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“May The Fort be with you,” or “The Fort is strong in this one.” You can crack all the Star Wars quips about Fort Saskatchewan, but this lively, fun-loving prairie town just northeast of Edmonton is a world of its own. Lovingly called “The Fort,” Fort Saskatchewan is home to an evergrowing population attracted to its small-town lifestyle with big city amenities.
According to the Alberta provincial website, fort Saskatchewan’s population in 2020 stands at 27,772, the 17th highest in the province. It has grown steadily at a 1.93 per cent clip year-over-year and increased 16. 4 percent in the last five years, making it the 14th fastest-growing municipality in the province. Despite the growth, there is a quaint, relaxed lifestyle that can
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be found here, but there is also an electric liveliness that residents also get to enjoy. The historic Shell Theatre in the downtown provides the setting for exciting live performances, the thriving Chamber of Commerce Farmers’ Market in the summer months attracts visitors from far and wide, and the Fort Heritage Precinct celebrates the pioneer city’s distinct culture and history. Progress is evident everywhere in the city, most especially in the new communities that are being developed providing a wide array of housing options. Qualico Communities Edmonton are developing Forest Ridge and Sienna, while Landrex offer Windsor Pointe and WestPark. Forest Ridge in WestPark offers natural green spaces, playgrounds, lush parks and scenic walking paths. While Sienna residents enjoy a peaceful setting complete with parks, trails, a playground and a beautiful pond.
