neala-Rae Veno | Mount Royal University, Bachelor of Business Administration |
2015 Recipients
| Lindsey Crowle | University of Waterloo, Doctor of Optometry |
| Taylor Grantham | University of Lethbridge, Bachelor of Finance |
| Cassidy Griffith | University of Lethbridge, Bachelor of Science |
2014 Recipients
| Kelly Armstrong | SAIT, New Media Production & Design |
| Delaine Carl | Norquest College, Licensed Practical Nurse |
| James Frobb | University of Alberta, Bachelor of Science – Pharmacy |
2013 Recipients
| Celine Amundrud | University of Alberta – Augustana, Bachelor of Arts – Psychology |
| Courtney Griffith | Medicine Hat College, Bachelor of Science – Nursing |
| Jaiden Henry | University of Saskatchewan, Bachelor of Arts – Regional and Urban Planning |
2012 Recipients
| Tim Armstrong | University of Lethbridge, Bachelor of Fine Arts |
| Kari Kautz | University of Alberta, Bachelor of Education |
| Dalyn Stevenson | University of Alberta, Bachelor of Commerce |
2011 Recipients
| Kathleen Greenway | Grant MacEwan University-Physical Education |
| McKenzie Hart | SAIT – Dental Assisting Certificate |
| Natasha Smith | Red Deer College – Practical Nursing |
2010 Recipients
| Andrea Buchfink | University of Alberta, Chemical Engineering |
| Micheala Durand | Medicine Hat College, Kinesiology |
| Shelby Ross | University of Lethbridge, Education |
2009 Recipients
| Dustin Carl | NAIT, Computer Engineering |
| Adam Deadlock | University of Calgary, Haskayne School of Business – Finance |
| Heather Standing | Red Deer College, Biology |
2008 Recipients
| Jaclyn Buchfink | University of Calgary, Health Sciences |
| Bryan Frobb | University of Alberta, Biology |
| Megan Quaschnick | Medicine Hat College, Nursing |
2007 Recipients
| Ashley Cheney | Medicine Hat College, Health Sciences |
| Heather Corry | University of Alberta, Education |
| Gina Sprinkhuysen | University of Lethbridge, Arts & Sciences |
Financial Assistance for Organizations
The Town of Hanna has been providing financial assistance to local not-for-profit organizations since 1986 through the Community Services Board Grant Program. This allows organizations to provide programs or special events that enhance the community. Council provides an annual budget to be granted to eligible recipients through an application process.
Funding criteria and requirements are established by the Community Services Board and can be found in the application guidelines.
2021 Recipients
- Hanna Municipal Library $500 for special programs
- Hanna Seals Swim Club $1,000 for computer purchase
- Kiddies Korner Playschool $1,500 for educational blocks.
2019 Recipients
- Hanna Dance Association to assist with the cost of flooring for two studios.
2017 Recipients
- Citizens on Patrol to assist with mileage costs for volunteers
- Hanna Seals Swim Club to assist with the purchase of lane ropes
2015 Recipients
- Hanna Community School Enhancement Society for planters
- Hanna Seals Swim Club to assist with the purchase of a computer
- Alberta Pioneers of Hanna and District for ceiling renovation
2013 Recipients
- JC Charyk Self Esteem Program
- Kiddies Korner Playschool
- Colour Festival
2022 Recipients
- Legion-Hanna Branch $1000 to assist with the purchase of computer equipment.
- Hanna Seals Swim Club $500 to purchase training goggles.
- Hanna Lacrosse $1000 for program startup costs.
- Hanna Dance Assoc. $500 to assist with the purchase of ballet barres.
2020 Recipients
- Hanna Municipal Library to assist with program expansion
- Hanna Seals Swim Club for equipment purchase
- Historical Society (Museum) for special programs
2018 Recipients
- Hanna Municipal Library to assist with sound system, craft supplies, and program support.
2016 Recipients
- Front Row Centre for Seed Funding for the 2017 season
- Hanna Seals Swim Club to assist with the purchase of a computer
- Hanna & District Community Band to assist with the purchase of music
- Hanna Figure Skating Club assist with coaching costs of a new school program
2014 Recipients
- Hanna Curling Club for Jr. Curling
- Hanna Seals Swim Club for equipment
Free Event Promotion
Are you a volunteer, trying to let people know about your event or community activity? Let the Town Office know and we can help you get the word out!
As a service to Hanna & area residents and visitors, your community event can be included in the community event calendar at no cost. This online calendar includes Hanna events as well as the outlying rural areas and is used regularly by the following media partners:
- Drumheller FM Radio
- ECA Review
- Harvest Sky Regional Economic Development
- The Coffee Break
- Travel Alberta
- TV Screen Kiosks (in public facilities & medical clinic)
- hanna.ca/events Community Calendar.
It's easy. Email or drop off your event information or even easier, submit your information and poster electronically here: Submit Your Community Event
Hosting Grant
If your local group or organization is hosting a provincial or national event within the Town of Hanna, you may qualify for the Town’s Hosting Grant. This will be provided in the form of a “gift-in-kind” to a maximum of $1,000 toward the rent of town-owned facilities. Money is not provided directly to the organization.
KidSport Hanna
KidSport is a national not-for-profit organization that provides financial assistance for registration fees and equipment to kids aged 18 and under. Through a confidential application process, we provide grants so they can play a season of sport. Nationally, KidSport is comprised of a network of 178 community KidSport chapters. Since its creation in 1993, over 450,000 kids in Canada have been given the chance to play sport through KidSport grants and sport introduction programming.
Fact
KidSport Hanna from 1998-2021:
- 311 youth
- $50,875
Memorial Benches
If you wish to donate a memorial park bench in the cemetery or park there are some guidelines to make your decisions easier. Park benches may recognize the life of a loved one or celebrate an event in the community.
The donation required to purchase either style of bench is $2,300 which includes the bench, freight, and installation. Delivery is approximately 4 weeks although in recent years, it has taken much longer. The engraving on the plaque is the responsibility of the donor. The Town of Hanna is pleased to provide maintenance and repairs to the commemorative bench for at least 15 years, however, if the bench falls into disrepair or becomes a safety hazard after 15 years, it may be removed from service. These benches have a five-year manufacturer’s warranty and because they are commercial grade, it is expected that the lifespan of the bench will exceed 15 years. The Town of Hanna has several of these products in the parks and green spaces and has found that they are durable and long-lasting.
There is one style – courtyard style with perforated pattern – and six different colors available, however, to maintain symmetry the location of the bench will determine the color permitted. Each bench will be secured on a concrete pad to prevent them from being moved once they are placed. They are high-quality powder-coated metal with plastisol covering. They are 6′ in length with arms on each end of the bench and include a 4″ x 6″ brushed stainless steel memorial plaque in the center of the backrest.
Mayor Chris Warwick enjoys a new bench, donated by Hanna Young Lions, represented by Leslie Storch.
Commemorative Bench Policy
Policy 2024-02: Approved Nov. 12, 2024, the Commemorative Bench Policy outlines the method and includes the form and information for requesting a memorial bench.
Funding for Youth Programs
Funded through donations from locals, the Hanna Community Youth Fund provides financial support so young people can participate in sport or culture when their families cannot cover the entire cost. Funding generally covers activities not covered by KidSport.
Funding is sent directly to the organization on behalf of the youth. There is a stipulation that should the youth not participate in their program – the funds are to be returned to assist others.
Funding is provided through generous donations, mostly local.
Fact
2005-2021:
- 147 youth
-
57 programs
- $33,964
Community Youth Fund Application
Financial assistance for youth programs such as Dance, Computer Camps, Youth Camps, Music Lessons, Theatre and more.
Community Youth Fund Donations
Donations to this locally funded and managed resource are always welcome.