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Whitecourt is a prosperous community located 177 km northwest from Edmonton and 267 km northeast of Jasper. Its natural resources and beauty make it the perfect place for work and play. With its rolling hills and mixed forests, Whitecourt has earned the title of “The Snowmobile Capital of Alberta.” Locals and tourists alike are fans of the hundreds of kilometers of groomed off-highway trails created specifically for snowmobiling. The continuing growth and prosperity of the community can be attributed to its main industries of forestry, petroleum, and tourism. This family-orientated community has a population of 8,747, with the majority of the population falling between the ages of 25 to 44 and having young children. The quality of life in Whitecourt is high with its family income averaging over $75,000, its low utility costs, its low municipal tax, and its modern infrastructure. The community boasts several annual events: Whitecourt Jet Boat Races, Family Riverboat Poker Fun, Santa Claus Parade, and Whitecourt Rodeo and Demolition Derby. Whitecourt has a variety of service providers with several new businesses taking advantage of the community’s growth, such as Canadian Tire, Wal-Mart, Tim Horton’s, and M & M Meat Shop. For more information, please visit www.whitecourt.ca |
