Dear Irrigators,
Please be advised that the last day for water deliveries in the St. Mary River Irrigation District will be THURSDAY October 09, 2025.
Please ensure you have filled your dugouts before this date and ensure you have checked your valves/works are shut off prior to the start of the 2026 water season
Please also be reminded of the following approaching Deadlines:
Postal Strike:
We understand the ongoing Canada Post strike may cause inconveniences for Irrigators and customers. We appreciate your patience as we navigate this together.
Billing and Accounts Receivables:
Due to the ongoing postal strike, paper bills will NOT be mailed and payment deadlines remain the same.
2025 Deadlines:
Payments for Irrigation rates (permanent acres) and Leases are due by December 31, 2025.
| Invoice | Invoice Issued | Due By |
|---|---|---|
| Water Conveyance | December 31, 2025 | February 28, 2026 |
| Bow Island Lateral 12 | January, 2026 | February 28, 2026 |
| Household purposes Agreements (HPAs) | January, 2026 | February 28, 2026 |
| Reservoir Access Permits | January, 2026 | February 28, 2026 |
Keep your account up-to-date by:
- Calling or emailing us for your balance
- Visiting our Bow Island, Taber, or Lethbridge offices to pay your bill in-person.
- Ensuring we have your email on file so we can send your bill VIA email during the postal strike:
- To update this information, Email cmcmillan@smrid.com or call 403-328-4401.
Thank you for your patience.
St. Mary River Irrigation District