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Coaldale is ideally situated on a major transportation corridor linking western Canada to the British Columbia Coast. The Crowsnest Highway #3 runs through the community as does the main Canadian Pacific railway line, linking Medicine Hat to the City of Vancouver.
Contact Information
Population Information
Municipality 2001: 6008
Municipality 2007: 6177
Region 2007: 148411
Median Household Income 2005: $56,911
Median Family Income 2005: $62,115
Tax Rates
Residential/Farmland Municipal Tax Rate 2007: 9.919
Non Residential Municipal Tax Rate 2007: 11.481
Residential/Farmland Education, Municipal and other Tax Rates (2006): 14.207
Non-Residential Education, Municipal and other Tax Rates (2006): 17.947
Geographic Information
Major Highways:
Highway 3 (Crowsnest Trail)
Distance to Major Areas:
12 km (7.5 miles) from Lethbridge
217 km (136 miles) from Calgary
103 km (65 miles) from Coutts/Sweetgrass USA Border Crossing
Community Facts
Educational Facilities:
High Schools (Public) 1 Junior High/Middle Schools (Public) 1 Junior High/Middle Schools (Separate) 1 Junior High/Middle Schools (Private) 1 Elementary Schools (Public) 1 Elementary Schools (Separate) 1 Elementary Schools (Private) 1
Nearest Post-Secondary Institutions:
Lethbridge,, Alberta, 12 km west (7.5 miles) Lethbridge College Enrollment Approx. 7,000 University of Lethbridge Enrollment Approx 8,000
Community Information
Municipal Government:
Mayor Kim Craig, Chie Economic Development Officer Leo Ludwig, Administrative Officer Leo Ludwig,
Fire Protection:
Coaldale provides a well-equipped and trained volunteer fire department.
Police Services:
Coaldale is served by the Lethbridge Regional Police Service
Ambulance Services:
Coaldale provides EMS/Rescue service Coaldale utilizes 911 for all emergency service providers.
Other:
Justice Infrastructure - Lethbridge Courthouse
Electrical Power Providers in the Region:
Fortia Alberta (Distributor)
Landfill/Waste Transfer Locations:
Waste Transfer Station is 300 meters north of town. Landfill is located in Lethbridge. Recycling: Facilities are located at 1701 20 Street
Garbage Collection:
Commercial/Industrial Collection - twice weekly
Residential Collection - weekly
Water Services Supplier:
Town of Coaldale
Source: Lethbridge Regional Water Services
Telecommunications:
Local Service Providers: Telus
Medical Services:
Urgent Care: 1 Health Units/Clinics: 3 Dentists: 2 Doctors: 5 Chiropractors: 3
Airport:
The nearest commercial and air freight services are in Lethbridge, 12 km (7.5 miles) west of Coaldale.
Accommodations:
Motels: 2 Total Rooms: 17 Bed & Breakfasts: 3
Financial Institutions:
ATB Financial Bank of Montreal Scotiabank
Business Support Organizations:
Coaldale Chamber of Commerce Community Futures Lethbridge Region
Major Employers:
1. International Truck Body Ltd. Vans/windows
2. Berdick Manufacturing Windows Windows/doors
3. Gen Manufacturing Ltd. Farm equipment
4. Adora Kitchens Kitchens/cabinets
5. Coaldale Iron Products Ag. Eqiup, metal products
