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WelCoMe to FlagstaFF! The Flagstaff Region covers nearly one million acres, and has an extremely rich and diverse landscape. About 87 per cent of the Region’s land is under agriculture production. The area economy thrives on its agricultural base and energy sector. The population of the Region is comprised of 8,304 people. Gone are the traffic jams, smog, and many pressures associated with urban life. These are replaced by clean, fresh scent of newly cut hay, the deep rumble of a passing train, or the ability to breathe deep and see the vast blue sky.
Location and Proximity to major centres
Ten urban communities within our Region create an area that boasts an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, friendly people, and a quiet rural lifestyle. Each has something special to offer residents and visitors. Are you seeking a place where you can raise your family, buy a house, and have your own business? Then the Flagstaff Region, in East Central Alberta, is the place you want to call home. There is space and room to grow here.
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The Flagstaff Region is ideal for those seeking rural lifestyle close to urban amenities. The Region is within easy driving distance from major retail centres such as Camrose, Wainwright, Edmonton, Red Deer, and Calgary. • Camrose 75 km • Wainwright 115 km • Edmonton 150 km • Red Deer 200 km • Calgary 325 km
Did You Know? The Flagstaff Region is largely an agricultural area, and much of the land is actively used for producing crops and livestock.
The Flagstaff Region
Moving HeRe Real Estate Agents
Seniors Rentals
Century 21 Candor Realty Ltd. 4908 - 51 Street, Stettler
403-742-4424
Coldwell Banker Battle River Realty
4802 - 49 Street, Camrose
780-672-7761
Jeff Golka Re/Max (Hardisty) Rivercity
#301, 10171 Saskatchewan Drive, Edmonton
780-888-4030
Linview Realty Inc.
113 Central Avenue, Linden
TF: 888-546-3070
Realty Executives Diamond Sales
4916 - 52 Avenue, Hardisty
780-888-2355
Royal LePage Rose Country Realty Ltd.
1 - 6223 48 Avenue, Camrose
780-672-8835
S. James Agencies (Killam) Ltd. RE/MAX
5012 - 50 Street, Killam
780-385-3654 TF: 888-385-3654
Big Knife Lodge: (part of Big Knife Villa) There are 21 single rooms, cooking and home care provided for lodge living. 4410 - 47 Street, Forestburg 780-582-3564 Providence Place
Seniors Independent Living
Apartments Parkview Manor
4816 - 53 Street, Killam
Both assisted living accommodations and self-contained housing. There are 16 assisted living suites, 64 self-contained life lease suites, home care, housekeeping and meals available if desired. 6120 - 51 Avenue, Daysland 780-374-2527
780-458-3771
Sedgewick Apartments
4914 - 50 Street, Sedgewick
780-384-3917
Spruceview Apartments
5102 - 50 Avenue, Sedgewick 587-797-1317
Sunflower Suites
4927 - 55 Street, Killam
Contact Flagstaff Regional Housing Group at 780-582-0007 for information on: Alliance
EO Lysne Manor
(6 units)
Daysland
West Side Manor
(20 units)
Forestburg
Big Knife Villa
(10 units)
Galahad
Wheatland Manor
(4 units)
Hardisty
Parkland Manor
(26 units)
Killam
Manitou Manor
(16 units)
Lougheed
Frontier Manor
(6 units)
Verdant Valley Villa
(4 units)
Wavy Lake Manor
(4 units)
780-582-2133 Strome
Did You Know? Applying for a Post Office Box When moving into the Flagstaff Region, you may apply for a post office box at the post office in your community.
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HistoRy History Timeline: •
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Over the last century, the name and municipal boundaries of Flagstaff Region have shifted numerous times. The Municipal District of Flagstaff was first incorporated in December of 1912, with the first Council meeting held in January 1913 in the Village of Lougheed. In 1943, the Minister of Municipal Affairs issued an order that saw the formation of the enlarged Municipal District of Killam, whose name was changed back to Flagstaff the following year. The Municipal District of Flagstaff became the County of Flagstaff No. 29 in 1968, and in 1998 the County underwent its final formation, dropping its numeric appendage and becoming simply Flagstaff County.
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1754 – Anthony Henday is the first explorer to pass through this region in the fall of 1754. He crossed over Flagstaff Hill and continued to follow the Battle River west. 1858 – Palliser Expedition crossed the Battle River and proceeded to the landmark known as “Treaty Hill”. Palliser would later describe this part of the West as uninhabitable and questioned the productivity of the land. Late 1800s – Canadian Government begins an aggressive campaign to attract farmers to Western Canada. 1898-1910 – Majority of the settlers that came to the Flagstaff Region arrived between 1898–1910. 1912 – Rural Municipal Districts were incorporated by special charter, and on December 9, 1912 the Rural Municipality of Flagstaff 394 was formed. 1914 – October 29, R.M. of Flagstaff No. 394 was renumbered to No. 364 1944 – January 1, the Municipal District of Killam was formed by merger of the Rural Municipalities of Flagstaff No. 364, Asquith No. 394, Wheatland No. 395, Kinsella No. 424, and Sterling No. 425. 1998 – January 28, County of Flagstaff No. 29 renamed Flagstaff County.
The Battle River borders the southern portion of the Region. The River eventually winds its way to the northeast, passing by beautiful country which provides for tall hills that have been used as landmarks ever since the first inhabitants. The tallest point is known as Treaty Hill. The Cree had named it “Flag Hanging Hill”, which is the origin of the current name “Flagstaff.” Legend has it that Treaty Hill was a gathering place for the First Nation. And that this was where Bishop Grandin met the Blackfoot and Cree, and forged peace between them. The Flagstaff Region was also home to the Iron Creek Meteorite, known as “Manitou Stone.” This meteorite was located on a hilltop near Iron Creek. Early explorers noted that the meteorite had great significance for Natives in the region. The meteorite was removed sometime prior to 1869 by Methodist missionaries, and placed at the Fort Victoria Mission. In the 1880s, the Manitou Stone was removed to Victoria University and then it was moved to the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto. It is now housed in the Royal Alberta Museum in Edmonton. The Flagstaff Region has an extremely rich and diverse landscape which is characterized by level to gently undulating topography throughout the majority of the municipality which provides high potential for many outdoor recreation pursuits. 6
Did You Know? The urban communities formed along the rail lines and were established so the furthest outlying farms could easily transport their grain with horse drawn wagon to the rail depot and return home in a day. The Flagstaff Region
MuniCipal seRviCes Waste Disposal and Landfill Operations
Local Government Flagstaff County Toll Free
780-384-4100 877-387-4100
www.flagstaff.ab.ca
The service provider for the Region is Flagstaff Regional Solid Waste Management Association. Flagstaff Region has 10 transfer sites and one landfill for rural residents to use. For more information, visit www.frswma.com or call 780-384-3950.
www.villageofalliance.ca www.daysland.ca www.forestburg.ca www.villageofgalahad.ca www.hardistry.ca www.villageofheisler.ca www.town.killam.ab.ca www.villageoflougheed.com www.sedgewick.ca www.villageofstrome.com
Flagstaff Region Community Postal Codes:
Urban Communities Alliance Daysland Forestburg Galahad Hardisty Heisler Killam Lougheed Sedgewick Strome
780-879-3911 780-374-3767 780-582-3668 780-583-3741 780-888-3623 780-889-3774 780-385-3977 780-386-3970 780-384-3504 780-376-3558
Member of Legislative Assembly The Flagstaff Region is located in the Battle River – Wainwright Riding. To find who the current Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) is go to: www.assembly.ab.ca, then click on “Members of the Legislative Assembly.” You can email your MLA at battleriver.wainwright@assembly.ab.ca Member of Parliament The Flagstaff Region is in the Vegreville – Wainwright Constituency. To find who the current Member of Parliament (MP) is visit: www.parl.gc.ca, then put in your constituency name.
Alliance Daysland Forestburg Galahad Hardisty Heisler Killam Lougheed Sedgewick Strome
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Did You Know? The Flagstaff Region has a network of 1,527 miles of maintained roads. There are 10 summer and 10 winter maintenance areas; each area is maintained by one grader. Each grader has 120-160 miles of road to maintain.
Utilities The Alberta Government provides a website with information to assist consumers to choose the appropriate provider for their residence or business. To learn more about electrical or natural gas providers visit: www.ucahelps.gov.ab.ca For information about utilities in your community, contact the municipal office for the companies that service that community. Electricity EPCOR (Regulated): 310-4300 www.epcor.ca Direct Energy: 403-266-6393 www.directenergy.com Rural Electrification Associations deliver electricity to members. The Local REAs are Sterling and Battle River: www.afrea.ab.ca Natural Gas Ankerton Gas Co-op Phoenix Gas Co-op Iron Creek Gas Co-op ATCO Gas
780-373-3773 780-842-4653 780-384-3762 310-5678
www.phxgroup.ca www.atcogas.com
Water Most water services provided in the rural area are independent ground water well systems. Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development Department has the Rural Water Quality Information Tool. This online tool can be used to assess quality and suitability of water sources. For more information, visit www.agric.gov.ab.ca, then go to Decision Making Tools. Community Guide
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CoMMunities in FlagstaFF The Flagstaff Region has become known as the “Community of communities” for the ten urban communities that help create this Region. Here is a snapshot of the ten urban communities of the Flagstaff Region. Alliance is a quaint, yet vibrant, community that perches atop the hills near the scenic Battle River Valley, situated just off Highway 36 on Secondary Highway 602. This community has a longstanding economic base in agriculture and is a major rail shipping point for grain to world markets. Since the early 1990s, the energy industry has added substantially to the area's economic diversity.
Village of Alliance www.villageofalliance.ca
Alliance is central to a vast array of wild animals, birds, and natural scenery. This picturesque community is ideal for families, retirees, artists, and tourists. Enjoy the parks, heritage trees, and buildings, large sports grounds with camping area, and walking paths. In the winter, enjoy skiing or snowboarding at the nearby Valley Ski Hill or skate in the arena. The Village is the starting point of the Battle River Railway, which offers train rides in vintage passenger car throughout the year. Alliance boasts numerous businesses on Main Street that provide products and services to the community and area. Should you be interested in relocating to Alliance there are residential lots available for development. Contact the Village office for more information, 780-879-3911.
Galahad represents the Village of Galahad grace and beauty of Alberta’s www.villageofgalahad.ca heartland. Situated just north of the beautiful Battle River Valley it is centred between Killam and Castor on Highways 861 and 36. The community is graced with the riches of the soil and a wealth of resources, with vibrant oil, coal mining, and electrical power production. Galahad enjoys a trading area with traditional roots in agriculture and the promise of growth in a diversified economic base. The Village of Galahad lies directly in the flight path of many migratory bird species and is a haven for duck and goose hunting. Many coulees and sheltering brush provide excellent location for big game hunting with abundant deer and moose. People have always been Galahad's primary resource. The Village exemplifies the Alberta tradition of warmth and hospitality. Social, cultural, and recreational opportunities mix well with the many services. Galahad has a 20-bed long-term care facility that was built in 1990. The Agriplex offers a library, a family bowling centre, and a fully serviced community event centre. The Community also owns their own natural gas system and cable company which supplies high speed internet. If your job takes you away from home, Galahad's quiet and peaceful setting is a perfect place to have your family reside. When looking for a place to relocate your family, consider the Village of Galahad, where residential lots are available for development. Contact the Village office for more information, 780-583-3741.
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In 1905, the rich farmland of the area around the Village of Forestburg was settled by British, Scandinavian, and German homesteaders. Forestburg is located approximately 80 km southeast of Camrose, at the junction of Highway 53 and Secondary Highway 856. The scenic Battle River Valley is only 20 km south and offers both a unique natural setting and varied recreational opportunities. Coal mining has been a part of the area almost as long as agriculture. Today agriculture, coal mining, oil and gas, and power generation form the basis of Forestburg's economy.
Village of Forestburg www.forestburg.ca
This community of approximately 880 people shows true “pride of ownership”. Small town values of caring and working together abound (no small town could exist without the many volunteers!) Forestburg has been an active member of both the National and Provincial Communities in Bloom program and has received national awards for their size category in 1999 and again in 2010. They have also received numerous awards at the Provincial level and have also been recognized at the International level. In recent years, new homes have been built in their west subdivision, and industrial shops started. Proximity to Highways 53, 13, and 36 provides excellent transportation routes. Forestburg Public School offers an excellent curriculum for Grades K-12. The Village has excellent recreation facilities including a multi-purpose
arena, outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, ball diamonds, soccer fields, an indoor riding arena, and a 9-hole golf course. There are residential lots available in the Village. Contact the Village office for more information, 780-582-3668. The Village of Heisler is Village of Heisler named after Martin Heisler www.villageofheisler.ca Sr., a pioneer who settled here and then provided the land for the new community. Heisler has a lot to offer its residents, including an Alberta Treasury Branch Agency, the Cozy Corner Seniors Residence, Canada Post, a Catholic Church, Seniors Centre, a hotel B&B, a general store with butcher shop, two garages with mechanics, a welding shop, a library, village office, public works building, and a volunteer fire department. Heisler is very famous for its love of baseball. In June 2007 the community decided to commemorate the sport and the individuals who have carried on in making Heisler a strong baseball community. A local artist designed and built the largest baseball glove in Canada. It was placed adjacent to the baseball fields. At the sports grounds, located in Irene Parlby Park, there is a large concession booth with kitchen facilities which is available to rent, a great playground, washroom facilities, and ten serviced camp sites. The Recreation Centre has a skating rink, four lanes of 5-pin bowling including neon bowling, several rooms for community groups to meet that are available to rent, and a fenced basketball court. Heisler is very proud of their Community Centre which is available for rent for a variety of events. Heisler has several residential, commercial, and industrial lots for sale. It is a great place to set up shop and put down roots. Contact the Village office for more information, 780-889-3774.
The Village of Lougheed was Village of Lougheed incorporated in 1911. The www.villageoflougheed.com community is located on the south side of Highway 13 and aligns with the Canadian Pacific Rail Line. Lougheed is home to numerous businesses that provide products and services to the community and area including Haus Falkenstein at Lougheed Hotel which offers the largest choice of fresh pan-fried Schnitzel commercially available in the world. With a population of approximately 273 and growing, this vibrant village is awaiting you to come and visit or establish a business of choice.
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For residents and visitors alike, the Village has something to offer in all seasons. The community is proud of the camping and picnic locations, trout pond, horseshoe pits, model air craft field, museum, and four baseball diamonds. During the winter, the “hub of activity" is at the arena and curling rink “home of Olympic Champion” – Kevin Martin. In the summer, you can enjoy playing horseshoes, ball (ladies, men’s, mixed, and minor). The Lougheed Agricultural Society has successfully hosted their Annual Fair in August for over 60 years. This Fair consists of a bench show, horse show, cattle show, and activities for everyone to partake in. Over the years, community volunteers and groups have rallied to offer programs and events to attract people of all ages. The Lougheed Community Hall offers a place to book your wedding, meeting, family reunion, or funeral. The Lougheed Community Society Board also offers dance lessons, yoga lessons, fall suppers, and other special occasion events for you and your family to enjoy. The arena, known as the Lougheed Field House, has a gym, and it is used year round for various indoor sports and events.
In 1904, settlers began to Village of Strome flock to the Strome area from www.villageofstrome.com around the world, enticed by the prospect of ‘free’ land. Strome became the hub of the wheel, with spokes leading out to the surrounding district. Strome is a small but active community situated on Highway 13 that provides services to the Village residents and the rural residents in the large surrounding farming area. Excellent recreational facilities in Strome include a curling rink, outdoor skating rink, ball diamonds, a playground, and a Community Hall. These facilities are available for use for a variety of functions and events for groups and families alike. The Strome Drop-In Centre on Main Street is a favourite seniors' meeting place, and is well utilized for celebrations, card parties, floor curling, lunches, and pot-luck gatherings. When visiting Strome, you are encouraged to make time to stop in at the Sodbusters Archives Museum to "relive the memories." During the summer months, the museum runs a Kids Program to introduce youth to history in a fun and interactive way. Thanks to the residents and their pioneer spirit, it is one of the best museums in the area. Just north of the Village is Wavy Lake, a favourite feeding stop for geese and ducks and a choice area for hunters in the fall. If you are looking to relocate, consider Strome. Residential lots are available for development; contact the Village office for more information, 780-376-3558.
Lougheed is home to the largest population of 'Mexican Mennonites’ in the Flagstaff Region. To accommodate this population as they deal with their new Canadian home, the citizens of Lougheed have initiated events and enterprises to ensure a smooth transition to their new chosen home. Lougheed has room to grow. They have both residential and commercial lots available for development. Visit the Village website to find out more. Or you may be interested in purchasing an existing business, or relocating to commercial buildings available here. Contact the Village office to discover all Lougheed, “The Friendly Village”, has to offer, 780-386-3970.
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In 1904, Edgerton Day purchased 12 townships (276,480 acres) of the "Kentucky Blue Grass Region of the West", from the CPR for $750,000. This land included the present day sites of Daysland, Strome, and Killam. Daysland is a beautiful small town with many enjoyable opportunities for family and friends.
Town of Daysland www.daysland.ca
Quiet streets are lined with stately trees, and open air spaces, a 9-hole golf course, beautiful parks, and the scenic "Crocus Trail" walking path are enjoyed by residents. Daysland has lots to offer for such a small Town. If they do not have the service you need, it is close to major centres including Camrose, Red Deer, and Edmonton. Daysland's cultural life is one of the major attractions for current residents. Their facilities, for hosting cultural events include the Palace Theatre, the Senior Drop-In Centre, Community Hall, Daysland School, and the Public Library. The Town has many groups dedicated, on a volunteer basis, to enriching the community with a variety of cultural activities. Some of these include: the community theatre organization, a historical society, the agricultural society, and various religious organizations. Daysland is proud of the restoration of the historic Palace Theatre which is now providing weekly and monthly entertainment in cinema, theatre, musicals, and visual art. The works of many Alberta and Canadian artists are being invited to perform in this public space where many residents can enjoy them.
Daysland has a K-12 school, sports teams including hockey and baseball, a theatre which offers kids movies, as well as two playgrounds. Local medical services include Daysland Health Centre, which is a 26bed active treatment hospital, the Daysland Medical Centre, a full-time ambulance service, and a resident dentist. Daysland is a member of the Flagstaff Family and Community Support Services that provides counselling and Nights Alive Youth Program. The Town of Daysland's services and businesses currently engage up to 100 volunteers in a wide variety of volunteer opportunities. The leadership of their Town Council strives to provide a challenging and dynamic business environment in order to attract and retain the best people. These businesses are critical to the Town of Daysland being able to achieve its mandate to its community. There is room to grow in Daysland with fully serviced residential lots available for purchase. Contact the Town office for more information, 780-374-3767. Killam is a thriving, vibrant town located within the Flagstaff Region, at the intersection of Highways 36 and 13. Killam is a quiet municipality with welcoming residents that are committed to their community.
Town of Killam www.town.killam.ab.ca
Amenities include a hospital, public school for Grades K-9, RCMP detachment, and a strong retail sector. Killam has excellent recreation facilities, including an ice arena, indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, parks, walking trails, a baseball park, a family resource centre complete with indoor playground structure, and much more! Killam is one of the few remaining communities to be serviced by two grain companies. Killam has two farm implement dealerships and a thriving vehicle dealership. The Co-op shopping centre, the 10,000 sq. ft. drugstore, as well as many other retail businesses attract customers from a wide area. Three doctors, denturist, chiropractor, accountant, lawyer, glass shop, two financial institutions, and many contractors indicate the nature of the business district which generates the regional traffic flow. Killam has a range of sports and community groups for youth such as hockey, baseball from minor to senior levels, an active Guides/Scouts group, 4-H, and more. There are also a number of active adult service clubs, including Lions and Royal Canadian Legion. Killam also has a well-
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The Allan Johnstone School has Grades K-9. The Toddlers Inn Playschool runs a pre-school program for children ages three and four, and plays host to parenting programs throughout the year. Hardisty also boasts many non-profit organizations, such as the Volunteer Fire Department, the Elks #167, The Legion #88, Royal Purple #156, Hospital Auxiliary, Hardisty Ag Society, Hardisty Rodeo Association, and the K - Club. All clubs welcome new members. There is a variety of businesses in the town; automotive service and supplies, oilfield services, restaurants, accommodations, dance studio, groceries, health and beauty aids, medical assistance, Alberta Registries, and hardware provide your everyday needs.
developed sports park, a walking trail, two full-service campgrounds, a hotel, and a motel.
The Hardisty Tank Complex is home to Gibson Energy, Enbridge Pipelines, Flint Hills Resources, Interpipeline, Spectra Energy, Husky Energy, Plains Marketing, Canadian National Resources Ltd., and TransCanada. The USD Group and Railserve offloading site is transporting oil by rail.
Whether you are looking to relocate your family, establish a business, or a developer looking for an investment opportunity, Killam can truly offer "Life Without Compromise". Contact the Town office for more information, 780-385-3977. If you are travelling along Highway 13, stop in and Discover Hardisty, a progressive community located in the scenic Battle River Valley. Rolling hills and farmlands provide excellent habitat for upland birds, whitetail and mule deer, moose, and migrating ducks and geese surround the Town.
Town of Hardisty www.hardisty.ca
Hardisty is a Recreation Paradise which offers a wide variety of activities for young and old alike. Hardisty has its own lake park with sandy beach, playground, 58 campsites (51 with full hook-ups), seven group sites and various amenities. The Lakeview Golf Course is a 9-hole golf course with a licensed clubhouse. Annually, Hardisty hosts the Lakeland Rodeo Association and Wildrose Rodeo Association sanctioned Hardisty Rodeo on the third weekend in July. The Rodeo Weekend includes a street fair, chuck and chariot races, and a combine crunch. Hardisty has three ball diamonds, soccer field, cross-country skiing, hockey, skating and curling rinks, as well as various card playing activities, including an annual bridge tournament. The Hardisty Public Library has a wide variety of lending materials and public computers. The Hardisty Community Hall hosts various evenings of entertainment and is available for rent. The beautiful Battle River runs adjacent to the town. You can spend the day canoeing down the river or watching the wildlife at the riverside campground.
Did You Know? There are numerous community service organizations throughout the Flagstaff Region which offer opportunities for volunteering, mentoring, and giving back? These include such organizations as: • Elks, Royal Purple, Royal Canadian Legion, Lions Clubs, and Masonic Lodges. • 4-H, Girl Guides, Boy Scouts, and other youth groups. • Agricultural Societies, Historical and Museum Societies, as well as other Adult and Senior service clubs. 12
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Hardisty has many opportunities to grow. Hardisty has a new commercial highway subdivision along Highway 13 as well as an industrial subdivision available for development by Battleview Development. If you’re looking to relocate your family, Hardisty has fully serviced residential lots available. Contact the Town office for more details, 780-888-3623. The Town of Sedgewick, named after the Honourable Robert Sedgewick, was one of many towns that sprang up along the railroad. The CPR's arrival brought homesteaders and early settlers to the area. They were lured west by the reports of excellent farmland and with their pioneering spirit, soon built a settlement at the town's current location.
Town of Sedgewick www.sedgewick.ca
Incorporated as a village in 1907, Sedgewick continued to grow and by 1910 was a bustling, modern municipality of over 300 residents. Many of the descendents of these early settlers still call Sedgewick home. In 1966, Sedgewick gained town status. While Sedgewick remains agriculturally based, the oil and gas sector activity in Alberta has impacted the community as it has the rest of the province. Oil and gas production and service contribute significantly to Sedgewick's economy. The town is one of several municipalities in the province to operate its own natural gas service (operated jointly with the Town of Killam). This foresight has provided the residents of the community with inexpensive natural gas rates.
Central High Sedgewick Public School is an integral part of the community offering Grades 1-12 with a private Kindergarten classroom neatly adjoined. Sedgewick continues to grow. On the horizon, a new 35-lot residential subdivision is being planned. Sedgewick is open for business and ready to help you make a new home in their community. Contact the Town office for more information, 780-384-3504.
Recreation plays a big part in the lifestyle of the area. The town boasts a large recreational facility, housing hockey and curling rinks, bowling alley, lacrosse surface, and library as well as ball diamonds, a football field, and a racetrack. Together with the Sedgewick Golf Course, these facilities make Sedgewick a popular sports destination. Sedgewick Lake Park is a popular camping, picnicking, and bird watching destination. The Park has 59 well-manicured sites and an outdoor wading pool. The upcoming spray park will be a nice addition. Their paved trail system is a great added feature connecting recreation opportunities. Along with recreation, arts and culture is flourishing. They have an active theatre group as well and a vibrant art club. Sedgewick Main Street Park highlights the history and future as the town continues to hold music in the park and other community events here.
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Heavy Trades 780-888-7623 780-888-1177 780 888-3610 780-888-2700 780-888-3888 780-888-0004 587-791-0747 780-888-2774 780-888-2855
aUTomoTive / rv / marine 881 Automotive Ltd. Comrades Parts & Accessories Ltd. Dagwood's Auto & Diesel Repair Fancy Shine Auto & Carpet Care Hardisty Bulk Sales Hardisty Esso Local Equipment Rental & Septic Services Scrub The Mud Car Wash
780-888-2221 780-888-2659 780-888-2349 780-384-3087 780-888-3555 780-888-3560 780-888-1444 780-888-5046
BeaUTy Mary Kay Consultant / Brenda Dekock Rustic Stars
780-888-3656 780-888-0008
780-679-0355 780-888-3844
enTerTainmenT DJ Wally/Walbro Enterprise
780-888-2858
family & commUniTy Allan Johnstone School Hardisty Hospital Hardisty Public Library Toddlers Inn Playschool United Church
780-888-3675 780-888-3742 780-888-2505 780-888-2265 780-888-3944
food & BeveraGes Ahn's Commercial Holdings Ltd. Carm's Cakes Close To Home Eng's Restaurant & Lounge Hardisty Fresh Market Hardisty Market, Anne Hackney Just Like Mum's Lakeview Golf Course Pro Shop Lakeview Liquor Store R-Lees Lunch Truck The Leaf
780-888-3857 780-888-2717 780-888-3878 780-888-3577 780-888-3552 780-888-3690 780-888-6500 780-888-2288 780-888-2488 780-785-7080 780-888-2377
HealTH & medicine Gentle Paws Hardisty Community Drugmart Hardisty Healthcare Centre
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Home & Garden Hardisty Laundry Service Maria's Keen On Clean
comPUTers & elecTronics 2nd Floor Computers Bruce A. Johnson
Badger Daylighting Lp 780-875-1640 Battleview Mechanical 780-888-5253 Beetham's Contracting Ltd. 780-888-3693 Bromby Welding 780-888-3693 Castle Concepts Inc. 780-717-6783 CCM Plumbing And Heating Ltd 780-385-1326 Clean Harbors Energy & Industrial Service 780-231-9879 GCS Energy Services Ltd. 780-888-3845 Gibson Energy 780-888-8200 HJ Development & Construction Ltd 403-630-7486 Kellerdenali Construction Let's Get'er Done Enterprises 780-888-2852 Mackinnon Oilfield Maintenance Ltd. 780-888-3683 Mielke Holdings Ltd. Oldtimers Hoe Services 780-888-1407 Premium Lift Systems 780-888-7716 Recon Utility Search N.A. Inc. 780-888-2228 Techmation Electric And Controls 780-888-2575 Triple Nine Contracting 780-888-2467 Weatherford BMW Ltd. 780-888-2467 Western Pacific Enterprises Gp. 780-979-0101
780-888-2424 780-888-3786 780-888-3742
780-888-2448 780-888-1116
Professional services ATB Financial (Hardisty) Brian King Professional Corp. CIBC Development Corporation Encompass Credit Union Fee And Sons Funeral Home Fluent Homes Grizzly Country Hardisty Insurance Services Ltd. Hardisty Safety Re/Max Jeff Golka - Agent Reality Executives - Diamond Sales Superior Safety Codes Inc.
780-888-0000 780-888-2593 780-888-3546 780-888-2883 780-385-3642 1-855-238-4826 780-888-2424 780-888-3738 780-888-7799 780-888-4030 780-888-2355 780-489-4777
services & UTiliTies Beetham's Contracting Ltd Brian's Electric Fox Complete Contracting Inc
780-888-3693 780-888-3535 780-888-7046
sHoPPinG Dream Creations (Laser Engraving) Hardisty Hardware Ltd. One Stitch at a Time Rustic Stars
780-888-2553 780-888-3537 780-888-3513 780-888-0008
sPorTs & recreaTion Hardisty Lakeview Golf Course Hardisty Lake Park TR Dance
780-888-2228 780-888-2700 780-928-0801
TransPorTaTion Road Runner Taxi Service J.Rosiechuk Trucking Jetco Enterprises Inc.
780-888-7732 780-888-1122 780-888-1184
Industrial & Residential Opportunities cominG soon: Highway commercial and light industrial fully serviced subdivision to meet Hardisty’s growing needs. These locations would be perfect for recycling depots, fleet services, automotive and recreational vehicle sales, equipment rentals, gas stations, veterinary clinics, or many other kinds of facilities. Contact our office for more information, at 780-888-3623.
Plenty to see and do... ... and a wealth of opportunity! recreaTion
Hardisty community Hall can seat 430 people with table and chairs. The hall is the perfect venue for weddings, open houses, banquets and much more. Please contact the Town Office for more details, at 780-888-3623
881 outriders 4H multi club, where youth run the show. Contact Theresa 780-888-2774 or Tamara 780-888-2678
The Hardisty arena complex is open from October 1 – March 31 each year. It is home to Hardisty Minor Hockey, Skating Club, Hardisty Longhorns, Hardisty Falcons, Hardisty Stampeders and Hardisty Curling Club
Hardisty ag society has been involved with the operation & capital projects connected to the Hardisty Arena, Hardisty Lake Park, and maintenance of the Hardisty Rodeo Grounds and Ball Diamonds. Email agsociety@hardisty.ca
Hardisty rodeo is an annual event held the 3rd week in July. The weekend features a pancake breakfast, parade, street fair, games, races, beer gardens and dance, which revolves around a two day amateur rodeo, pony chuckwagon, and chariot races, then finishing the weekend with a Combine Crunch. It draws contestants and spectators from all across Canada. The rodeo grounds are also available for various cattle shows and sales and various rodeo events. For more information contact: Marge at 780-888-1424.
for sale: 87x120 serviced lots to build your dream home, with a scenic view of the river valley. See our website at www.hardisty.ca for more information!
Hardisty lake Park is open from May 1 – Sept 30 each year. There are 51 full service sites and 5 powered sites, as well as 20 powered sites in the overflow at the Rodeo Grounds. The Park has a great playground, free firewood for campers, showers and washroom facilities. We have a sandy beach, trailer dump and a large picnic area for visitors. Contact 780-888-2700 or hardistylake@hardisty.ca for info Hardisty lake view Golf club is a 9-hole course, with beautiful mature trees, challenging greens, power cart rentals and a fully licensed clubhouse. Please visit us at hardistygolf.com or give us a call at 780-888-2200 Hardisty minor soccer runs from about Mid-April until MidJune. It is an outdoor, mixed league consisting of age groups U4, U6, U8, U10, U12/14. It is a great way to get kids out and exercising and having fun and learning a team sport at the same time. Contact Jaime hardistygirl@gmail.com or Julie jules.pasztor@gmail.com for any information.
The Hardisty elks support local groups by involving them in the weekly BINGO by having them sell Nevada tickets. The Elks also have helped many local groups who have requested help. Contact Neal at 780-888-3614. Hardisty & district Handi-van society provides transit services to the residents of Hardisty and surrounding district who have special transportation needs. Call the Hardisty Health Centre reception desk at 780-888-3742 to book the van, or after hours call 780-888-3600 or 780-888-3544. Hardisty’s allan Johnstone school has an active School Council and Parent Advisory. School Council gets regular updates from our school administration and Battle River School Division. Grades K-9. Hardisty royal Purple raises funds by working at Casinos and catering different events. We have donated over $31,000.00 back into the community, with over 3600 volunteer hours in less than five years. Hardisty Hospital auxiliary is a group of volunteers who collectively work together to enhance the patient and resident experience at Hardisty Health Centre.
Hardisty lake United church camp, owned and operated by the United Church of Canada, is a non-profit organization offering summer camps to all youth. All staff are trained in First Aid and CPR, and have qualified lifeguards on site at all times. Contact: Debbie DeGraw, Box 603, Hardisty, AB T0B 1V0 780-888-3542
service GroUPs Hardisty legion #88 The Hardisty Legion provides services for residents. Contact Blanche 780-888-3614 for info. The Hardisty K-club is a Young Women's Kinship Group in Hardisty that promotes healthy relationships, welcomes women into the community, and plans activities for ladies in the community. Contact Julie at jules.pasztor@gmail.com for more info. Commu-
Hardisty fire and rescue meets twice a month, the first Tuesday is for training and the third Tuesday is for meeting and unit checks. For more info, contact Todd 780-252-0003. Hardisty Thrift shop all proceeds are donated back to the United Church and the Christian Guild. Hardisty Public library has a vast lending library and computers that are for public use. 15
tRanspoRtation Air Service: • The Flagstaff Regional Airport, between Killam and Sedgewick. • The Edmonton International Airport is located 150 km away. Major Roadways • Highway 36 (N/S trade corridor) • Highway 13 (E/W trade corridor) • Highway 53 (E/W trade corridor) Rail Service • Canadian Pacific Railway (runs along Highway 13) • Battle River Railway Short line (previously Canadian National Line)
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While visiting the Flagstaff Region you can experience the rich history at Canada’s only surface coal mining museum—the Diplomat Mine Interpretive Site; or take a step back in time at any of the five other museums. The Region boasts a total of six museums within its boundaries: The Sodbusters Archives Museum in Strome, the Sedgewick Archives Gallery and Museum, the Lougheed Iron Creek Museum, Forestburg Historical Society Museum, Alliance and District Museum, and the Diplomat Mine Interpretive Site.
playground, and beach area at Fish Lake Park, or enjoy the many wildlife and plant species along the nature trail at Diplomat Trout Pond. If golfing is your game, come out to enjoy one of the four golf courses in the Flagstaff Region. Take part in one of the many seasonal golf tournaments like the Battle River Cash Scramble at Forestburg Golf Club or the Mixed Scramble at Sedgewick Centennial Golf Club. Whether you come for the day or stay for a weekend, the Flagstaff Region has something all can enjoy!
Enjoy an exciting new opportunity ‘riding the rails’ on the Battle River Railway! Take a ride on the vintage passenger car through the communities in the southern part of the Region, where you can enjoy the spectacular scenery around Alliance, the ‘medieval village’ of Galahad, and Canada’s Largest Baseball Glove in Heisler. Whether you catch the train for corporate or family events, or enjoy one of the year round themed train rides, the Battle River Railway is ready to take you places! The Flagstaff Region offers much for outdoor enthusiasts. The Battle River and adjacent tributary streams are home to one of the most diverse and intact ecosystems in the Parkland Natural Region in Alberta. The Flagstaff Region has several areas designated as Environmentally Significant Areas of provincial or national significance: Wavy Lake, Bellshill Lake, and the Battle River. These areas all have ‘Important Bird Area’ designations and are critical staging grounds for ducks and geese. Take pleasure in fishing, hiking, boating, or camping at Hardisty Campground, Edgerton Day Campground, Fish Lake Park, or Diplomat Trout Pond. Each site has plenty to offer. Take in the lakeside gazebo,
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HealtH CaRe & eMeRgenCy seRviCes There are many diverse services offered for health care within the Flagstaff Region. Hospitals are located in Hardisty, Killam, and Daysland. There are medical clinics in Daysland, Forestburg, Galahad, Killam, and Sedgewick.
Medical Clinics Daysland Medical Clinic 5021 - 50 Street, 780-374-3944 Clinic is operated by family physicians, Dr. A.J. Nieman, Dr. E. van Veenhuyzen, Dr. C. Huang, and Dr. U. Makiwane Daysland Medical Satellite Clinic, Forestburg 5004 - 49 Avenue, 780-582-5185
Hospitals Daysland Health Centre 5920 - 51 Avenue, 780-374-3746 Health Centre offers 24-hr emergency, acute care, surgery, respite care, palliative care, rehabilitation, and laboratory services. Hardisty Health Centre 4531 - 47 Avenue, 780-888-3742 Health Centre offers services 24-hr emergency, acute and continuing care, and laboratory services. Killam Health Care Centre, Covenant Health 5203 - 49 Avenue, 780-385-3741 Health Centre offers 24-hr emergency, acute and continuing care, laboratory services, and respite care.
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Galahad Care Centre 102 Lady Helen Avenue, 780-583-3788 The Care Centre is open 24-hr for services. Killam Medical Practice 5203 - 49 Avenue, 780-385-7890 Clinic is located in the northwest portion of the Killam Health Care Centre, operated by family physicians Dr. T. Hanton and Dr. M.A.T. Weighman Sunrise Medical Clinic 5203 - 49 Avenue, 780-385-3296 Clinic is located in the Killam Health Care Centre, operated by family physician Dr. S. Ogbeide. Sedgewick Home Care/Public Health/Rehabilitation 4822-50 Street, 780-384-3652
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Fire Protection There are 10 urban fire departments within the Flagstaff Region that provide fire services throughout the Region. The fire departments provide different levels of service that may include: Sedgewick Medical Centre 5001 - 50 Avenue, 780-384-3842 This clinic is operated by family physician Dr. A. Meer. Online Resource: www.myhealth.alberta.ca is Your Personal Health Portal gateway website to health care and medical information in Alberta, or call Alberta Health Link at 1-866-408-5465 Area Hospital Auxiliaries Daysland 780-374-3746 Hardisty 780-888-3742 Killam 780-385-2110
Emergency Medical Services Ambulance services for the Flagstaff Region are provided by the Government of Alberta. STARS Air Ambulance out of Edmonton covers the Flagstaff Region. There are helipads at all three hospitals, and the smaller STARS helicopters can land on these helipads. If the larger STARS helicopter is needed, it will land at the accident site or any of the three municipal airports.
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• Medical First Response • Motor Vehicle Collision Response • Hazardous Materials First Response • Wildland Fire Suppression and Control • Exterior Fire Suppression • Coordinated Interior Structural Fire Suppression • Ice Rescue • Water Rescue
Protective Services Policing service in the Flagstaff Region is provided by the RCMP. There is an RCMP detatchment located within the Town of Killam. Patrol services for traffic safety is also provided by Flagstaff County Community Peace Officers. RCMP Contact: After hours:
780-385-3509 780-385-3502
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School Division
Pre-schools
The Battle River Regional School Division #31 (BRSD) serves the Flagstaff Region. BRSD is a diverse school division, committed to providing a range of services and programs that meet the students’ needs. Schools are located within: • Daysland (K-12), • Forestburg (K-12), • Hardisty (K-9), • Killam (K-9), and • Sedgewick (1-12).
Nearly every community in the Flagstaff region has a pre-school or playschool. For more information about offerings and services, contact the pre-school / playschool directly.
Kindergarten service in some of these communities is run privately. Contact BRSD at 780-672-6131, toll free at 800-262-4869, or visit their website: www.brsd.ab.ca. The BRSD is run by a Board of Trustees which is made up of eight members, elected for four-year terms. For the most current listing of Trustees or to contact any of the board members, visit www.brsd.ab.ca/board.
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Daysland Forestburg Galahad Hardisty Killam Lougheed Sedgewick Strome
780-376-2366 780-376-2198 780-583-2462 780-888-7647 780-385-2387 780-384-2068 780-385-2387 780-376-2198
Childcare Flagstaff Satellite Family Day Home Society 4809 - 49 Ave, Killam Phone: 780-385-2488 Flagstaff Satellite Family Day Home Society is a licensed and accredited agency offering quality, approved childcare to families in Flagstaff. Their Family Day Home Program believes every child has the right to a safe, happy, and enriching environment to grow up in. Private Childcare in the Flagstaff Region There are also private day homes and babysitters who provide childcare in the Region.
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Business Learning Opportunities
Learn Regionally
For those interested in continued education, there are opportunities for further education within the Flagstaff Region.
Augustana Campus of University of Alberta 4901 - 46 Avenue, Camrose Phone: 780-679-1100 www.augustana.ualberta.ca
Learn Locally Flagstaff Community Adult Learning offers practical short courses for job skills and lifelong learning, and is based in Killam. 5005 - 50 Street Phone: 780-385-3712 Fax: 780-385-3258 Website: www.fcal.net
Earn a university degree from one of Canada’s top five universities while enjoying smaller class sizes and staying closer to home. Lakeland College, Vermilion Campus 5707 College Drive, Vermilion Phone: 780-853-8400 Toll Free: 800-661-6490 www.lakelandcollege.ca Lakeland College offers a wide range of programs including Agricultural Science, Energy and Petroleum Technology, Trades and Technology Apprenticeship, University Transfers and more. Portage College, St. Paul Campus 5205 - 50 Avenue, St. Paul Phone: 780-645-5223 Toll Free: 866-623-5551 www.portagecollge.ca Portage College facilitates learning at seven campuses strategically located throughout Northeast Alberta. Offering a range of programs including Business Administration, Environmental Sciences, Health and Wellness, Culinary Arts, and more.
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libRaRy seRviCes Public libraries are in most communities in the Flagsta Region. We are part of the Parkland Regional Library system, which is a network of over 50 public libraries connecting over 200,000 residents in central Alberta. You can visit their website and find out more about the Parkland Regional Library or check out an e-book or magazine at www.prl.ab.ca. Alliance Public Library 101 - 1 Avenue East, Alliance Ph: 780-879-3733 www.alliance.prl.ab.ca
Galahad Public Library 104 Lady Vivian Avenue W., Galahad Ph: 780-583-3917 www. galahadpublic.prl.ab.ca
Killam Public Library 5007 - 49 Avenue, Killam Ph: 780-385-3032 www.killamlibrary.prl.ab.ca
Daysland Public Library 5130 - 50 Street, Daysland Ph: 780-679-7326 www.dayslandlibrary.prl.ab.ca
Hardisty Public Library 5027 - 50 Street, Hardisty Ph: 780-888-3947 www.hardistylib.prl.ab.ca
Lougheed & District Library 5004 - 50 Street, Lougheed Ph: 780-386-2498 www.lougheed.prl.ab.ca
Forestburg Public Library 4901 - 50 Street, Forestburg Ph: 780-582-4110 www.forestburglibrary.prl.ab.ca
Heisler Municipal Library 100 Haultian Avenue, Heisler Ph: 780-889-3925 www.heislerlibrary.prl.ab.ca
Sedgewick Public Library 5301 - 51 Avenue, Sedgewick Ph: 780-384-3003 www. sedgpublib.prl.ab.ca
Other online library services that give you access to millions of items include: TRAC - www.tracpac.ab.ca, provides access to nearly 3 million items through online catalogue Alberta Library - www.thealbertalibrary.ab.ca, provides access to public, universities, colleges, and technical institutes. TAL – the Alberta Library Search Gateway site www.talonline.ca, provides access to 250 libraries province-wide
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CHuRCHes Alliance Alliance United Church
780-582-3796
Daysland Alliance Church Our Lady of the Prairies United Church
780-374-3777 780-385-3503 780-374-3641
Forestburg Forestburg Community Church (Baptist) Hope Lutheran Church Bethel United Church
780-582-3601 403-883-2290 780-582-3796
Heisler St. Martin's Parish
780-385-3503
Hardisty Hardisty Messianic Congregation United Church
780-888-2505 780-888-3944
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Lougheed St. Andrew's United Church
780-386-2337
Strome Strome Community Church
780-376-2241
Killam Killam Baptist Church Killam Pentecostal Tabernacle Killam Presbyterian Church Knox United Church Roman Catholic Church
780-385-3607 780-385-3587 780-385-2147 780-385-3955 780-385-3503
Sedgewick Sedgewick United Church Sedgewick Church of the Nazarene Seventh Day Adventist Church St. John's Anglican Church Trinity Lutheran Church
780-384-3520 780-384-3957 780-889-3776 780-384-3805 780-384-3939
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ReCReation & CultuRe The Flagstaff Region offers many great recreational and cultural activities and opportunities for visitors and residents of all ages to enjoy.
Arenas
Golf Courses
There are nine arenas in the Region with both natural and artificial ice surfaces where you can enjoy public skating, learn figure skating or take part in a local hockey game. Arenas are located in:
The Flagstaff Region boasts four 9-hole golf courses, where golfers of all levels can enjoy a game.
• Alliance • Daysland • Forestburg • Galahad (outdoor arena) • Hardisty • Heisler • Killam • Lougheed • Sedgewick
• Daysland • Forestburg • Sedgewick • Hardisty
Curling Rinks There are five curling rinks in the Region, located in the communities of:
Swimming Pools
• Daysland • Hardisty • Lougheed • Sedgewick • Strome
There are both indoor and outdoor swimming pools in the Flagstaff Region, located in the communities of: • Killam (indoor) • Forestburg (outdoor)
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Fieldhouse / Gym
Ski Hill
There is an indoor gym located in Lougheed.
The Valley Ski Hill is located in the Battle River Valley near Alliance. The Valley has full-service lodge, rental shop, ski school, and more.
Ball Diamonds
Theatres
If baseball or softball is your game of choice, then you can enjoy any of the nine ball diamonds located in the communities of:
There is a theatre in Daysland, where movies, plays, and community art and cultural programs are run.
• Alliance • Daysland • Forestburg • Killam • Hardisty • Heisler • Lougheed • Sedgewick • Strome
Tennis Courts There are public tennis courts in:
Art & Cultural Groups There are a number of groups that offer arts and cultural events, activities, and programs in the region: • Daysarts, Daysland • Communities in Bloom, Forestburg • Curtain Call Community Theatre, Forestburg • Battle River Art Club, Sedgewick • Flagstaff Players, Sedgewick
• Daysland • Killam
Bowling Alley For the bowlers, you can improve your game in the communities of: • Galahad • Heisler • Sedgewick
Seniors’ Centres There are seniors’ centres in most communities in the Flagstaff Region. • Daysland • Forestburg • Galahad • Hardisty • Heisler • Killam • Lougheed • Sedgewick • Strome
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