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.
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40 Voleta Court: Spruce Grove Vacant Lot/Land for sale : MLS®# E4491819
40 Voleta Court Spruce Grove T7X 0J8 
$259,900Single Family- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4491819
One of the last two walkout lots backing onto Jubilee Park in the sought-after community of Spruce Village! This vacant lot offers a rare chance to build your custom dream home or investment property in an established, family-friendly neighborhood. At approximately 4,500 sq. ft. with a 30-foot building pocket, this prime location provides easy access to Jubilee Park's scenic ponds, walking trails, spray park, playgrounds, basketball courts, frisbee golf, and winter skating. Schools, shopping, groceries, and everyday amenities are all within walking distance, while quick access to Highway 16A, the Yellowhead, and Edmonton's west end makes commuting a breeze. More detailsCourtesy of Sandy Kahlon of RE/MAX Excellence- REMAX RIVER CITY
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42 Voleta Court: Spruce Grove Vacant Lot/Land for sale : MLS®# E4491821
42 Voleta Court Spruce Grove T7X 0J8
$259,900Single Family- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4491821
Rare walkout lot backing onto Jubilee Park in the desirable community of Spruce Village. This approximately 4,600 sq. ft. lot features a 30-foot building pocket and offers the perfect opportunity to build a custom home in an established, family-friendly neighborhood. Enjoy close proximity to scenic ponds, walking trails, playgrounds, a spray park, basketball courts, frisbee golf, and winter skating. Schools, shopping, groceries, and everyday amenities are all within walking distance, with quick access to Highway 16A, the Yellowhead, and Edmonton's west end. Build to suit in one of Spruce Grove's most sought-after communities and enjoy the ideal blend of convenience, recreation, and small-town charm. More detailsCourtesy of Sandy Kahlon of RE/MAX Excellence- REMAX RIVER CITY
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50 320 SPRUCE RIDGE Road: Spruce Grove Townhouse for sale : MLS®# E4491815
50 320 SPRUCE RIDGE Road Spruce Grove T7X 2Z3
$245,000Condo- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- E4491815
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,055 sq. ft.
Welcome to your new home! Located in Spruce Grove's affordable and well maintained community of Spruce Ridge Terrace, this home has everything you have been looking for - for a great price! One of the best parts? Brand new flooring was just put in on the upper floor to match the main (which was also recently replaced)! With a functional main floor layout, you will also find 3 bedrooms on the upper floor with a walk in closet in the primary! The basement is awaiting your creative touch and is also where you will find laundry. The deck is south facing, allowing for plenty of sunshine! There are two powered parking stalls out front of the unit as well as TONS of space for visitor parking! This home is close to so much that Spruce Grove has to offer: schools, parks, tri-leisure centre, shopping and the list goes on. This is your opportunity to be a homeowner without the large price tag. Don't miss this one! More detailsCourtesy of Mahra L Cormier of RE/MAX PREFERRED CHOICE- REMAX RIVER CITY
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412 6 SPRUCE RIDGE Drive: Spruce Grove Condo for sale : MLS®# E4492377
412 6 SPRUCE RIDGE Drive Spruce Grove T7X 4P4
$230,000Condo- Status:
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- MLS® Num:
- E4492377
- Bedrooms:
- 2
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 973 sq. ft.
Top floor condo with heated underground parking! Enjoy peaceful east-facing treetop views from this bright & spacious 2 bed, 2 bath condo in The Palisades! The well-designed kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry & plenty of workspace. The large living rm features laminate flooring, a corner gas fireplace & patio doors to a private balcony. The primary suite includes a walk-through closet & 4-pce ensuite. A generous second bdrm, 3-piece bath w/stand-up shower, & separate laundry room w/full-size washer & dryer add convenience. In-floor heating throughout. Recent updates incl. resurfaced balconies (2022) & brand-new shingles & eavestroughs currently being installed & already paid for. Includes a separately titled heated underground stall w/storage locker & car wash bay. Pets allowed! Quality, self-managed complex w/no age restrictions, a welcoming social club, rentable clubhouse & a great location close to shopping, Tri-Leisure Centre, Jennifer Heil Way & Hwy 16! More detailsCourtesy of Jamie C Hubick of Royal Lepage Arteam Realty- REMAX RIVER CITY
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130 87 BROOKWOOD Drive: Spruce Grove Townhouse for sale : MLS®# E4491176
130 87 BROOKWOOD Drive Spruce Grove T7X 1A6
$224,900Condo- Status:
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- MLS® Num:
- E4491176
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 2
- Floor Area:
- 1,068 sq. ft.
Well-kept 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhouse located in a quiet area of a great complex with recently updated windows, railings and exterior doors. The main floor features laminate flooring, while the upper level and basement offer comfortable carpeting. The kitchen includes extra storage with attractive glass-front cabinets. The fully finished basement provides a large family room, built-in office space, and additional storage in the laundry area. Outside, enjoy a spacious deck and very low-maintenance yard with no grass to mow! A great opportunity for anyone looking for affordable, comfortable living in Spruce Grove. More detailsCourtesy of Carolyn L Flexhaug of Royal Lepage Arteam Realty- REMAX RIVER CITY
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