North Edmonton, Alberta facts for kids

Quick facts for kids North Edmonton
(former village)
Village of North Edmonton
North Edmonton Location in Edmonton
Country	Canada
Province	Alberta
City	Edmonton
Village	January 20, 1910
Annexation	July 22, 1912

North Edmonton was once a small village in Alberta, Canada. It was later absorbed by the much larger City of Edmonton. Today, the area where the village used to be is part of northeast Edmonton. You can find its approximate center at the intersection of Fort Road, 66 Street, and 127 Avenue. This land is now home to several Edmonton neighbourhoods. These include Balwin, Belvedere, Industrial Heights, Kennedale Industrial, and Yellowhead Corridor East.

History of North Edmonton

The area began to grow after the Canadian Northern Railway arrived in Edmonton in 1905. This new railway made it easier to transport goods and people.

Packingtown: A Busy Hub

North Edmonton became well-known as "Packingtown." This nickname came from the many meatpacking plants that opened there. Most of these plants were located along 66th Street. These businesses helped the area become a busy industrial center.

Becoming a Village

On January 20, 1910, North Edmonton officially became a village. This meant it had its own local government. The village covered an area of four quarter sections of land. By 1911, about 404 people lived in the village.

Joining the City of Edmonton

The Village of North Edmonton did not stay independent for long. On July 22, 1912, it was annexed by Edmonton. When a place is annexed, it means it officially becomes part of a larger city or town. After this, North Edmonton became a part of the growing city of Edmonton.

Community Life

The area was also home to a Franciscan friary. This was a religious community built on land bought by Bishop Emile Legal. The friary operated in North Edmonton until 2005.