Advocating for Stony Plain

The development of a recreation facility was identified as a strategic priority for Council in 2018 and is included as a key strategic priority in the 2025-2028 Strategic Plan. The construction of the facility was identified as an action item in the 2024-2026 Corporate Plan.

Why is federal, provincial, and regional municipal government investment and support important?

As Stony Plain continues to rapidly grow, at an average rate of 1.5% each year, the need for updated recreation facilities becomes increasingly critical to accommodate the health and wellness needs of the community. 

The recent loss of local curling rinks in 2021 highlights the potential negative impact on residents’ social and mental health, and as well as the local economy.

The new community recreation facility will support the fulfillment of the region’s indoor facility needs, providing meaningful and accessible recreation experiences. These experiences foster individual and community health and wellbeing, offering opportunities for life-long participation and economic diversification.

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An investment in recreation is an investment in the health of community. The time is now to deliver on this critical piece of facility infrastructure that will benefit Stony Plain and the surrounding region. Support and partnerships from the federal and provincial government demonstrate the responsibility and collaborative effort required to build communities.

WestView Health Centre supports 90,000 residents throughout Stony Plain, Spruce Grove and Parkland County.

Why is provincial government investment and support important?

In recent years patients have faced extraordinary wait times when arriving at the Centre, pushing it to the limits of its service capacity. Due to this, residents at times are travelling out of the region to access healthcare services that have previously been available within the community.

Population growth throughout the region compounds the need for investment in the facility, with increased demand on these critical services. The viability of WestView Health Centre has significant impacts on health and wellness outcomes for residents of Stony Plain and the surrounding region. 

For more information about WestView Health Centre, visit Alberta Health Services.

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Investing in WestView Health Centre will support improved healthcare access for residents from across the Tri-Municipal Region. Given that this a priority for residents and governments alike, WestView Health Centre provides an opportunity to augment existing healthcare services, relieve pressure on surrounding hospitals and clinics, and ensure patients in rural areas can enjoy convenient and timely care.

From diagnostics to expansion, working with the Government of Alberta and healthcare providers collaboratively, to identify the best investments in this facility is critical for addressing healthcare challenges.

The Town of Stony Plain believes regionalism is a focused approach to collaborative systems that cross municipal boundaries while maintaining a localized autonomy and governance. Regionalism represents a commitment to shared services and local autonomy. For more information, read the Policy Statement on Regionalism.

Why is federal and provincial government support for regional collaboration important?

Building connections between communities provides unique and valued services for Stony Plain residents and businesses.

Key examples

Learn more about how Stony Plain is strengthening prosperity through regional collaboration with some key examples:

Public transit

In partnership with the Town of Stony Plain, City of Spruce Grove and Parkland County, there are three transit options provided in the region; On-Demand, Commuter and an Accessible Transportation Service. Service is available in Stony Plain, Spruce Grove, Parkland Village and Acheson. Visit the Transportation page for more information.

Business attraction

Edmonton Global is a partnership organization that guides attraction of new investment to the Edmonton Metropolitan Region. This collaborative approach has demonstrated success with the recent investment and relocation announcement of English Bay Blending and Fine Chocolates’ 120,000 sq ft facility to Stony Plain.

Growth Management

Responsible growth is about creating complete communities. Communities that improve the quality of life for citizens, build connection, and create a competitive and collaborative spirit to enable the shared success with our neighbouring municipalities through the work of the Edmonton Metropolitan Region Board.

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Leverage the established regional partnerships with funding and support to deliver important services that meet the needs of current and future residents and businesses in our region.

Caring and supporting for our most important community asset, people, requires ongoing partnership and understanding of the unique needs for Stony Plain.

Why is federal and provincial government commitment to support local social development important?

Ensuring the community provides safe and supportive opportunities for all to participate is a commitment of high value in Stony Plain.

Key examples

Learn more about how Stony Plain is actively fostering community belonging and public safety with  some key examples: 

Public safety

Public safety is an important shared responsibility that must be responsive to the needs of the community. The RCMP provides contracted police service for Stony Plain and is housed in a shared detachment serving the Town of Stony Plain, the City of Spruce Grove, Parkland County and the surrounding areas. Police service oversight is governed by provincial legislation and an agreement between the federal and provincial governments. The federal government is responsible for the RCMP and the framework of services provided to the municipality.  

Social development

Stony Plain continues to foster a sense of community belonging and inclusion. The provincial government is also responsible for leading services for seniors, income, employment, disabilities and community-based supports, family violence prevention, and family & community support services. Stony Plain, as well as a number of local organizations, have agreements with the provincial government to deliver services in support of shared goals for community and social development. 

Housing

Stony Plain's approach to meet housing needs is to monitor the changes in the community, to be responsive to demands and opportunities that align with community vision, and to use inform decisions to guide land use and development. Stony Plain’s population has grown an average of 1.7% per year, to almost 20,000 residents and is forecast to continue growing in the next twenty years. With this in mind, the Town is focused on ensuring safe, appropriate, and affordable housing to address the needs of both the current and future population of Stony Plain. The federal and provincial governments continue to emphasize funding and commitment to increasing available and affordable housing. Through government and stakeholder collaborative planning and partnership, investments can provide timely and valuable housing.

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Ensure federal and provincial funding and support for housing in Stony Plain is responsive to local planning and needs.