Elnora
http://www.villageofelnora.com
Welcome
Welcome to our community.We hope the information contained within this profile is useful.If additional information is required, please contact our representative from the "Key Contacts" section.
Area Overview
The Village of Elnora was incorporated in 1929.Elnora is located along the Canadian National Railway, Calgary - Tofield branch line.The Village has an elevation of 930 metres and a gently rolling topography.From the highest area located in the northeast, the land slopes off toward the southwest and west.
Location
The Village of Elnora is located in the County of Red Deer #23, in the rolling mixed farming district of the central Alberta Parklands.It is about 75 km south east of the City of Red Deer and 145 km northeast of Calgary.
Economic Base
Elnora's economy is based on its role as a trade, distribution and service centre to the surrounding agricultural areas. The oil & gas industry is also active in the area.
Opportunity
The Village of Elnora in conjunction with the David Thompson Health Region is offering the former Elnora 10-bed Prototypical Hospital building to a prospective client for a long-term lease.
The successful applicant would be expected to fund all operating and maintenance costs as well as any renovations which might be necessary. Other programs such as Home Care Nurses, possible Nurse Practitioner, Neighbourhood Place, F.C.S.S. etc. would also be considered as co-occupants to be negotiated with the partner. The final partnership agreement would need to have Ministerial approval.
The Community owns the former Doctor's Clinic building on the same property which has been turned into a Day Spa and Esthetics business.
An estimate of the operational and maintenance costs follows. It should be noted that this was prepared before the present increase in utility rates.
A site plan, architectural drawings, and photographs of the interior and exterior of the building are available at website www.mycommunityinformation.com/elnora
Average Maintenance Costs
- Natural Gas, Power, Sewer, Water $17,000.00/annum
- Maintenance of Building $10,000.00/annum
For further details, please contact Gwen Kidd, Chairman of the Elnora Building Use Committee at 403-773-3683 or MichelleSMith at 403-773-3922 or e-mail elnoravl@telusplanet.net
Economic Facts
Elnora has a variety of commercial and retail stores which include grocery, pharmacy, two banks, a cafe, bar & grill and other essential services. Tourism is becoming increasingly important to Elnora's economy, partly due to its proximity to the Red Deer River Valley and Pine Lake. The Village has a trading area population of about 5,000 persons who reside within a 30 km radius.
Major Businesses Products/Services
- GM Sales and Service Automotive Services
Financial Institutions
- Community Savings Credit Union
- Alberta Treasury Branch
Utilities
Electrical Power and Natural Gas
Direct Energy Regulated Services
P.O.Box 2427
Edmonton, Ab.
T5J 2R4
Ph. 1-888-420-3181
www.DirectEnergyRegulatedServices.com
Telephone
Telus
Sales & Service 1-403-310-3100
or 1-800-361-3311
www.telus.com
Water Supply
The water system is supplied by 3 wells with a 110,000 gallon reservoir. The reservoir capacity, measured in treated substance, is 514 cubic metres.
Waste Management
The sewer system has under utilized capacity to allow for strong growth.
Taxation
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| Municipal Tax Rate |
12.4200 |
12.4200 |
| Education - Alberta School Foundation Fund Tax Rate |
5.0700 |
6.2874 |
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| Municipal Tax Rate |
12.1762 |
11.9890 |
| Education - Alberta School Foundation Fund Tax Rate |
5.0928 |
8.4750 |
Mill Rates [2004]
- Residential - Public 17.269
- Residential - Separate N/A
- Non-Residential - Public 21.6112
- Non-Residential - Separate N/A
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| Municipal Tax Rate |
11.9890 |
11.9890 |
| Education - Alberta School Foundation Fund Tax Rate |
5.1650 |
8.4750 |
Transportation
Air Services
The nearest airport is at Three Hills, which has all-weather facilities and a 915 metre runway. The nearest commercial and air freight services are at Calgary International Airport. Red Deer Regional Airport is currently operational and we expect it to be taking passanger flights in the near furture.
Highways
Highway 21, located just west of Elnora provides access to the Village of Delburne to the north and the Towns of Trochu and Three Hills to the south. Secondary Road 590, located just north of Elnora, connects to the Town of Innisfail to the west and the Mackenzie Crossing of the Red Deer River and the Village of Big Valley to the east.
Trucking Firms
Highway 9 Transport
Bus Services
Elnora is serviced by Ferguson Bus Lines and a locally sponsored mini-bus.
Couriers and Taxis
Loomis, Purolator and UPS Couriers.
Community Lifestyle
Recreation
Local recreation facilities include a community hall, curling rink, skating rink, baseball diamonds, walking trail, seniors' drop-in centre, Legion Hall & Lounge and campground (with water, sewer, power and recreation area).
Community Organizations
Local community organizations include the Trentville Elks and Royal Purple, Elnora & District Agricultural Society, Royal Canadian Legion, Local Development Co-op Ltd, Lakeview Goodwill Club, 4H, Guides, Brownies, Curling Clubs, a Skating Club, Hospital and Church Auxiliaries and Home & School organization.
Municipal support services include a Meals on Wheels, Handi Van Service, Home care nursing, Senior's Drop-In Centre and Family Support services through F.C.S.S.
Religious Services
Special Annual Events/Attractions
Hospitality
Restaurants
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Main Street Cafe
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Elnora Hotel (licensed)
Education
Elnora is part of the Chinook's Edge Regional Division #5, headquartered in Innisfail [Tel: 403-227-4272].
Daycare/Nursery
Elnora has a playschool.
Public
Educational services include Elnora School, which provides education for Grades K to 9. Senior high school students are bussed to Delburne Centralized School [1-12].
Separate
N/A
Private
N/A
Post Secondary
Red Deer Collegeand Olds Agricultural College are within commuting distance of Elnora.Red Deer College offers a wide variety of certificate, diploma and university transfer courses, while Olds College specializes in agriculture.
Health Care
Elnora's former 10 bed Prototypical Hospital building is now referred to as Elnora Community Health Care Centre.This building is housing many health services for residents of Elnora and area, such as:Home Care, Nurse Practitioner, Community Kitchen, a day program for Seniors, Early Intervention and Neighborhood Place.
Emergency Services
Fire Protection
Elnora has a 24 member volunteer fire force with 2 pumper trucks, a rescue bus and 4-bay firehall [Tel: 403-733-3663].
Police Services
Elnora is serviced by the Three Hills detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police [RCMP] [Tel: 403-443-5538].
Ambulance Services
Ambulance service is provided from Innisfail [Tel: 403-227-3272].
Community Services
Municipal
Village of Elnora
210 Main Street, Box 629
Elnora, Alberta
T0M 0Y0
Tel: 403-773-3922
Fax: 403-773-3922
E-mail: elnoravl@telusplanet.net
Municipal Library
Elnora Public Library
210 Main St.
Box 750
Elnora, AB., T0M 0Y0
403-773-3966
Provincial
Elnora Neighbourhood Place
P.O.Box 654
Elnora, Alberta
T0M 0Y0
`Phone: 1-403-773-3171
Fax: 1-403-773-3173
E-Mail: elnoranp@telusplanet.net
Federal
Canada Post Office
Google Map
Elnora, Alberta, Canada