ALEXANDER FIRST NATION

Alexander First Nation’s Gas Station and Kokum’s Deli Story and ohotos by Steve McGean

A short drive north on Hwy 44 and 5km from the highway is a brand new Gas station owned and run by the Alexander First Nations.

Not just a gas station, there is also Kokum’s Deli.

The building and pumps being only a year and a half old, it was a massive upgrade from the single pump they had before.

While chatting with the manager Sam Paonessa, he told me of the small shop and single pump that was previously there. Now they offer an array of grocery items that can save a trip to the city if you’re out camping at nearby sites. There is, pop and all the good road trip snacks, minor vehicle maintenance items, charging equipment for your cell phones.

Two major changes are the addition of soda machines and slushie machines, second is the addition of Kokum’s Deli. This is where Tracy shows her passion for food making homemade sandwiches, chicken wings, dry ribs,pizza and my favorite donairs!

Both Sam and Tracey Paonessa are proud of the progress of this new Community staple, and they should be, with stocked shelves, a very clean store front, and friendly staff the gas station and Deli are truly a hidden gem.

Alexander Gas Bar AB-642, Alexander First Nation 134A, AB (780) 939-9852