Spruce Grove, Alberta
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Spruce Grove /ˌsprusˈɡroʊv/ is a city that is 11 km (6.8 mi) west of Edmonton, Alberta in Canada. The city is adjacent to the Town of Stony Plain and is surrounded by Parkland County.
With a 2016 population of 34,066, Spruce Grove is the ninth-largest city in Alberta. The mayor of Spruce Grove is Stuart Houston.
Spruce Grove is home to the Horizon Stage Performing Arts Centre, a local theatre, and the TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, a recreation facility shared with Stony Plain and Parkland County.
Jennifer Heil, the freestyle skier who won the first gold medal for Canada in the 2006 Winter Olympics games in Turin, Italy, and a silver medal at the 2010 Winter Olympics is from Spruce Grove, as is Carla MacLeod, a member of the 2010 Canada women's national ice hockey team.
History
Homesteaders in the area date back to 1879.[6] Spruce Grove originally incorporated as a village on March 14, 1907, but it subsequently dissolved on August 30, 1916.[1] Spruce Grove then re-incorporated as a village on January 1, 1955 and subsequently incorporated as a town on January 1, 1971, and as a city on March 1, 1986.[1]
Geography
Spruce Grove is located near the province's geographical centre, at 30 kilometres (19 mi) from downtown Edmonton and 14 km (8.7 mi) from Edmonton's city limits.[7] It is part of the Edmonton Capital Region.
Demographics
The City of Spruce Grove's 2016 municipal census counted a population of 33,640,[5] a change of 5% from its 2015 municipal census population of 32,036.[23]In the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the City of Spruce Grove recorded a population of 34,066 living in 12,552 of its 13,109 total private dwellings, a change of 30.2% from its 2011 population of 26,171. With a land area of 32.2 km2 (12.4 sq mi), it had a population density of 1,058.0/km2 (2,740.1/sq mi) in 2016.[3]
In the 2011 Census, the City of Spruce Grove had a population of 26,171 living in 9,619 of its 10,105 total dwellings, a change of 33.9% from its 2006 adjusted population of 19,541. With a land area of 32.37 km2(12.50 sq mi), it had a population density of 808.5/km2 (2,094.0/sq mi) in 2011.[22]
Arts and Culture
The Spruce Grove Art Gallery is located in the Melcor Cultural Centre and is operated by the Allied Arts Council of Spruce Grove. The gallery hosts ongoing shows for original art created by its members, made up of artists from mainly the Spruce Grove, Stony Plain and Parkland County area.[24]
Horizon Stage hosts many plays and acts throughout the year, as well as a lot of community theatre. Spruce Grove also has a 7 screen theatre complex which opened in the fall of 2007.[25]
Another cultural facility within the city is the Spruce Grove Grain Elevator Museum.
Attractions
The TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, opened in 2002, provides a pool, soccer fields, a gymnasium, workout gym, and ice rinks to the people of Parkland County. Spruce Grove has bike trails winding throughout the city, called the Heritage Grove Trail, where bike riders can ride for hours through lush forest. On June 7, 2008, Spruce Grove held the grand opening of the West District Park, which features two full artificial surface fields for football, soccer and other activities. The Edmonton Eskimos donated $10,000 towards the event and held practice at the facility as part of the first day activities.
Sports
Spruce Grove has an abundant number of youths and adults involved in amateur sports, that run year round. Box lacrosse runs from March to July under the organization Parkland Posse [1], which pulls young people from the Tri communities of Spruce Grove, Stony Plain and Parkland County. Hockey runs from September to April, soccer and rugby run from May to October, football runs from July to December and baseball runs from March to October. The Spruce Grove Saints are a Junior A hockey team that play in the AJHL.
*Source - Wikipedia
Spruce Grove, Alberta - Listings for sale
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198 Nelson Drive: Spruce Grove Vacant Lot/Land for sale : MLS®# E4286967
198 Nelson Drive Spruce Grove T7X 0G7 
$1,050,000Single FamilyCourtesy of Wally J Hawryluk of RE/MAX PREFERRED CHOICE- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4286967
Beautiful 3.43 acre property located in the midst of Spruce Grove. Currently zoned UR reserve and must be rezoned to R1. Ready for the developer who has an eye on the future growth of this ever expanding and very popular city located just west of Edmonton. Located on Nelson Dr which houses many businesses in the surrounding area. Tri Leisure Center, Fuhr Sports Park football and soccer fields within walking distance, Superstore located blocks away, senior lodge, and Home Depot all with in walking distance, walking trails nearby. More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
- (780) 439-7000
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36 VERONA Crescent: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4332456
36 VERONA Crescent Spruce Grove T7X 0J7
$899,000Single FamilyCourtesy of Dan Sigouin of RE/MAX Real Estate- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4332456
- Bedrooms:
- 5
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 3,518 sq. ft.
QUALITY & BEAUTY! This executive 2 storey walk out boasts substantial upgrades & backs on to a beautiful park with picturesque views. Walk in to the instantly appealing gorgeous open concept with an emphasis to detail. The living rm features soaring 18ft ceilings a stone dbl sided FP. The chefs kitchen offers floor to ceiling special order cherry cabinetry & a large central island with granite countertops & backsplash. The large balcony with terrace stairs complete the main floor. The upper level features a king size primary bdrm with a 6pc ensuite & his and hers walk-in closets. The spacious bonus rm features vaulted ceilings and a gas FP with built in cabinetry. Down the hall a Juliet balcony with breathtaking views, 2 more bdrms with 10ft ceilings and a 4pc bath complete the upstairs. The walkout bsnt is fully finished with 2 more bdrms, 3pc bath, a theater rm & a rec rm with a wet bar and FP. The professionally landscaped private backyard with stone oven & circular brick firepit completes this home! More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
- (780) 439-7000
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5 27120 TWP RD 532A: Rural Parkland County House for sale : MLS®# E4312017
5 27120 TWP RD 532A Rural Parkland County T7X 3M6
$875,000Country ResidentialCourtesy of Wally J Hawryluk of RE/MAX PREFERRED CHOICE- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4312017
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 1
- Floor Area:
- 1,092 sq. ft.
16.2 acres, private setting with mature trees, rolling land, located on Twp Rd 532 A, just north of the yellowhead overpass on Century Road, with a 3 bedroom home, built in the 60s, one full piece bath, deck off the side door, tin roof should last a life time, double detached garage with gravel floor and one door. Property is surrounded by RV storage lots. Present zoning, Agricultural Restricted, could allow for many different ventures. This acreage is priced on land value and location being close to Spruce Grove. More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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29 Elwyck Gate: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4323208
29 Elwyck Gate Spruce Grove T7X 3M1
$869,000Single FamilyCourtesy of Justin J Vega of RE/MAX River City- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4323208
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,756 sq. ft.
Your time has come to own an "Unreal Home" at a great price, here is the Home you have been Looking for. This Executive 2 Story (4 bedroom, 4 Full Bathroom) Walkout. Wow Backing onto Trees you will feel like you are living in the Country. This Home boasts custom Millwork, $50,000+ in upgrades. Triple Garage, Entertainers Kitchen, Main floor Bedroom/Den and Full Washroom, Grand Fireplace with 20 ft Ceilings in the Great-room. Upgraded Lighting and Hardware pkg. Upstairs has three Bedrooms with 3 Full Washroom. Spa Like Master Ensuite with walk in Steam Shower. Walkout Basement. Minutes to the Westend of Edmonton. Situated in a Great New Development in Fenwyck. Minutes to Shopping and easy access to the HWY. Drive a little save a lot and have a New Home. Another Masterpiece completed by Raj Built Homes. This Builder has already completed and sold a number of Homes on this same street. Come see the difference Quality makes before you buy your next Home. More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
- (780) 439-7000
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11 LINCOLN Court: Spruce Grove House for sale : MLS®# E4331406
11 LINCOLN Court Spruce Grove T7X 0N5
$825,000Single FamilyCourtesy of Jennifer L Davis of RE/MAX PREFERRED CHOICE- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4331406
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 4
- Floor Area:
- 2,637 sq. ft.
Purposefully designed & CERTIFIED to *BuiltGreen Canada* standards. Excellence exudes throughout, from the bright open concept flow, to the quartz laden designer kitchen & counters throughout, majestic floor to ceiling fireplace, an abundance of stamped concrete upgrades to the driveway & extra wide sidewalks. Triple pane windows, 9ft ceilings & 8ft doors throughout. Side entrance for future suite potential. Upstairs features a separate laundry room, with ample cabinetry, & a large bonus room! The primary bedroom oasis features a 5 pc spa inspired & integrated bath, & a walk through closet with direct laundry access. The 2nd & 3rd good sized bedrooms share a Jack & Jill 5 pc bath. The 28.9 x 23.5 triple car garage boasts extra storage height. Perfectly positioned on an exquisitely landscaped & fenced, SOUTH facing, pie shaped lot tucked into this peaceful cul de sac. Experience the City of Spruce Grove to its fullest in this turn key, immaculate family home...City close & urban quiet! More details- RE/MAX RIVER CITY
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