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The Town of Vulcan is a progressive and thriving community that serves as the economic hub and trading centre for Vulcan County. The Town is located midway between Calgary and Lethbridge on Highway 23. Vulcan's economic stability is enhanced by its proximity to major natural gas and oil deposits, both of which allow Vulcan's business community to benefit from the seismic exploration industry.
Contact Information
Population Information
Municipality 2001: 1762
Municipality 2007: 1940
Region 2007: 148411
Median Household Income 2005: $54,401
Median Family Income 2005: $59,448
Tax Rates
Residential/Farmland Mill Rate 2008: 13.796
Non Residential Mill Rate 2007: 19.966
Geographic Information
Distance to Major Areas:
120 km (75 miles) southeast of Calgary
100 km (63 miles) north of Lethbridge
200 km (125 miles) north of Coutts/Sweetgrass USA Border Crossing
Community Facts
Educational Facilities:
High Schools (Public) 1 Junior High/Middle Schools (Public) 1 Elementary Schools (Public) 1
Nearest Post-Secondary Institutions:
Lethbridge College 94 km (59 miles) University of Lethbridge 94 km (59 miles) SAIT 129 km (81 miles) University of Calgary 129 km (81 miles) Mount Royal College 129 km (81 miles)
Community Information
Municipal Government:
Mayor Tom Grant, Chief Administrative Officer Alcide Cloutier, Economic Development Officer Leslie Warren
Fire Protection:
Vulcan is served by a volunteer fire department 911 service
Police Services:
Vulcan is served by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Ambulance Services:
Vulcan & District Emergency Medical Service
Other:
Justice Infrastructure - Lethbridge Courthouse
Electrical Power Providers in the Region:
Landfill/Waste Transfer Locations:
Vulcan District Waste Commission Vulcan offers a recycling depot as well as a bottle depot for it's residents.
Water Services Supplier:
Town of Vulcan - Public Works
Telecommunications:
Local Service Providers: Telus High Speed Internet
Medical Services:
Hospitals: 1 Health Units/Clinics: 1 Dentists: 1 Doctors: 4 Chiropractors: 1
Airport:
The nearest commercial and air freight services are in Lethbridge. Vulcan has a municipal airport with a 3000 ft paved, lighted runway. International airport is in Calgary.
Accommodations:
Motels: 3 Bed & Breakfasts: 2
Financial Institutions:
Alberta Treasury Branch Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Macleod Savings & Credit Union
Business Support Organizations:
Vulcan & District Chamber of Commerce Vulcan Business Development Society Community Futures Highwood
Major Employers:
1. Conoco Phillips Oil and Gas Oil & Gas Producer
2. Market Street Foods Grocery Store
3. Vulcan Community Health Centre Public health Centre
4. Extendicare Extended Medical Care
5. Palliser School Division Public Schools
