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📍 Edmonton Metropolitan Region  ·  Alberta, Canada

Stony Plain
Community Guide

A welcoming small town with big-city convenience — just 30 minutes west of Edmonton. Discover why families love calling Stony Plain home.

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~18,000
Residents
~30 min
To Edmonton
8
Public Schools
40+
Public Murals
1908
Established

Community Overview

Where Small-Town Charm Meets Modern Living

Stony Plain is surrounded by Parkland County and nestled beside Spruce Grove, offering the warmth of a close-knit community with access to all the amenities of a major metropolitan area.

🏙 Location & Access
Region Edmonton Metropolitan Region
To Edmonton ~30 minutes via Highway 16A (Yellowhead)
Adjacent City Spruce Grove, Alberta
Land Area 35.45 km²
Elevation 710 m (2,330 ft)
Major Highways Hwy 16A, Hwy 628, Hwy 779
Airport Access Edmonton Intl ~55 min
🏛 Town Government
Mayor William Choy
Council Mayor + 6 Councillors
Town Office 4905 – 51 Ave, Stony Plain T7Z 1Y1
Office Hours Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Phone 780-963-2151
Email [email protected]
Website stonyplain.com
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Stony Plain Community Information Package

Download our comprehensive 7-page PDF guide — schools, waste collection, parks, contacts, climate data, and more. Everything new residents need to know.

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Education

Schools & Learning

Stony Plain is served by multiple school divisions offering public, Catholic, French-immersion, and independent education options from Kindergarten through Grade 12.

Public
Ecole Meridian Heights School
Parkland School Division
K – 9
Public
Forest Green School
Parkland School Division
K – 6
Public
High Park School
Parkland School Division
K – 6
Public
Memorial Composite High School
Parkland School Division
Gr. 9 – 12
Public
Westview School
Parkland School Division
K – 9
Catholic
St. John Paul II Catholic School
Evergreen Catholic SD
K – 8
French
Ecole La Trinite
Centre Nord (Francophone)
K – 9
Independent
SML Christian Academy
Independent Private
K – 12
Independent
Living Waters Christian Academy
Independent Private
K – 12

Recreation

Parks, Trails & Recreation

From scenic trail systems to sports arenas, Stony Plain offers year-round recreation for the whole family. A brand new Community Recreation Facility is currently under construction!

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Shikaoi Park
Named after Stony Plain's Japanese twin town — beautiful green space with cultural significance.
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Glenn Hall Centennial Arena
Year-round ice facility — home of the Stony Plain Eagles (Allan Cup Hockey West).
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TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre
World-class facility shared with Spruce Grove — aquatics, fitness centre, and two ice surfaces.
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Skate Park & BMX Park
Dedicated facility for skateboarding, in-line skating, and BMX riders of all skill levels.
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Sports Fields & Ball Diamonds
Multiple lit and unlit diamonds and fields available for bookings — check field status online.
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Green Path Trail System
Extensive multi-use trail network connecting neighbourhoods — walking, cycling, and jogging.
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40+ Outdoor Murals
World-renowned outdoor gallery throughout downtown — interactive map at explorestonyplain.com.
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New Community Recreation Facility
Currently ~60% complete — a major new recreation hub coming soon to Stony Plain!

Municipal Services

Waste Collection & Utilities

Stony Plain operates a comprehensive three-stream residential waste program. All carts must be placed at the curb by 7:00 AM on your collection day.

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Garbage
Every 2 Weeks
240L or 120L black cart. Spring thaw: front curb only (Apr–May). Collected by Integrity Waste Solutions.
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Recycling
Weekly — All Year
Blue bag program. Collected by GFL Environmental. Hard/rigid plastics, paper, cardboard, metals accepted.
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Organics
Weekly (May–Oct) / Bi-weekly (Nov–Apr)
240L green cart. Food scraps and yard waste. Collected by Integrity Waste Solutions.
📍 Recycling Drop-Off Locations
Rotary Centre 4505-50 Ave — open 24/7 for electronics, paint, bulbs, batteries
Parkland Transfer 52514 Range Road 11 — Tue–Sat, 9 AM–4:45 PM | 780-968-8888
Spruce Grove Eco 50 Diamond Ave — Mon–Sat, 10 AM–5:30 PM
🔧 Utilities & Services
Water / Sewer Municipal service — monthly billing via Town
Public Works 780-963-2469 | After hours: 780-818-6766
Missed Pickup Report by noon, day after scheduled pickup
Recycle Coach App Download for weekly reminders & What Goes Where

Events & Community Life

A Rich, Year-Round Lifestyle

Stony Plain punches far above its weight in events, arts, and community spirit. There's always something happening here.

🤠
Farmers' Days Rodeo & Exhibition
First week of June — rodeo, parade, pancake breakfast
🎶
Blueberry Bluegrass Festival
Early August — largest bluegrass event in Western Canada
🎤
Cowboy Poetry Gathering
Late August — beloved annual cultural tradition
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Great White North Triathlon
First week of July — swim, bike, run event
🎉
Canada Day Celebrations
July 1 — community-wide festivities
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Family Fest — New Year's
Heritage Park — skating, hot chocolate & fireworks
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Midsummer Thursdays & Outdoor Movies
Summer evenings — free community entertainment
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Christmas Tree Lighting
December — Main Street lit for the holiday season

Safety & Contacts

Safety, Healthcare & Key Contacts

Stony Plain is a safe, family-friendly community served by the RCMP, a professional fire department, and its own full hospital right in town.

🛡 Public Safety & Healthcare
Police RCMP — Parkland Detachment (non-emergency: 780-968-7267)
Fire Dept. Stony Plain Fire Department — 9-1-1 for emergencies
Hospital WestView Health Centre — 68-bed public hospital in town
Hospital Phone 780-968-3600 | Emergency 24/7
Bylaw 780-963-2151 | Report at stonyplain.com
Crime Prevention CPTED program; Neighbourhood Connect initiative
📞 Key Town Contacts
Town Office 780-963-2151 | [email protected]
Public Works 780-963-2469 | After hours: 780-818-6766
Recreation [email protected]
Public Library stonyplainlibrary.ca | 780-963-5440
Explore SP explorestonyplain.com
Town Website stonyplain.com

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