Rural residents near Innisfail, Alberta should get ready for planned power outages on Monday, June 8, 2026. Two maintenance outages have been scheduled by EQUS, the local electricity cooperative, affecting Township 57 along Range Road 01 and Range Road 27. Both outages will run from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM MDT, leaving homes, farms, and businesses without electricity for two hours.
EQUS, Canada’s largest member-owned utility, serves over 12,000 members across 26 municipal districts and counties in rural Alberta. The cooperative uses planned outages to safely perform upgrades and repairs on its distribution system. These outages are part of a broader effort to prevent unexpected power failures and keep the lights on across the region.
The affected areas lie within Red Deer County, a region where agriculture is key. Farms like Edgar Farms, Beck Farms, and The Jungle Farm operate nearby. For those relying on electricity for livestock watering, irrigation, or cooling, a two-hour daytime shutdown can be a challenge. EQUS advises members to check their breakers, have emergency supplies ready, and keep refrigerators and freezers closed until power returns.
Anyone needing to report an outage or get more information can call EQUS at 310.EQUS (310.3787). Details are also posted on the EQUS outages page. The utility, formed in 2013 from the merger of Central Alberta REA and South Alta REA, has powered rural Alberta communities for over 75 years.
The June 8 outages are a reminder of the ongoing work to maintain reliable electricity in the countryside. With smart metering technology, EQUS can spot weak points in its infrastructure and schedule maintenance at times that minimize impact. Residents in Township 57 are urged to plan ahead for the early afternoon interruption.
