Acme
Welcome
... to the Village of Acme. We hope that this site will allow you, as a potential resident, businessperson, or visitor, a peek into our friendly community, where you will discover "Country Living at its Best"!
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The Village of Acme, located northeast of the City of Calgary, has many things to offer from a variety of recreational activities and community involvement, to business opportunities.
The beautiful tree lined streets, recognized by the Green Streets Canada Program, make it a peaceful, beautiful place to reside.
With just a short 45 minute drive to both Calgary and Drumheller, residents can enjoy the quiet and safe country life while still being able to access major amenities.
Acme has both residential and commercial land available including a seniors self-contained housing unit.
Community spirit is evident in the thriving village as the residents work together to provide community events.
Activities such as the annual Sports Day and Flower Show bring the community closer together. It is hard to get bored in the community with the vast network of clubs and the large variety of well-maintained recreational facilities and parks.
Our friendly community of 656 invites you to consider a move to our growing village and to explore the professional and commercial business opportunities.
History
Acme officially became a village on July 10, 1910. Over the century it has grown from a population of 190 to its current 656. The village offers a wide variety of amenities including educational, postal, and government services.
The name Acme means "highest point on the map" and is appropriate as the village was located at the north end of the railway construction line map.
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The agricultural and trucking based community has grown immensely over the years and is looking to expand.
Area Overview
Located 75 km northeast of Calgary, the Village of Acme was incorporated on July 7, 1910, on the same day when the first passenger and freight train arrived. This was the first incorporated village in the area of the M.D. of Kneehill.
The name "Acme" was given by CPR surveyors and was the highest point of the map used in the early days. Acme was the end of the CPR railroad until 1921 when the railway was extended to Drumheller.
Prior to 1912, the CPR railway was built from Calgary to Edmonton via Beiseker to Three Hills and from Calgary to Saskatoon via Drumheller. Acme was the point of supply for a large area. Many early family histories mention stepping off the train at Acme prior to settling in the area.
Today, the Acme district is a rich agricultural area. Oil and natural gas is also produced in and around the Acme region.
Acme officially became a village on July 10, 1910. Over the century it has grown from a population of 190 to its current 648. The village offers a wide variety of amenities including educational, postal, and government services.
Location
The Village of Acme is located in Kneehill County. It is 13 km north of the Village of Beiseker and 78 km northeast of the City of Calgary.
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Longitude & Latitude
Longitude: 113 degrees 30'
Latitude: 51 degrees 30'
| Calgary (city centre) |
90
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56
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1 hour, 4 minutes |
| Calgary International Airport |
72
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44
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54 minutes |
| Edmonton, Alberta |
299
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186
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3 hours, 10 minutes |
| Vancouver, British Columbia |
1056
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656
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12 hours, 16 minutes |
| Toronto, Ontario |
3418
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2124
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35 hours, 22 minutes |
| United States Border (Coutts, Alberta crossing) |
412
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256
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4 hours, 23 minutes |
*Time required is calculated based on 'ideal' traffic and weather conditions. **Distance is measured from city centre to city centre.
Economic Base
ECONOMIC STRENGTHS
Agriculture
An abundance of productive farmland, clean air and water make Acme an attractive place to live and operate a business. Acme is an agricultural based community, focusing on livestock, extensive livestock and grain operations. It is one of the major employers in the area. Local products include wheat, barley, oats, canola, hay, dairy, beef, cattle, poultry and hogs.
The following tables outline the magnitude of agricultural products in the Region:
Trucking
ACME BUSINESS DIRECTORY
- Acme Driving School
- Agriculture (Sunterra Farms Ltd.)
- Acme DayCare (Curiosity Corner 403-546-0028)
- Auto & heavy duty repair
- Automotive dealership/parts
- Bank (Bank of Montreal)
- Bed & breakfast (Country Village B&B)
- Building supplies, contractors and hardware
- Campground (Frank Fooks Memorial Park)
- Couriers
- Excavating and backhoe services
- Gas stations
- Glass installation and service
- Golf (Acme & District Golf Club)
- Grocery & convenience stores
- Hairdresser
- Hotel/bar (Acme Inn)
- Insurance
- Laundromat
- Postal service
- Restaurants (Acme Pub - Chinese Cuisine, NA&W - Western)
- RV & vehicle storage
- Tradesmen: heating, plumbing & electrical
- Truck & car wash
- Trucking firms
- VHS & DVD movie rentals
Economic Facts
DEMOGRAPHICS
The population of Acme is 656
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Land use and development approvals are reviewed by the Village's Development Officer and the Municipal Planning Commission to ensure orderly and beneficial use of land.
DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Commercial Property
- Contact the Village of Acme office at 403-546-3783 for more information.
Residential Property
- Large lots (60' X 110') in Phase II of Heritage Estates for future development.
- Phase I of Heritage Estates serviced lots are completely sold.
- Adjacent to Golf Course
- Within walking distance to all amenities
- Recreational facilities galore
- Beautiful maintained parks
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 Acme 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.
FURTHER IN-DEPTH INFORMAITON
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
Electrical Power:
FortisAlberta
Epcor
Natural Gas:
Direct Energy Services
Atco
COMMUNICATIONS
Cable Television:
Persona Communications
Telephone:
Telus Communications
Internet Service:
Wildrose Internet Services
Telus Communications
Airenet Internet Services
Acme also has access to all the major radio stations from Calgary and Q91 radio station, which broadcasts from Drumheller. Acme has access to all of the TV stations broadcasting from Calgary.
LOCAL/REGIONAL NEWSPAPERS
WATER, WASTE & SEWER MANAGEMENT
Water Supply
The Village of Acme belongs to the Kneehill Regional Water Services Commission which supplies water to urban & rural municipalities. The water is supplied from the Red Deer River, through the Treatment Plant, located in Drumheller, and then piped to the area. The reservoir capacity, measured in treated substance, is 227 cubic meters.
Water rate is $13.85/1000 gal per each household or $3.05/cubic meter.
Water reservoir's capacity is 150,000 gallons.
Landfill & Waste Management
Sewage treatment is provided by a lagoon consisting of 4 short and 2 long detention ponds.
Industrial, commercial and residential garbage is collected weekly. Acme Transfer Site, Pacific Avenue.
Transfer site only, with 2 bins. Drumheller Waste empties bins twice a week. Cost is $13.50 per month to each household.
For information on Alberta regulations for water and waste water please visit Alberta Environment.
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.
Taxation
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11.2361 |
23.6564 |
| Education - Alberta School Foundation Fund Tax Rate |
2.3876 |
5.3700 |
| Seniors Lodge Accommodation Tax Rate |
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.0039 |
Mill Rates (2008)
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Residential – Public 13.6276
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Residential – Separate N/A
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Non Residential – Public 29.0303
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Non Residential - Seperate N/A
Transportation
HIGHWAYS
The Village of Acme is located in the Kneehill County No. 48. It is 13 km north of Beiseker and 78 km northeast of Calgary.
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.
AIR SERVICES From Acme the nearest municipal airport is at Beiseker, which has a 900 meter runway and all-weather facilities.
The nearest commercial and air freight services are at Calgary International Airport.
TRUCKING FIRMS
Kneehill Transport
Hannah Transport Ltd.
Westland Livestock Ltd.
POSTAL & COURIERS
Canada Post, Purolator, UPS and FedEx all provide delivery services for the Acme area. 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 Acme contact:
Canada Post,Purolator,UPS & FedEx.
Community Lifestyle
Recreation
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The Village of Acme is pleased to welcome you to our new "Acme Community Centre". Bookings are being accepted by calling the Village of Acme at (403) 546-3783 Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
The features of the facility are as follows:
- Spacious Front Entrance
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Covered Driveway
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Large Auditorium will seat 482 guests for a banquet utilizing the entire space or 358 guests that will leave the hardwood dance floor exposed.
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State of the art Kitchen with two commercial ovens, one convection oven, walk-in cooler, and commercial dishwasher.
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Meeting Room - this room can accommodate 164 guests by utilizing the entire space or the room can be divided into two smaller rooms, each accommodating 82 guests.
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Projection screens are in both the large auditorium and the meeting room.
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An excellent sound system has been installed so that it broadcasts throughout the building.
This facility is user friendly for a wide variety of functions. Just a 45 minute drive N.E. from the City of Calgary, this facility can meet your every need. Visit our web site at www.acmecommunitycentre.ca.
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Are you up to par? Just northeast of the village lies a beautiful, 9-hole golf course. The 60 acre golf course features grass greens and water hazards. To bring even better service, golf cart and club rentals are available.
Visit the lounge, concession, and clubhouse during your stay. The golfing facility can be rented for private functions. Call (403) 546-4020 for more information. Visit their web site at www.acmegolfclub.com.
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Batter up! That's right sports fans, Acme has three ball diamonds including bleachers, a batting cage, nearby playground, and concession stand. Its fresh look and parking availability make the ball diamonds a great place to enjoy a game of ball.
Two of the diamonds are located adjacent to Frank Fooks Memorial Park, while the other is located behind Acme School. Residents can also enjoy being part of a league whether they are young or adult.
For information on registration dates for baseball, softball or slow pitch, or to rent the facilities, contact Murray Regehr at (403) 546-2538.
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The Beach Volleyball courts are located west of the ball diamonds.
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Need to cool down? Jump into our
outdoor swimming pool. It is fun for all ages. Youngsters can splash around in the tot pool, those wanting to improve their swimming stroke can register in Red Cross Swim lessons, or participate in aquasize and early bird swims.
The pool is open for public and family swims, and can be rented for private functions. Those visiting or anyone that forgot their swimwear can rent the attire from here.
The pool is open from May until September. To contact the pool call:
(403) 546-3017 (May-September)
(403) 546-3783 (September-May)
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The curling rink, featuring three sheets of ice, is more than just a curling facility. Inside find a lounge/bar, concession stand, viewing areas on the first and second level, lockers, and conference rooms for social functions and club meetings. Contact Miles Hannah (403) 546-3784 or Melanie Malaka (403) 546-3072 for more information.
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Come one, come all to Acme's recreational skating rink. Accessible all year round. Paved surface for roller blading, skateboarding, ball hockey, etc. The lighted, outdoor rink is well used throughout the winter and features heated change rooms.
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Attached to Acme school, the 1600 square foot, public facility is accessible 24 hours a day with a purchase of a membership. Included are two courts, viewing windows, and showers and change rooms.
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Get fit! Head on down to Acme's very own fitness gym and try out their weight and exercise equipment.
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Acme takes pride in their well-maintained parks and playgrounds and invites you to enjoy the beautiful scenery.
- Pool Park
- Kindergarten Park
- Rose Ellingson Community Park
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Rural Lifestyle
Acme 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.
Acme offers residents rural community values and an affordable country lifestyle close to the amenities within the region and the neighboring metropolitan centers. Despite favorable economic growth, it’s still very affordable to buy a home and live in the Wild Rose Region. 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).
TOURIST SITES
Frank Fooks Memorial Park Campground
Come and enjoy the quiet surroundings at Acme's campground. Available are 10 electrical sites with a cost of $15/night and numerous non-electrical sites at a charge of $12/night. Visitors can enjoy the convenience of a camp kitchen, pre-cut firewood, and tap water. Sit back and enjoy the beautiful park or roast some marshmallows over BBQ and fire pits. While there, jump over to the ball diamonds adjacent to the campground or enjoy the many other recreational services provided by Acme. Click here to visit Acme's listing on Explore Alberta.
Royal Tyrell Museum
Approximately 45-minutes away find the world-renowned Royal Tyrell Museum featuring dinosaur and prehistoric exhibits. Click here to visit their web site.
- Masonic Lodge
- Elks
- Royal Canadian Legion
- Rebekah
- Royal Purple
- Racquet Club
- Acme United Church Women (U.C.W.)
- Anglican Church Women's Group
- Acme's Seniors Association
- Acme Volunteer Fire Department
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- United Church of Canada
- Saint John the Divine Anglican Church
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Education
Acme is part of the Golden Hills Regional Division No. 75 headquartered in Strathmore Tel: (403) 934-5121
Acme School
provides education for Grades K to 6 and for Grades 10-12.
Elementary special education is available.
Title: Principal
Name: Gary Semotiuk
PHONE: (403) 546-3845
Fax: (403) 546-2248
Email:gsemotiuk@goldenhills-schools.com
Title: Associate Principal
Name: Dennis Denham
PHONE: (403) 546-3845
Fax: (403) 546-2248
Email: ddenham@goldenhills-schools.com
Title: Secretary
Name: Kathryn Senft
PHONE: (403) 546-3845
Fax: (403) 546-2248
Email: ksenft@goldenhills-schools.com
Junior High school students Grades 7-9 are bussed to Dr. Elliot Community School (Linden) to attend school while Linden students in grades 10 to 12 attend Acme School. Call (403) 546-3863. 
Title: Principal
Name: Shawn Campbell
Phone: (403) 546-3863
Fax: (403) 543-4220
Title: Associate Principal
Name: Beth Worsfold
Phone: (403) 546-3863
Fax: (403) 546-4220
Email: bworsfold@goldenhills-schools.com
Title: Secretary
Name: Bev Toews
Phone: (403) 546-3863
Fax: (403) 546-4220
Email: btoews@goldenhills-schools.com
Acme ECS
The Kindergarten program prepares children for Grade 1 and encourages development of a positive self-concept in a child centered environment.
Acme Playschool
For ages 4 & 5. All activities are designed to prepare children for Kindergarten.
Post Secondary
BUILDING FUTURES
Acme 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 Acme 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.
Health Care
Acme belongs to the David Thompson Regional Health Authority
Hospital care is available at Three Hills Health Centre (403) 443-2444
Box 340, 1504 - 2 St. North,
Three Hills AB T0M 2A0
25 km northeast of Acme.
Three Hills Services include a 48-bed hospital, several doctors, a health unit, dental clinic, optometrist and chiropractor as well as counseling services.
Emergency Services
FIRE PROTECTION
Acme is served by a local volunteer fire department (Tel: 9-1-1).
in joint operation with the nearby Village of Linden and Kneehill County, providing fire service to the community. Acme has a number of trained volunteer fire fighters.
Contact Fire Chief John Schmidt at (403) 546-6759 for more information.
POLICE SERVICES
Acme is served by the Beiseker detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) (Tel: 9-1-1) Non-Emergency: (403) 947-3420
AMBULANCE SERVICES
Ambulance service is available from Linden (Tel: 9-1-1).
Non-Emergency: (403) 443-5541 or (403) 443-2014.
Community Services
Acme Village Office
Box 299
Acme, Alberta T0M 0A0
Tel: (403) 546-3783
Fax:(403) 546-3014
Community Futures Wild Rose
Community Futures Wild Rose is a user-friendly business development centre, entrepreneurial development centre, career and employment centre, and a key partner in community economic development in the Wild Rose Region. Specific services we provide include:
- Fully repayable business loans up to $150,000
- Free job posting service with in-office paper job board and online job bank
- Career counselling and job search assistance including resume and cover letter preparation assistance
- Free internet and computer access, plus access to printing and photocopying
- Small business training through the Self Employment Program and free and low cost business seminars via tele-conferencing
Community Futures Wild Rose
PO Box 2159
Strathmore, AB
T1P 1K2 |
Tel: (403) 934-6488
Toll free: (888) 881-9675
Fax: (403) 934-6492 |
Web: www.cfwildrose.ca |
Beiseker & District Chamber of Commerce
Contact: Dave Fegan
Tel:(403)-947-3477
Beiseker, AB TOM 0G0
Meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of every second month in Beiseker.
Central Alberta Economic Partnership Ltd(CAEP)
Tel: (403) 340-5300
Fax:(403) 340-5231
201, 4920-51 Street
Red Deer, AB T4N 6K8
Website:Central Alberta Economic Partnership Ltd(CAEP)
Email: info@centralalberta.ab.ca
The Central Alberta Economic Partnership Ltd. (CAEP) is a regional economic development alliance of 42 Central Alberta communities. The partnership was organized in 1998 and is in its seventh year of business. CAEP is noted as being the first regional alliance in Alberta and serves as a model for collaborative community economic development
Acme Municipal Library
Acme Library is located in Acme School. Library is open on Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Wednesday 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. A member of the Marigold Library System allowing access to a wide variety of books.
SPECIAL ANNUAL EVENTS/ATTRACTIONS
Community spirit is evident in the thriving village as the residents work together to provide community events. Activities such as the annual Sports Day and Flower Show bring the community closer together. It is hard to get bored in the community with the vast network of clubs and the large variety of well-maintained recreational facilities and parks.
Sports Day - Last Saturday in June.
ACCOMODATIONS
- Acme Inn
610 Pacific Ave.
Acme, AB
T0M 0A0
Telephone (403) 546-4133
Fax (403) 546-4118
- Country Village Bed & Breakfast
128 NOLAN ST, PO Box 251
Acme, AB
T0M 0A0
Telephone (403) 546-4478
Fax (403) 546-4031
RESTAURANTS
- Acme Pub Chinese & Western Cuisine
- N A & W Restaurant
Western Cuisine
Climate
Current Conditions
Average Temperatures
January - Maximum: -6.3 Celsius. Minimum: -16.7 Celsius.
July - Maximum: 23.5 Celsius. Minimum temperature = 9.9 Celsius.
Annual Precipitation
Rain and Snow = 431.9 mm
Days of sunshine
332.9 days per year
Average Wind Speed
14.8 km/h W and NW
Source: Environment Canada
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Acme, Alberta, Canada