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Champion is a peaceful, thriving community located south of Vulcan on Highway 23. Champion offers great recreational opportunities due to its close proximity to Little Bow Provincial Park and Twin Valley Reservoir. A progressive community with something for everyone, Champion offers a warm, friendly, small-town atmosphere you just can't beat.
Contact Information
Population Information
Municipality 2001: 355
Municipality 2007: 384
Region 2007: 148411
Median Household Income 2005: $34,899
Median Family Income 2005: $39,495
Tax Rates
Residential Mill Rate 2008: 10.9964
Non-residential Mill Rate 2008: 10.9964
Geographic Information
Distance to Major Areas:
73.6 km (46 miles) from Lethbridge
147 km (92 miles) from Calgary
177 km (111 miles) from Coutts/Sweetgrass USA Border Crossing
Community Facts
Educational Facilities:
High Schools (Public) in Vulcan and Claresholm Junior High/Middle Schools (Public) 2 Elementary Schools (Public) 2
Nearest Post-Secondary Institutions:
Lethbridge, Alberta 73 km (46 miles) Lethbridge College Enrollment Approx. 7,000 University of Lethbridge Enrollment Approx. 8,000
Community Information
Municipal Government:
Mayor Trevor Wagenvoot, Chief Administrative Officer Debra Moffat, Economic Development Officer Leslie Warren
Fire Protection:
Champion Volunteer Fire protection
Police Services:
Champion is served by the Royal Canadian Mounted , Vulcan Detachment
Ambulance Services:
Ambulance service is available Vulcan EMS and First Response from Champion Volunteer Fire Department
Electrical Power Providers in the Region:
Landfill/Waste Transfer Locations:
Champion/Carmangay Waste Transfer Station
Water Services Supplier:
Village of Champion
Source: Travers Reservoir
Telecommunications:
Local Service Providers: Telus Wild Rose High Speed Internet
Medical Services:
Hospitals: 1 Health Units/lincs: 1 Doctors: 4 Chiroprators: 1
Airport:
The closest airport is in Vulcan. The nearest commercial and air freight services are in Lethbridge. The nearest international facility is the Calgary International Airport.
Accommodations:
Motel: 1 Rooms: 15 Meetings Room: 1
Business Support Organizations:
Community Futures Highwood Vulcan & District Chamber of Commerce Vulcan Business Development Society
Major Employers:
1. Palliser School Division Education
