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Parkland County

Parkland County Centre,
53109A Hwy 779,
Parkland County, Alberta, T7Z 1R1
Phone: 780-968-8888
Fax: 780-968-8413
Toll Free: 1-888-880-0858

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Population: 30,089
24 Hour Services: Yes
Campground: Yes
911 Service: Yes
Hospital Number: 780-963-2241 Stony Plain

Endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts!

Looking for something extraordinary to do? Parkland County offers a wide range of outdoor activities in a breathtaking environment. With over 2,400 square kms. of space, there is ample room to explore and get closer to nature. Parkland County is one of the most picturesque areas in Alberta, located just west of the city of Edmonton.

From beautiful rolling hills to incredibly scenic river valleys, the opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy a fun-filled day in Parkland County are endless. Parkland County boasts some of the best golf courses in the province, numerous lakes and beaches, and the incredible North Saskatchewan River, providing a wide array of activities the whole family can enjoy. Additionally, Parkland County is home to several world class attractions, including; the Devonian Botanic Garden, the Clifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary which showcases both birds and wildlife along its many elevated walkways and lookouts, and the Wagner Natural Area which allows visitors to experience a prairie wetlands environment that is teeming with wildlife and waterfowl.

Parkland County also offers numerous greenhouses, u-picks, gardens and artisans showcasing their handcrafts. There is even an authentic General Store in Carvel, where you will feel like you have stepped back in time to the early 1900’s. We invite you to take a drive out to our amazing County and experience it first hand – we guarantee you won’t be disappointed!

May
Enjoy Rural Rendezvous with your Mum on Mother’s Day
June
Check out the annual Activities and Machinery Display at the Parkland County & Stony Plain Pioneer Museum
July
Enjoy the Carvel Street Sale featuring up to 30 tables of new, used, original and eclectic items
August
Enjoy Summer Rural Rendezvous and World Bassett Races at Inspired Market Gardens

For a complete list of things to do and see in Parkland County, pick up your “GEMS of Parkland” guide or have one mailed to you today!

Furthermore, Parkland County is highly regarded in the marketplace as a prime destination for business development - Parkland County has been ranked #2 in 2010 for “The Best Community to do Business” by Alberta Venture Magazine. In recent years, many sizeable and high – profile companies have chosen to begin or expand their businesses in this ideally – located municipality. No business tax and lots of available land are just two of the perks Parkland County is offering to its potential business owners.

Interested in starting a business in Parkland County? Download the “Locating your Business in Parkland County” brochure which will provide you with helpful information on taxes, demographics, utility rates and industrial business parks in our area.