High River
http://www.highriver.ca
Welcome
The Town of High River welcomes your interest in our community. Opportunity is abundant in High River, whether it be industrial, commercial, or residential.
High River is preparing for the future with a high quality of life and an impressive infrastructure. High River takes pride in our 'A Modern Town with A Western Tradition' theme. Nestled in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, residents enjoy the advantages of living in the country with close proximity to the City of Calgary.
Business Development in High River flourishes with commerical and industrial development from small businesses to chains and cottage industries. We encourage and promote economic activity within the High River trading area, supporting existing businesses and encouraging new companies and entrepreneurs to investigate what High River has to offer for economic growth.
We would like you to take the time to check out the many facilities and programs offered throughout the town. High River is a thriving vibrant community today and promises to be so in the future. We hope in reading this profile that you identify the Town of High River as a great place to live, play and do business.
Feel free to drop by our office at 309B Macleod Tr SW or the High River & District Chamber of Commerce Office at 317 Macleod Tr SW High River for more economic development and tourism information on our Community.
Facts about High River
Population 9,522 (2004 civic census)
Location - Provincial Highway #2, 55 km south of Calgary
Lifestyle - Rural/urban benefitting from both our western tradition and the proximity to Calgary
Local Economy - local and regional services with a focus on agriculture
Easy access to local, regional, national and international markets
For more information about the Town of High River contact:
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Harry Harker
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Marilyn MacArthur
Economic Development Manager
Suite #102 – 120 4th Ave SE High River, AB
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John Lockhart Community Furtures Highwood Okotoks, Alberta T1S 1B5
Tel: (403) 995-4151
Email: info@cfhighwood.net |
Walter Valentini, Director Alberta Economic Development #300, 639 - 5th Avenue, SW Calgary, Alberta T2P 0M9 Tel: (403) 297-8920 Fax: (403) 297-6168 Email: walter.valentini@gov.ab.ca |
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Area Overview
The Town of High River is strategically located along Alberta's economic corridor on highway #2 (north & south), less than an hour (55 kilometers) south of Calgary with easy access to air, rail and connections to major highways (east & west).
The Town of High River has seen tremendous economic growth over the past decade. High River stands on its own as a thriving regional service center benefitting from the larger Calgary regional trade area.
Alberta's provincial economy has been a national leader for over two decades. The Town of High River enjoys this economic growth as well as the benefits from the proximity to the Calgary regional trade area.
Alberta's Positive Business Climate and Recent Growth
- 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 competive business community
- A fiscally responsible government that has eliminated its provincial debt, demonstrating to investors a business-like attitude of the government
- A highly skilled, educated and motivated workforce that is the most productive in Canada
- Over $103 billion in major capital projects are proposed, announced, under construction were recently completed (2004)
- Over $73.2 billion in international exports of goods and services (2004)
- Alberta's exports are expected to rise by 2.5% in real terms through 2007
- The consumer/household sector is estimated to remain robust to 2007 with spending to grow at 3.2% annully
- Alberta's average weekly earnings are only second to Ontario's
Source: Alberta Economic Development alberta-canada.com
High River's Economy
According to the Conference Board of Canada the city of Calgary is expected to have the strongest growth of all cities. This rapid economic growth is expected until 2008 and will include the surrounding municipalities.
Construction Permit Values
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Permits Value Commercial
- 2000 - $6,656,900.00
- 2001 - 4,320,348.00
- 2002 - 4,402,370.00
- 2003 - 3,465,500.00
- 2004 - 1,224,000.00
- 2005 - 5,478,900.00
- 2006 - 9,545,819.00
- 2007 - 7,099,144.00
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Permits Value Industrial
- 2001 - $182,500.00
- 2002 - 996,000.00
- 2003 - 450,000.00
- 2004 - 420,000.00
- 2005 - 630,000.00
- 2006 - 6,475,000.00
- 2007 - 0.00
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Permits Value Institutional
- 2000 - $180,000.00
- 2001 - 2,399,431.00
- 2002 - 4,278,500.00
- 2003 - 3,300,500.00
- 2004 - 1,500.00
- 2005 - 1,130,000.00
- 2006 - 3,768,745.00
- 2007 - 3,390,000.00
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Town of High River Housing Starts
Single Family Dwelling = SFD
Multiple Family Dwelling = MFD
1987 - SFD - 10 - MFD - 2 = $851,400.00
1990 - SFD - 68 - MFD - 133 =$16,960,722.00
1993 - SFD - 51 - MFD - 64 = $11,145,476.00
1996 - SFD - 26 - MFD - 34 = $6,484,250.00
1999 - SFD - 102 -MFD -139 =$25,411,278.00
2000 - SFD - 83 - MFD - 108 = $21,224,139.00
2001 - SFD - 74 - MFD - 78 = $16,825,593.00
2002 - SFD - 81 - MFD - 134 = $23,136,160.00
2003 - SFD - 90 - MFD - 98 = $20,973,920.00
2004 - SFD - 91 - MFD - 61 = $17,754,920.00
2005 - SFD - 75 - MFD - 78 = $25,049,820.00
2006 - SFD 120 - MFD - 146 = $41,663,825.00
2007 - SFD 76 - MFD - 188 = $40,301,730.00
Location
Over 100 years later, true to its roots, High River remains The Meeting Place. Now, High River meets the best of all worlds: agriculture and commerce, rural community values and modern lifestyles. A little to the west is the recreation and beauty of the Rockies, while a mere 30 minute drive north is Calgary, the economic and cultural centre of Alberta.
This is the place to visit and enjoy, a place to stop and to put down roots. A modern town with a western tradition, High River truly is the best of all worlds.
Many people choose to retire to High River, settling into one of a number of retirement complexes or affordable homes. Curling, golfing, and volunteering with community programs, shopping and visiting, keeps this group of High Riverites active.
Young families too are drawn to High River, secure in the knowledge that children are safe to play in any one of the numerous playgrounds, or take part in bowling, skating, swimming, day camps, library and museum programs.
Location
Proximity to Major Centers
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| Calgary (city centre) |
65
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40
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40 minutes |
| Calgary International Airport |
76
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47
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54 minutes |
| Edmonton, Alberta |
375
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233
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3 hours, 50 minutes |
| Vancouver, British Columbia |
1033
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642
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12 hours |
| Toronto, Ontario |
3513
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2183
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35 hours, 26 minutes |
| United States Border (Coutts, Alberta crossing) |
267
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166
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2 hours, 52 minutes |
It is important to note that time required is calculated based on 'ideal' traffic and weather conditions.
Canamex Corridor Of Innovation http://www.trans.gov.ab.ca/Content/doctype59/production/Canamex%20Trade%20Brochure.pdf
The province of Alberta has been moving aggressively in the development of the CANAMEX Corridor in Western Canada. They have programmed CA$1.4 billion to upgrade their portion of the CANAMEX highway to four lanes from their border with Montana in British Columbia in the northwest corner of their province by 2007.
High River is ideally situated to service southern Alberta to the United States border.
After the Little Britches Parade
Economic Base
High River has developed as a major service center for its surrounding district. Situated in the heart of the prosperous ranches and farms of southern Alberta, High River has drawn its major economic strength from agriculture. A good growing season and moderate climate contribute to the overall agricultural prosperity of this region. Not surprisingly, machinery dealerships, livestock services, major meat processing, bulk suppliers and a distillery (utilizing local agriculture produce) have located in High River. High River is also fortunate to have vast deposits of natural gas and petroleum in close proximity.
Demographics
2004 High River Characteristics
- Age 0 - 4 577 - (6.1%)
- Age 5 - 14 1294 - (13.6%)
- Age 15 - 19 630 - (6.6%)
- Age 20 - 24 402 - (4.2%)
- Age 25 - 44 2290 - (24%)
- Age 45 - 54 1271 - (13.3%)
- Age 55 - 64 1144 - (12%)
- Age 65 - 74 993 - (10.7%)
- Age 75 + 678 - (7.1%)
Total 9522
Source: 2004 Municipal Census Growth
- Average growth (15 years) = 4.49%
- Future Projections at Estimated Growth Factors
* 2006 11,087 4% 11,518 6%
* 2008 11.991 4% 12,942 6%
* 2010 12.970 4% 14,542 6%
Based on 2004 Municipal Census data
Farm Size
Top five types of farms:
- cattle 45.4%
- misc specialty 24.2%
- grain Oilseed 11.6%
- filed crop 8.9%
- wheat 3.6%
As High River has grown in importance as a service center, a number of public services have located in the town. Today, a modern hospital, a full school system, agriculture and public health offices, the Municipal District of Foothills #31 and other administrative agencies have their headquarters in High River.
Local commerce has expanded with the town’s growth. Three small malls, a variety of unique shops, some well known retail chains and an extensive commercial section are patronized by residents, who prefer the convenience, quality and value that High River provides.
In April 2005, High River participated in a regional project to survey businesses to update the business directory hosted on AlbertaFirst.com and collect baseline data to identify industry structure and exporters in the Calgary Region. Over 700 businesses were contacted in High River by Highwood Business Development Corporation. For a detailed directory go to albertafirst.com/directory and search High River.
Retail & Services
- High River provides a variety of retail outlets and services for the community and surrounding area.
- High River is a retail and service center for approximately 30,000 people with a potential to reach the expansive Calgary trade market.
- The Town of High River has several key retail areas:
* High River has unique retail shops for local artisans, silversmiths, leatherworks, and art galleries.
High River has recognized major retailers;
* Car dealerships (national & international)
High River Honda Country Chrysler
Ranchland Ford High River Toyota
High River Autoplex & RV High Country Chevrolet & Oldsmobile Ltd
* Extra Foods
* Home Hardware
* Pharmasave
* Peavy Mart
* Sears
* Sobey's
* Shoppers Drug Mart
Real Estate Agencies
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Century 21 Foothills Real Estate
609D Centre ST SE
Tel: (403) 652-2121
21foothills.ca
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J. Ross Real Estate
145 Macleod Tr SW
Tel: (403) 652-4020
jrossrealestate.com
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Re/Max Classic Realty
Centre St & 3 Ave SE
TEL: (403) 652-5555
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Royal LePage Highwood Real Estate
311 1 St SW
Tel: (403) 652-4222
royallepage.ca
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CIR Realty Ltd.
618 Centre St SE
Tel: (403) 652-3030
Fax: (403) 601-6316
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Coldwell Banker South Realty
415 – 1 St SW
Tel: (403) 652-3432
Fax: (403) 652-2218
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shopping around town
Economic Facts
Business Development and Business Licenses Contact:
Melissa Scaman
Economic Development Officer
Town of High River
Tel: (403) 652-2110
Fax: 403) 652-2396
mscaman@highriver.ca
highriver.ca
Cargill Foods began production at its $50 million beef processing facility in the summer of 1989 and employs approximately 2000 people. Cargill is now producing quality beef and beef by-products from its fully-integrated plant for markets throughout North America and around the world.
Highwood Distillers Ltd., a private Alberta company, distills, ages, blends, bottles and markets a broad line of fine spirits.The principal markets for its spirits are the four western provinces of Canada. Approximately 10 % of production is destined for markets in the U.S.A. and other Canadian provinces. Highwood, which commenced operations 30 years ago, now has approximately 25 employees most of whom are engaged at its production facilities in High River.
Rollover Premium Food Ltd., a rapidly growing company with sales of approximately $5 million annually produces premium pet food. Currently 'Rollover' employees 39 people and is experiencing a growth of 20% a year shipping nationally and internationally.
Business Services
- High River has all major professional services to support and encourage business development
- High River has a thriving real estate industry, which offers both residential and commercial services.
- High River has a number of accounting and law firms to support business development.
- High River has representation from most national banks and is home to the new western Canadian Bank West.
- High River has business support services in Highwood Business Development Center a Community Futures Development Corp. dedicated to business planning.
- High River & District Chamber of Commerce provides membership benefits to the local business community.
Market Research & Demographic Information
Price Comparison Survey - Completed by Alberta Economic Development in May 2004
alberta-canada.com/statpub/files/pdf/priceCompSurv2003.pdf
For Further In-depth Information
Financial Institutions
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Bank of Montreal
121 1 St SW
Tel: (403) 652-2378
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Bank West
103 309 1 St SW
Tel: (403) 652-2107
Toll Free 1-888-440-2265
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CIBC
403 1 St SW
Tel: (403) 652-2022
Toll Free 1-800 465-2422
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Community Savings
319 Centre St SW
Tel: (403) 652-2919
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TD Bank
315 Macleod Tr SW
Tel: (403) 652-2921
Toll Free 1-866 222-3456
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Royal Bank
102 3 Ave SW
Tel: (403) 652-2351
Toll Free 1-800 769-2511
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ScotiaBank
40 – 30 – 3 Ave SE
Tel: (403) 652-5808
Toll Free 1-800 645-0288
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High River's "home grown" financial institution the Western Financial Group Inc. is enjoying success with an expansion to 135 employees in a new building in 2005/2006. westernfinancialgroup.net
Utilities
Town of High River Water Supply
High River’s water is supplied by 9 aquifer wells. The recently upgraded system has a reservoir capacity of 3,000,000 gallons. This new system is designed to accommodate a population of about 20,000 people, so it will meet High River’s needs for some time to come. The town’s consumption averages about 2,000,000 gallons per day. In addition, the Town supplies Cargill with about 1,500,000 gallons per day.
Waste Management
All new areas of High River are equipped with curb, gutter and storm sewer lines to manage excess storm or rain water. Sewage treatment is provided by an aerated lagoon which has the capacity for a population of about 12,000.
As well, the regional landfill site recyles usable items of furniture, building materials, books, clothing and the like.
There is a daily garbage pick-up for commercial establishments and weekly pick-ups from residences. The Foothills Regional Landfill Site, six miles north and west of the town, also has provisions for the collection of empty chemical containers.
Electrical Power
Natural Gas
Atco Gas
Tel: (403) 245-7888
atcogas.com
Telephone
Telus
Tel: (403) 310-3100
telus.com
Cable Television
Shaw Cable
Tel: (800) 400-9605
shaw.ca
Taxation
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| Municipal Tax Rate |
5.4725 |
5.4725 |
| Education - Alberta School Foundation Fund Tax Rate |
2.8785 |
4.9800 |
| Education Opted Out Tax Rate |
2.8785 |
4.9800 |
| Seniors Lodge Accommodation Tax Rate |
.0925 |
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Mill Rates (2007)
Residential – Public 8.4435
Residential – Separate 8.4435
Non-Residential – Public 10.5450
Non-Residential – Separate 10.5450
For further information on Business taxation contact: alberta-canada.com/investLocate/taxation.cfm
Transportation
Air Services
High River has a modern airport which is served by charter companies and is equipped for night use. It is located 5.6 km (3.5 miles) south of High River on Highway 2A and offers all-weather facilities. The longest runway is 912 meters (3000 feet). The airport offers hanger services, as well as fuel and maintenance facilities. A flight school also operates at the High River airport. The nearest commercial airport with scheduled passenger services and air freight facilities is the Calgary International Airport, some 60 km to the north.
Rail Services
Spur trackage for commercial or industrial purposes is available through CP Rail.
Highways
High River is well serviced by modern highways and secondary roads, as follows:
Highway #2, is Alberta’s main north-south traffic corridor, intersects High River at the town’s industrial area in the southeast. It is a four-lane highway, serving to link High River with Calgary and Lethbridge and on to the United States border and on into Mexico.
Highway #2A is a two-lane, paved secondary road, that passes through High River in a north-south direction, paralleling Highway #2.
Highway #23 is a two-lane, paved secondary road that serves to link High River with eastern and central areas of the province. It intersects High River in the town’s southeastern corner.
Highway #543 is a two-lane paved, secondary road that leads directly into the Kananaskis recreation area and the oilfields communities of Black Diamond and Turner Valley. It joins High River in its northwestern corner.
Trucking Services
Complete trucking services are available from local trucking firms. Flat deck service, vans, freight pick-up and delivery, hauling of explosives or liquor, inter-provincial trucking and same-day service to Calgary, is available.
Bus Services
Greyhound Bus Lines provides High River with passenger and freight services seven days per week.greyhound.ca
There is also a commuter bus to and from Calgary daily.
Good Company Travel
Tel: (403) 601-8366
Courier Services
Courier sevice to all world destinations is provided daily.
Fedex
fedex.com
Purolator
purolator.com
DHL
dhl.ca
Canada Post
canadapost.ca
UPS
ups.com
Handi-Bus, taxi and limousine services are available.
Community Lifestyle
Young and old alike enjoy the friendly country lifestyle surrounded by the beauty of the foothills and mountains, supporting the community businesses encouraging growth and prosperity for all.
Special Annual Events/Attractions
January - Curling, Hockey, Bowling
February - Winter Sports, Family Day Events
March - Agricultural Society Auction, Fish and Wildlife Dinner, Figure Skating Carnival
April - Windmill Theatre Productions, High River Music Festival, Senior Pro Rodeo, Chamber of Commerce Trade Fair, Rotary Club Garage Sale
May - Little Britches Rodeo and Parade, Old Time Ranch Days
June - North American Chuckwagon Championships, Guy Weadick Rodeo, High River Otters Swim Meet
July - Canada Day Celebrations and Fireworks
August - High River Hockey School, Highland Games
September - Labour Day Golf Tournament, Charity Slow Pitch Tournament, Community Connections, High River & District Handicraft Guild, River City Classics - Show N Shine
October - Highwood Concert Series, Small Business Week
November - Arts Alive, Windmill Theatre Productions
December - Santa Claus Parade, Community Christmas Skating Party, Community Christmas Fair, Bull Busting Event
Regular Thursday Farmers Markets are held throughout the summer.
Hospitality
Accommodation
4 motels and 2 hotels in town and 4 bed and breakfasts
Heritage Inn
Tel: (403) 652-3834 |
High River Motel
Tel: (403) 652-4339 |
Foothills Motel
Tel: (403) 652-1395 |
Smiley's Gateway Hotel
Tel: (403) 652-1738
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Super 8 Motel
Tel: (403) 652-4448
Toll Free 1-866-831-8558 |
Ramada (opening soon) |
| Holiday Inn Express (under construction) |
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Restaurants
High River has many restaurants which provide a full range of dining experiences including Chinese food, deli, western and fast food.
A & W Restaurant Tel: (403) 601-3801
Beef N Brew Restaurant & Lounge Tel: (403) 652-2388
Canton Chinese Restaurant Tel: (403) 652-3935
Carlson's on Macleod Tel: (403) 601-8774
Chris's on 5th Ave Tel: (403) 652-3170
Colossi's Coffee House Tel: (403) 652-2181
Domino's Pizza Tel: (403) 601-3200
Evelyn's Memory Lane Cafe Tel: (403) 652-1887
Golden National Restaurant Tel: (403) 652-4364
Heritage Inn Seasons Cafe & Eatery Tel: (403) 652-3834
High River Dairy Queen Tel: (403) 601-8420
High River Inn Restaurant Tel: (403) 652-7733
High River 2 for 1 Pizza Tel: (403) 652-2100
Hitchin Post Drive-In Tel: (403) 652-2966
Joey's Only Seafood Restaurant & Lounge Tel: (403) 601-2929
KFC Tel: (403) 652-3663
McDonald's Restaurant Tel: (403) 652-1919
My Pizza & Steak House & Lounge Tel: (403) 652-2262
P & H Family Restaurants Tel: (403) 601-3802
Picasso's Pizza Tel: (403) 652-5100
Pioneer Restaurant & Dining Lounge Tel: (403) 652-3016
Smitty's Restaurant & Lounge Tel: (403) 652-1350
South Fork Tel: (403) 652-3787
Subway Sandwiches & Salads Tel: (403) 652-2563
Sunshine Lake
Education
High River has an excellent education system with elementary, middle schools, high schools, as well as post-secondary institutions.
Public Schools are part of:
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Foothills School Division #38
120 5 Ave SW
High River
Tel: (403) 652-3001
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Highwood High School
Tel: (403) 652-5500
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Ecole Joe Clark School
Tel: (403) 652-2020
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Ecole Senator Riley School
Tel: (403) 652-2346
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Spitzee Elementry School
Tel: (403) 652-2376
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Separate schools are part of:
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Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools
46 Elma St
Okotoks, AB
Tel: (403) 938-2659
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Mother Teresa House
Tel: (403) 652-3521
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Holy Spirit Academy
Tel: (403) 652-2231
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Notre Dame Collegiate
Tel: (403) 652-2231
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Additional Schools:
Education Plus
1204 10 St SE
High River, AB
Tel: (403) 601-4640
Early childhood services are provided by a parent-run program. Daycare, day homes and school services are also available in town.
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High River Nursery School Association
115 8 Ave SE High River, AB
Tel: (403) 652-4698
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The Play Centre
Tel: (403) 652-4292
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Post Secondary
Foothills Continuing Education Council offer education courses in partnership with Community Education Resources.
Bow Valley College has a pre-employment program in High River and the Academy of Learning has extensive computer training at their High River location.
Academy of Learning 2 28 12 Ave SE
High River, AB
Tel: (403) 652-2116
bowvalleyc.ab.ca
The close proximity to Calgary allows students the opportunity to attend post-secondary institutions easily.
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology Tel: (403) 284-7248
sait.ab.ca
Devry Canada Tel: (403) 263-3450
devry.ca
For assistance in locating adult education resources and to determine funding resources for your new career path contact:
HBDC (Highwood Business Development Corporation)
Tel: (403) 652-3700
hbdc.net
Health Care
The area is under the jurisdiction of Calgary Health Region. Visit their web site at calgaryhealthregion.ca for more information.
High River Hospital
560 9 Ave SW
High River, AB T1V 1B3
Tel: (403) 652-2200
calgaryhealth.ca
The High River General Hospital and Nursing Home is a Regional Hospital that was opened in July 1982. It has 32 beds for active treatment; 75 long term care beds and a 24 hour paramedic service.
The Public Health Unit
310 Macleod Tr SW
Box 5638
High River, AB T1V 1M7
Tel: (403) 652-5450
The Public Health Unit, with its regional office in High River, provides medical services for the town and the surrounding area. Its Public Health Nursing Department operates a preventive health program, which includes prenatal classes, post-natal home visits, child health clinics, immunization programs for preschool and school age children and an environmental health program.
Foothills Foundation (Seniors)
Tel: (403) 652-8600
Medicine Tree Place (Seniors)
Tel: (403) 652-3104
High River’s other health services include:
- Specialists
- Doctors
- Chiropractors
- Dentists
- Denturists
- Optometrists
High River Regional Hospital
Emergency Services
The area is a “911” region for connection to all emergency services.
Fire Protection
High River has two fire stations and enjoys a number one rating on fire insurance. A full time paid Fire Chief, a full time deputy, a fire captain and two firefighters with 30 volunteer fire fighters staff a firehall equipped with seven bays and a firehouse.
Station #1 is a Fire Hall in the main area of the town with a full compliment of equipment.
Main Fire Hall
1010 5 ST SE
High River, AB
Tel: (403) 652-3774
Station #2 is a Firehouse in the residential area of the northwest. It is complimented with a number of safety features and environmentally friendly construction components as well as fire equipment.
Firehouse
1018 Highland Green Dr NW
High River, AB
Tel: (403) 601-8694
There are two town pumpers, one ariel (75’) pumper, one rescue truck and one bush buggy, all fully equipped. There are also three rural trucks, one pumper, one tanker and one compressed air foam truck owned by the Municipal District and operated by the fire department.
Ambulance Services
Paramedic Ambulance service is available in High River
FREMS 309 Macleod Tr SW
High River, AB T1V 1Z5
Tel: (403) 652-3111
frems.ab.ca
Police Services
High River is serviced by a local detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police
R.C.M.P. Hwy 2A & 14 St SE
High River, AB
Tel: (403) 652-2356
rcmp-grc.gc.ca
The Town of High River also has three Special Constables responsible for enforcing local legislation, animal control and some provincial legislation and minor criminal code offences.
Municipal Enforcement
The Municipal District of Foothills has three Special Constables responsible for traffic and minor criminal code offences. They are also part of the Regional Emergency Management Team.
For additional information and list of providers for emergency services contact: www.municipalaffairs.gov.ab.ca/ema/
High River Fire Hall
Community Services
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Centennial Library
909 1 St SW High River, AB Tel: (403) 652-2917 tracpac.ca
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Museum of the Highwood
4 Ave & 1 St SW
High River, AB
Tel: (403) 652-7156
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Culture Centre
251 9 Ave SW High River, AB Tel: (403) 652-4668 highriver.ca
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Parent Link Centre
509 1 St SW High River, AB Tel: (403) 652-8633 child.gov.ab.ca
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Advocacy in Motion
126 9 Ave SE High River, AB Tel: (403) 652-4161 footaim.com
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Recreation Facilities
Bob Snodgrass RecPlex
5 St & 12 Ave NE
High River, AB
Tel: (403) 652-4042
highriver.ca
The Town of High River communities and the High River Bob Snodgrass RecPlex have numerous facilities for all active High Riverites.
| 1 Pool |
2 Ice Surfaces |
| 1 outdoor rink |
4 Sheets of Curling ice |
| 9 Ball diamonds |
8 Play grounds |
| 7 Soccer fields |
3 Tennis Courts |
| Skateboard Park |
Water Spray Park |
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High River has approximately 22 kilometers of scenic paved pathways that wind through the quiet treed neighborhoods and river area of High River. Jogging, bike riding, roller-blading, or just strolling, High River's 'Happy Trails' are a pleasant way to spend leisure time.
George Lane Campgrounds run by the Lions Club of High River, is situated in beautiful downtown High River adjacent to the Highwood River. The heavily treed campground features a bandshell, a horseshoe pit, community barbeque area, playgrounds as well as ball diamonds. George Land has camping for trailers with or without power and a dumping station.
For other area campgrounds: www.explorealberta.com/Alberta_Campgrounds.htm
Highwood Golf & Country Club Box 5503 High River, AB Tel: (403) 652-2402 highwoodgolf.com
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Rio Vista Golf Course
3 2 St NE High River, AB
Tel: (403) 652-1443
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Community Organizations
- High River Mural Society – Historical Mural Project
- Highwood Memorial Center
- Windmill Theatre Players
Service Clubs
- High River Lions Club
- High River Masonic Organizations
- High River Rotary
- Independent Order of Oddfellows Association
- Kinsmen
- Knights of Columbus
Religious Services
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Baha'i Faith
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Christian Science Services
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Church of Jesus Crist of Latter-Day Saints
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Full Gospel Tabernacle
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High River Alliance Church
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High River Christian Women's Club
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Jehovah's Witnesses
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Good Sheperd Lutheran Church
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High River Baptist Church
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High River Christian Reformed Church
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High River Ministerial Association
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High River United Church
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New Hope Church
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The Salvation Army
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St. Benedict's Anglican Church
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St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church
Recycling Depot
Recycling is at the west side of the parking lot at the Bob Snodgrass RecPlex.
- paper - standard white paper
- milk jugs - washed, with no lids
- magazines
- tins - clean and crushed
- cardboard - empty and flattened
- newspaper
- grass clippings and tree branches
Media Services
Municipal
Town of High River 309B Macleod Trail SW High River, Alberta Canada T1V 1Z5 Tel: (403) 652-2110 Fax: (403) 652-2396 E-Mail: info@highriver.ca |
Town of High River
Communications Specialist
Sheena Read 309B Macleod Trail SW High River, Alberta Canada T1V 1Z5 Tel: (403) 652-2110 Fax: (403) 652-2396 E-Mail: sread@highriver.ca |
In addition to a full-time staff of town administrators, local residents serve on the town's many boards, committees and commissions, providing insight into the many areas of the town's concerns.
High River is the administrative centre for the Municipal District of Foothills #31 which governs the rural areas and hamlets south of Calgary, Municipal Government Committees include:
- Airport Commission
- Ambulance Committee
- Assessment Review Board
- Development Appeal Board
- Disaster Services
- Family & Community Support Services
- Foothills Foundation Foothills
- Regional Services Committee
- Library Board
- Memorial Centre Board
- Municipal Planning Commission
- Municipal Policing Committee
- Museum Board
- Recreation Board
Provincial
Alberta AG-Info Center Postal Bag 600 Stettler, AB T0C 2L0 Toll Free: 866-882-7677 agric.gov.ab.ca |
Fish & Wildlife District Office
Tel: (403) 652-8330
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Rural Community Mental Health
Tel: (403) 652-8340
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Alberta Infrastructure & Transportation
Commercial Enforcement Branch
Box 5201
309 Macleod Tr SW
High River, AB T1V 1M4
Tel: (403) 652-8359
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Federal
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Canada Post
105 1 St SW
High River, AB T1V 1A0
Tel: (403) 652-2868
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Royal Canadian Mounted Police
1104 14 St SE
High River, AB T1V 1W2
Tel: (403) 652-2357
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Climate
The weather in High River is varied and pleasant. Sesonably moderate temperatures provide for many outdoor and recreational activities and a significant growing season. We are located in the chinook belt of Alberta, bringing warm winds throughout the winter that can change the temperature from freezing cold to balmy within a few hours.
Average Temperature
January
Maximum temperature -2.9 celcius
Minimum temperature -16.2
Mean temperature or - 8.9
July
Maximum temperature 23.3
Minimum temperature 8.6
Mean temperature 16.2
Annual Precipitation 416.8
Days of Sunshine 336.5
Wind Speed 16.6 km/h W and NW
Source: Environment Canada
For additional weather information contact: climate.weatheroffice.ec.gc.ca
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High River, Alberta, Canada