WELCOME FROM THE MAYOR Proud home of skeleton racer, World Cup Champion, and Olympic Bronze Medalist, Mellisa Hollingsworth, Eckville is a small community, but one of which we are very proud. Our gratitude goes out to the many folks who came to this land in the early years who with perseverance and determination made Eckville what it is today a vibrant community with warm hospitality.Today, this prosperous growing community is the center for agriculture, oil and gas, and lumber enterprises as well as a major center for people to live in and enjoy the small town atmosphere with the big town amenities.Eckville offers the visitor and resident alike a full range of retail businesses, shopping, restaurants, public services, banks, excellent sporting facilities, a Community Centre, Seniors Friendship Centre, Seniors Lodge, and two golf courses, just to name a few.
The Village of Breton with a population of 579 is a small community within easy driving distance of major centres such as Edmonton, Drayton Valley, Leduc, Red Deer, and Wetaskiwin. Breton offers the "down home" hospitality and friendliness that can only be found in a rural community.
Browse through our website to learn about our community in west-central Alberta.
Breton - A progressive community
united in kindness and generosity.
Public Riding9am-9pmPlease be advised, effective immediately, Thorsby Agricultural Society will no longer be serving any liquor at any events except for the Haymaker Rodeo, May Long Weekend. Thank you for your understanding.Public Riding Times & Membership Fees:9:00 a.m - 9:00 p.m, unless booked (Please check the schedule before hauling)$15/horse unless you have an annual membership.(Please drop fees at Pay Drop Box inside arena with provided envelopes)This policy will be enforced.
The South Edmonton Business Association, previously known as the South Edmonton Businessman's Association, originated in the early 1900's. With the amalgamation of the City of Strathcona and the City of Edmonton, it was beneficial for the business community south of the river to form an association to deal with mutual business interests and concerns in this area. The Association has always been fortunate enough to attract excellent individuals to it's Board of directors and Executive positions.
Coaching Applications for ourAA teams in Peewee, Bantam and Midget divisionsPlease submit your application asap by August 5 toStephen Hawkes at develop UP COMING HOCKEY CANADA COACHING CLINICSARE NOW SCHEDULED IN WETASKIWIN FOR ALL POTENTIAL COACHES.
The Alberta Elk Commission (AEC) is an association of individuals, farms and corporations actively supporting and developing the elk farming industry in Alberta. The AEC was founded in September of 1988 as the Alberta Game Growers Association. In 1993, it changed its name to the Alberta Venison Council (AVC). At the end of 1994, the Alberta Venison Council had 123 members in its Association. In November 2002, the Association became The Alberta Elk Commission. From its humble beginnings the AEC has grown to include over 450 members farming over 45,000 elk in Alberta.