Valleyview, Alberta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Valleyview
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Town
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| Town of Valleyview | |||
Town Hall
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| Motto(s):
Portal to the Peace
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Location in the MD of Greenview No. 16
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 Valleyview
Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada | ||
| Province | Alberta | ||
| Region | Northern Alberta | ||
| Planning region | Upper Peace | ||
| Municipal district | Municipal District of Greenview No. 16 | ||
| Incorporated | |||
| • Village | January 1, 1955 | ||
| • Town | February 5, 1957 | ||
| Area
(2021)
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| • Land | 9.17 km2 (3.54 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 700 m (2,300 ft) | ||
| Population
(2021)
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| • Total | 1,673 | ||
| • Density | 182.4/km2 (472/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) | ||
| Postal code span |
T0H
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| Area code(s) | +1-780 | ||
| Highways | Highway 43 Highway 49 |
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| Waterways | Sturgeon Lake | ||
Valleyview is a town in northwest Alberta, Canada. It is surrounded by the Municipal District of Greenview No. 16 and in Census Division No. 18.
It is at the junction of Highway 43 and Highway 49, between the Little Smoky River and Sturgeon Lake. Its position, in the junction of the two highways into the Peace Region, has led to the town motto, "Portal to the Peace".
History
- Late 1800s: The first visitors to the area arrived, seeking natives to exchange goods for furs. The trading was good and a Hudson’s Bay post was established on Sturgeon Lake. ‘Peace River Jim’ Cornwall established the Bredin and Cornwall Trading Post nearby.
- 1900: The area was surveyed for a possible settlement, but little developed of it.
- 1901: The area was surveyed again by Fred Young who was particularly impressed with a piece of land on the northwest shore of Sturgeon Lake.
- 1916: The first pioneers settled in the area nearby as its soil was rich for farming.
- 1929: The first post office was opened in the community.
Geography
- Climate
Valleyview experiences a humid continental climate (Köppen climate classification Dfb).
| Climate data for Valleyview | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 13 (55) |
18 (64) |
21 (70) |
28 (82) |
32 (90) |
33.3 (91.9) |
32 (90) |
34 (93) |
32 (90) |
29 (84) |
18 (64) |
14.5 (58.1) |
34 (93) |
| Average high °C (°F) | −7.7 (18.1) |
−3.5 (25.7) |
3.3 (37.9) |
11 (52) |
17 (63) |
20.4 (68.7) |
22.2 (72.0) |
21.8 (71.2) |
16 (61) |
10 (50) |
0.4 (32.7) |
−5.9 (21.4) |
8.7 (47.7) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | −12.8 (9.0) |
−9.2 (15.4) |
−2.5 (27.5) |
4.9 (40.8) |
10.4 (50.7) |
14.3 (57.7) |
16.1 (61.0) |
15.3 (59.5) |
10.1 (50.2) |
4.7 (40.5) |
−4.1 (24.6) |
−10.9 (12.4) |
3 (37) |
| Average low °C (°F) | −17.9 (−0.2) |
−14.9 (5.2) |
−8.2 (17.2) |
−1.2 (29.8) |
3.8 (38.8) |
8.1 (46.6) |
9.9 (49.8) |
8.9 (48.0) |
4.2 (39.6) |
−0.6 (30.9) |
−10 (14) |
−15.8 (3.6) |
−2.7 (27.1) |
| Record low °C (°F) | −43 (−45) |
−40 (−40) |
−34 (−29) |
−20 (−4) |
−15 (5) |
−4 (25) |
0 (32) |
−1 (30) |
−11.1 (12.0) |
−29 (−20) |
−32.2 (−26.0) |
−46.1 (−51.0) |
−46.1 (−51.0) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 33.9 (1.33) |
20.3 (0.80) |
15.5 (0.61) |
21.6 (0.85) |
40.1 (1.58) |
83.3 (3.28) |
86.6 (3.41) |
63.1 (2.48) |
48.3 (1.90) |
24.7 (0.97) |
25.3 (1.00) |
30.7 (1.21) |
493.5 (19.43) |
| Source: Environment Canada | |||||||||||||
Demographics
| Federal census population history |
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1956 | 973 | — |
| 1961 | 1,077 | +10.7% |
| 1966 | 1,827 | +69.6% |
| 1971 | 1,732 | −5.2% |
| 1976 | 1,716 | −0.9% |
| 1981 | 2,061 | +20.1% |
| 1986 | 1,987 | −3.6% |
| 1991 | 1,980 | −0.4% |
| 1996 | 1,906 | −3.7% |
| 2001 | 1,856 | −2.6% |
| 2006 | 1,725 | −7.1% |
| 2011 | 1,761 | +2.1% |
| 2016 | 1,863 | +5.8% |
| Source: Statistics Canada |
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In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Town of Valleyview recorded a population of 1,673 living in 661 of its 782 total private dwellings, a change of -10.2% from its 2016 population of 1,863. With a land area of 9.17 km2 (3.54 sq mi), it had a population density of 182.4/km2 (472/sq mi) in 2021.
In the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Town of Valleyview recorded a population of 1,863 living in 747 of its 833 total private dwellings, a 5.8% change from its 2011 population of 1,761. With a land area of 9.32 km2 (3.60 sq mi), it had a population density of 199.9/km2 (518/sq mi) in 2016.
The Town of Valleyview's 2013 municipal census counted a population of 1,972, a 4.7% change from its 2007 municipal census population of 1,884.
Attractions
Valleyview's main recreational activity is found at the ice rink, named Polar Palace. This is where the Valleyview's hockey team (the Valleyview Jets) plays regular games in the Peace Region league. Also located in the ice rink is a curling rink which has regular bonspiels. Next door to the Polar Palace is the local pool, which is on the same grounds as the lovely Legion picnic area and water park.
The nearby Sturgeon Lake provides setting for outdoor activities. Two provincial parks are established on its shores: Young's Point Provincial Park (beach, boating, fishing, camping) and Williamson Provincial Park (beach, boating, fishing).
Economy
Valleyview's economy is primarily resource driven with oil and gas being the predominant industry. Multiple oil and gas companies operate in the area with several pipelines in the vicinity. Tervita began in Valleyview as Concord Well Servicing in 1979, founded by David Werklund and Gordon Vivian, and still has operations in the area. Pembina Pipeline has an office in Valleyview and operates a terminal facility south of town along with managing other assets in the area. The industry also supports a variety of well service companies and related businesses.
The travel industry is also a major component in Valleyview. Situated along the CANAMEX Corridor and at the junction of two major highways, a service corridor has developed to cater to the needs of travelers. Hotels/motels, gas/service stations and fast food establishments have been built adjacent to the portions of Highway 43 and Highway 49 that pass through town. This section is called Crocus Hill Gasoline Alley.
Another notable employer in Valleyview is the Municipal District of Greenview, which has its main administrative office and several departments situated within town limits. The town is also a regional hub for medical services.
Notable people
- David Werklund, entrepreneur and Alberta Order of Excellence recipient
- Rona Ambrose, politician
- Todd Loewen, politician
- Wyatt McIntyre, politician
Images for kids
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Greenview Regional Multiplex
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