Discover Sherwood Park Strathcona County April 2017 | Page 5

A WARM WELCOME
From Mayor Roxanne Carr and Council
Welcome to Strathcona County !
Strathcona County is a vibrant specialized municipality that offers more than 98,000 residents the perfect blend of urban and rural living and an enviable quality or life .
With all the amenities Strathcona County has to offer , combined with a high standard of living , our county aspires to be one of Canada ’ s most livable communities . It ’ s a place where families come to work , play and raise their children . It ’ s a place where seniors choose to stay and age-in place .
The County is made up of over 1,200 square kilometres that includes hamlets , acreages , urban neighborhoods and rural and industrial lands . Home to Canada ’ s largest hydrocarbon processing area , a thriving industry is a key driver of our economy , prosperity and quality of place . It provides the opportunity for businesses to grow with a greater range of choices in our community .
Strathcona County has an appealing range of outdoor options . These include open spaces , an extensive network of parks and trails , as well as excellent outdoor recreation activities . It ’ s also home to a number of spectacular parks , recreation and culture facilities .
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the recently designated Beaver Hills UNESCO Biosphere at Elk Island National Park , Cooking Lake – Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area and the Strathcona Wilderness Centre . Take in some bird watching , go camping or hiking , and try a round of disc golf in the warmer months . Strap on your cross-country skis or snowshoes to enjoy winter in the colder months .
The County has a strong history of hosting national and international events at our world-class recreation facilities including : the Millennium Place , the Ardrossan Recreation Complex , the Kinsmen Leisure Centre and the Glen Allan Recreation Complex . We are excited to welcome people to our new swimming pool , Emerald Hills Leisure Centre and also enjoy the recent upgrades made to the Glen Allan Recreation Complex .
Our community pride shines throughout our festivals and events and can also be seen in the beautiful work done by our Strathcona in Bloom volunteers . Communities in Bloom awarded Strathcona County with a five-bloom ( highest score ) silver rating in 2016 .
Culture is alive in Strathcona County with live music and performances happening at Festival Place and exciting exhibits displayed at Gallery @ 501 . Summer visitors can take in Festival Place ’ s popular Patio Series , an outdoor concert series at scenic Broadmoor Lake Park .
We are proud to join in our nation ’ s celebration of Canada ’ s 150th anniversary . Watch for Canadianthemed events and activities throughout the year in Strathcona County . Visit www . strathcona . ca / canada150 for more information .
We invite you to explore the diversity , friendliness and community involvement that awaits you in Strathcona County . Welcome !
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