St Albert, Alberta
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St. Albert is a city in Alberta, Canada, on the Sturgeon River northwest of the City of Edmonton. It was originally settled as a Métis community, and is now the second-largest city in the Edmonton Capital Region. St. Albert first received its town status in 1904 and was reached by the Canadian Northern Railway in 1906.[6]
Originally separated from Edmonton by several miles of farmland, the 1980s expansion of Edmonton's city limits placed St. Albert immediately adjacent to the larger city on St. Albert's south and east sides.
History
St. Albert was founded in 1861 as a Métis settlement by Father Albert Lacombe, OMI, who built a small chapel: the Father Lacombe Chapel in the Sturgeon River valley. This chapel still stands to this day on Mission Hill in St. Albert. The original settlement was named Saint Albert by Bishop Alexandre-Antonin Taché, OMI after Lacombe's name saint; Saint Albert of Louvain. Although Lacombe had originally intended to found the mission at Lac Ste. Anne, the soil proved infertile and he moved the settlement to what would become St. Albert. The location offered several advantages, notably its easy access to supplies of wood and water, its excellent soil, it being a regular stopping point for First Nations peoples on their travels, and its proximity to Fort Edmonton, where the priests could purchase necessary supplies and minister to Catholic workers. A few years later, a group of Grey Nuns would follow Lacombe from Lac Ste. Anne. More Métis from Lac Ste. Anne arrived in 1863 and by December 1864, the population was roughly 300. By 1870, St. Albert had approximately 1000 residents, the vast majority of whom were Métis.[7]
In 1870, smallpox had spread North to St. Albert, killing 320 of 900 residents.[8][9]
During the late 20th and early 21st century it was mistakenly assumed that the community had been named after St. Albert the Great. This was due to incorrect information in the 1985 history of St. Albert; The Black Robe's Vision, published by the amateur historians of the St. Albert Historical Society. This led to the City of St. Albert erroneously promoting St. Albert the Great as the community's patron saint and even erecting a statue of the wrong saint in the downtown area. This misconception was not corrected until 2008.[10] The original chapel has since become an historic site staffed with historical interpreters and is open to the public in the summer season.
Also in St. Albert is the St. Albert Grain Elevator Park. There are two historic grain elevators there; one constructed in 1906 by the Brackman-Ker Milling Company, the other was built later in 1929 by The Alberta Wheat Poolcompany. The original grain elevator constructed in 1906 was originally red in colour, but has faded over time to a metallic silver. There is also a reproduction of the original 1909 railway station housed at the Grain Elevators Park, the reproduction was constructed in 2005. On Madonna Drive stands the Little White School House which is open to the public. Arts and Heritage - St. Albert maintain this site as well as the Grain Elevators and other heritage buildings and sites under restoration in the city. In June 2009, the City Council approved a multi-staged plan for the heritage sites. The plan features the restoration of the grain elevators and the opening of both a Métis and French Canadian farm on adjacent lots by the River.
Economy
St. Albert has an active and skilled labour force, with a low unemployment rate of 4.3%. In 2011, 67.5% of the 40,560 adults aged 25 years and over in St. Albert had completed some form of postsecondary education, compared with 59.6% at the national level.
Of the population aged 25 years and over in St. Albert, 31.7% had a university certificate or degree. An additional 24.3% had a college diploma and 11.6% had a trades certificate.
The share of the adult population that had completed a high school diploma as their highest level of educational attainment was 23.7%, and 8.8% had completed neither high school nor any postsecondary certificates, diplomas or degrees.[11]
Demographics
The population of the City of St. Albert according to its 2016 municipal census is 64,645,[5] a change of 2.2% from its 2014 municipal census population of 63,255.[34]In the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the City of St. Albert recorded a population of 65,589 living in 23,954 of its 24,446 total private dwellings, a change of 6.7% from its 2011 population of 61,466. With a land area of 48.45 km2 (18.71 sq mi), it had a population density of 1,353.7/km2 (3,506.2/sq mi) in 2016.[3]
In the 2011 Census, the City of St. Albert had a population of 61,466 living in 22,513 of its 22,990 total dwellings, a change of 6.4% from its 2006 adjusted population of 57,764. With a land area of 48.27 km2 (18.64 sq mi), it had a population density of 1,273.4/km2 (3,298.0/sq mi) in 2011.[33]
Arts and culture
Located in the heart of downtown, St. Albert Place is the focal point of many community events and activities. Designed by world-renowned Canadian architect Douglas Cardinal, its sculptural symmetry mimics the curves of the Sturgeon River that runs behind it. There are no corners; only curves. Built in 1984, St. Albert Place was designed as a "people place", housing a unique combination of civic government and cultural activity. Currently it houses the St. Albert Public Library, Musée Héritage Museum, Visual Arts Studio and Arden Theatre, as well as City Hall and associated city government services. The Musée Héritage Museum celebrates and explores the story of St. Albert through a variety of programs which seek to preserve the community's history for the future. The museum houses both permanent and temporary exhibits and also contains a Children’s Discovery Room and gift shop. The archives at the museum consist of over 6,500 artifacts, 1,100 programming objects, 70 linear metres of textual record, around 3,000 pre-1948 photographs and thousands of post-1948 photographs. The museum is operated by Arts and Heritage St. Albert.[35]
St. Albert has a rich arts scene. St. Albert is home to a writers' guild and painters' guild and renowned bands like Social Code and Tupelo Honey hail from St. Albert. The Arden Theatre is a popular venue for many plays and musical performances.
The St. Albert public art gallery, Art Gallery of St. Albert is a focal point of St. Albert’s downtown. The gallery is housed in the historical Banque d'Hochelaga building in the heart of downtown St. Albert. The gallery features monthly exhibitions, a variety of public programs and also runs an annual art auction in St Albert. The Art Gallery of St. Albert is one of the stops on the St. Albert ArtWalk. The gallery is operated by Arts and Heritage St. Albert.[36]
St. Albert is also notable for its Aboriginal heritage. The city is home to the Michif Institute founded by former Senator Thelma Chalifoux, dedicated to preserving and spreading knowledge of the city's Métis background. The Musée Héritage Museum contains many Métis artifacts. Many of the street signs in the city's downtown core are also trilingual, written in French and Cree in addition to English, as a tribute to the city's multiracial and multilinguistic origins. A current city project is to replace English-only signs with trilingual versions as the English-only versions wear out.[citation needed]
In 2008, NBC decided to film portions of its new horror/suspense anthology series Fear Itself in St. Albert's downtown and river valley.[37]
St. Albert also has a St. Albert Children's Theatre group putting on two large musicals a year with many summer camps to participate in.
St. Albert is home to the St. Albert Community Band, whose motto is "Music is for Life!"[38]
Festivals and events
The Northern Alberta International Children's Festival in St. Albert is one of the longest-running children's festivals in North America, attracting over 40,000 participants over 5 days, at the end of May. During the five days of the Festival, children experience sights and sounds of many different cultures while learning through the medium nearest and dearest to their hearts - by playing! The mainstage events feature a host of international artists from Scotland, Netherlands, USA, Mexico, Cuba, New Zealand, and (of course) Canada offering performances of puppetry, music, dance, acrobatics, clowning and theatre that will amaze and delight.[citation needed]
The Kinsmen Rainmaker Rodeo starts with a parade that winds its way through the heart of St. Albert. After the parade, the rodeo begins, with exciting rodeo events, midway, and musical performances.
The Outdoor Farmers' Market, held in downtown St. Albert, is Western Canada’s largest outdoor farmers' market, attracting 10,000 to 15,000 people every Saturday from June to October. You can find locally grown fresh produce, handmade products and crafts and listen to the music of the buskers.
As many as 6,000 participants come to St. Albert to enjoy Rock'n August, a week-long festival held to celebrate the rumbles of chrome pipes and the rim shots of classic Rock and Roll music. Hotrodders come from kilometres around with their masterpieces to show them off and look at the creations of others as well.
Other annual events include the St. Albert Rotary Music Festival, and Mambos & Mocktails, a 3-hour jazz concert played every December at Bellerose Composite High School by the jazz band and choir.
St. Albert also host an annual Harvest Festival at the St. Albert Grain Elevator Park.
The Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Festival, held at the Arden Theatre is one of the largest dance festivals of its kind in North America. It is hosted annually by the Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Company and generally takes place during the second weekend in May.[39]
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200 BELLEROSE Drive: St. Albert Condo for sale : MLS®# E4389709
200 BELLEROSE Drive St. Albert T8N 7P7 
$1,999,800CondoCourtesy of Dan E Lepine of MaxWell Devonshire Realty- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4389709
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,528 sq. ft.
Reduced over $250,000 for quick sale!! Incredible corner penthouse suite at Botanica!! Newly finished with premium upgrades throughout. Very open & bright, 2 primary bedrooms plus den design with 12' & 16' ceilings. Expansive window walls on 3 sides with 270 degree view. Dream kitchen includes extended island, quartz countertops, 48" fridge/freezer, 36" gas cooktop, double wall oven, microwave, unique walk-in pantry. Quality features include; durable plank flooring, porcelain tile, 2 linear style fireplaces, steam shower, soaker tubs, extra large den, 1,049 sq ft. on 2 balconies that have 2 gas BBQ hookups & water access. Botanica's well designed amenities include; spacious social hall, fitness facility, rooftop patio, guest suites, community garden etc. Only steps to boutique shopping, restaurants & professional services at the "Shops at Boudreau" featuring Mercato Italian Market. Here's your opportunity to own the finest executive penthouse ever built in St. Albert More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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260 Bellerose Drive: St. Albert Condo for sale : MLS®# E4404669
260 Bellerose Drive St. Albert T8N 7P7
$1,727,145CondoCourtesy of Dan E Lepine of MaxWell Devonshire Realty- Status:
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- MLS® Num:
- E4404669
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,033 sq. ft.
Absolutely stunning s/w facing penthouse with beautiful sunset views of the Sturgeon River Valley. Spacious (2,033 sf) open concept with 2 primary bedrooms, media room & spacious den. Still time to select your finishing package for a fall/2025 possession date. Solid concrete & steel construction offers enhanced safety & privacy. Premium features incl; 12 ft ceilings, oversized windows, topline appliance pkg, quartz countertops, linear fireplace, plank & porcelain tile flooring and much more!! Also includes a private underground double garage. Extend your living space with a 243 sf balcony with water and gas hookups. Convenient amenities include; spacious event centre, fitness facility, guest suite, car wash, residents lounge, rooftop patio etc. Enjoy the amazing new lifestyle close to boutique shopping, unique restaurants & professional services with direct access to the tranquil Red Willow Trail System. More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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200 BELLEROSE Drive: St. Albert Condo for sale : MLS®# E4389102
200 BELLEROSE Drive St. Albert T8N 7P7
$1,499,900CondoCourtesy of Dan E Lepine of MaxWell Devonshire Realty- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4389102
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,426 sq. ft.
Just reduced over $250,000 for quick sale!! Welcome to Executive Penthouse #1030 at Botanica!! Very unique & open 2 bedroom plus den floorplan featuring 2,568 of refined living space, plus additional 1,429sq ft of outdoor patio area. Perfect for entertaining!! The soaring 16 ft ceiling .Concrete & steel construction, forced air heating & A/C with suite dedicated fresh air intake. Premium finishes include topline appliance pkg, extended island, triple gas cooktop, double wall oven, quartz countertops, steam shower, 3 linear style fireplaces etc. Also includes a private underground double garage. Well designed amenities include; 3 impressive lobbies, spacious social hall, exercise facility, guest suites, roof top patio &much more. Only steps to the Sturgeon River Valley featuring the beautiful Red Willow Trail System with over 65 kms of walking trails. Direct access to the boutique shops, restaurants &professional services at the " Shops at Boudreau" More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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200 BELLEROSE Drive: St. Albert Condo for sale : MLS®# E4389119
200 BELLEROSE Drive St. Albert T8N 7P7
$1,299,900CondoCourtesy of Dan E Lepine of MaxWell Devonshire Realty- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4389119
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 2,210 sq. ft.
Just reduced over $250,000 for quick sale!!! An opportunity to own a premium condominium in St Albert. Incredible, describes the 2,322 sq ft penthouse suite with soaring 12' & 16' ceilings. Very bright & open 2 bedroom plus den design, with oversized curtain wall windows. Loaded with topline features & upgrades throughout. Dream kitchen contains an extended island, large fridge/freezer combo, bar fridge, 36" gas cooktop, wall ovens etc Has custom steam shower, soaker tub & heated flooring in ensuite bathroom. Massive 570 sq.ft balcony with 2 gas outlet & water outlet. Great entertainment space!!. Includes private underground double garage!!. Botanica's amenities include; spacious event centre, guest suites, fitness facility, rooftop patio & community garden. Forced air heating & a/c with individual fresh air intake. All this only steps to boutique shopping, restaurants & services at the "Shops at Boudreau" Direct access to over 65 kms of the Red Willow Trial System along the Sturgeon River Valley. More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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58 KINGSBURY Crescent: St. Albert House for sale : MLS®# E4395240
58 KINGSBURY Crescent St. Albert T8N 6W6
$1,100,000Single FamilyCourtesy of John P Carle of Homes & Gardens Real Estate Limited- Status:
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- MLS® Num:
- E4395240
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Floor Area:
- 2,637 sq. ft.
This is a truly beautiful home in St. Albert's most exclusive neighbourhood. This gorgeous home is both spacious and welcoming. Custom built by Design Innovations, this triple car garage bungalow home was obviously tailored for entertaining given the huge dining room, gorgeous kitchen and a central staircase that is simply breathtaking to behold. The finished basement is wonderful, developed with entertaining in mind. Envision watching games with your friends, movie nights with your kids or grandkids, and relaxing on a cool winter night by the fire. Take time to enjoy the backyard, with its mature trees, quiet oasis, and a unique lowered terraced area that adds something to an already great yard. Backing a quiet country road with mature trees, this home brings a country feel while maintaining the services that makes St. Albert so amazing. More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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