Special Areas No. 3 has a distinctive history that has created a strong foundation for growth and sustainability of the region.  A supportive municipal government encourages innovative ideas to enhance and maintain a quality of life for all residents of the area. 
Special Areas No. 3 is:

• Supporting and facilitating the creation of wireless high-speed internet network available throughout the region.
• A member of SAMDA Economic Partnership which works in conjunction with the MD of Acadia No. 34, Village of Empress, Village of Cereal, and Town of Oyen to promote economic development for all of its members.
• A member of the Canadian Badlands Ltd. and Alberta’s Special Area.
• a member of the Henry Kroeger Regional Water Services Commission.

Special Area No. 3 is located in East Central Alberta and is governed by the Special Areas Board.  This rural municipality surrounds the communities of Oyen, Cereal, New Brigden, Sedalia, Sibbald and Youngstown. 

This unique municipality is located within the SAMDA (Special Areas and MD of Acadia No. 34) region and shares governance with Special Area No. 2 and Special Area No. 4.