Rocky Mountain House draws its rich history from the North Saskatchewan River. Fur traders used the River to transport goods east that were found west, within and over the great Rocky Mountain range. It was the prominent location of the confluence of the Clearwater and North Saskatchewan River where the two competing fur trading companies of the 1800s, the Hudson's Bay Company and North West Company decided to set up trading posts. Both companies had the idea of using this site as a jumping off point for exploration of routes to the Pacific Coast, as well as for fur trading.
Veteran is a friendly Village located on Highway 12 within the Special Areas . It is one of a series of communities along Highway 12 with names reminiscent of royalty.Incorporated in June of 1914, Veterans population is 249. The surrounding area is a thriving agricultural community with considerable activity in the oil and gas industry. Veteran is also a popular locale for hunters, with deer, ducks and geese in abundance. We are very proud of our community and we welcome visitors.It is the people who live here that make Veteran such a special place. Our seniors provide the history while our youth provide our future