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TABER
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Taber Community
Economic Development
Demographics
Parks & Recreation
A Great Place to Grow
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TABER LIFESTYLE
“a satisfying lifestyle for all ages”
Lifestyle
A Message from Mayor Ray Bryant
T
aber is a thriving town located in sunny southern Alberta. We have much to offer from a business
and family recreation standpoint as well as being a great community to retire to. A solid agricultural
and energy economic base means that the Town of Taber continues to enjoy growth and prosperity.
We have excellent schools; modern recreational and medical facilities; reasonable tax and utility
rates; safe neighbourhoods; clean air and water; and affordable housing make us the envy of
other communities in North America. Strategically located just thirty minutes east of Lethbridge,
Taber is a regional center that offers a full range of financial services, shopping, recreation, and
entertainment. With all the amenities of a larger city, Taber can offer its residents a quality life with
the safety, friendliness and hospitality of a small community. When you combine these features with
our competitive retail services and excellent recreational opportunities, including the Aquafun Centre, a new skateboard park,
and hiking trails; Taber has everything residents desire to fully enjoy life. Maybe that is why our residents display such a great
sense of community spirit.
The long hours of sunshine make the growing season in the Taber area ideal for agriculture. Potatoes, sugar beets, and of
course corn, are only a few of the products Taber agriculture excels at. A strong, stable economy, our central southern Alberta
location and our close proximity to the United States are only a few reasons why companies like Lantic Inc. (Roger’s Sugar), Lamb
Weston, Lucerne Foods and Hostess Frito Lay are proud to call Taber and area home. In addition to this, we are also a major
service area for the oil and gas industry, and now offer a new and growing industry in the servicing of wind power generating
facilities.
“Taber is open for business and we will do everything to assist you in meeting your needs.”
As Mayor of the Town of Taber, I would like to extend a warm welcome and invite you to explore our innovative community.
I am sure that once you have been here you will agree that Taber is a great place to grow, to live and to work.
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Taber, AB T1G 1T1
403-223-5500
www.taber.ca
CONTENTS
Mayor’s Message ............................ 3
Community ..................................... 5
SouthGrow Regional Initiative ......... 6
Economic Development .................. 8
Taber Parks and Recreation .............. 9
Cover photo courtesy of
Mark Garner ([email protected])
Other photos by:
Pete Peters, Mark Garner, Glenn Pearson
(PureMojo Studios - [email protected])
PROJECT MANAGER
PUBLISHER
ART DIRECTOR
Garry Harris
Jim Thornton
Richart Bocxe
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Community
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Lifestyle
he Town of Taber is a vibrant and growing community. The citizens, elected
officials and staff of Taber honor our pioneering past, respect and enjoy the
community of today while utilizing our vision and skills to lay the groundwork
for an exciting future.
Located within the South Central Region of the Province, Taber’s trading
and economic influence extends in a large radius around the Town and
includes massive agricultural tracts, numerous hamlets and villages within the
Municipal District of Taber. This centric trading relationship ensures that Taber
enjoys a competitive retail sector, is able to offer comprehensive financial and
legal options and recreational opportunities that are unavailable elsewhere
within our trading area.
Taber’s population is approximately 8,000 with an approximate trading
area of 25,000 people. As with all communities, our people are the greatest
asset. Taber is defined as a rural small town by Statistics Canada. Over the past
5 years, the population in rural Canada has decreased by 0.4 per cent. Taber
contradicts this trend and continues to grow in line with it’s own population
projections. As of the 2006 federal census, Taber is the fourth youngest small
town in Canada with a median age of 35.2 and over 30% of our residents are
under the age of 15.
The Town of Taber has comprehensive medical care options and an active
arts community. Our town boasts eight schools, a hospital, 911 emergency
services including a town fire department, emergency medical services and
the Town of Taber Police Department.
Recreational opportunities abound and include an 18 hole golf course,
parks, sports fields and a town owned inclusive community recreation
centre.
With a comprehensive infrastructure, first rate community services and
recreational facilities, the Town of Taber can capitalize on the economic
prosperity of today to build a Town ready to face the future. We aspire to
achieve a minimal negative impact on our environment and hope to leave a
legacy of responsible environmental management to our successors.
The citizens of Taber have the skills, spirit and drive to continue to make
Taber ...
~ A Great Place to Grow ~
Education
Taber provides a number of excellent educational services, from early
childhood services to adult education programs. Public, Separate (Catholic)
and Christian school systems all operate in Taber. The Public and Separate
systems operate schools for all grade levels while Taber Christian School offers
classes to the grade 9 level.
Elementary Education
Central School, 54 Street and 54 Avenue
Dr. Hamman School, 4820 - 56 Avenue
LT Westlake School, 5310 - 42 Avenue
St. Patrick’s School, 5302 - 48 Street
Taber Christian School, 4809 - 60 Avenue
Middle and Secondary Education
DA Ferguson Middle School, 5511 - 54 Street
WR Myers High School, 5821 - 53 Street
St. Mary’s School, 5427 - 50 Street
Taber Christian School (to grade nine), 4809 - 60 Avenue
Post Secondary and Community Education
Lethbridge Community College - Taber Campus
5329 - 47 Avenue
Taber and District Community Adult Learning Association /
Career Research Centre
5011 - 49 Avenue
ACE Place Learning Centre
2nd Floor, 5203 - 49 Avenue
Churches
Knox United Church
4929 - 50 Avenue, 223-3939
Peace Lutheran Church
4619 - 56 Avenue, 223-4111
St. Augustine’s Catholic Church
5009 - 48 Avenue, 223-2226
St. Theodore’s Anglican Church
5120 - 44 Avenue, 223-2417
Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter Day Saints
4709 - 50 Avenue, 223-3233
Taber Congregation of Jehovah’s
Witnesses
6004 - 51 Street, 223-9222
Taber Evangelical Free Church
5437 - 48 Avenue, 223-2214
First Christian Reformed Church
3902 Heritage Drive, 223-2106
New Life Church
5120 - 47 Avenue, 223-4557
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The Town of Taber is “A Great Place To Grow’’ and is located in the
Municipal District of Taber, in central southern Alberta. The Town lies
within the centre of the rich irrigated, diversified farmland belt, high
in heat units and frost free days, with transportation links to major
markets. It is served by two (2) primary highways, the crossroads of
Crowsnest Hwy. #3 and Hwy. #36 as well as the main Medicine Hat Lethbridge C.P.R. (Canadian Pacific Railway) line.
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Population Information
2001
7,671
Municipality:
Within the region:
Income
Median Household Income:
Median Family Income:
2008
7,821
148,411
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$55,265
$64,237
Tax Rates
Municipal Tax Rates: (2008)
Residential/Farmland: 6.9568
Non-Residential: 10.9940
Mill Rates: (2008)
Residential: 9.6469
Non-Residential: 15.4515
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Geographic Information
Location: Municipal District of Taber, Alberta
Major Highways: Highway 3, 36
Distance to Major Areas:
50 km (32 miles) East of Lethbridge
272 km (169 miles) Southeast of Calgary
98 km (60 miles) North of Coutts/Sweetgrass USA
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Taber Facts
Educational Facilities
High Schools (Public)
High Schools (Separate)
Junior High/Middle Schools (Public)
Junior High/Middle Schools (Separate)
Elementary Schools (Public)
Elementary Schools (Separate)
Nearest Post-Secondary Institutions:
Lethbridge, Alberta 50 km (32 miles)
Lethbridge College
Enrollment Approx. 7,000
University of Lethbridge
Enrollment Approx. 8,000
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Commercial and Industrial Land Bank
Commercial land is available at the south-west corner of Hwy #3 and #36,
Contact: John MacDonald - Triumph Properties (604) 298-7770
Industrial land is available along Hwy #36.
Contact: Pat Shimbashi (403) 634-1512
Town-owned Industrial & Commercial land is available
Contact: Gary Hudson (403) 223-5500
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Economic
Development
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he major economic base of Taber is food
processing, oil and gas well servicing and
agricultural services. The Town also boasts
a strong retail sector as it acts as a service
centre for the surrounding rural areas.
The Town of Taber lies within the center
of a rich irrigated diversified farmland belt,
high in heat units and frost free days, with
transportation links to major markets. Taber
is located only 60 miles (98 km) north of the
United States border and is situated 32 miles
(50 km) east of Lethbridge and 169 miles
(272 km) southeast of Calgary.
Evidence of economic growth can be found
in Taber’s value added processing industries.
Taber and district is home to a number of
companies such as:
• Lantic Inc. (formerly Roger’s Sugar)
• Lucerne Foods
• McCains
• Alberta Pool Bean Business Unit
• Hostess Frito-Lay
• Lamb Weston
• Gouw Quality Onions
• Chin Ridge Seed Processors
The Town of Taber experienced record high
development in 2007 and 2008 saw new
records set in total building permit values.
There is no sign of an economic slow down
in south central Alberta. People are looking
to Taber not only as a retirement destination
with great community facilities and shopping
but also for the jobs available right now. This
is an attractive community to all ages because
there is a strong sense of community, great
school systems, and a safe community. The
Town of Taber not only has a tremendous
indoor swimming facility (Aquafun Centre)
but also boasts a challenging 18 hole golf
course along with many other sports facilities.
Other community facilities include a hospital,
churches, curling club, skateboard park,
Seniors’ Centre, ped/bike trails, and many
neighbourhood parks.
To summarize growth related activity
in 2008, more subdivision applications
were made (19) and more residential lots
were registered (109) in 2008 than in any
other previous year. There was no sign of
a slowdown in 2008 as 139 development
permit applications were received after a
record year in 2007 when 162 applications
were submitted.
In addition to new areas for residential
growth, the Town continues to experience
a revitalizing of its older residential areas as
new housing stock is constructed to replace
older buildings. The Town modified its Land
Use Bylaw in 2006 to encourage this form of
redevelopment and the local building industry
has responded well to the opportunity. The
new bylaw also allows new apartment
buildings in the downtown and one project
is already underway in response to this new
opportunity.
In addition to the volume of activity, the
value of this activity reached a record high
of over $22 million, surpassing 2005 (over
$17 million) when Wal-Mart, Boston Pizza,
and Tim Horton’s began construction on their
new buildings in Taber. In 2009, permits
have already been issued for a new Frito
Lay expansion and preliminary inquiries
have been received from another local food
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processor regarding an addition at their
plant. Another new residential subdivision
(in addition to the three already offering lots
for sale) is also expected to get underway
sometime in 2009. Confidence remains
high for continued success in the Taber
economy despite troubling global economic
news. Taber is well positioned for continued
long term economic success as it continues
to invest in and upgrade its infrastructure
to accommodate existing and new needs
while maintaining its already strong position
as a centre for agricultural services, food
processing, and oil and gas.
Looking ahead to 2009, continued activity
in the residential sector is assured and
more businesses continue to inquire about
development opportunities in the Town of
Taber. The Town anticipates that 2009 will be
another strong year.
The Town of Taber has a number of choice
industrial and commercial parcels available
after its 2008 completion of the latest phase
of fully serviced industrial lots in the Eureka
Industrial Park near Hwy #36.
Lifestyle
Parks and Recreation
Taber is a well planned community that has a number of residential neighborhood parks and
playgrounds situated conveniently throughout the town.
CONFEDERATION PARK
This park is comprised of approximately 11 acres of land and contains a playground, picnic
tables, Arts and Crafts Centre, Parkside Manor Senior’s Centre, tennis courts, two ball diamonds,
a gazebo bandstand and a new Skatepark. Confederation Park is the central site for many special
events such as Taber Cornfest and Canada Day. On Sundays in the summer, many families are
found picnicking in the park and enjoying the musicians playing from the bandstand.
Location: Corner of 50 Street and 50 Avenue
TRAILS
Taber residents and town administration identified the need
for a walking trail system throughout the town. The Trail
Committee, along with Town administration, implemented a
plan for the design and construction of a trail system that links
major destination areas. Construction of the trail commenced
in 2003.
SKATEPARK
Taber’s newest recreation option, the Skatepark offers world
class design that attracts visitors from throughout the region.
Location: 4820 - 50 Avenue, North West corner of Confederation
Park
COMMUNITY CENTRE
The Community Centre complex is home to The Aquafun Centre, two ice arenas, 4 sheet curling
rink, archery range, privately operated health club, 600 seat auditorium and 4 meeting rooms.
The town also operates and maintains a number of soccer pitches, tennis courts, track and field
oval, and horseshoe pits.
Location: 4720 - 50 Street
Start Your Family
Come see us for the
perfect home in a community
HERE that’s growing
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AQUAFUN CENTRE
The Aquafun Centre is one of the finest
and most varied aquatic leisure facilities in
Southern Alberta. Inside you will find 3 distinct
pools which include a 200 foot waterslide,
children’s play lagoon, rapids channel,
sauna, steam room, and a hot tub. The
Aquafun Centre utilizes a new technological
innovation that uses a “Salt System” as an
alternative method of disinfecting swimming
pool water. Swimmers can enjoy these pools
with reduced eye irritation because the
concentration of salt water is approximately
the same as the salinity of fluid around the
human eye. So come and join us in “tropical”
Southern Alberta and enjoy summer all year
long.
Location: 4700 - 50 Street
KEN MCDONALD MEMORIAL
SPORTS COMPLEX
The Ken McDonald Memorial Sport Complex
boasts 3 ball diamonds, 2 soccer pitches, and
a soccer/football field with lights.
Location: 7301 - 50 Street
OTHER PURSUITS
Many other sporting activities abound in
Taber, facilitated either privately or through
associations. So, whether you prefer the lush
links, ball fields, water sport, or fun on the ice
– Taber has it all.
ASSOCIATIONS AND CLUBS
Taber Golf Club
Taber Curling Club
Taber Pro Rodeo
Taber Motorcycle
Association
Taber Paintball
Association
Taber Minor Hockey
Association
Taber Figure Skating
Club
Taber Exhibition Association (Ag-Plex)
Taber and District Soccer Association
Taber Fish and Game Club
Taber Photography Club
The Aquafun Centre’s focus is on
fun for the whole family. You can’t
help but enjoy our 5-lane 25 metre
lap pool, the leisure pool filed with
exciting water toys, hot tub, steam
room, sauna, 1 metre diving
board or our famous waterslide!
Swim lessons, private rentals,
aerobics and birthday parties are
all enjoyable programs offered at
the Aquafun Centre.
Phone 403-223-5544 for more
details or 403-223-433 for
scheduling information. Come out
and see what everyone is raving
about.
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5227 - 48th Avenue, Taber
Phone: 403-223-5300
www.1stchoicesavings.ca
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