A central Alberta town could be on its way to snagging city status, with elected officials looking into it in the New Year.

Sylvan Lake councillors will soon vote on whether or not the town should pursue the prospect of gaining city status.

A motion was filed by a town councillor at a regular council meeting earlier this week, asking administration to prepare a report outlining the process, requirements, and financial implications for the Town of Sylvan Lake to pursue such a status.

The motion also asks for administration to provide recommendations for any next steps.

The matter will be further looked into come the New Year, with the next regular council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026.

Sylvan Lake had a population of 17,477 in 2024, with the population increasing 2.24 per

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