Municipality of Taber

ABOUT THE INITIATIVE

The Municipal District of Taber is updating rural addresses within the Hays Block to improve emergency response and public safety. This initiative aligns with Next Generation 911 (NG911) standards set by the National Emergency Number Association (NENA), which help emergency services accurately locate properties during critical situations.

Why this Matters

After a thorough review, 109 addresses in the Hays Block were identified as being impacted by the NENA standards. These addresses will be reissued to comply with the updated requirements. This change will:

• Enhance emergency response times
• Improve accuracy and consistency in location data
• Support future upgrades to 911 services

WHAT TO EXPECT

Phase 1: October 1, 2025 – November 30, 2025 

• Emergency Services receive updated address information in advance. 
• Notices are sent to landowners and utility companies regarding the upcoming changes.

Phase 2: December 1, 2025 – February 28, 2026 

• Old addresses begin to be phased out in the MD’s taxation system. 
• Emergency Services will recognize both old and new addresses during this transition. 
• Rural Address Signs (Blue Signs) will begin to be replaced.

Phase 3: After February 28, 2026 

• Only new addresses will be recognized in the MD’s taxation system. 
• Emergency Services will use new addresses exclusively. 
• Full replacement of all old Rural Address Signs (Blue Signs) will be completed.

Please note

Street signs will remain unchanged, and the Hamlet of Hays is not affected by this update. For full details on how addresses are being updated, please refer to our Municipal Addressing Guidelines.

DO I NEED TO TAKE ACTION?

Yes. While the MD of Taber is coordinating with key service providers to minimize disruption—including notifying Canada Post, utility companies, and emergency services—landowners are encouraged to take proactive steps.

STEP 1: Confirm Utility Contact

• Check if your utility provider is listed below as one that has been contacted by the MD of Taber.
• Speak directly with your utility representatives to confirm.
• If you are a service provider, please reach out to the MD of Taber to inquire about the Hays Block Re-addressing initiative.

Utility Companies Contacted by the MD of Taber:

• ATCO Gas
• EQUS
• Canada Post
• Bow River Irrigation District
• FortisAlberta
• Telus
• Bow River Gas Co-op
• St. Mary River Irrigation District
• Alberta SuperNet

STEP 2: Verify Your Service Address

• Contact your utility companies to confirm your service address (note: this is different from your mailing address). 
• Ensure that your service address matches your new address, effective February 28th.

Please note

Private companies and agencies may update their records at different intervals. While the Municipal District of Taber has made every effort to notify these organizations, it is ultimately the landowner’s responsibility to follow up if their service address has not been updated.

STEP 3: Update Your Personal Records

• Update any documents that use your home address, such as:
  • Driver’s license and vehicle registration
  • Banking and financial institutions
  • Insurance policies
  • Any other official records

Here is an additional list of agencies you may wish to contact for consideration:

• Electricity and Natural Gas Providers
• Water and Wastewater Services
• Telecommunications and Internet Providers (e.g., Shaw, Bell)
• Alberta Land Titles Office
• Insurance Companies
• Financial Institutions (e.g., banks, credit unions)
• Legal Representatives (e.g., lawyers, notaries)
• Licensing and Registry Services

We appreciate your cooperation as we work to improve safety and service delivery across our community.

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