New Norway
http://www.cable-lynx.net/~nnorway/
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 New Norway was named after Scandinavian settlers who homesteaded in the area.The area was once called Olstad District because originally the majority of land in the area was owned by the Olstads.The settlement started in 1885, one mile east of the present townsite.With the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway coming through in 1910, it was more convenient to have the businesses closer to the railroad.In the fall of 1909, the buildings were moved to the present townsite.By 1910, New Norway was a booming young town.
Location
The Village of New Norway is located in the County of Camrose No. 22.New Norway is 24 km southwest of Camrose and 98 km south of Edmonton.
Economic Base
The main economic base of the area is agriculture.
Resources available locally are coal, petroleum, natural gas, sand/gravel, agriculture, salt, sulphur, bentonite and clay.
Economic Facts
The Village offers a variety of business services, including a service station, hotel & cafe, grocery store, hair salon, as well as a wide range of in-home businesses.
Major Businesses Products/Services
First Generation Foods Confections [candy bars]
Financial Institutions
Alberta Treasury Branch
Utilities
Electrical Power
TransAlta Utilities Corporation
Tel: 1-800-667-2345
Natural Gas
Battle River Gas Co-op
Box 129
Ferintosh, Alberta
T0B 1M0
Tel: 780-877-3740
Telephone
Telus
Edmonton Business Office
10020 - 100 St.
Edmonton, Alberta
T5J 0N5
Tel: 780-493-4400
Water Supply
New Norway's source of water is from 2 wells.
Waste Management
Sewage treatment is by lagoon, 2 short and 2 long detention.
Taxation
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| Municipal Tax Rate |
14.6860 |
14.6860 |
| Education - Alberta School Foundation Fund Tax Rate |
4.1420 |
7.3660 |
Mill Rates [1998]
Residential - Public 19.373
Residential - Separate N/A
Non-Residential - Public 23.500
Non-Residential - Separate N/A
Transportation
Air Services
The nearest airport is at Camrose [24 km north]. The nearest commercial and air freight facilities are at Edmonton.
Rail Services
New Norway is served by a Canadian National Railway secondary line. Spur trackage is available.
Highways
Highway 21 is a connecting highway, leading north to Camrose [via Highway 13] and Edmonton, and south to Bashaw.
Trucking Firms
- Holts Trucking
- HiWay 13 Transport
Bus Services
Regularly scheduled inter-community bus service is available.
Couriers and Taxis
Loomis and Purolator Couriers, Greyhound Courier Express
Community Lifestyle
Recreation
Recreational facilities include a curling rink, skating rink, gymnasium and baseball diamonds. New soccer fields will be ready for spring of 2000.
Two km north of New Norway is the Silver Creek Golf Course and campground. A municipal campground is also located within the Village.
Community Organizations
Community organizations include the New Norway Community Club, Agricultural Society, and the New Norway & District Recreation Association.
Religious Services
- Evangelical Free Church
- Bethesda Lutheran Church
- Zion United Church
Special Annual Events/Attractions
New Norway's annual Sports Day and Parade attracts numerous families for various activities and games.
Hospitality
Accommodation
New Norway Hotel
Restaurants
New Norway Hotel Cafe
Education
New Norway is part of the Battle River Regional Division #31, headquartered in Camrose [Tel: 780-672-6131].
Daycare/Nursery
A local playschool facility is available.
Public
New Norway School provides schooling for Grades K to 12.
Separate
N/A
Private
N/A
Post Secondary
New Norway residents have access to Augustana University, based in Camrose, which has over 1,000 students, a campus residence and degree granting status in 21 disciplines [arts and sciences].
Health Care
The nearest hospital is St. Mary's Hospital, based in Camrose [24 km north], which has 117 acute care beds.
Emergency Services
Fire Protection
New Norway is served by a volunteer fire department - 911
Police Services
New Norway is served by the Camrose Detachment of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police [RCMP] Emergencies - 911 Inquiries 780-672-3342
Ambulance Services
Paramedic ambulance service is available from Camrose - 911
Community Services
Municipal
Village of New Norway
Box 60
New Norway, Alberta
T0B 3L0
Tel: 780-855-3915
Fax: 780-855-3915
Provincial
N/A
Federal
Canada Post Office
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New Norway, Alberta, Canada