Welcome to Wainwright
Wainwright is a strong, vibrant community located in East Central Alberta near the beautiful Battle River valley and is the major service center for the region. We are a progressive community of 5775 (plus 650 at CFB Wainwright) with a historically stable economy and steady growth.
Our history is rich and is highlighted throughout the area. We have a variety of things to see and do on your visit, as well as having excellent quality of life amenities. Businesses in the region are strong and diverse reflecting what we have to offer. We invite you to come and Join The Action!!!
Area Overview
Wainwright was incorporated as a town in 1910. At the time, Buffalo National Park was located immediately south of town, which was used to preserve the endangered bison. In 1940, the animals were removed and the land was turned over to the Department of National Defence, who established a training camp known as Base Wainwright. Base Wainwright, which has been extensively developed over the years and is now Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, is one of the primary training areas in Canada, regularly hosting international exercises.
Today, Wainwright is a thriving community of 5,775 people. In addition to the defence industry, oil and gas as well as agriculture has resulted in Wainwright experiencing steady growth, a trend expected to continue in the future.
Location
The Town of Wainwright is located in the Municipal District of Wainwright #61, 200 km southeast of Edmonton, 106 km southwest of Lloydminster, and 400 km northeast of Calgary.
Economic Base
The major economic activities in the area include agriculture, oil and gas production and distribution, the Canadian Forces Base Wainwright (Base Wainwright), and associated support services.
Please visit our business directory at www.wainwright.ca
Economic Facts
Dwelling Unit Sales: 2012
| Type |
# of Sales |
Average Price |
Range |
| All types |
186 |
$241,136 |
n/a |
| Single Detached |
145 |
$251,038 |
$64,000-$446,000 |
Rental Accomodation
| |
Number |
Vacancy Rate |
1 Bdrm |
2 Bdrm |
3 Bdrm |
| Rental Units (Apartment) |
260 |
6.9% |
$656/month |
$863/month |
$961/month |
Utilities
Electrical Power
Retailer: Utilities Consumer Advocate at 310-4-UCA (310-4822) www.uca.gov.ab.ca/175.html
Distributor: FortisAlberta: 310-WIRE (310-9473) (Alberta & BC) OR 1-866-717-3113
Natural Gas
Town of Wainwright
1018 - 2nd Avenue
Wainwright, Alberta
T9W 1R1
Telephone: 780-842-3381
Telephone
Telus Communications Inc.
Telephone: Residential 310-2255 Business 310-3100
Water Supply
The source of water is the Battle River, treated at the Canadian Forces Base Wainwright (plant capacity up to 30,000). The Town's reservoir capacity is 12,000 cubic metres.
Waste Management
Sewage treatment is provided by aerated lagoons. Wainwright has provision for the disposal of chemicals. Waste Management has been contracted to provide garbage collection services. Garbage is collected weekly for residential as well as commercial/industrial users.
Taxation
Mill Rates [2012]
Residential 8.8267 Non-Residential 12.8560
Transportation
Air Service
The Wainwright Municipal Airport has all weather facilities and night service. The runway length is 915 metres.The nearest commercial air service is in Lloydminster, 101 kilometres northeast of Wainwright.
Rail Service
Wainwright is served by the Canadian National Railways TransCanada Main Line. Spur trackage is available. Passenger service is available with VIA Rail.
Highways
Connecting highways are Highway 14 to Edmonton [west] and Saskatchewan [east], and Highway 41[north-south].
Trucking Firms
- Al's Hotshot & Trucking Services Ltd.
- B&R Eckel's Transport
- Brenson Trucking
- H&E Oilfield Services
- Holt Transport
- Roseneau Transport
Bus Services
Charter bus services is available through Bison Bus Ltd.
Couriers and Taxis
Greyhound Courier Express, Priority Courier, Loomis, Purolator Couriers
Taxi companies include Allens Taxi, Bargain Taxi, Burkes Courier, Choice Cabs, M&S Taxi, On Time Delivery and Wright Taxi
Community Lifestyle
Recreation
Local recreational facilities include Peace Memorial Park [ball diamonds, tennis courts, playground, basketball practice court], Wainwright and District Communiplex [swimming pool, whirlpool, weight training, racquetball/squash courts, dance studio, and community theatre], Wainwright Curling Club, Wainwright Public Library, Tory Heights ball diamonds, Wainwright Golf and Country Club [18 holes], Rotary Splash Park, 16 parks, 8 outdoor skating rinks, and a 13 acre soccer park.
Attached to the Communiplex is the Peace Memorial Multiplex which houses 2 NHL-size ice surfaces, an indoor running track, and climbing wall.
Dr. Middlemass Park and Picnic Area, located in Wainwright, has 24 serviced sites. Nearby recreational facilities include Arm Lake Recreational Area [golf, camping, fishing], a firing range, and the Riverdale Mini-Park [golf, camping, swimming].
Community Organizations
Wainwright has a wide range [over 50] of local sports clubs and community organizations to suit the residents' needs, from minor hockey and baseball to Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Girl Guides/Scouts, and the Royal Canadian Legion.
Religious Services
- Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
- Canadian Martyrs Chapel (Catholic)
- Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
- Church of the Nazarene
- Evangelical Free Church
- Jehovah's Witnesses
- Peace Lutheran Church
- Presbyterian Church
- Saint Paul's Chapel (Protestant)
- St. Thomas Anglican Church
- United Church of Canada
- Wainwright Pentecostal Assembly
Special Annual Events/Attractions
Tourist attractions include Base Wainwright, Bud Cotton Buffalo Paddock, Wainwright Museum, Railway Park, Petroleum Park, Historic Main Street, Buffalo statue, Koroluk Landslide, Wainwright Stampede, Agricultural Fair, and the Clock Tower Cenotaph.
Hospitality
Accommodation
- Best Western
- Bio Vista Motel
- Bison Motel
- Callaghan House
- Day's Motel
- Plains West Motor Inn
- R&R Inn & Suites
- Springs Motor Inn
- Wainwright Ramada
Restaurants
- A&W express
- Anna's Restaurant and Esso
- Boston Pizza
- Buffalo Springs Inn Restaurant
- Burger Baron
- Domino's Pizza
- Donair Stop
- EastAlta Co-op Coffee Shop
- Four Seasons Restaurant
- The Galleria
- Highway Traffic Cafe
- Honey Pot Eatery & Pub
- Husky House and Gas Liner
- Jack's Place
- Juice Junkeez
- Kentucky Fried Chicken
- Little Haven Emporium
- Long's Take Out Food
- McDonald's
- Park Hotel
- Royal Restaurant
- Subway
- T&T Grill
- Tim Hortons
- Tony's Pizza & Ribs
- Wainwright Steak House
- 1979 Taphouse & Grill
Education
Wainwright is part of the Buffalo Trail Regional School Division #28, headquartered in Wainwright [telephone: 780-842-6144], and the East Central Alberta Catholic Separate School Regional Division #16, headquartered in Wainwright [telephone: 780-842-3992].
Preschool programs are available - Little Steps Preschool/Jr. Kindergarten [telephone: 780-842-3808], Wainwright Playschool Association [780-842-6085].
Daycare/Nursery
Exploring Wonders Daycare 780-842-9683
MFRC Child Development Centre 780-842-1363 ext 1248
Wainwright Children's Centre 780-842-3161
Vermilion Family Dayhome Program 780-853-6190
Public
Public schools located in Wainwright include Wainwright Elementary School [K-6] and Wainwright Junior & Senior High School [7-12].
Separate
Blessed Sacrement School provides educational services for grades K to 12. French Ecole Saint-Christophe provides schooling in french for grades K to 10
Private
N/A
Other
Parent Link Centre Wainwright 780-842-2585
Post Secondary
Post-secondary education is available from the Wainwright Council For Adult Lifelong Learning and Wainwright LEARN and Lakeland College.
Healthcare
Wainwright's hospital needs are served by the Wainwright Health Care Complex, which has 25 active care beds and 65 long-term care beds.
Other health services include 8 doctors, 2 medical clinics, 1 health unit [East Central Regional Health Authority], 1 chiropractor, 3 dental clinics, 1 denturist, 3 eye centers, 1 senior citizens lodge, 3 Senior Citizens Self Contained Apartments and 1 supportive living/life lease apartment complex.
Emergency Services
ALL EMERGENCY SERVICES CAN BE ACCESSED THROUGH 911
Fire Protection
The Wainwright and District Fire & Rescue Department is a well-trained and well-equipped volunteer department comprised of 27 members who are responsible for the provision of fire protection services, fire prevention programs and rescue services.
Police Services
The Town of Wainwright contracts the RCMP to provide police services within our community. The Town provides the RCMP with the detachment building and clerical staff. The RCMP's mission is to preservice the peace, uphold the law and provide quality service through community based policing. [RCMP] [telephone: 780-842-4463].
Ambulance Services
Local ambulance service is available.
Community Services
Municipal
Town of Wainwright
1018 - 2nd Avenue
Wainwright, Alberta
T9W 1R1
Telephone: 780-842-3381 Fax: 780-842-2898
e-mail: info@wainwright.ca
Provincial
Member of Legislative Assembly Member of Parliament AFSC Agriculture and Food
Attorney General [Provincial Court] East Central Communities Futures Corp.-Viking
Energy
Environment
Family and Social Services
Forestry Lands and Wildlife
Health
Public Works, Supply and Services
Alberta Community Development
Transportation
Federal
National Defence - Canadian Forces Base Wainwright
Canada Post
Farm Credit Corporation
Climate
DAILY NORMAL TEMPERATURES
| |
HIGH |
LOW |
AVERAGE |
| January |
-11.9C (10.6F) |
-23.0C (-9.4F) |
-17.5C (0.5F) |
| April |
9.5C (49.1F) |
-3.8C (25.2F) |
3.0C (37.4F) |
| July |
24.5C (76.1F) |
9.7C (49.5F) |
17.1C (62.8F) |
| October |
11.5C (52.7F) |
-2.6C (27.3F) |
4.6C (40.3F) |
| |
|
|
|
| Annual Precipitation |
41cm |
16 in |
|
| Rain |
29 cm |
11.5in |
|
| Snow |
112cm |
43.9in |
|
| Frost Free Days |
99 |
|
|
| Hours Sunshine/Year |
2490 |
|
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Key Contacts
Municipal
Town of Wainwright
1018 - 2 Avenue
Wainwright AB
T9W 1R1
Tel: (780)842-3381
Fax: (780)842-2898
info@wainwright.ca
Norm Coleman
Mayor
Ray Poulin
Administrator
rpoulin@wainwright.ca
Provincial
Dawna Allard
Regional Manager, South Central
Alberta Finance and Enterprise
T: 403.340.5302 | F: 403.340.5231 | E. dawna.allard@gov.ab.ca
Honourable Doug Griffiths (PC)
MLA for Battle River-Wainwright/Minister of Municipal Affairs
Constituency Office
#201, 1006 - 4 Avenue
Wainwright
T9W 2R3
Phone: (780) 842-6177
Fax: (780) 842-3171
battleriver.wainwright@assembly.ab.ca
Legislature Office
#130 Legislature Building
10800-97 Avenue
Edmonton
T5K 2B6
Phone: (780) 422-5369
Fax: (780) 422-5385
Federal
Vegreville--Wainwright, Alberta
BENOIT, Leon Earl (Conservative)
Parliamentary Address
House of Commons
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0A6
Telephone: (613) 992-4171
Fax: (613) 996-9011
E-Mail: benoil1@parl.gc.ca
Constituency Address
5004 - 49th Street, Professional Building, P.O. Box 300
Mannville, Alberta
T0B 2W0
Telephone: (780) 763-6130 1-800-463-1194
Fax: (780) 763-6132
TTY:
E-Mail: benoil1@parl.gc.ca
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