Central Alberta Info
Central Alberta is home to a variety of different cultures, festivals and natural wonders. With populations ranging from bustling metropolises to small vibrant communities, Central Alberta has something to offer for everyone. Take a look at what each city has to offer below. If you would like information on an area of Central Alberta that is not featured here, please feel free to contact me for more information.
Edmonton
Metro Edmonton is a city of about 1,000,000 people and is the capital city of Alberta. With one of the healthiest and robust business environments in Canada, Edmonton offers its population a wealth of strong, active business communities. Employment opportunities are plentiful and the low cost of living is an asset for those making Edmonton their home.
St. Albert
St. Albert is a dynamic and growing city, known for its picturesque landscape, rich history, healthy environment, celebrated attractions and events, and overall high quality of life for residents. A booming economy, accessible transportation routes and a regional trading area exceeding 1 million people all have a positive impact on business in the city. The opportunity for leaders to successfully conduct business in the community where they live is yet another reason to choose St. Albert.
Spruce Grove
With a population of 21,500, Spruce Grove is the 11th largest city in Alberta. The Horizon stage is a centre for performing arts here, and its Tri-Municipal Leisure Centre is a popular recreation facility. As it is fifteen minutes from Edmonton, many citizens travel there to shop. However, there are a great number of businesses on the west end that citizens commonly utilize.
Stony Plain
Stony Plain is a rapidly growing town with strong historical roots. It is located west of Spruce Grove and surrounded by Parkland County. The town is governed by one mayor and six councillors. The region is dominated by agricultural and other resource-based industry. The proximity of Stony Plain to Edmonton makes it attractive for commuters-servicing a surrounding population of over 60,000 people. Around the town, there are many colourful murals that depict important figures and events of local history. These murals have earned it the nickname "The Town with the Painted Past."
Morinville
Morinville is a vibrant suburban community located just north of Edmonton. With all the contemporary conveniences of a much larger town, it retains the spirit of a smaller community. With a population of 7,228, residents enjoy a rich quality of life found in a small town setting with big city amenities only minutes away. Some of the town's advantages include: high quality education; wide range of recreational activities; diversity of residential styles; healthy retail business core; solid industrial base; excellent transportation linkages; opportunities for business investment and expansion; solid infrastructure; and an exciting future
Leduc
Leduc is a city in the province of Alberta, Canada. It is located 33 kilometers (21 mi) south of the provincial capital of Edmonton and is part of the Edmonton Capital Region metropolitan area.
Fort Saskatchewan
Fort Saskatchewan is a city of 16,793 (2008 municipal census) in Alberta, Canada, located northeast of downtown Edmonton, along the North Saskatchewan River. Fort Saskatchewan is bordered by Strathcona County (south, east) and by Sturgeon County (north) and Edmonton (west) across the North Saskatchewan River. The city is most well-known for its proximity to petrochemical facilities, including Dow Chemical, Sherritt International, Agrium and Shell Canada.
