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COMMUNITIES
Ardrossan
Ardrossan is a growing community of over 514 people. In 2008,
Ardrossan celebrated its 100th Anniversary. Located about 4
kms south of the Yellowhead Highway (16) along the Pointe
Aux Pins Creek, Ardrossan can be accessed on Secondary
Highway 824 south of Highway 16 or north from Baseline or
Wye Road.
The facilities in the hamlet include a public school complex for
students from kindergarten to senior high, a separate school for
students from kindergarten to junior high, and New Horizons
School, a charter school for gifted students from kindergarten
to junior high. The junior/senior high school also houses the
Ardrossan Community Theatre and the sports fields surrounding the schools were recently
redeveloped with new baseball diamonds, soccer fields, football fields and a tennis court.
The hamlet is also home to the newly revitalized, state-of-the-art Ardrossan Recreation
Complex. This complex includes a twin arena, a multi-purpose hall, curling rink, an
indoor fitness track, wellness centre and a children’s playground. The new spaces have
created many new exciting drop-in fun and fitness opportunities to meet the needs of this
growing community. The Ardrossan Recreation Complex is a welcome neighbourhood
gathering place.
The community is very active in both sports and cultural activities. Residents and visitors can
enjoy annual events such as the Annual Lobster Dinner and Dance as well as the Community
Parade and Picnic. Amenities such as a general store, garage, fire hall, and post office are a
few more reasons why Ardrossan scores high on a great place to call home.
The Ardrosssan Recreation & Agricultural Society (ARAS) plans, administers and offers a
number of community-based programs and special events. If you are interested in participating
or would like more information, check the ARAS website www.ardrossanrecagsociety.ca
For hall bookings see page 43.
Collingwood Cove
Collingwood Cove, in Strathcona County, is commonly
referred to as “The Cove” by its 362 residents.
The Cove started growing in the early 1950s as a very
popular summer lakeside resort. It was popular because it
is only a 25 minute ride from Edmonton and its location on
Cooking Lake which was at that time, one of the best lakes
for recreation activities in the region.
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