Sexsmith
http://www.sexsmith.ca
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Come visit us in Sexsmith
Share the Spirit...Sexsmith
Where town and country meet!
Where big city opportunities and quiet country living form the ultimate combination. Only a few minutes away from the City of Grande Prairie, and nestled in an agricultural area rich with natural resources, Sexsmith is truly the land of opportunity. One of the greatest potentials in the area is value added products produced from local resources.
Add to this the unique setting of a restoration project that has transformed Sexsmith’s downtown core back to 20’s and 30’s theme. Sexsmith’s treasures include the Sexsmith Blacksmith Shop, a provincial historical site built in 1916, and one the best examples in Canada of an early smithy. Further expanding on the old time theme is the old railway station and caboose on the tracks, downtown streetscape of structures still standing with the boomtown fronts and wooden frames, a liver barn, three standing elevators, old time churches, a gazebo, vintage clock, and street lighting.
But don’t be misled by the tranquility of our landscape, as underneath is a bustling business community spinning off the rich resources of our area, where excellent opportunities await those willing to venture forth. Multi-national companies have discovered the potential of Sexsmith and chosen to locate here. The opportunities are endless.
Sexsmith is the ideal place to raise a family as we have excellent educational, cultural, and sports facilities, which cater to our young people.
Come and be a part of this friendly little community where country charm and big business reside hand in hand – and where the frontier concept of people helping people is still very much a part of our everyday life.
Sexsmith where our roots and future merge. Come build your future with us!
C. Lagace
Mayor
Area Overview
photo: Murray Heinrich
The Town of Sexsmith is one of the oldest and more progressive communities in the Peace River region. In the early 1900's, Sexsmith was known as the "Grain Capital of the British Empire", shipping more grain than any other port in the Empire in 1949.
Today, Sexsmith is a friendly town of over 2,255 people. The area is one of the largest grain-producing areas in the world and the combination of fertile soil and hard-working, community-minded people, who have managed to provide excellent education, religious, recreational and cultural facilities and programs, continues to make Sexsmith a great place to live and raise a family.
Location
The Town of Sexsmith is located in the County of Grande Prairie #1, in northwest Alberta. It is only a 12 minute drive south to Grande Prairie on Highway 2.
Economic Base
Sexsmith is a bedroom community to the City of Grande Prairie, as evidenced by the large proportion of the labour force [50%] that work in Grande Prairie.
Nevertheless, the local economy of Sexsmith is based on agriculture, given its location in one of the largest grain-producing areas in the world.
Economic Facts
Major Businesses Products/Services
Arclin
Financial Institutions
Royal Bank
Alberta Treasury Branch
Utilities
Sexsmith has partnered with the City of Grande Prairie and the County of Grande Prairie, under the umbrella of Aquatera, to ensure a more than adequate water supply for all the Town's future needs.
Sexsmith has a sewage lagoon that will not need replacing for some time.
Taxation
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| Municipal Tax Rate |
8.2972 |
18.5862 |
| Education - Alberta School Foundation Fund Tax Rate |
2.0244 |
2.1860 |
| Seniors Lodge Accommodation Tax Rate |
0 75%.0342 |
0.0342 |
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The Town offers a tax incentive package for developers of residential and commercial/industrial properties.
NO BUSINES TAX - for new commercial tax assessment and residential developers.
Upon request, Town Council wil give:
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75% reduction on municipal taxation only - 1st year of operation
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50% reduction on municipal taxation only - 2nd year of operation
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25% reduction on municipal taxation only - 3rd year of operation
Complete taxation beginning with 4th year of operation.
Transportation
Air Services
Air service is provided from the Grande Prairie Airport. The airport is operated and maintained by the Federal Ministry of Transport. The airport provides daily scheduled Air Carrier Service, including aircraft refuelling, parking, maintenance and storage. Other services include aircraft/helicopter commercial operations/charters, rental cars, taxi, limousine service and cafeteria amenities. As well, air cargo can be shipped to any part of the world.
Rail Services
Sexsmith is served by Canadian National Railways.
Highways
Connecting highways are Highway 2 south to Grande Prairie and north to Rycroft, Highway 59 west to the British Columbia border, and Secondary Road 674 east to Teepee Creek.
Trucking Firms
Served by local and Grande Prairie companies. Couriers and Taxis Served by Grande Prairie taxi and courier companies.
Community Lifestyle
Recreation
Local recreational facilities include Heritage Park [30 amp power & water hookup for R.V's, fire pits, freewood, free showers, flush toilets, picnic tables, stocked fish pond, 9-hole miniature golf, horseshoe pitch], the Sexsmith Arena [full slate of winter programs], curling rink [4-sheets], 4 ball diamonds, 2 tennis courts, a BMX/Skateboard park and also basketball courts.
Golf courses include the Spruce Meadows Golf and Country Club [18-holes], and the Morningview Park Golf Course [9-holes], as well as golf courses in Grande Prairie.
Community Organizations
Community organizations include:
- Sexsmith Curling Club
- Saddle Hills Endurance Riders
- Sexsmith Slow Pitch League
- TOPS Club #3991, Bear Lake
- Sexsmith & Webster Trail Riders
- Sexsmith Firefighter Society
- Sexsmith & District Museum Society
- Order of the Royal Purple
- Sexsmith & District Recreation Board
- Royal Canadian Legion #60
- Rural Comunity Learning Network
- 1st Sexsmith Cubs, Beavers & Guides
- 4H
- Little League Ball
- Sexsmith Dance Club
- Sexsmith Figure Skating Club
- Sexsmith Indoor Playroom Society
- Sexsmith Minor Hockey
Religious Services
- Christ Lutheran Church
- Emmanuel Anglican Church
- Grace Bible Fellowship
- Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church
Attractions
Attractions in the Sexsmith area include the Sexsmith Blacksmith's Shop Museum, a fully restored Provincial Historic Site, which was built in 1916. It contains 10,000 artifacts. The restored Northern Alberta Railway Station was a shipping point for the region and led to Sexsmith being known as the "Grain Capital of the British Empire".
Hospitality
Accommodation
Sexsmith Hotel
Restaurants
Sexsmith Tavern
Sexsmith Hotel Cafe
Sexsmith Kitchen
WHY BUILD IN SEXSMITH?
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There is an excellent choice of properties available for family housing construction with lots available from three developers in three separate areas of Town.
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Commercial/industrial subdivisions are currently available for development.
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Lot prices are cheaper than the neighboring communities and residential lots are generally larger in size.
WHY LIVE IN SEXSMITH?
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Town is on a long-term, stable water source.
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Excellent public and separate schools from K-12 with beginnings available in Sexsmith Playschool.
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New separate school to open in 2010.
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Home of Peace River Bible Institute, a private religious college of international renown
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Family oriented community which strives to provide as many services as possible for children and families through our Family and Community Support Services Co-ordinator
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Safe, quiet community where everyone takes a vested interest in looking out for everyone.
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Excellent library complete with all electronic services and many children’s programs.
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Plenty of community spirit and involvement – not just a bedroom community but one in which people become active participants such as in our annual celebrations of:
Volunteer Celebration
Volunteer Week in May
Town Garage Sale Day
2nd Saturday in May
Chautauqua Day
'Old Fashioned Family Fair'
1st Saturday in June
Kids' Place Summer Day camps
July & August
Sexsmith Exhibition
Showcase of area groups & organizations
September
Terry Fox Run
3rd Sunday in September
Remembrance Day Service
November 11th
Downtown Christmas Light-Up
1st Friday Evening in December
Reverse Santa Parade
1st Saturday in December
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Excellent volunteer Fire Department to provide fire suppression and control and emergency medical co-response
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Vast number of recreation facilities such as: new Sexsmith and Area Community Centre for soccer and junior football playing fields, home for Sexsmith Playschool and Indoor Playroom Society; new addition to Sexsmith Civic Centre for home for Gymnastics Club, arena, curling rink, and ball parks.
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There are many service organizations, always looking for members, that assist the Town in projects.
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Excellent doctors and clinic serving the municipality and surrounding community.
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New Sexsmith Clinic, to open in 2010, that will house physio therapy, druggist, doctors, etc.
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Sexsmith has the best snow clearing program in the north.
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The Town is home to the Heritage Park and smaller community parks complete with playground equipment. Heritage Park has 13 serviced stalls available for camping or day use to take advantage of stocked fishing pond or mini-golf.
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The Town has resence of natural wildlife out your backdoor.
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Sexsmith is close proximity to large centre which provides all amenities of major city
Education
Sexsmith is part of the Peace Wapiti Regional School Division #33, headquartered in Grande Prairie [Tel: 780-532-8133], and the Grande Prairie Roman Catholic Separate School District, also headquartered in Grande Prairie [Tel: 780-532-3013].
Daycare/Nursery
Sexsmith Playschool
Public
Public schools in Sexsmith include Sexsmith Elementary School [K-6] and Sexsmith Secondary School [7-12].
Separate
St. Mary's Roman Catholic Separate School provides education for Grades K to 9 and will be opening a NEW school in 2010.
Private
Peace River Bible Institute
Post Secondary
Post-secondary education opportunities are available at Grande Prairie Regional College.
Health Care
Health care is provided for from Grande Prairie. Queen Elizabeth II Hospital is a fully-accredited, modern-day hospital committed to providing excellent patient care. It is a regional health care facility that employs over 1,000 people who, collectively, care for more than 10,000 patients and more than 100,000 out-patients annually.
Services for seniors include the Lifeline, a personal emergency response system, seniors wellness clinics, and a seniors apartment block with 18 self-contained units.
The Town of Sexsmith is currently building a new three million dollar medical clinic that will house our doctors, a physiotherapist, a druggist, etc. It will be opening in 2010.
Emergency Services
Fire Protection
Sexsmith is served by a 25-member volunteer fire department [call 911 for emergencies].
Police Services
Sexsmith is served by the Grande Prairie detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police [RCMP] [Tel: 780-538-5700] and by Peace Officers of the County of Grande Prairie. (780-532-9727).
Ambulance Services
Local ambulance service is avalable [call 911 for emergencies].
Community Services
Services in Sexsmith:
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A landfill partnership in the West Grande Prairie Regional Solid Waste Authority.
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A new water provision through municipal partnership in Aquatera Utilities Inc.
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Sports facilities for curling, hockey, soccer, football, and figure skating.
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Outstanding school facilities, with three regular schools and a bible college that is growing by leaps and bounds with a three million-dollar plus expansion taking place right now. Approximately 50% of all taxes are requisitioned from the province for education purposes.
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Pre-school programs, ranging from library programs, a structured playschool program and Indoor Playroom.
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New facility for Playschool, Indoor Playroom, FCSS, and new sports fields for soccer and junior football.
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Seniors apartments with a recreation centre that is available to residents and to the surrounding area. New seniors’ “Aging in Place” residences in the planning.
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Easy access to all facilities that are available during a wide variety of times.
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The Sexsmith Sentinel, a free community newsletter, keeps people informed of upcoming events and reports on community activities.
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Single point contact for business development, with prompt, personal attention.
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Town office open five days a week, 8:30 a.m. –12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. for your convenience.
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Home to five churches, giving a choice for spiritual leadership.
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Downtown revitalization project that restructured the downtown core in a '20's and 30's theme.
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An excellent library with every up-to-date service and programming.
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Snow removal - second to none- where streets and back-alleys are kept open and accessible. In the summertime, street sweeping is carried out.
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An active Family and Community Support Services department that provides assistance in programs and services.
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A volunteer fire department that is very well trained for fire and emergency response situations.
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Complete fire coverage during the working day through a one-of-a-kind mutual training program with Peace River Bible Institute.
Community pride is evidenced through the Museum Society and the Revitalization program, both of which are continuously working on new projects. They assure us of our history and maintaining our roots.
Municipal
Town of Sexsmith
Box 420
Sexsmith, Alberta
T0H 3C0
Tel: 780-568-3681
Fax: 780-568-2200
www.sexsmith.ca
Carolyn Gaunt
Town Manager
Email: cgaunt@sexsmith.ca
Town Hall-Administration Tel: 780-568-3681
Public Library Tel: 780-568-4333
Public Works Tel: 780-568-3070
Family & Community Support Services Tel: 780-568-4345
Sexsmith Sentinel Newspaper Tel: 780-568-3695
Federal
Canada Post
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Sexsmith, Alberta, Canada