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The Town of Barrhead provides urban amenities in a scenic rural setting about 120km from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. During the late 1800's and the early 1900's, Barrhead played an important role in the settlement of north-western Alberta. Highway 33, known as the Grizzly Trail, follows the original Klondike Trail, which was the shortest route to the Yukon during the Gold Rush years. Once established, this route was key to the settlement of the Peace River region. The old Barrhead town site, 3 km north of the present Town Centre, was a frequent stop over for the Klondikers and others who needed supplies for the rigorous journey north.
Originally established in 1906, Barrhead's position as a major trade centre on the historic Klondike Trail gave it a significant role in the settlement of north-western Alberta. It was a vital link in the trade route from Fort Edmonton to the Yukon.
James McGuire, one of the first settlers in the area, named Barrhead after his hometown in Scotland. The Great Blue Heron is another prominent figure in local lore. The elegant, long-legged bird, often spotted along the shores of local lakes, is the Town's official mascot. A statue of the bird is situated at the corner of 50 Street and 49 Street, affectionately named Aaron the Heron!
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facebook.comDid you know we have recycling bins located at the Town Shop? We have bins for Plastic, Cardboard, Paper, and Metals. The Landfill accepts all Electronics recyclables. For more recycling information visit:
With warmer weather we say good bye to our outdoor skating rinks for the season. Use caution on all frozen surfaces moving into spring. Agrena Outdoor Rink: CLOSED Cecile Martin Outdoor Rink: USE AT OWN RISK
Do you love gardening? Spring is just around the corner and Pots'n'Pansies Greenhouses & Garden Center has a full day gardening event this Saturday with speakers, lunch, vendors, and everything you need to get planting! 🌱
It is time again for our Annual General Meeting! Stay informed regarding the Town’s 2017 Financial Statements as presented by an independent Auditor. This meeting is open to all and your questions are welcome. No registration is required. Meeting is held in the Council Chambers at 5014 - 50 Avenue. All presented reports will be published on www.barrhead.ca after the meeting for those who cannot attend.
Calling all creative kids! Our Easter Colouring Contest has begun. For details and an entry form visit our website or stop by the pool or Town Office. Win Easter prizes!
Don't forget! Set your clocks ahead one hour tomorrow. 🕑
A warm welcome to our 2018 Japanese delegates! They will be experiencing all that the Barrhead Region has to offer over the next week. We are so pleased you are here! 🇯🇵
🎗️ FREE: From Mar 12-17 and Mar 27-Apr 3, 2018 Alberta Health Services's Mobile Mammography Clinic will be set up in the Agrena Parking Lot. Early detection is the main reason why 90% of women are now surviving breast cancer. Please share far and wide and make an appointment by calling 1-800-667-0604 🎗️
🎵TOMORROW:🎵 The Barrhead Rotary Music Festival begins! This week long experience has something for everyone so come out and support your local talent from March 7-15! Check out their Facebook page for details.
Our friends at Barrhead Community Adult Learning have some great workshops & classes coming up. Standard First Aid Class, Drug Awareness Workshop, and Learn Spanish Classes! Like them on Facebook or watch their website for new classes every month. 📚
The good news about February being a short month - it's time again for Free Family Swim sponsored by Pembina West Co-op and Servus Credit Union! Tomorrow from 4:30pm - 6:00pm. Happy swimming! 🌊😄
To ensure quality safety and service there is a change to the pool schedule on Wednesdays involving the competition pool (the lane pool). To learn more visit:
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