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Okotoks is a town located just outside the city of Calgary, approximately 18kms south. It is home to almost 30,000 residents, and has experienced a 30% population increase since 2008. It is known as a progressive and business friendly community with an entrepreneurial spirit. It is situated on the Sheep river, with beautiful Rocky Mountain views.

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The town of Olds is in the Central region of Alberta, one of the fastest and wealthiest regions in Canada due to the oil industry. The town is located along the Queen Elizabeth II highway connecting the two largest metropolitan cities of Calgary and Edmonton, surrounded by natural beauty and stunning rocky mountain views. The town has a population of just over 2,000 and offers lots of outdoor activities right on your doorstep. 

This friendly and welcoming community offers affordable housing and is ideal for raising a family with 4 primary schools, 1 junior and 1 junior/senior high school, all offering high quality primary and post-secondary education. Olds College of Agriculture and Technology is a leading research institute in Canada offering education programs including manufacturing, trades, and construction. Part of the education and research at the college is focused on hands on learning and environmental research. The Botanical Gardens is one of the natural environment areas of research and is open to the community for everyone to enjoy. 

The vibrant town centre in Uptown Olds has the Arts Common with an art walk highlighting local creative talent. There are many restaurants, coffee shops, and local businesses as well as the 245 seated Olds Mayfair Cinema that has been there since 1925 which continues to show new releases as well as local community films. The cornerstone shopping area offers some of the larger retailers and food outlets for convenience and is close to the Rotary Athletic Park athletic fields used for soccer, baseball, diamonds, horseshoe pits with several pathways connecting the area from the neighbourhood streets. 

The community Sportsplex and arena includes 2 ice surfaces for hosting hockey, skating, and curling events. The Olds Aquatic Centre also includes many aquatic activities for all ages, a heated indoor pool with lap swimming and leisure uses, and access to the water slide.The community has 20km of paved and unpaved trails and routes through parks, and nature areas to enjoy outdoor activities all year round with cross country ski trails throughout the town in the winter months and biking, hiking in the summer. Both fishing and camping are also a popular attraction in the area. Olds includes two golf courses and the Hartman Green Frisbee Golf & Walking Trail, an 843 meter, nine-hole, par 27-disc course which includes paved trails through the park. Both fishing and camping are also a popular attraction in the area.

The heart of the town is the Centennial Park, with a skatepark, pickleball courts and areas to enjoy picnics, go for walks or go for a bike ride. In the winter you will find the outdoor ice rink and in the summer months to keep everyone cool there is a splashpad. The park is home to the Kiwanis Historical Prairie Village where many events are held throughout the year including the Olds Fashioned Christmas events, parades, and in the summer, it is host to outdoor movies, music events and weddings. 

The Olds & District Kiwanis Music Festival is held each year at the Multimedia Performing art theatre where talents come from across the province to join in the art of speech and music across the province, held each year. In September, the town hosts Oldstoberfest which is the world's first and only Bavarian Rodeo which attracts 8,000 visitors each year.

Olds is 1 hour north of Calgary and 40 minutes from Red Deer. Both have airports, Red Deer Regional offers domestic flights and Calgary International offers direct flights to the US, Europe, and other international destinations.

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Red Deer is a city in Alberta located halfway between Calgary and Edmonton, along Alberta’s busiest highway - The Queen Elizabeth II (QE II). It is the province’s third largest city behind Edmonton and Calgary. Red Deer has a population of about 101,000, and is a bustling foodie city, capitalising on the rich agricultural heritage. The economy is based on the oil and gas industry, agriculture, manufacturing, petrochemicals, and transportation. It is home to Alberta’s Sports Hall Of Fame, and is the hometown of many NHL players and Olympic gold and bronze medallists. The Red Deer River flows through this city, giving it plenty of scenic spots for all water activities including river floating and canoeing.

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Well over two-thirds of Strathcona County residents reside in the urban centre of Sherwood Park.

Started in the mid-1950s as a satellite community to house employees of the Refinery Row industrial area, “The Park,” as it is sometimes known, has become a "community of choice" for people wanting to live in a smaller community. Today, residents appreciate the community for its safe neighbourhoods, popular recreation facilities and green space, excellent schools, and high-quality police and ambulance services. Sherwood Park is decidedly an attractive place to live. A testimonial to that fact is that many people born and raised in Sherwood Park are now raising their own families here.

Centre in the Park is a newer development in Sherwood Park, nestled in among its more mature neighbourhoods. The development combines local government and municipal services with modern residences, retail services and inviting public spaces. It links to existing amenities such as Broadmoor Lake Park, Festival Place, the Heritage Trail system, businesses and schools. The Community Centre completes this core gathering place for culture, learning, services and celebration. 

There has been tremendous growth in Sherwood Park, particularly over the past two decades, evidenced by population statistics, robust housing and retail starts. Sherwood Park residents boast a strong ethic of community and volunteer involvement. Indeed, the future of Sherwood Park promises to be a good one.

Spruce Grove is a city located just 11 km outside Edmonton, Alberta. It is a dynamic city with a young demographic that is family and community oriented, with excellent schools and amenities. You are never far from the hustle and bustle of neighbouring Edmonton, the city of one million people, but you are far enough away to enjoy the rural lifestyle of the community of 40,000 residents. Spruce Grove is a great mix of city conveniences and outdoor and leisure options including access to all-weather adventure trails. 

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The city of St. Albert is situated northwest of the City of Edmonton which is the provincial capital. Known as “The Botanical Arts City” the city is a beautiful combination of modernity and nature. It also has a rich history and was originally founded in 1861 as a settlement.  

Ever since it has grown into a thriving city with a clear emphasis on the arts and architecture. The heart of the city’s downtown, which is called St. Albert’s Place, is a beautiful example of this architecture. The building was designed by the world-renowned Canadian architect, Douglas Cardinal. Aside from its architecture, the city is also well-known for its museums, fairs, and art galleries. St. Albert’s Place also has multiple restaurants which range from candy stores, pizzerias, bakeries, cafes, and restaurants.  

The city boasts safe and accessible neighbourhoods such as Lacombe Park, Grandin, Oakmont, Erin Ridge, Heritage Lakes, and North Ridge to name a few. The city’s population is 66,082. There are around 37 public schools and most of these schools are well-known for their great programs.  

Travelling around St. Albert is quite easy. The roads are well-maintained, and parking spaces are easy to find. If you prefer to commute around the city, The St. Albert Transit is a great option. The bus line has numerous routes that include local circuits and express commuter routes to Edmonton. 

The closest international airport to St. Albert is the Edmonton International Airport which is 40-50 minutes' drive away.

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Strathmore is a town located along the Trans-Canada Highway in southern Alberta, Canada within Wheatland County. It is approximately 50 kilometres (30 mi) east of the City of Calgary.

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The town of Sundre is situated in the central region along the Cowboy trail at the foot of the Canadian Rockies, northwest from the city of Calgary. Many of the towns and communities in the central region rely on oil, forestry, agriculture, ranching, hospitality, and tourism for their economy to thrive. The Sundre community has a population of 2,500 and sits on the Red Deer River, surrounded by tall, lush evergreens and views of the Rocky Mountains. 

The community centre is the hub of the town, hosting children’s programs, and has the local library which offers summer reading programs and family arts and craft nights. The community has two public schools and offers education options from kindergarten to grade 8 along with the local high school.

The Aquaplex has a 25-meter main pool, leisure pool, waterslide, and lots of pool activities for all ages in the community. The facility also has 24 hour gym access for members. Sundre Arts Development centre hosts dance and performing arts as well as live music and theatre productions. Sundre and District Pioneer Village Museum includes the Chester Mjolsness 'World of Wildlife' natural history exhibit of 150 taxidermy animals from across the world.

The town emphasizes buying and selling locally with its shops, restaurants and coffee shops serving their customers with locally grown or crafted goods. Opportunities to taste and buy local produce are not limited with several farmer markets running from May through to October. The community farmer market runs on Friday evenings, with the Bergen Farmers market on a Saturday morning. There is also the Cowboy Trail market that runs every Saturday and Sunday from May- October.

The Snake Hill Recreations Area and Riverside Trails have more than 17km of groomed nature trails for hiking, biking, and in the winter for cross country skiing. The Sundre Golf Club offers a 72 par, 18 hole course.

Events and festivals are held along the river throughout the year from the Sundre Pro Rodeo in June, the Shady Grove Bluegrass festival in July, The Bulls, and Wagons in August, Sundown in Sundre in the fall and the yearly Winterfest which includes music, winter markets and ice sculptures. 

Close to town there are unlimited outdoor activities with opportunities to explore lakes, waterfalls, mountains, and scenic views on foot, by biking, or horse riding. Ya-Ha Tinda Ranch is a wonderful location to explore the wildness and wild-free roaming horses.

There is the Mahikan Trails Indigenous Experience known as the medicine walk where you can stroll through the forest, and across wooden boardwalks learning about the local plants and their healing properties.

The Red Deer River is a popular destination for fishing with its variety of trout. It is also an ideal location for rafting and kayaking. There are several riverside campgrounds and RV parks only a 10 minute drive from the town.

The Begen Rock International is close to Sundre and worth a visit, to see marble art sculptures by artists from around the world.

Sundre is 1 hour 30 minutes from Calgary and 1 hour from Red Deer. Both have airports, Red Deer Regional offers domestic flights and Calgary International offers direct flights to the US, Europe, and other international destinations.

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