A gem in the scenic Alberta Foothills
Welcome to the Water Valley web site where you can find everything you want to know about our great little town and whats going on.
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What a success!!!
the Water Valley Community Association Turkey Dinner was on October 16! If you missed it - you missed a phenomenal meal!! |
A massive shoutout to
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who again organized this huge event - such a big job and countless hours go into planning and preparation so thank you! I'm certain Harold pitched in too ;) As I was there peeling potatoes, chopping celery and even doing dishes my heart was warm with all the volunteers who showed up to help! What a fantastic community we have!
Thanks to everyone who helped - it wouldn't be possible without you! This is a great way to meet other fantastic locals who give of their time if you'd like to come help sharpen your peeler and show up next year. |
Greetings from the Cremona/Water Valley Chamber of Commerce. We held our first annual Small Business Awards for Small Business week on October 20,22 at Neilon's Tavern in Cremona.
Congratulations to all the winners and nominees!
Business of the Year
Gold- Water Valley Saloon (pictured below)
Silver: Neilon’s Tavern Cremona
Bronze: KC Foods Cremona
Congratulations to all the winners and nominees!
Business of the Year
Gold- Water Valley Saloon (pictured below)
Silver: Neilon’s Tavern Cremona
Bronze: KC Foods Cremona
Spirit Award
Gold- MVE The Heritage Centre (Debora Rice-Salomons) (pictured below)
Silver: Iron Mountain Diesel (Bryce Quigley)
Bronze (tie) Dawn Lashmar - CIR Real Estate &
StandUp Communications (Tessa Lerbekmo-Joyes)
Shines Award
Gold: Blue & Bairn Collective (Vintage General Store Cremona) (pictured below)
Silver (tie) Mountain View Carwash & Storage and Water Valley Community Association!
Thanks to everyone who voted this year and we can't wait to make next year's event bigger and better!
What is the Chamber and what does it do? Why should you join? Excellent questions!! We are an advocacy, networking and promotion group. Being a Chamber member also provides access to group insurance and many other excellent benefits. We have lots of great plans this year to collectively promote all local Chamber Businesses! We had a successful summer hosting Farmer's Markets on the main drag in Cremona all summer and had record numbers register cars at our annual 11th Annual Show and Shine.
Contact us if you'd like to join this great group of local entrepreneurs!
cremonawatervalley.com
cremonawatervalley@gmail.com
Next meeting November 7, 2022 at 7pm Cremona FCSS
Questions? Call Dawn 403-200-3354
What is the Chamber and what does it do? Why should you join? Excellent questions!! We are an advocacy, networking and promotion group. Being a Chamber member also provides access to group insurance and many other excellent benefits. We have lots of great plans this year to collectively promote all local Chamber Businesses! We had a successful summer hosting Farmer's Markets on the main drag in Cremona all summer and had record numbers register cars at our annual 11th Annual Show and Shine.
Contact us if you'd like to join this great group of local entrepreneurs!
cremonawatervalley.com
cremonawatervalley@gmail.com
Next meeting November 7, 2022 at 7pm Cremona FCSS
Questions? Call Dawn 403-200-3354
COFFEE HOUSE THURSDAYS - RESUMED!!!
At the Community Hall
Thursday 9AM to 12PM
$2.00 for your java plus a donation for the baking is appreciated.
Bring your pocket change and a friend! Everyone is welcome.
At the Community Hall
Thursday 9AM to 12PM
$2.00 for your java plus a donation for the baking is appreciated.
Bring your pocket change and a friend! Everyone is welcome.
WVCA Member Tammi Henke is collecting for this fantastic project in our community. If you would like to donate she has a box at the end of her driveway. She is just west of Water Valley at #10, 5342 Hwy 579 (road sign says 10.20.30 5342). If you have any questions please contact Tammi
Welcome to the Neighborhood!
Westbrook Playschool is now operating in the Water Valley Outpost Building
and is having great success!
Westbrook Playschool is now operating in the Water Valley Outpost Building
and is having great success!
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Water Valley Library NEWS
The Water Valley library is a fantastic community resource. If you haven't been in please stop by we are located on the west side just south of the 4 way stop in town.
Internet is still available to access in the parking lot of the Library or the WVCA Hall for those who need it and do not wish to access the building. Visit the library website at the link above for more info!! Books can be brought in from all over the Parkland Regional Library system - possibilities are unlimited! We can't wait for you to stop by.
The Water Valley library is a fantastic community resource. If you haven't been in please stop by we are located on the west side just south of the 4 way stop in town.
Internet is still available to access in the parking lot of the Library or the WVCA Hall for those who need it and do not wish to access the building. Visit the library website at the link above for more info!! Books can be brought in from all over the Parkland Regional Library system - possibilities are unlimited! We can't wait for you to stop by.
COMMUNITY FITNESS! Get that body moving!!
The B.Class with Julie Ryan
Classes in Cremona on Thursday evenings at 7 and Water Valley Sunday at 7 pm.
The b. class is an inspiring women’s, 'fitness program' designed to let the heart and soul speak through. The b.class combines athletic movement with powerful music creating a connection. Liberate your soul, ignite your spark and b. We support women of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds feel strong and empowered to live their most authentic life. Each class experience you will leave feeling clear, strong and empowered. Don't miss this amazing class and a great opportunity to meet women in your community! Contact Julie for more info.
10 punch pass for $100 or drop in $12/class. Join the local FB page for updates.
Pickle Ball
THE BASICS:
A fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong.
Played both indoors or outdoors on a badminton-sized court and a slightly modified tennis net.
Played with a paddle and a plastic ball with holes.
Played as doubles or singles.
Can be enjoyed by all ages and skill levelsSessions have resumed at the hall Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7-9pm, Thursdays from 2-4 pm. All ages and skill levels welcome. Contact Pat for more info.
Cremona Fitness Society
DID YOU KNOW THERE IS A PROFESSIONAL GYM IN THE CREMONA ARENA???
The Cremona Fitness Society is an 18+,non-profit, 24 hour fitness center located in its new official home at the west end of the Cremona Ag Society Arena. This is an economical, volunteer run fitness center started and operated for the members of the Cremona and Water Valley Communities. All commercial equipment. This community group is desperate for more volunteers to help keep it going - minimal time commitment. For more information visit their facebook site. Memberships from just $30/month.
Trinity Tae Kwon Do
The following Taekwon-Do classes are held every Thursday in Water Valley:
Li’l Kickers: 6:00-6:45 p.m.
Family Class: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
EACH OF OUR TAEKWON-DO CLASSES OPERATE FROM SEPTEMBER TO JUNE, EXCLUDING HOLIDAYS.
Contact them for more information.
The B.Class with Julie Ryan
Classes in Cremona on Thursday evenings at 7 and Water Valley Sunday at 7 pm.
The b. class is an inspiring women’s, 'fitness program' designed to let the heart and soul speak through. The b.class combines athletic movement with powerful music creating a connection. Liberate your soul, ignite your spark and b. We support women of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds feel strong and empowered to live their most authentic life. Each class experience you will leave feeling clear, strong and empowered. Don't miss this amazing class and a great opportunity to meet women in your community! Contact Julie for more info.
10 punch pass for $100 or drop in $12/class. Join the local FB page for updates.
Pickle Ball
THE BASICS:
A fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong.
Played both indoors or outdoors on a badminton-sized court and a slightly modified tennis net.
Played with a paddle and a plastic ball with holes.
Played as doubles or singles.
Can be enjoyed by all ages and skill levelsSessions have resumed at the hall Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7-9pm, Thursdays from 2-4 pm. All ages and skill levels welcome. Contact Pat for more info.
Cremona Fitness Society
DID YOU KNOW THERE IS A PROFESSIONAL GYM IN THE CREMONA ARENA???
The Cremona Fitness Society is an 18+,non-profit, 24 hour fitness center located in its new official home at the west end of the Cremona Ag Society Arena. This is an economical, volunteer run fitness center started and operated for the members of the Cremona and Water Valley Communities. All commercial equipment. This community group is desperate for more volunteers to help keep it going - minimal time commitment. For more information visit their facebook site. Memberships from just $30/month.
Trinity Tae Kwon Do
The following Taekwon-Do classes are held every Thursday in Water Valley:
Li’l Kickers: 6:00-6:45 p.m.
Family Class: 7:00-8:00 p.m.
EACH OF OUR TAEKWON-DO CLASSES OPERATE FROM SEPTEMBER TO JUNE, EXCLUDING HOLIDAYS.
Contact them for more information.
Kids Halloween Party Coordinator - SADLY no event will be held this year due to this position being vacant. This is such a special community event that needs a coordinator, training AND SUPPORT will be provided and we have so many decorations and activities to pull off this great event. Lots of help available including school students and past organizers. It happens so easily if someone just takes the reins.
Bingo Coordinator - LET'S BRING BACK THE BINGO! Again, we just need a fearless leader! Training provided and lots of people willing to help, just need someone again to take the reins! With restrictions gone we could all be enjoying this monthly community event.
We will also be looking for help with the Stud Auction again this year which is our largest fundraiser held in March and a great time! Let us know if you are interested in lending a hand.
We will also be looking for help with the Stud Auction again this year which is our largest fundraiser held in March and a great time! Let us know if you are interested in lending a hand.
Special thanks to the MD of Big Horn No. 8 for the Community Services Grant providing funds to the Water Valley Community Association so we could replace the aging computer we use for tracking association finances.
Be Bear Aware!
Click the image to view a report on local Bear activity
Slow Internet Connection?
Many rural communities in Alberta experience download
and upload speeds that are beneath CRTC standards,
including portions of Mountain View County.
Help the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) collect
more data on rural internet speeds.
Complete the internet performance test (IPT) to help RMA
collect this important data.
Visit: RMAAlberta.com/speed-test
Help tell the true story of Rural Alberta Internet Speeds.
For more information:
https://rmalberta.com/advocacy/toolkits-and-initiatives/cira-internet-performance-test/
and upload speeds that are beneath CRTC standards,
including portions of Mountain View County.
Help the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) collect
more data on rural internet speeds.
Complete the internet performance test (IPT) to help RMA
collect this important data.
Visit: RMAAlberta.com/speed-test
Help tell the true story of Rural Alberta Internet Speeds.
For more information:
https://rmalberta.com/advocacy/toolkits-and-initiatives/cira-internet-performance-test/
**Community Update and Cancellations**
WE THANK YOU
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If you have driven by the WV Outdoor Rink recently you may have noticed we had posts installed around the rink for lighting!
We would like to send a BIG Thank YOU
out to LEE MORROW and the
COCHRANE FORTIS team for their hard work and a
special THANKS to BRETT PHILLIPS and all the VOLUNTEERS
who helped make it happen!
The WATER VALLEY OUTDOOR RINK is a popular recreation nucleus for local residents and draws many people from all around our county and beyond. With the new post we will be able to LIGHT UP OUR RINK during these uncertain times and provide a much needed escape for all ages and abilities of skaters to enjoy throughout the darkest days of the year!
We are looking for volunteers to help maintain the rink (clearing snow, managing flooding, maintenance, etc.) for the 2021/2022 skating year.
Rink coordinator is Ron Corbin - (403) 637 2409
Thank you to all
From TED and the WATER VALLEY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE!
If you have driven by the WV Outdoor Rink recently you may have noticed we had posts installed around the rink for lighting!
We would like to send a BIG Thank YOU
out to LEE MORROW and the
COCHRANE FORTIS team for their hard work and a
special THANKS to BRETT PHILLIPS and all the VOLUNTEERS
who helped make it happen!
The WATER VALLEY OUTDOOR RINK is a popular recreation nucleus for local residents and draws many people from all around our county and beyond. With the new post we will be able to LIGHT UP OUR RINK during these uncertain times and provide a much needed escape for all ages and abilities of skaters to enjoy throughout the darkest days of the year!
We are looking for volunteers to help maintain the rink (clearing snow, managing flooding, maintenance, etc.) for the 2021/2022 skating year.
Rink coordinator is Ron Corbin - (403) 637 2409
Thank you to all
From TED and the WATER VALLEY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE!
A few words...
Are we so quaint & tiny we go unnoticed? Is there a black hole we sneak into off Highway 22 North as we turn the 8 km to get to our little treasure?
The answer is yes to all.
We are a well kept secret that is loved by those day trippers who know, and guarded by the few who can call it home. We get to live in a postcard and in the winter in a snow globe.
Our '4-way stop' is historic, rustic, thoughtful and slow.
All these things are what we enjoy the most about it, and we promise it's what you will notice too.
Life in a small town means you know your neighbors so everyone is friendlier and more invested. Our businesses are small and run by families who believe in community in all sense of the word. We have an amazing golf course, hardware store, general store, a Meadery, and adorable events church, a library, a western saloon famous for its tradition Wednesday wing nights, a rustic liquor store, a calendar of events like the Celtic-Folk Festival, Water Valley Days, Art Shows and our picturesque Water Valley Rodeo. William J. Bagnall Wilderness Park, a swimming hole with a rope swing, endless Instagram worthy hiking trails, and sunsets that can knock your socks off.
Seriously, if you have never come, it's time to get out here...
The answer is yes to all.
We are a well kept secret that is loved by those day trippers who know, and guarded by the few who can call it home. We get to live in a postcard and in the winter in a snow globe.
Our '4-way stop' is historic, rustic, thoughtful and slow.
All these things are what we enjoy the most about it, and we promise it's what you will notice too.
Life in a small town means you know your neighbors so everyone is friendlier and more invested. Our businesses are small and run by families who believe in community in all sense of the word. We have an amazing golf course, hardware store, general store, a Meadery, and adorable events church, a library, a western saloon famous for its tradition Wednesday wing nights, a rustic liquor store, a calendar of events like the Celtic-Folk Festival, Water Valley Days, Art Shows and our picturesque Water Valley Rodeo. William J. Bagnall Wilderness Park, a swimming hole with a rope swing, endless Instagram worthy hiking trails, and sunsets that can knock your socks off.
Seriously, if you have never come, it's time to get out here...
Thank you to our Partners...
Are you interested in being a partner and advertising your business
or organization on our website?
Contact our Treasurer for further information, pricing and details!
or organization on our website?
Contact our Treasurer for further information, pricing and details!
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