Fort Saskatchewan’s flock of 50 sheep is back in action, officially launching the 2025 grazing season. From now through August 30, the sheep will graze city parkland around the Fort Heritage Precinct, maintaining green spaces the natural way.
The city’s sheep-grazing program, a fixture since the early 1990s, blends heritage, sustainability, and public engagement. The animals graze Thursdays through Sundays and are guided by costumed shepherds and a trained sheepdog, offering a live nod to Fort Saskatchewan’s agricultural history.
The program not only draws visitors but also reduces the city’s reliance on gas-powered maintenance equipment—making it both a tourist favourite and an environmental asset.
To mark their return, the Legacy Park Family Festival was held June 7, capped by a Sheep Parade from Legacy Park to the Fort Heritage Precinct. Attendees enjoyed food trucks, chalk art, and live entertainment, but the sheep were the clear stars.
The grazing season will close with the annual Sheep Leaving Parade on August 30. Until then, residents can catch the flock in action all summer long—doing what they do best: keeping Fort Saskatchewan green and grounded in tradition.
