Longview

Welcome

We appreciate your interest in our beloved community. Longview is located on Highway 22, ‘The Cowboy Trail’ and the junction of Highway 541. We are the Gateway to the Kananaskis with absolutely breathtaking views of the spectacular Canadian Rockies. Our location is conducive to serenity, peacefulness and creativity.

Longview offers many opportunities for growth in commercial, industrial and residential areas with a particularly strong focus on retirement, country living and the tourism trade. Many artists live in and around Longview, drawing on the surrounding beauty of the landscape and abundant native wildlife.

Longview is presently devising a five year plan for growth and sustainability. We are hoping to move forward with a controlled pattern of growth in order to infuse Longview with new, young families who are intent on calling Longview “Home”. Longview is preparing for a future with a high quality of life, while maintaining our current old Western feel and small village atmosphere that drew most of us here in the first place. We hope to ensure that any future development will include a hearty emphasis on ‘Green Power’ and other ecologically sound business practices. We encourage and promote forward thinking development projects and businesses and invite new companies, entrepreneurs and artists to investigate what the Village of Longview has to offer.

Longview is within a short 45 minute commute to the south end of Calgary which is much more pleasant than an hour long commute across town in a large city during rush hour traffic. We hope that you will be intrigued enough by this short intro to consider Longview as a great place to call home or to open a new business. Please feel free to drop by our office at 128 Morrison Road for more economic development and tourism information on our Community.

Quick Facts about Longview

• Population: 307 (2004 Civic Census)
• Location: Provincial Highway 22 (The Cowboy Trail) and Highway 541 61 kilometres south-west of Calgary
• Lifestyle: Rural/Urban Country Western Relaxed Living combined with close proximity to the ultra modern urban wonderland of Calgary, Alberta 
• Local Economy: A focus on agriculture, small business and Tourism related businesses.

Area Overview

The Village of Longview is located along the bustling tourism corridor of Highway 22, commonly known as the “Cowboy Trail”. The Cowboy Trail was voted ‘Best Drive Alberta’ in 2004 by the ‘Get Going Canada’ Program. Tourists from around the world have signed the guest book at our tourist information booth and the numbers keep increasing every year.

The Village has been experiencing steady growth over the last few years, boasting a new subdivision on the west side of Longview and we hope to see more growth in the future.

Longview stands at the ‘Gateway to Kananaskis Country’ where there is always something new and different to experience. Our Highwood River boasts some of the best fishing in the world. The river supports Bull, White and Rainbow trout.

Many residents commute to larger urban centers for work while enjoying the peace, beauty and tranquility of living close to our spectacular Rocky Mountains and breathing our fresh clean mountain air!

ALBERTA, THE BEST PLACE TO WORK, LIVE AND DO BUSINESS

The province of Alberta is a leader in the Canadian economy. Alberta has had the fastest growing economy in Canada over the past two decades, with real GDP growth averaging 3.7 percent per year. Highlighting Alberta's success in the past year is:

• Over $73.2 billion in international exports of goods and services (2004)
• Manufacturing shipments of $52.6 billion (2004)
• Creation of 40,000 new jobs in 2004 and 433,900 between 1994 and 2004
• Over $103 billion in major capital projects are proposed, announced, under construction or recently completed (2004)

Source: Alberta Economic Development

Alberta's Positive Business Climate

• The lowest overall taxes in Canada
• No provincial sales tax
• No general capital or payroll taxes prevalent in other provinces and U.S. states
• A highly entrepreneurial and competitive business community
• A fiscally responsible government that has eliminated its provincial debt, demonstrating to investors the business-like attitude of the government
• A highly skilled, educated and motivated workforce that is the most productive in Canada.

Source:Alberta Economic Development

Climate

Community Services

Village Office
Post Office
Tourist Info Centre
Skating Rink

Longview Bible Fellowship
Marigold Library

Longview & Rural Fire Department
Tales & Trails Campground

Village Office and Post Office
Longview Cowboys Summer Day Camp
Longview Community Hall
Park/Playground
Longview & District Recreation Board
Historical Society

Hall Board/Library Board
Little New York Daze Committee

Community Lifestyle

RECREATION

Does white water rafting, canoeing, cycling or horseback riding excite you? How about the thrill of catching your first or biggest fish or landing that trophy animal? Have you experienced some of the most scenic terrain in our province on a snowmobile or on skis?

Have you ever savored the tranquility of camping, bird watching, photography or painting that perfect picture?

Even a relaxing country drive will make you feel one with nature With all that is happening in and around Longview, you can't help but experience something new and different each and every time you visit.

EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS

• K100 Race ~ Third weekend in June
  
  The Kananaskis 100 Mile Relay Race (K-100) is entering it's 20th year as a major fundraiser for Hostelling International - Canada - Pacific Mountain Region.
  
  The pacific mountain region is part of the International Youth Hostel Federation's network of over 5000 hostels in more than 70 countries. Hostels provide affordable, quality accommodation and services for guests of all ages and nationalities. Alberta and BC hostels are ideally located for guests to enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities including cycling, hiking, and skiing. Funds raised by the K-100 are used to maintain and develop regional hostels and fund special projects according to the organization's mandate.
• Little New York Daze ~ Third weekend in July It’s a tradition that’s been ongoing for as long as Longview residents can remember, so when Little New York Daze rolls into town, it’s something the whole family won’t want to miss.
  
  The celebrations kick off with a pancake breakfast, followed by a parade composed of local residents and businesses down main street. After the parade, there are a number of ongoing events throughout the village such as face painting, a petting zoo, mutton busting, a horse show and a farmers’ market Saturday afternoon.
  
  In addition to the events set to take place on Saturday, a cowboy church in the park is held on Sunday afternoon and will feature more kids activities, beer gardens and live music.
  
  For more information about the fun and festivities scheduled at Little New York Daze contact the Village of Longview at 558-3922.
• Kananaskis Country ~ Gateway to the southern entrance
  
  Kananaskis Country is a 4,000 sq. km multiple use area located in the foothills and mountains of the Canadian Rockies west of Calgary. It is a diverse landscape including oustanding parks and a wide range of natural resources providing opportunites for social, cultural and economic benefits. Explore our web site and discover the diversity of recreational activities and services that you can enjoy when you visit Kananaskis Country.
• Bar U Historical Ranch
  Throughout the Bar U Ranch's history there have been many colourful characters such as John Ware, the Sundance Kid, H.R.H. Edward Prince of Wales and two of the big four who founded the first ever Calgary Exhibition and Stampede - George Lane and Patrick Burns.
• Turner Valley Gas Plant Historic Site
  
  Experience a time when light from the gas flares turned night into day. The Turner Valley Gas Plant is located near the Sheep River amid the beautiful, rolling foothills of southern Alberta. Here, with the spectacular Rocky Mountains as a backdrop, you can explore the colourful history of the oil and gas industry in Alberta, Canada.
• Chain Lakes Provincial Park
  
  Beautiful campground nestled in the foothills of Canada’s prime ranching country in the Willow Creek valley between the Porcupine Hills and the Rocky Mountains.This park provides year-round camping and fishing opportunities. On site concession provides hot meals and specialty coffees. Very secluded sites surrounded by trees and willows restrict open fires to community fire-pits only
• Brian Lyttle - world renowned Knife Maker
  
  Brian Lyttle Custom Knifemaker, Bladesmith, Engraver, Scrimshander, Instructor
• Home of many artists and entertainers
• Golf Courses within 10 minutes
• Prime movie locations
• Hogg Park
• Sullivan Graves
• Highwood River

Campgrounds There are several campgrounds near Longview, including a full facility campground within the Village limits. For more information on area campgrounds please call: Tails & Trails Campground ~ 1-403-558-3922 Travel Alberta ~ 1-800-222-6501 Chain Lakes ~ 1-403-646-2629 Mount Kidd ~ 1-403-591-7700 Hogg Park ~ 1-403-558-3775

Economic Base

Twin Cities Trailer Court 558-2490
Tales & Trails Campground & Information Booth 558-3922
Chinook Gas & Grocery 558-3934
Longview Steak House 558-2002
Longview Meat & Merchandise Ltd.
558-3707
Hwy. 22 Liquor Store 558-2344
Longview School 558-3945
Black Cat Restaurant 558-0000
Blue Sky Motel 558-3655
Memories Inn Restaurant 558-3665
Gallup's Firewood 558-2231
Administration Office & Library
Post Office 558-3922
558-3758
Twin Cities Hotel & Laundromat 558-3787
Hayden's Machine Shop 558-3911
Hayden's Car Wash 558-3911
Hughes Transport 558-3780
Longview & Rural Fire Dept.
(Non-emergency) 911
558-2449
Four Winds Restaurant 558-3776
Longview Beef Jerky 558-3960
One Horse Gallery 558-2454
Longview Bible Fellowship 558-2368
Westwind Pipe Laydown Service Ltd. 558-3681
Heidi's Food Saloon 558-2008
Bump's Pit Stop
558-2055
Ridge Top Tack Shop 558-3753
Longview Library 558-3927
Ian Tyson's Navajo Mug 558-2272
T & L Fencing 558-3998

Economic Facts

Workers Compensation

• Average cost per $100 payroll in Manufacturing: $3-$4
• Average cost per $100 payroll in Office Work: $.40
• Maximum weekly benefit $1,176.92

For additional details on the program see:Workers Compensation Board

Employment Insurance

• 55% of your average insurable earnings to a maximum of $413 per week.

For additional information on the program see:Employment Insurance Information for Employers

Research Base

Being a close neighbor of the City of Calgary, businesses located in Longview have access to a broad range of research facilities located in an around the City. For additional information on the following research facilities, simply click on the name to access the link.

• Alberta Research Council
• Calgary Technologies Inc.
• Edmonton Economic Development Corporation
• Food Processing Development Centre
• TRLabs
• WurcNet

Further In-Depth Information

• Municipal Profiles developed by Alberta's Ministry of Municipal Affairs
• Alberta - A Wealth of Opportunity developed by Alberta Economic Development
• Alberta Economic Highlights developed by
• Alberta Economic Outlook developed by Alberta Economic Development
• Alberta Export and Trade developed by Alberta Economic Development
• Tourism Reports developed by Alberta Economic Development
• Alberta Finance Statistics also contains much information which may be useful.

Education

Longview is part of the Foothills School Division #38 located at:
120 5 Ave SW ~ High River ~ Tel: (403) 652-3001

Longview School ~ (ECS - Grade 8)

Humpty Dumpty Play School

Emergency Services

Special Constables

Disaster Services

Health Care

Longview is under the jurisdiction of Calgary Health Region. Visit their web site at calgaryhealthregion.ca for more information.

Key Contacts for Business Development

Village of Longview
PO Box 147
Longview AB
T0L 1H0
Tel: (403)558-3922
Fax: (403)558-3743
Email: longviewadmin@karju.net

Mayor
Ivor McCorquindale
Email: longviewvillage@nucleus.com

Administrator
Virginia Tyler
Email: longviewadmin@karju.net

Office Manager
June Folkard
Email: longviewvillage@nucleus.com

Highwood Business Development Corporation
John Lockhart
#3 28 - 12 Avenue S.E.
High River, Alberta
T1V 1E6
Tel: (403) 652-3700
Email: info@hbdc.net

PROVINCIAL

Walter Valentini, Director
Alberta Economic Development
#300, 639-5th Avenue S.W.
Calgary, Alberta
T2P 0M9
Tel: (403) 297-8920
Fax (403) 297-6168
Email: walter.valentini@gov.ab.ca

George Groeneveld
Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)
Highwood Constituency
721 Legislature Annex
9718 107 Street
Edmonton AB
T5K 1E4
Tel: 780-422-7199
Fax: 780-422-1671

Constituency Office:
P.O. Box 5243
103 - 3rd Avenue West
High River AB
T1V 1M4
Tel: 403-652-7100
Fax: 403-652-7757

FEDERAL

Ted Menzies
Member of Parliament
Macleod Constituency
House of Commons
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0A6
Tel: 613-995-8471
Fax: 613-996-9770

Constituency Office:
4925 1st Street West
P.O. Box 40
Claresholm AB
T0L 0T0
Tel: 403-625-5532
Toll Free: 1-866-636-9437
Fax: 403-625-5592

Location

Longview is located in an area that the Indians once used for hunting and gathering.

Longview was originally a small community hamlet that was established at the turn of the century to service the surrounding farms and ranches. The area began to boom after oil was discovered in Turner Valley in 1914 and “Little New York” was born. The community eventually moved a few miles west of its previous location and re-assumed its original name of Longview. In the height of the oil boom, the population swelled to an unbelievable 2500 people. The petroleum industry declined in Longview during the 1940’s which in turn caused a decline in the population who were mainly oil patch workers at the time. Longview’s long standing position in the area allowed it to survive and actually received local government in the 1960’s. Longview stands at the “gateway” to the Kananaskis which is one of the most beautiful tourism zones in the world.

ALBERTA MAP

VILLAGE OF LONGVIEW LOCATION

Longview's proximity to various locations:

to Black Diamond - 18 km.
to Turner Valley - 21 km.
to Okotoks - 39 km.
to Calgary City Limits - 58 km.
to Calgary Int'l Airport - 90 km.
to High River - 40 km.
to #3 Highway - 113 km.

Post Secondary Education

Building Futures

The Village of Longviewis just minutes away from world-class education facilities. Longviews proximity to Calgary allows students the opportunity to attend post-secondary institutions with minimal travel.

For information on Educational Opportunities in close proximity to Longview visit the school's corresponding website:

 

Educational Facility	Location	Telephone	Web site
University of Calgary	Calgary, AB	403-220-5110	www.ucalgary.ca
University of Lethbridge	Lethbridge, AB	403-320-5700	www.uleth.ca
S.A.I.T.	Calgary, AB	403-284-7248	www.sait.ab.ca
Mount Royal College	Calgary, AB	403-240-6111	www.mtroyal.ab.ca
AB College of Art & Design	Calgary, AB	403-284-7600	www.acad.ab.ca
Devry Canada	Calgary, AB	403-235-3450	www.devry.ca
Olds Agricultural College	Olds, AB	1-800-661-6537	www.oldscollege.ab.ca/
Red Deer College	Red Deer, AB	403- 342-3300	www.rdc.ab.ca/

Taxation

	Residential/Farmland	Non-Residential
2005
Municipal Tax Rate	7.7159	7.7159
Education - Alberta School Foundation Fund Tax Rate	3.7580	4.9017
Education Opted Out Tax Rate	3.7580	4.9017
Seniors Lodge Accommodation Tax Rate	.1232	.1232

Transportation

AIR TRANSPORTATION
High River (40 klm east) has a modern airport which is served by charter companies and is equipped for night use. It is located 5.6 km (3.5 miles) south of High River on Highway 2A and offers all-weather facilities. The longest runway is 912 meters (3000 feet). The airport offers hanger services, as well as fuel and maintenance facilities. A flight school also operates at the High River airport.

The nearest commercial airport with scheduled passenger services and air freight facilities is the Calgary International Airport, some 60 km to the north.

Utilities

ELECTRICITY & NATURAL GAS are deregulated in Alberta.
The Alberta government provides a Web site to provide information to assist consumers to choose the appropriate provider for their residence or business. To learn more about electrical or natural gas providers visit Customer Choice.

Regulated Rate Providers for Community of Longview are:

Electrical Power:

Epcor
310-4300

Natural Gas:

Direct Energy Services
245-7838

COMMUNICATIONS

Cable Television:
Persona
1-866-737-7662

Telephone:
Telus Communications
310-2255

Internet Service:
Telus Communications
1-877-310-4NET (4638)

 Longview has access to:
All the major radio stations from Calgary


Local/Regional Newspapers

Name	Phone Number	Fax Number
Western Wheel	(403) 938-6397	(403) 938-2518
The Calgary Sun	(403) 410-1010	(403) 250-4180
The Calgary Herald	(403) 235-7100	(403) 235-7379

Population

Total Population 1991-2001

Longview Population by Age Group (2001)

Education Statistics

Longview Highest Level of Schooling 2001

Labour Force

Longview Labour Force By Industry - 2001

Building Permits

Total Housing Starts

Value of Building Permits

Dwellings