One of the greatest strengths of the Athabasca region is the sense of community we all have for our region. It is for this reason Athabasca County contributes to public facilities in our region and offers support to volunteer community organizations running community halls and those who help by volunteering with local organizations. There are a number of grants that can help you meet the long and short-term goals of your organization. Our region is stronger because of the work you do!
Hall with Kitchen – Suitable for 300 people with A/C (meetings, private events or public functions). Private fenced area with camping available with hall rental. Located 3 km north on HWY 813 from Athabasca. Bookings contact Camille Wallach – 780-245-4841. Fairhaven Big Coulee Complex – Barn 60 x 100 with sand base available for drop in riding or rental. Indoor riding arena. Located 3 km north on Hwy 813 from Athabasca. Bookings contact Cassie 780-689-7617.
The Hall is available for rent for all of your family events. It includes an upgraded kitchen and other facilities include a very good playground, two baseball diamonds free of charge, and lots of parking. Join them for their famous twice-annual chicken supper and the Amber Valley Music Jams every second Saturday from September to May. For hall inquiries call Virginia 780-675-4699. For baseball tournaments, contact Gil at 780-675-3490.
Operated by the Ellscott Community Hall Association, the facility can be rented by contacting Peggy Hrynyk 780-525-2258 or Carrie Hatt 780-623-5466.
Operated by the Caslan Recreation and Culture Society, the hall is available for bookings by contacting Brenda Henson at 780-689-2514.
Operated by the Colinton Community Club, the Colinton Community Centre is located about 20 km (by highway) south of Athabasca, Alberta. The Colinton Community Centre is home to a bowling alley, hall, kitchen and meeting room all available for event rentals. The centre is also home to a variety of clubs. The community club also hosts an annual craft sale. It’s a great place to host a wedding reception or other special occasion. The hall, kitchen, meeting room and bowling alley are available for your next event. For bookings contact Janis Wildfong – 780-675-3095 or visit their website.
Operated by the Ellscott Community Association, the Ellscott Community Hall located 20 km south of Boyle is available for rentals for a day or for weekend events. The hall capacity is 160 people and is suitable for community or family events. The Ellscott Association holds a variety of events during the year including family dances, potlucks and crib tournaments.
For more information or rentals call Alida Wambeck 780 689-8261 or Rena Goodwin 780 913-7103, or check us out on Facebook.
Operated by the Forfar Community Society the hall can be booked by calling Jean Bilsky at 780-675-3229.
The Grassland Community Hall is available for rent for business meetings, corporate functions or any large family event with a capacity of 500 people. It has a full commercial kitchen, a house sound system, stage, 2 break-out rooms that can be separated off the main meeting room, bar area with an ice machine and walk-in cooler, small fenced playground, large area available for RV camping (non-serviced and no fires), baseball diamond, and ample parking. Hotels are in walking distance. For booking information contact:
Stella Yakowchuk 780-525-2228
Dianna Coverly 780-213-4230
Visit the Grassland Cultural Society website.
Operated by the Grosmont Community Club, the recently renovated hall has a capacity for 200 and is fully accessible. The grounds include a ball diamond, camping (non-serviced) and ample parking.
Located approx. 22 kms from Athabasca, west and north on Hwy 2. For booking information contact:
Carrie Patry 780-689-7894
The Meanook Community Club has recently been renovated and boasts a capacity of 100 people. The venue is suitable for many community or family events. Call Linda Paquette – 780-675-3971
The air-conditioned New Pine Creek Hall seats up to 175. Outside there is an unserviced campground, fire pit, and gazebo. Call Gail Sissons 780-675-2572.
Operated by the Prosvita Community Association the hall is available for rentals. Contact Vickie Bereziuk 780-525-2233.
The recently renovated hall has a capacity of 180 and is fully accessible. Outside, a full-sized skating rink is available for public use. Call Joan at 780-675-2897 or visit their website.
(summer only) Hall capacity 160 – Banquet seating 120 Domestic stove, freezer and commercial cooler in food service area. No dishes or utensils available – No hot water or permanent sink in food service area. Washrooms and showers, covered stage, separate bar area under cover. Ball diamond with dugouts and bleachers. Riding arena with bleachers. Plenty of tenting and trailer space – 5 electrical hookups – no sani disposal on site. Trees, open grass areas. BBQ’s available by arrangement. Ideal for family reunions, company barbeques, community events! Rentals Contact Sandy Oko: 780-307-6225 | sloko12@xplornet.ca
(winter only) Outdoor rink with boards. Change room with benches – no public washrooms on ground level. Club room capacity is 40, tables and chairs, two washrooms. Upper club room accessed by stairwell is available for parties, meetings, etc. Small food service area with pass-through. No dishes or utensils available. Domestic stove, freezer and double sinks in food service area. Rentals Contact Sandy Oko: 780-307-6225 | sloko12@xplornet.ca
Capacity of 80 people and is fully accessible.
This well equipped hall also has an outdoor kitchen, playground, firepit and a charcoal BBQ. Plenty of parking and RV area.
Booking information contact: Evelyn Wiwchar at 780 675-2170 or 780 689-8796
Athabasca County residents are served by five libraries throughout the region. Each are governed by boards comprised of both elected officials and members of the public interested in helping to provide a variety of library services to residents in the region.
Each library is independent and provides unique services for their communities. Check out each library below to see what services and programs they offer.
Regular Operating Hours:
Tuesday | 3 pm to 6 pm
Thursday | 3 pm to 6 pm
Curbside available
CLOSED – Holidays
Contact Information:
Regular Operating Hours:
Mondays | 12 pm to 4 pm
(last Monday of the month 10 am to 4 pm)
Tuesdays | 12 pm to 4 pm
Curbside available
*Excludes holiday Mondays and school closures.
Contact Information:
Regular Operating Hours:
Mondays | 11 am to 4 pm
Wednesday | 2 pm to 7:30 pm
Thursday | 11 am to 4 pm
Curbside available
*Excludes holiday Mondays and school closures.
Contact Information:
Regular Operating Hours:
Tuesday | 10:30 am to 4:30 pm
Wednesday | 10:30 am to 4:30 pm
Thursday | 10:30 am to 4:30 pm
Friday | 10:30 am to 4:30 pm
Curbside available
CLOSED: Monday, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays
Contact Information:
Regular Operating Hours:
Tuesday | 10:00 am to 5:30 pm
Wednesday | 10:00 am to 5:30 pm
Thursday | 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Friday | 10:00 am to 5:30 pm
Saturday | 10:00am to 4:00pm
CLOSED: Sunday and Monday
Contact Information:
780-675-2735 | librarian@athabascalibrary.ab.ca
The Athabasca County Library Board adopted a Plan of Service that is meant to serve as a working document to provide a focus and direction for the types of services offered to all those who use libraries in the region. A new Plan of Service is created every 5 years to ensure services are meeting the needs of residents. The document was developed using a new process recommended by the Public Libraries Services Branch.
Athabasca County partners with neighbouring municipalities to support recreational facilities in the region. Studies show that when we live active lifestyles we are healthier and more productive in life with family, work and in our communities. Recreational facilities are an important part of our region and help people choose the Athabasca region as the place to run a business or raise a family.
The largest recreational facility in the Athabasca Region, it supports a range of traditional sports activities and community events under one roof. Designed as a multi-purpose community facility, the multiplex is also available for conferences, weddings, trade shows, graduations, parties and meetings of all sorts. There is room to accommodate groups of 36 in a small meeting room to over 1,000 for your social, sporting or cultural event.
The facility has a curling rink, skating/hockey arena, field house, fitness room, lounge two meeting rooms, multi-purpose room and a concession. All of these facilities can be utilized and booked by members of the public. As a funding partner in the facility, Athabasca County actively participates in a board that helps manage the facility.
In spring of 2019 an expansion including a new aquatic centre and fitness centre opened to the public. The expansion was funded by the Town of Athabasca, Athabasca County and numerous donations from community organizations, businesses and individuals.
