Located in a gorgeous river valley only 15 minutes from Edmonton is the historical Fort Saskatchewan. It was originally established as a fort for the local mounted police and began expanding in size in 1905 with the development of a railway station along the CN Railway. Now its own city, Fort Saskatchewan has developed into a wholesome community with a lot to offer.

Fort Saskatchewan is most well-known for its proximity to petrochemical facilities including Dow Chemical, Sherritt International, Agrium, and Shell Canada, as well as being home to the upgraders processing the oil sands bitumen to a light crude for export. Developments and investments in this area have been estimated into the billions, as this area encompasses the oil sands spin-off, which is largely responsible for Edmonton’s economic flourishing. This area is also within proximity to the future Edmonton Energy and Technology Park in North East Edmonton.

Fort Saskatchewan is a place with many outdoor activities to indulge in such as camping, fishing, golfing, swimming, hiking, and biking. The city also has a historical downtown area, schools for all ages, paved walking and biking trails, an indoor swimming pool, a museum, a library, and a thriving cultural scene that results in various events taking place throughout the year such as farmer’s markets, parades, summer festivals, performance and visual arts demonstrations, and more.

Fort Saskatchewan has a whole lot to offer in terms of culture, activities, amenities, and housing options ranging in all sizes. With a thriving industrial and business district, proximity to Edmonton, thriving cultural scene, recent developments, and many shopping and dining options, there’s no shortage of things to do in Fort Saskatchewan; all the more reason to call this great place your home.