The Town of Drumheller is calling a Special Meeting of Council on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 4:00 PM to address the unexpected announcement that the Drumheller & District Chamber of Commerce will be decommissioning Tyra, the World’s Largest Dinosaur (WLD)—one of the community’s most beloved landmarks.

The Chamber has notified the Town that its lease on the building will conclude in December 2029 and has indicated it will not seek renewal. Under the lease agreement, the Chamber is the sole owner of the WLD and is responsible for its construction, maintenance, operations, and any future decisions regarding its decommissioning.

“This news came as a shock, as the Town was not made aware of this decision until it was publicly announced last night at the Chamber of Commerce’s Annual General Meeting,” said Mayor Heather Colberg. “Given the significance of the World’s Largest Dinosaur to our community and tourism industry, we will be holding a Special Meeting of Council to discuss the impacts of this decision and explore next steps.”

The Drumheller Valley remains a world-class tourism destination with several tourism attractions that support businesses in the valley. The Town, alongside Travel Drumheller, will continue to promote and support local tourism initiatives, ensuring that the Valley remains a premier attraction for visitors from around the world.

The majority of this meeting will be held in-camera, with a motion coming from Council as a result.