Bassano

Welcome

The Town of Bassano welcomes you to our community whether your visit be for industrial, retail, tourism or residential related business. Opportunity is abundant in Bassano. We welcome your business and remind you; we are "The Best in the West by a Damsite."

Area Overview

The Town of Bassano is a progressive community of 1,390 people located 90 minutes east of Calgary on the Trans Canada Highway and Canadian Pacific Railway mainline. Centrally located in southeastern Alberta, Bassano is midway between Medicine Hat and Calgary.

Incorporated as a Village in 1910 and as a Town in 1911, the Town of Bassano has always been an enterprising and growing community. It was the first RCMP centre in Canada for training their canine units. The first flying doctor flew from Bassano and made history from then on.

Today, Bassano offers commercial and industrial development opportunities, together with many recreational facilities and activities. Ample irrigation water and sunshine support highly productive food growing and livestock industries.

ALBERTA, THE BEST PLACE TO WORK, LIVE AND DO BUSINESS

The province of Alberta is a leader in the Canadian economy. Alberta has had the fastest growing economy in Canada over the past two decades, with real GDP growth averaging 3.7 percent per year. Highlighting Alberta's success in the past year is:

• Over $73.2 billion in international exports of goods and services (2004)
• Manufacturing shipments of $52.6 billion (2004)
• Creation of 40,000 new jobs in 2004 and 433,900 between 1994 and 2004
• Over $103 billion in major capital projects are proposed, announced, under construction or recently completed (2004)

Source: Alberta Economic Development

Alberta's Positive Business Climate

• The lowest overall taxes in Canada
• No provincial sales tax
• No general capital or payroll taxes prevalent in other provinces and U.S. states
• A highly entrepreneurial and competitive business community
• A fiscally responsible government that has eliminated its provincial debt, demonstrating to investors the business-like attitude of the government
• A highly skilled, educated and motivated workforce that is the most productive in Canada.

Source: Alberta Economic Development

Climate

SEASONAL AVERAGE TEMPERATURES

January 13.9C 7.0F
April 4.1C 39.4F
July 17.3C 63.1F
October 5.6C 42.1F

Annual Precipitation: 39 cm 15.21 inches
Frost Free Days: 118
Hours Sunshine/Year: 2334

To view Bassano's Current Temperature click button.

Community Services

BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES

Wild Rose Economic Development Corporation
Box 2159
#101, 331-3rd Avenue
Strathmore, Alberta T1P 1K2
1-888-881-9675
(403) 934-6488 phone
(403) 934-6492 fax
Email: wildrose@wildrose.ab.ca
Website: go wildrose.com

Services include: career center for employers and employees, small business assistance, financing and referral.
Alberta Human Resources and Employment is a provincial department that focuses on people skills and the workplace. They provide a broad range of service to both employees and employers.
Human Resources & Skills Development Canada is a federal department that provides a broad range of services for employees and employers.

Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber of Commerce is a local association of business people within the Bassano Community. This association was established in order to promote Commercial enterprise to the Town. The Bassano Chamber of Commerce holds a meeting for all interested businesspeople, the first Wednesday of every month.
For further information about the Bassano Chamber of Commerce contact:

Kathryn Eveson- President - (403) 641-9114

Municipal
Town of Bassano
P.O. Box 299, 340 - 2nd Avenue
Bassano, Alberta T0J 0B0
Tel: 403-641-3788
Fax: 403-641-2585
Email: townbass@eidnet.org
website: www.bassano.ca

Public Works
Family and Community Support Services
Recreation & Parks

Bassano Memorial Library
522-2nd Avenue (Main Street)
Bassano, AB
phone 641-4065

Memberships
Single: $10.00/year
Family: $25.00/year

Services
* access to over 700,000 items within the Shortgrass catalogue
* holds can be placed using library computers or home computers
* on-line databases (available only to library members)
* on-line service of "Ask a Question"
* 3 public access internet connected computers
* dvd's, cd's, audio tapes and large print books available
* items can be renewed by phone or computer
* 24 hour book return located at the library
* Computer assistance available Tuesday evenings (sponsored by FCSS)
* Supernet is here!!!

Provincial

Bassano Registries - Licensing

Federal
Canada Post Office
Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Community Lifestyle

• PEACE OF MIND
  Bassano is part of the Wild Rose Region. Many residents and business owners choose to locate in the Region because of the safety and security of small town living. As indicated by the below table, crime statistics are substantially lower in the region than typical of a larger metropolitan center like the City of Calgary.
  
  Bassano offers residents rural community values and an affordable country lifestyle close to the amenities within the region and the neighboring metropolitan centres. Despite favorable economic growth, it's sill very affordable to buy a home and live in the Wild Rose Region.

For more information on country living visit County of Newell.

The region offers the most affordable local utilities, based on comparison with Calgary and area utilities. In the Wild Rose Region, local utilities (water, sewer and garbage) are approximately 26% lower than the average of communities in and around Calgary (Benchmarks Nichols Applied Management, 2000).

RECREATION

• Recreation & Parks
  The Town of Bassano, with a population of 1,390 supports a wide range of recreation facilities and parks. Several green areas throughout the Town provide opportunity for picnics, field activities or meditation. The town maintains the cemetery, the Homecoming Camp Ground, the soccer and baseball fields, as well as several vacant green areas around Town.
• Bassano Dam
  One of the largest dams in the world, Bassano's 24 spillway gravity dam provides some of southern Alberta's best recreational sites and activities. Fishing, boating, water skiing, swimming and camping at the "Little Dam" is one of the reservoirs fed from Bassano's dam-site. The water is crystal clear and the air is pollution free. More information can be viewed at Eastern Irrigation District
• Crawling Valley Reservoir is a large newly created off stream storage reservoir for the Eastern Irrigation System. Camping, fishing, boating are popular activities. Facilities include: 100 campsites, phone, picnic tables, tap water, showers, sewage disposal & boat launch. There are no boating restrictions but General Federal Regulations are in effect. Excellent fishing for Northern Pike and Walleye (catch & release for walleye)
• Swimming Pool
  253 - 6 Avenue
  phone 641-4025

The outdoor Swimming Pool has operated for approximately 55 years in its present basin. The Town owned/operated facility has provided many years and hours of enjoyment, instruction and recreational opportunities. The Pool is a happening place for young families and children and provides employment opportunities to locals with the required Red Cross Water Safety qualifications.

• Baseball Diamonds
  Bassano has two maintained ball diamonds with red shale infield and grass outfiels. The diamonds are maintained by community volunteers, the grass is mowed by Town Recreation/Tourism department. Fastball, softball and slow-pitch are games played over the years. 
• The Soccer Fields are maintained by Town Recreation/Tourism department and are popular spots during May and June. Bassano is a member of the Grasslands Soccer Association so competitors are Duchess, Brooks and Tilley.
• Artificial Ice Arena

The Bassano & District Centennial Arena was completed in 1968 and has been a beehive of activity ever since. In the summer the facility has been used for street hockey, 4H achievement, Homecoming activities and wrestling but the winter is the facilities busy time. Activities such as hockey, figure skating, ringette, and skateathons provide hours of winter activity and fun for area residents of all ages.

Additional recreational opportunities within the Town include:

• Recreation Complex
• Bowling Alley
• Curling Rink
• Bassano School Gymnasium
• Rodeo Grounds
• Gun Club Facility
• Tennis Courts
• Fishing and Hunting
• Bassano Sage & Thistle Golf Course
  #1 - 7th Avenue
  Open April 1st - September 30th.

The Bassano Sage & Thistle Golf Club is a quaint, well-maintained par 36 9 hole golf course which is designed to play as an 18 hole course. Flanked by numerous trees and ponds, its lush fairways lead to small but impressive grass greens.

The Sage & Thistle serves both walk-on golfers and private members. Green fees are inexpensive compared to other courses and golfers have a fleet of rentals carts at their disposal. The licensed clubroom consists of a kitchen, bar and seating area downstairs and a spacious lounge area upstairs especially suited for tournaments. Men's, ladies and junior leagues run during the week with numerous tournaments hosted on weekends.

Other Golf Courses Include:

• Brooks Golf Club - (403) 362-2998 
• Duchess Golf Club - (403) 378-4710
• Meadows Par 3 Golf Course - (403) 362-6477
• Hidden Valley Resort - (403) 734-3965
•  Kinsmen Park

This Town owned park was first built in the ‘60’s by volunteers of the Kinsmen Club of Bassano, ideally located on main street, has been a popular spot for many families and children.

In 2001 the Kinsmen Club of Bassano, with the help of many volunteers, grants and initiatives, have upgraded the playground equipment and surface material. The equipment has passed CSA safety inspections and continues to draw folks of all ages to the intriguing, physically challenging, and handicap accessible playground equipment complete with picnic area. The Park is located beside the Community Hall and across the street from the Homecoming Campground. We are very fortunate to have this wonderful facility in our community.

• Community Hall
  610 - 2nd Avenue
  phone 641-3637

The Bassano Community Hall was paid for through generous donors within the community and area as well as grants from the Province.
The next time you are in the hall, take time to read the Wall of Fame. Construction was completed in 1996.
The hall has a meeting room, kitchen, bar, stage and lighting/sound room. This modern, spacious facility is a cornerstone of the community with seating for upwards of 300 people. Many folks travel to Town for cultural events, conferences, and fundraisers that are held in the Community Hall. With the Kinsmen Park located beside the Hall and the Homecoming Park across the street from the Hall; the facility is also popular for family reunions, weddings and many other social events.

• Pioneer Damsiters Drop-In Centre
  315 -2nd Avenue
  phone 641-4072

The Pioneer Damsiters Drop-In Centre is a wonderful gathering place for seniors. The facility is a Town owned - volunteer operated facility. Activities that take place on a regular basis in the Drop-In Centre are bingos, luncheons, card parties and socials. Membership is very affordable and new members are welcome!

ATTRACTIONS/ANNUAL EVENTS

Bassano is located 90 km southeast of the Royal Tyrell Museum in Drumheller and 70 km west of Dinosaur Provincial Park

• Royal Tyrrell Museum
  Open Victoria Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend 9am to 9pm daily. Open remainder of year 10am to 5pm Tuesday to Sunday. Call 1-888-440-4240 for further information, or visit the web site.

Annual events include:

• Bassano Amateur Rodeo-- Last Saturday of June annually.
  
  
  
• The Crawling Valley Annual Fish Derby (May long weekend)
• Canada Day Celebrations - July 1st -9pm at the Rodeo Grounds.
• Sportsman Dinner - Third Thursday of October annually.

A complete list of past, present and upcoming Community Events along with their contacts can be viewed by clicking here

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Local recreation and community organizations include:

Masonic Lodge	Willing Workers	Figure Skating Club	Eastern Star
Pioneer Damsiters	Hockey Clubs	Tennis Club	Chamber of Commerce
Curling Club	4-H Clubs	Gymnastics Club	Golf Club
Royal Purple	Ringette Clubs	Elks Club	Bassano Barrel Racers
Gun Club	Agricultural Society	Parent Council	Bassano Arts Council

A complete list of Clubs and Organizations along with their contacts can be viewed by clicking here.

RELIGIOUS SERVICES

• Evangelical Free Church
• Knox Presbyterian Church
• St. Columba Roman Catholic Church

CAMPGROUNDS The Homecoming Camp Ground located on main street is complete with power, washroom and shower facilities. Camping is enhanced by the large shade trees and the nearby Kinsmen Park. A great spot to stop in while visiting Bassano. Camping cost per night is $10 or $15 with power. The Campground operates on a first come first served basis.

Economic Base

Regional Business Database

View the regional business database: This database features information on virtually every business enterprise residing in the Town of Bassano and surrounding district.

ECONOMIC STRENGTHS

Agriculture
The main economic base of the Bassano area is agriculture and agricultural services. An abundance of productive farmland, clean air and water make the Wild Rose Region an attractive place to live and operate a business.

Bassano farmers produce an almost unlimited variety of crops. Barley, oats, canola, potatoes and endless fields of wheat surround the community. Area farmers enjoy the longest growing season in Alberta and, with the unusually high summer temperatures, produce exceptional levels of quality products. In addition, the shortgrass prairie region produces a superior quality of beef.

Miles of irrigation has made the Bassano area one of Canada's most stable and productive growing environments.

The following tables outline the magnitude of agricultural products in the Region:


Products made locally include thermoelectric generators, animal feeds, packaged potatoes, institutional potatoes, wheat, barley, alfalfa, livestock, honey, canola, flax, rye, and market vegetables, metal fabrication. There is also a growing processed food sector.

MAJOR EMPLOYERS

• Global ThermoElectric Inc. - Thermoelectric Generator Systems
• Puratone Feeds Ltd. - Livestock Feed
• Skill Metal Inc - Metal Products
• Bassano Growers Co-op Ltd. - Potato and Vegetable Packaging

A complete list of Bassano's Business Directory along with their contacts can be viewed by clicking here.

FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

• Chinook Credit Union
• Alberta Treasury Branch Agency

Economic Facts

DEMOGRAPHICS

The population of Bassano is 1390 (2007)

PROPERTY VALUE ESTIMATES

• Lot Only (approx)
  Residential - Starting at $20,000
  Industrial - $1.00 sq ft
• Purchase or Lease (approx)
  Residential - 1200 sq ft Bungalow - $100,000 to 140,000

WORKERS COMPENSATION

Average cost per $100 payroll in Manufacturing: $3-$4
Average cost per $100 payroll in Office Work: $.40
Maximum weekly benefit $1,176.92 For additional details on the program see: Workers Compensation Board

EMPLOYMENT INSURANCE

55% of your average insurable earnings to a maximum of $413 per week.
For additional information on the program see: Employment Insurance Information for Employers

RESEARCH BASE

Being a close neighbor of the City of Calgary, companies located in Bassano have access to a broad range of research facilities located in an around the City. For additional information on the following research facilities, simply click on the name to access the link.

• Alberta Research Council
• Calgary Technologies Inc.
• Edmonton Economic Development Corporation
• Food Processing Development Centre
• TRLabs
• WurcNet

FURTHER IN-DEPTH INFORMAITON

• Municipal Profiles developed by Alberta's Ministry of Municipal Affairs
• Alberta - A Wealth of Opportunity developed by Alberta Economic Development
• Alberta Economic Highlights developed by Alberta Economic Development
• Alberta Economic Outlook developed by Alberta Economic Development
• Alberta Export and Trade developed by Alberta Economic Development
• Tourism Reports developed by Alberta Economic Development
• Alberta Finance Statistics also contains much information which may be useful.

Education

Bassano is part of the Grasslands Regional School Division #6, headquartered in Brooks (Tel: 403-362-2555).

PUBLIC

Bassano School is a 400 student K-12 school serving the Town of Bassano, the surrounding area, and the neighboring Siksika First Nation. As a result, our school has a very multi-cultural feel to it. Our school motto is "Best Efforts Equal Success" and our main school goals are improving reading comprehension and promoting moral intelligence. We have an Alberta Initiative for School Improvement project (Focused Reading Comprehension) running at our school which involves a partnership with the University of Calgary. High School students have access to a welding and mechanics program through the "Innovation Award" winning mobile CTS lab that is provided by Grasslands Public Schools and Alberta Learning.
Sports is an integral part of our school culture - "Go Broncos".

Emergency Services

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS

911 *R.C.M.P. *Ambulance *Fire Department

Hospital..........(403) 641 - 6100
Poison Control..........1 - 800 - 332 - 1414
Mental Health..........1 - 877 - 303 - 2642
Emergency Services Bldg..........(403) 641-3666

Fire Protection
Bassano is served by a volunteer fire department (911).


Police ServicesBassano is served by a local detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) (Tel: 403-641-3677).

Ambulance Services

Ambulance service is provided through Palliser Health Region (911)

Health Care

Bassano belongs to the Palliser Health Region.
Bassano Health Centre
P.O. Box 120
608 - 5th Avenue
Bassano, AB T0J 0B0

The Bassano Health Center has 8 acute care beds (one bed is designated as a palliative care suite), and there are seven continuing care beds.

There is a 24-hour emergency room service. The Bassano site is a provincial pilot location for a primary care center model.

The Health Center underwent renovations in late 1997 and the basement area was converted into a clinical area for physicians, and a number of offices for members of an integrated multi-disciplinary team which will be providing a broad range of primary health services to the Bassano community. The area contains a newly renovated physical therapy department and an area for the visiting respiratory therapist. Locally one physical therapist, one physical therapist assistant and one occupational therapist provide therapy services.

Playfair Lodge
Playfair Lodge is a congregate, living facility serving functionally independent senior citizens 65 years of age and over. The Lodge provides housekeeping service, full meal service, laundry service, basic room furnishings, building security, 24 hour non-medical staffing and opportunities for socializing.

Playfair Lodge - Newell Foundation 315 -7th Street - phone 641-3000

Key Contacts for Business Development

Municipal
Town of Bassano
P.O. Box 299
340 - 2nd Avenue
Bassano, Alberta
T0J 0B0
Tel: 403-641-3788
Fax: 403-641-2585
e-mail: townbass@eidnet.org
website: www.bassano.ca
Mayor -Jim Kirwan
CAO - Jerry Neighbour

Provincial
Alberta Economic Development
109 Provincial Building
346 - 3rd Street, S.E.
Medicine Hat, Alberta T1A 0G7
Tel: 403-529-3630
Fax: 403-529-3140
Elvira Smid,Regional Manager
elvira.smid@gov.ab.ca
Gloria Filgas, Information Officer gloria.filgas@gov.ab.ca

Hon. Lyle Oberg
Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)
Strathmore-Brooks Constituency
408 Legislative Building
10800 - 97 Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta T5K 2B6
Tel: 780-427-8809
Fax: 780-428-1341
or P.O. Box 873
Brooks, Alberta
Tel: 403-362-6969

Federal

Monty Solberg
Member of Parliament [MP]
Medicine Hat Constituency
House of Commons
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6
Tel: 613-992-4516

Constituency Office
P.O. Box 640
Brooks, Alberta T1R 1B6
Tel: 403-362-7677

Location

The Town of Bassano is located in the County of Newell #4, on the Trans Canada Highway. It is 130 km east of Calgary and 149 km west of Medicine Hat. The Bow River feeds the Bassano Dam and runs south of Town.

Elevation: 881 Meters, 2890.99 Feet

LONGITUDE & LATITUDE

Latitude: 50° 46''
Longitude: 112° 28'


ALBERTA MAP

TOWN OF BASSANO'S LOCATION





PROXIMITY TO OTHER LOCATIONS

Driving Distance from Bassano	km	miles	Time Required
Calgary (city centre)	142	89	1 hour, 34 minutes
Calgary International Airport	144	90	1 hour, 34 minutes
Medicine Hat	160	95	1 hour, 45 minutes
Edmonton, Alberta	449	279	4 hours, 33 minutes
Vancouver, British Columbia	1109	689	12 hours, 45 minutes
Toronto, Ontario	3273	2034	33 hours, 53 minutes
United States Border (Coutts, Alberta crossing)	242	151	2 hours, 58 minutes

It is important to note that time required is calculated based on 'ideal' traffic and weather conditions.

**Distance is measured from city centre to city centre**

Post Secondary Education

BUILDING FUTURES
The Brooks campus of Medicine Hat College is only 50 kms away from Bassano and provides post-secondary technical and business certificate courses, plus 1st and 2nd year university transfer programs.
Bassano is part of the Wild Rose Region.
With internationally recognized post secondary institutions, the Wild Rose Region is attracting students from around the world.

For information on Educational Opportunities in close proximity to Bassano visit the school's corresponding website:

OTHER EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES within close proximity are:

Prairie Bible Institute offers a wide range of programs, including ministry, aviation, drama, wilderness leadership and music, to students from over 20 countries around the world. Students can earn a one-year certificate or a four-year degree.

Covenant Bible College is an eight-month program of Christian discipleship. The Strathmore campus is one of three campuses, with the other two located in Colorado and Ecuador.

Rosebud School of the Arts offers a unique blend of practical and theoretical training in the performing arts. In addition to the arts program, Rosebud provides apprenticeship programs in the hospitality industry.

Taxation

	Residential/Farmland	Non-Residential
2005
Municipal Tax Rate	9.0810	12.2860
Education - Alberta School Foundation Fund Tax Rate	6.7180
Education Opted Out Tax Rate
Seniors Lodge Accommodation Tax Rate	.02170TD	.02170

Mill Rates	2003	2004	2005
Residential-Public	14.232	14.1776	14.3450
Residential-Seperate	14.232	14.1776	14.3450
Non-Residential-Public	19.071	19.1536	19.2210
Non-Residential-Seperate	19.071	19.1536	19.2210

Transportation

AIR SERVICES
Bassano's airstrip is located 3km north of Bassano. 900 meters of all weather, radio activated lighting is available for flying enthusiasts. Land is available to build hangers.

The Brooks Municipal Airport has an 853 meter paved runway and all-weather facilities......50 Km from Bassano


The nearest commercial and air freight services are at Medicine Hat Municipal Airport.....156 km from Bassano.

Calgary International Airport......144 km from Bassano.
For a listing of non-stop passenger destinations visit Passenger Non-stop Destinations.

RAIL SERVICE
Bassano is served by a Canadian Pacific Railway main and branch line. Spur trackage is available.

HIGHWAYS
Connecting highways are Highway 1(Trans Canada Highway) and Secondary Road 550.

For manufacturers and producers who need assistance to determine the most cost-effective and efficient transportation method, AlbertaPORT provides a "virtual" gateway to assist with transportation logistics at Alberta-Canada.

TRUCKING FIRMS
Hi-way 9 Express - daily freight service
Phoenix Delivery - daily freight service Numerous other oilfield and feedlot trucking services.

BUS SERVICE
Regularly scheduled bus service is provided to Bassano by
Greyhound Canada
1-800-661-8747.

Depot
Emme's Esso
601 Old Trans Canada Hwy
Bassano (403) 641-3916

POSTAL & COURIERS
Canada Post, Purolator, UPS and FedEx
all provide delivery services for Bassano. Canada Post fills a vital need in the region providing cost-effective and timely mail delivery. In its mission to provide innovative physical and electronic delivery solutions creating value for its customers, Canada Post works with its business customers to ensure their mail communication needs are achieved.
In 2001, Canada Post received an on-time, combined service performance score of 96.4% on properly prepared letter mail.

For more information on service in Bassano contact:Canada Post,Purolator,UPS & FedEx.

Utilities

ELECTRICITY and NATURAL GAS are deregulated in Alberta.
The Alberta government provides a Web site to provide information to assist consumers to choose the appropriate provider for their residence or business. To learn more about electrical or natural gas providers visit Customer Choice.

Regulated Rate Providers for Community of Bassano are:

Electrical Power:

FortisAlberta

• Epcor
• Enman
• Direct Energy                    

Natural Gas:

Atco

• Epcor
• Enmax
• Direct Energy

COMMUNICATIONS

Cable Television:

Persona Communications

Telephone:

Telus Communications

Internet Service:

EID.Net
Telus Communications

Bassano has access to all the major radio stations from Calgary and Q91 radio station, which broadcasts from Drumheller.
Bassano also has access to all of the TV stations broadcasting from Calgary.

LOCAL/REGIONAL NEWSPAPERS

Name	Phone Number	Fax Number
The Bassano Times	(403) 641-3636	(403) 641-3952
Brooks & County Chronicle	(403) 793-2252	(403) 793-2288
Medicine Hat News	(403) 527-1101	(403) 527-1244
The Calgary Sun	(403) 410-1010	(403) 250-4180
The Calgary Herald	(403) 235-7100	(403) 235-7379

WATER, WASTE & SEWER MANAGEMENT
Town of Bassano
Box 299
Bassano, AB T0J 0B0

The source of Water is the Eastern Irrigation District. The untreated water reservoir capacity is 135,000,000 gallons, while the treated water reservoir capacity is 750,000 gallons.
Alberta’s commitment to water resources is three-fold: a safe, secure drinking water supply, healthy aquatic ecosystems, and reliable, quality water supplies for a sustainable economy.

Alberta Environment has developed water programs that include studying, monitoring and testing of water sources. They have established guidelines to ensure quality standards for the many uses of water, and programs to protect ecosystems and enforce regulations.

Alberta has the most stringent drinking water program in the country and was one of the first provinces to fully adopt the Canadian Guidelines for Drinking Water Quality as a minimum standard. Alberta Environment strives for continuous improvement in its program and works closely with Alberta Health and Wellness to ensure Albertans continue to enjoy high-quality drinking water.

Sewage treatment is provided by 4 anaerobic cells and 1 long lagoon.

The Newell Regional Solid Waste Management Authority Ltd. is responisble for the safe amd environmentally responsible collection of wastes for the recycling or disposal at the regional landfill.

RECYLING
Recycling Depot - B.A.R.R.A (Bassano And Area Resource Recovery Association) 702 -1st Avenue

BARRA, a non-profit volunteer organization, has been active for approximately 15 years. THe BARRA Board meets bi monthly on the 3rd Wednesday and currently has 2 part-time employees.

Access is available on a 24 hour basis. We accept and actively recycle: White paper, colored paper, newsprint, glossy magazines,cardboard , tin cans- washed,labels removed and pressed, plastic - washed, and caps removed and some electronic waste - TVs and computers only.
Operating Hours: Tuesday, Friday and Saturday 8:00am to 5:00pm
For more information on recycling - Enter Here

TOWN OF BASSANO PUBLIC WORKS

Bassano Public Works Department are responsible for roads maintenance, snow removal, maintenance and operations of the water and sewer treatment & distribution, storm drainage systems, bi weekly garbage pickup, airport maintenance, swimming pool equipment maintenance, operations, repair and maintenance of Town vehicles and equipment. Other tasks as required. Public Works Shop: 403-641-3859

Population

Total Population 1991-2001

Bassano Population by Age Group (2001)

Education Statistics

Bassano Highest Level of Schooling 2001

Labour Force

Bassano Labour Force By Industry - 2001

Family Expenditure

Bassano Family Expenditures (1996)

Building Permits

Total Housing Starts

Value of Building Permits

Dwellings

Projects

Summary of Projects in Bassano as of December 2007

Value of Projects by Sector (as of December 2007)

Largest Projects in Bassano as of December 2007