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Northern Lights No. 22, M.D. of
Area Overview
The Municipal District of Northern Lights is situated in an area known as the Peace Country, within Northwestern Alberta. The area contains rolling hills and beautiful valleys of agricultural land, along with several rivers and lakes.
The town of Manning is the major service centre located within the Municipal District.
Northern Lights is rich in natural resources, the community particularly thrives in the winter when the petroleum and forestry industries boom. In the spring, the area comes alive with agriculture.
Community Services
The Family Community Social Services organization (780-836-2170) offers a variety of services for families in our area. Manning is also home to an Aboriginal Resource Centre.
Click here to view the Community Directory.
Community Lifestyle
Recreation
Manning has outstanding recreational facilities including a sports centre with arena and curling rink. A summer pool, tennis court, two outdoor rinks, family fitness centre, several ball diamonds and playgrounds are available for family outdoor and fitness activities.
An overnight Lion’s campground is located in the centre of town along the river with power hookups. Water and sanitary dumping station available.
The Condy Meadows Golf Course and Recreation Area is located 10 km north of the Town of Manning and features a 9-hole course that is second to none. Grass greens, golf carts and a pro shop are found on site. There are campsites available that are equipped with power hookups, and a playground.
There are also three local day parks that are enjoyed by all ages: The Lion’s Park, The Millenium Park and The Elks Park. These all offer playground equipment for children and picnic areas for the whole family.
The Centennial Library is a modern facility with over 10,000 books and up to date computer technology for the public use. The library is a member of the Peace Library System which assists in catering to the literary needs of all ages including those with special needs.
A Walking Trail is located along the scenic Notikewin River and in the northwest quadrant of the town with progress on additional walking trials.
The Manning Ski Hill, located east of the town site accommodates both downhill skiing and snowboarding in addition to racing and ski jumping.
Economic Base
Industry Sector Profiles
Forest Sector
There are two forestry companies operating within the Municipal District of Northern Lights. Located north of town, Manning Diversified Forest Products Ltd. (MDFP) is an integrated value-added wood processing facility. On site are: a primary wood processing facility with an output of 100 million board feet annually; a planer mill; and a chipping facility, which enables supplying of chips to local pulp mills. Outputs include dimensional lumber and several value-added wood products such as decking, fencing and siding components. The mill employs over 150 people with an additional 100 seasonal jobs in the woodlands.
South of Manning is Daishowa Marubeni International Ltd. (DMI), a pulp mill that annually produces approximately 480,000 air dried metric tonnes of kraft pulp.
Oil & Gas Sector
There are several gas plants located in the Chinchaga area, northwest of Manning. Companies with operations in the area include: BP, ApacheCorporation, and Penn West Energy Trust among others. These extraction companies are serviced by several local companies specializing in everything from contruction to road building to wireline testing.
Agriculture Sector
Agriculture is also a large sector given the long days in the summer and the top quality soils found the area. Wheat, canola, oats, barley and peas are the primary crops produced in the region. There are also livestock operations consisting of beef, bison and elk. As well, many honey producers call Manning home. The area is also an important producer of forage seeds such as smooth brome and timothy.
Research Sector
Research activities also play a vital role in the local economy. Established by MDFP in 1993, the Manning Forestry Research Fund (MFRF) with a goal of "...sustainability of the social, cultural, and economic values in the Northwest boreal region of Alberta" contributes significantly to several projects in northwest Alberta.
Manning is also home to the North Peace Applied Research Association (NPARA), which primarily carries out research in the agricultural sector.
Contributions from MFRF and NPARA have recently lead to the development of an essential oil extractor facility known as the Aurora Natural Products and Essential Oils Cooperative in the Town of Manning. The facility's main source of material for extraction comes from logging operations; branches from conifers are used to produce essential oils.
Currently there are also several other projects underway in the agriculture and health and wellness sector.
Tourism Sector
Situated along the Deh Cho Travel Connection, Manning offers a lot to the recreational tourist. With three provincial parks nearby: Notikewan, Twin Lakes, and Sulphur Lake, along with two private campgrounds (one in town, one at the golf course) there are plenty of amenities for the outdoorsperson.
Activities to experience in the region include: hiking, fishing, camping, golfing, water recreation, off-highway vehicle riding, canoe/kayaking. In the fall and winter there is hunting, ice fishing, snowmobiling.
Manning is a member of the Mighty Peace Tourist Association. Travel Alberta North is also a great resource when looking at vacationing in northern Alberta.
Retail Sector
Manning enjoys a complete compliment of retail amenities, including two grocery stores, two pharmacies, as well as general merchandise and convenience stores.
Economic Facts
Market Research & Demographic Information
Statistics Canada information is located at the end of this profile. Click here if you would like to view this information now.
Further In-depth Information
- Municipal Profiles developed by Alberta's Ministry of Municipal Affairs
- Alberta Weekly Economic Highlights developed by Alberta Economic Development
- Alberta Economic Outlook developed by Alberta Economic Development
- Alberta Export and Trade developed by Alberta Economic Development
- Special Reports developed by Alberta Economic Development
- Tourism Reports developed by Alberta Economic Development
- Price Comparison Survey - Completed by Alberta Economic Development in May 2004
- Alberta Finance Statistics also contains much information which may be useful
Business Licensing and Development Permits
Municipal District of Northern Lights
600 7th Avenue NW
Manning, Alberta T0H 2M0
Phone: 780-836-3348
Fax: 780-836-3663
Gloria Dechant
Development Clerk
Real Estate
Online real estate listings available at: MLS.ca, Exit Realty Discovery, Century 21.
Looking for inexpensive land for residential or commercial use?
The Municipal District has recently completed an inventory of Tax Forfeitures and M.D.-owned land, which are now for sale. Details below:
TAX FORFEITURE PROPERTIES
Sealed Bid
The Municipal District of Northern Lights No. 22 is accepting sealed bids on the following tax forfeiture property:
Located in the Hamlet of North Star:
Plan 411KS Block 6 lot 4
Located in the Hamlet of Dixonville
Plan 2088NY Block 3 Lot 11 (does not have access)
Plan 2088NY Block 5 Lot 5 (does not have access)
Plan 2318KS Block 5 Lot 3
Plan 3277KS Block 1 Lot 1 & north 20’ of Lot 2
Plan 3277KS Block 1 Lot 13
Plan 3277KS Block 2 Lot 7
Plan 3277KS Block 2 Lot 8
Plan 3277KS Block 2 Lot 9
Plan 3277KS Block 2 Lot 14
Plan 3277KS Block 2 Lot 15
Sealed bids must be accompanied by a 10% deposit (cash or certified cheque). MD#22 Council shall accept the highest bid over the appraised value. In the event the MD does not receive a bid over the appraised value, they may consider the highest offer. The balance is due within 30 days from the date of the acceptance of the offer. Should payment not be received within the required time period, the 10% deposit will be forfeited.
If after one year development has taken place, the MD Council shall by resolution refund to the purchaser the purchase price less $1,000.00. Development is defined as: a commercial building being constructed with a value of $200,000 or residential development with a value of $50,000.
For further information or to arrange to view the mobile home situated on Plan 3277KS Block 2 Lot 14, please contact Imelda at the MD Office at 780-836-3348 or 1-888-525-3481.
Please submit your bid in person or by mail in a sealed envelope clearly marked "Tax Forfeiture Property Bid", Municipal District of Northern Lights #22, Box 10, Manning, AB T0H 2M0. Your bid must clearly indicate the property you are bidding on. Sealed bids must be submitted by 4:30 pm, April 7, 2006.
MUNICIPAL PROPERTIES FOR SALE
Municipal District of Northern Lights #22 is accepting offers to purchase on the following property:
Legal Purchase Price
PT NE-19-84-23-W5 (.31 acres) $5,300.00
Located in the Hamlet of Dixonville:
Plan 8221551 Block 6 Lots 8, 9 & 12 $1,600.00 per lot
Located in Weberville Industrial Park:
Plan 9023616 Block 2 Lot 5(4.97 acres) $11,000.00
Plan 9023616 Block 2 Lot 6 (8.8 acres) $16,000.00
Plan 9023616 Block 2 Lot 7 (7.44 acres) $13,500.00
Plan 9023616 Block 2 Lot 8 (5.19 acres) $10,000.00
Plan 9023616 Block 2 Lot 9 (8.23 acres) $12,000.00
Plan 9023616 Block 2 Lot 11 4.05 acres) $ 5,000.00
Plan 9023616 Block 3 Lot 1 (4.25 acres) $12,500.00
Plan 9023616 Block 3 Lot 2 (4.27 acres) $12,750.00
Plan 9023616 Block 3 Lot 4 (4.25 acres) $12,500.00
Plan 9023616 Block 3 Lot 5 (4.25 acres) $ 7,000.00
Plan 9023616 Block 3 Lot 7 (4.27 acres) $ 7,000.00
Plan 9023616 Block 3 Lot 8 (4.27 acres) $ 7,000.00
Plan 9023616 Block 4 Lot 1 (4.25 acres) $11,500.00
Offers to purchase must be accompanied by a 10% deposit by cash or certified cheque. Balance of purchase price must be paid upon signing of transfer documents. If after one year development has taken place, the MD Council, shall by resolution refund to the purchaser the purchase price less $1,000.00. Development is defined as: a commercial building being constructed with a value of $200,000 or residential development with a value of $50,000.
Offers to purchase may be made in person or mailed to: Municipal District of Northern Lights #22, Box 10, Manning, AB T0H 2M0. If mailing in the offer be sure to indicate clearly the property the offer is being made on. Offers will be accepted on a first come first served basis.
Further information can be obtained by calling Imelda at the MD#22 Office at 780-836-3348 or 1-888-525-3481.
Business Support Services
Several area companies service the primary and secondary industries of the region in a variety of capacities, examples of the services provided are:
| Oilfield Construction/Maintenance | Road Building/Maintenance |
| Commercial & Industrial Fencing | Hot Shot |
| Insulators/Pilings | Logging/Rentals |
| Passports/Maps | Plumbing/Heating |
| Trucking/Hauling | Vacuum/Steam |
| Water Hauling | Wireline/Pressure Testing |
| Welding/Electrical | Equipment Rental |
Financial Institutions
Education
Peace River School Division No. 10 and Northland School Division No. 61 are the Public School Divisions represented within the Municipal District. Holy Family Catholic Regional Division #37 is the Separate School Division represented the M.D.
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School |
Location |
Phone Number |
Grades |
|---|---|---|---|
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Manning |
(780) 836-3532 |
K – 6 |
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Manning |
(780) 836-3397 |
7 – 12 |
|
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Dixonville |
(780) 971-3770 |
K - 9 |
|
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Keg River |
(780) 981-2275 |
K - 12 |
|
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Breaking Point School |
Manning |
(780) 836-3397 |
K – 11 |
|
Manning |
(780) 836-3625 |
ECS - 9 |
|
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Manning & District Further Education Council |
Manning |
(780) 836-2664 |
Adult |
Emergency Services
Town of Manning has advanced life support ambulance services operated by Peace Country Health.
The Manning & District Fire Department has been serving the area for more than 40 years. We service Manning, north to Keg River, east to the Peace River, west to the BC border, and south to Dixonville. Our fire coverage is approximately 2800 km², and our rescue coverage area is approximately 19,000 km². Our local volunteer members possess the ability to extinguish fires efficiently, extricate occupants from motor vehicle accidents, and currently are developing techniques for water rescue.
Health Care
Manning and area residents celebrated the opening of a new health care facility in July 2003. Manning Community Health Centre, administered by the Peace Country Health Region employs approximately 115 people. Our new health facility offers 24-hour emergency care, 10 acute care beds, 16 long term care beds and 1 palliative care room.
Senior Citizen Housing
Manning is proud to have a modern 44-bed senior citizen’s lodge. Recently expanded and renovated, the Del-Air Lodge is situated on the banks of the Notikewin River.
Key Contacts for Business Development
Manning & Area Economic Development Society (MAEDS)
Box 846
Manning, Alberta T0H 2M0
Phone: 780-836-3340
Fax: 780-836-3342
Scott Kelly
Economic Development Officer
Municipal District of Northern Lights
600 7th Avenue NW
Manning, Alberta T0H 2M0
Phone: 780-836-3348
Fax: 780-836-3663
Theresa McKelvie
Chief Administrative Officer
Alberta Economic Development
Room 105 Provincial Building
9621-96 Avenue
Peace River, Alberta T8S 1T4
Tel: 780-624-6114
Fax: 780-624-6490
Sara Chamberlain
Regional Manager
Federal
Chris Warkentin
Member of Parliament [MP]
Peace River Constituency
Parliamentary Address:
House of Commons
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0A6
Constituency Office:
#207, 10605 West Side Drive
Grande Prairie, Alberta T8V 8E6
E-mail: warkentin.c@parl.gc.ca
Website: www.chriswarkentin.ca
Toll Free: 1-800-667-0456
(780) 538-1677
fax (780) 538-9257
Location
The Town of Manning is located within the Municipal District of Northern Lights No. 22 on the Mackenzie Highway #35. The town is situated 99 km northwest of the Town of Peace River and roughly 250 km northeast of the City of Grande Prairie, and just under 600 km northwest of Edmonton. 
Click here or on the map above to explore the comprehensive interactive map developed by Northern Alberta Development Council (NADC).
Post Secondary Education
Northern Lakes College has a campus located in Manning. The college offers the following programs:
- University Transfer Programs
- Career Programs
- Workforce Development
- Academic Upgrading Programs
- Community Learning Services
The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) has a campus located in Fairview which is located approximately 1.5 hours southwest.
Grande Prairie Regional College is located in Grande Prairie approximately 2.5 hours southwest.
Athabasca University is Canada’s leading Open University. It focuses on the delivery of courses and programs by distance and online methods. Registration is year-round and anyone 18 years of age or older is eligible to apply.
Taxation
Assessment [2005]
$854,124,422
Mill Rates [2004]
| Residential | Non-Residential | |
|---|---|---|
| General Municipal | 5.9500 | 11.1027 |
| Education | 5.0915 | 7.4107 |
| Total | 11.0415 | 18.5134 |
There is No Provincial Sales Tax (PST) in Alberta.
There is a 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on most purchases in Canada.
Transportation
Air Service
The Manning Airport is located 3 km north of the town and is owned and operated by the Municipal District of Northern Lights. The airport is used for general aviation of all aircraft up to Code 3 designation/category (which use Instrument Flight Regulations and Visual Flight Regulations). There is also a terminal constructed to accommodate passenger flights.
Radio controlled runway lighting (ARCAL) has been installed to save on power costs. These lights remain off until an aircraft arrives and the pilot then switches on the lights using the aircraft’s radio. The lights stay on for approximately 20 minutes before shutting off automatically.
The airport is also home to a provincial forestry tanker base for fire suppression operations. Medivac services are also strong users of the airport.
The nearest airport with passenger service is in Peace River. Grande Prairie Airport has expanded passenger service.
Rail Transport
Manning is serviced by Mackenzie Northern Railway (RLGN). Click here for a map of all Alberta Railways.
Highways
The Mackenzie Highway (Highway 35) is the major route north/south through Manning.
There are several Secondary Routes with in the surrounding M.D. of Northern Lights, most notable route 986 - which connects with Highway 88to the east, south of Red Earth Creek.
Click here for traffic counts. Traffic counts for inside the Town of Manning can found on page 61. (Look for NthL abbreviation) Other traffic counts within the M.D. Northern Lights can be found on pages: 62, 117, 118, 120, 146.
Distances to Major Centres
| Peace River | 99 km |
| Grande Prairie | 250 km |
| Fort St. John | 315 km |
| Edmonton | 600 km |
| Calgary | 880 km |
| Vancouver | 1450 km |
| U.S. Border | 1195 km |
Passenger Bus Service
Greyhound Canada operates daily scheduled passenger and parcel express service to Peace River, Grande Prairie, and Edmonton.
Taxi, Transportation/Courier Services
Courier businesses such as DHL and Purolator and are also located in Manning. There are also Hot Shot services available.
Population
| Total Population | |
| Population 2004* | 3,636 |
| Population 2003* | 3,636 |
| Population 2002* | 3,636 |
| Population 2001** | 4,215 |
| Population 2000* | 3,880 |
| Population 1996** | 4,462 |
| Population 1991** | 0 |
| Population % change 1991-1996 | 100.00% |
| Population % change 1996-2001 | -22.72% |
| * Source: Official Population List, Alberta Municipal Affairs ** Source: Statistics Canada 1991, 1996, & 2001 Census |
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Total Population 1991-2001
| Population by Age and Gender | 1996 Male |
1996 Female |
1996 Total |
2001 Male |
2001 Female |
2001 Total |
| Age 0 - 4 | 180 | 165 | 345 | 125 | 130 | 255 |
| Age 5 - 14 | 440 | 415 | 855 | 390 | 345 | 735 |
| Age 15 - 19 | 195 | 180 | 375 | 205 | 200 | 405 |
| Age 20 - 24 | 130 | 110 | 240 | 110 | 90 | 200 |
| Age 25 - 34 | 290 | 280 | 570 | 210 | 205 | 415 |
| Age 35 - 44 | 390 | 340 | 730 | 390 | 375 | 765 |
| Age 45 - 54 | 285 | 260 | 545 | 340 | 265 | 605 |
| Age 55 - 64 | 245 | 200 | 445 | 225 | 210 | 435 |
| Age 65 - 74 | 160 | 85 | 245 | 165 | 100 | 265 |
| Age 75 and older | 50 | 50 | 100 | 75 | 60 | 135 |
| Total All Persons | 2,365 | 2,095 | 4,460 | 2,240 | 1,980 | 4,220 |
| Source: Statistics Canada 1996 & 2001 Census (numbers may not add up due to rounding) | ||||||
Northern Lights No. 22, M.D. of Population by Age Group (2001)
Education Statistics
| Highest level of schooling for Population 20yrs and older | 2001 | % | ||
| People without high school certificates | 1,215 | 43.94% | ||
| People with high school certificates | 315 | 11.39% | ||
| People with trades or non-university certificate or diploma | 935 | 33.82% | ||
| People with post-secondary education (not completed) | 150 | 5.42% | ||
| People with university diploma/certificate | 15 | 0.54% | ||
| People with university degree | 130 | 4.70% | ||
| Total Population 20 years and older | 2,765 | 100.00% | ||
| Source: Statistics Canada 2001 Census (numbers may not add up due to rounding) | ||||
Northern Lights No. 22, M.D. of Highest Level of Schooling 2001
| Population with Post Secondary Qualifications | 1996 | % | 2001 | % |
| Agriculture and biological sciences | 55 | 5.09% | 140 | 12.56% |
| Commerce, management and business administration | 190 | 17.59% | 215 | 19.28% |
| Educational, recreational and counseling services | 90 | 8.33% | 120 | 10.76% |
| Engineering and applied science tech. and trades | 455 | 42.13% | 460 | 41.26% |
| Engineering and applied sciences | 20 | 1.85% | 15 | 1.35% |
| Fine and applied arts | 40 | 3.70% | 25 | 2.24% |
| Health professionals, science and technologies | 145 | 13.43% | 75 | 6.73% |
| Humanities and related fields | 35 | 3.24% | 15 | 1.35% |
| Mathematics and physical sciences | 20 | 1.85% | 10 | 0.90% |
| Social sciences and related fields | 30 | 2.78% | 40 | 3.59% |
| Other and/or no specialization | 0 | 0.00% | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total people with post secondary qualifications | 1,080 | 100.00% | 1,115 | 100.00% |
| Females with post-secondary qualifications | 505 | 46.76% | 510 | 45.74% |
| Males with post-secondary qualifications | 575 | 53.24% | 605 | 54.26% |
| Source: Statistics Canada 1996 & 2001 Census (numbers may not add up due to rounding) | ||||
Labour Force
| Labour force by activity | 1996 | 2001 |
| In the labour force, both sexes | 2,515 | 2,390 |
| Not in the labour force, both sexes | 720 | 800 |
| Total population 15 and over | 3,240 | 3,190 |
| Employed, both sexes | 2,340 | 2,220 |
| Unemployed, both sexes | 175 | 175 |
| Participation rate, both sexes | 77.00% | 75.00% |
| Unemployment rate, both sexes | 7.00% | 7.00% |
| Source: Statistics Canada 1996 & 2001 Census (numbers may not add up due to rounding) | ||
| Labour Force by Industry Division | 1996 | % of total | 2001 | % of total |
| Agriculture | 765 | 30.48% | 765 | 32.21% |
| Mining | 200 | 7.97% | 120 | 5.05% |
| Manufacturing | 165 | 6.57% | 150 | 6.32% |
| Construction | 225 | 8.96% | 240 | 10.11% |
| Transportation. & Utilities | 195 | 7.77% | 175 | 7.37% |
| Retail and Wholesale | 280 | 11.16% | 225 | 9.47% |
| Finance | 40 | 1.59% | 95 | 4.00% |
| Business & Community Services | 525 | 20.92% | 480 | 20.21% |
| Public Administration | 55 | 2.19% | 135 | 5.68% |
| Total All Industries | 2,510 | 100.00% | 2,375 | 100.00% |
| Source: Statistics Canada 1996 & 2001 Census (numbers may not add up due to rounding) | ||||
Northern Lights No. 22, M.D. of Labour Force By Industry - 2001
| Labour Force by Major Occupational Groups | 1996 | % | 2001 | % |
| Management occupations | 165 | 6.57% | 130 | 5.49% |
| Business, Finances and administrative occupations | 310 | 12.35% | 275 | 11.60% |
| Natural and applied sciences and related occupations | 25 | 1.00% | 65 | 2.74% |
| Health occupations | 80 | 3.19% | 45 | 1.90% |
| Occupations in social science; education; government and religion | 85 | 3.39% | 105 | 4.43% |
| Occupations in art; culture; recreation and sport | 35 | 1.39% | 25 | 1.05% |
| Sales and service occupations | 385 | 15.34% | 335 | 14.14% |
| Trades; transport; equipment operators and related occupations | 505 | 20.12% | 505 | 21.31% |
| Occupations unique to primary industry | 725 | 28.88% | 775 | 32.70% |
| Occupations unique to processing; manufacturing and utilities | 190 | 7.57% | 105 | 4.43% |
| Occupations not elsewhere classified | 10 | 0.40% | 15 | 0.63% |
| Total - All Occupations (major groups) | 2,510 | 100.00% | 2,370 | 100.00% |
| Females - All Occupations | 1,045 | 41.63% | 1,005 | 42.41% |
| Males - All Occupations | 1,465 | 58.37% | 1,365 | 57.59% |
| Source: Statistics Canada 1996 & 2001 Census (numbers may not add up due to rounding) | ||||
Income
| Family Income (Number of Families) | 1996 | % | 2001 | % |
| less than $19,999 | 195 | 17.11% | 140 | 13.59% |
| $20,000 - $39,999 | 325 | 28.51% | 305 | 29.61% |
| $40,000 - $59,999 | 260 | 22.81% | 270 | 26.21% |
| $60,000 and over | 360 | 31.58% | 350 | 33.98% |
| Total number of families | 1,140 | 100.00% | 1,065 | 103.40% |
| Average family income | $50,537 | $56,962 | ||
| Median family income | $43,320 | $50,705 | ||
| Source: Statistics Canada 1996 & 2001 Census (numbers may not add up due to rounding) | ||||
| Household Income (Number of Households) | 1996 | % | 2001 | % |
| less than $19,999 | 345 | 23.88% | 265 | 18.21% |
| $20,000 - $39,999 | 400 | 27.68% | 355 | 24.40% |
| $40,000 - $59,999 | 295 | 20.42% | 270 | 18.56% |
| $60,000 and over | 90 | 6.23% | 575 | 39.52% |
| Total number of households | 1,445 | 100.00% | 1,455 | 100.00% |
| Average household income | $45,977 | $55,045 | ||
| Median household income | $37,605 | $46,502 | ||
| Source: Statistics Canada 1996 & 2001 Census (numbers may not add up due to rounding) | ||||
Building Permits
| Total Building Permit Values | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 |
| Building Permits Value, Commercial | $663,000 | $95,000 | $900,000 | $846,000 | $2,237,000 |
| Building Permits Value, Industrial | $10,767,000 | $962,000 | $1,060,000 | $1,366,000 | $11,265,000 |
| Building Permits Value, Institutional | $2,600,000 | $0 | $500,000 | $0 | $0 |
| Building Permits Value, Residential | $2,723,000 | $3,276,000 | $1,929,000 | $2,284,000 | $3,546,000 |
| Building Permits Value, Total | $16,753,000 | $4,333,000 | $4,389,000 | $4,496,000 | $17,048,000 |
| Total Housing Starts | 16 | 24 | 17 | 16 | 19 |
| Source: Statistics Canada 2000-2004 Building Permits (numbers may not add up due to rounding) | |||||
Total Housing Starts
Value of Building Permits
Dwellings
| Occupied Private Dwellings by Type | 1996 | % of total | 2001 | % of total | |
| Apartments | 0 | 0.00% | 0 | 0.00% | |
| Detached Duplexes | 10 | 0.69% | 0 | 0.00% | |
| Movable Dwellings | 300 | 20.69% | 180 | 12.20% | |
| Other single attached house | 10 | 0.69% | 0 | 0.00% | |
| Row and semi-detached house | 10 | 0.69% | 0 | 0.00% | |
| Single-detached house | 1,125 | 77.59% | 1,295 | 87.80% | |
| Total number of occupied private dwellings | 1,450 | 100.00% | 1,475 | 100.00% | |
| Private dwellings, owned | 1,250 | 86.21% | 1,335 | 90.51% | |
| Private Dwellings, rented | 195 | 13.45% | 115 | 7.80% | |
| Source: Statistics Canada 1996 & 2001 Census (numbers may not add up due to rounding) | |||||
| Private Dwellings by Period of Construction | # of Dwellings | % of total | |||
| Period of construction, before 1946 | 45 | 3.09% | |||
| Period of construction, 1946 - 1960 | 145 | 9.97% | |||
| Period of construction, 1961 - 1970 | 180 | 12.37% | |||
| Period of construction, 1971 - 1980 | 320 | 21.99% | |||
| Period of construction, 1981 - 1990 | 445 | 30.58% | |||
| Period of construction, 1991 - 2001 | 320 | 21.99% | |||
| Total number of private dwellings constructed | 1,455 | 100.00% | |||
| Source: Statistics Canada 2001 Census (numbers may not add up due to rounding) | |||||
Farming
Northern Lights No. 22, M.D. of Total Farm Area : 640 acres
| Farms by Total Farm Area (2001) | # of Farms | % of total |
| Farms - Under 129 acres | 31 | 4.85% |
| Farms - 130 to 239 acres | 104 | 16.28% |
| Farms - 240 to 559 acres | 153 | 23.94% |
| Farms - 560 to 759 acres | 63 | 9.86% |
| Farms - 760 to 1,119 acres | 99 | 15.49% |
| Farms - 1,120 to 1,599 acres | 72 | 11.27% |
| Farms - 1,600 to 2,239 acres | 45 | 7.04% |
| Farms - 2,240 acres and over | 72 | 11.27% |
| Total number of farms reporting | 639 | 100.00% |
| Source: Statistics Canada 2001 Census of Agriculture(numbers may not add up due to rounding) | ||
# of Farms by Total Farm Area
| Farms by Total Gross Farm Receipts - 2001 | # of Farms | % of total |
| Farms gross farm receipts - under $9,999 | 156 | 24.41% |
| Farms gross farm receipts - $10,000 to $49,999 | 248 | 38.81% |
| Farms gross farm receipts - $50,000 to $99,999 | 89 | 13.93% |
| Farms gross farm receipts - $100,000 to $249,999 | 99 | 15.49% |
| Farms gross farm receipts - $250,000 to $499,999 | 38 | 5.95% |
| Farms gross farm receipts - $500,000 and over | 9 | 1.41% |
| Total number of farms reporting | 639 | 100.00% |
| Source: Statistics Canada 2001 Census of Agriculture(numbers may not add up due to rounding) | ||
Total Gross Farm Receipts
Farming, Continued
| Characteristics of Farm Operators | # | % |
| Age - Under 35 years | 105 | 12.14% |
| Age - 35 to 54 years | 440 | 50.87% |
| Age - 55 years and over | 325 | 37.57% |
| Average age of operators | 50 | |
| Number of operators - Female | 230 | 26.59% |
| Number of operators - Male | 635 | 73.41% |
| Total number of operators reporting | 865 | 100.00% |
| Source: Statistics Canada 2001 Census of Agriculture(numbers may not add up due to rounding) | ||
Age of Farm Operators
Projects
Summary of Projects in Northern Lights No. 22, M.D. of as of September 2006
| Project Sector | Number of Projects | Project Cost | |||
| Pipelines | 1 | $2,800,000 | |||
| Infrastructure | 2 | $1,580,000 | |||
| Total | 3 | $4,380,000 | |||
| This inventory lists projects in Alberta that have recently been completed, are under construction, or are proposed to start construction. Not all projects are listed due to reasons of confidentiality and/or due to information not being available at the time of printing. Project data is obtained from public information sources, where possible, this data has been verified with the project proponent/developer, users of the Inventory may wish to confirm project data with the proponent/developer. The inventory does not breakdown project expenditures by any given year. The cost of a project is the value of expenditures expected over all phases of project construction, which may span over two or more years. Cost of projects listed in the Inventory are estimated values only. Source: Alberta Economic Development, 2004. | |||||
Value of Projects by Sector (as of September 2006)
| Project Status | Number of Projects | Project Cost | |||
| Completed | 1 | $1,300,000 | |||
| Under Construction | 2 | $3,080,000 | |||
| Total | 3 | $4,380,000 | |||
| This inventory lists projects in Alberta that have recently been completed, are under construction, or are proposed to start construction. Not all projects are listed due to reasons of confidentiality and/or due to information not being available at the time of printing. Project data is obtained from public information sources, where possible, this data has been verified with the project proponent/developer, users of the Inventory may wish to confirm project data with the proponent/developer. The inventory does not breakdown project expenditures by any given year. The cost of a project is the value of expenditures expected over all phases of project construction, which may span over two or more years. Cost of projects listed in the Inventory are estimated values only. Source: Alberta Economic Development, 2004. | |||||
Largest Projects in Northern Lights No. 22, M.D. of as of September 2006
| Company Name | Project Description |
Project Location |
Project Cost |
Construction Schedule |
Status |
| Adament Energy Ltd. | Compressor Station | MD of Northern Lights | $2,800,000 | 2006-2006 | Under Construction |
| MD of Opportunity / Alpac | Access Road - Chippewan Lake | MD of Opportunity (Calling Lake) | $1,300,000 | 2006-2006 | Completed |
| Alberta Sustainable Resource Development | WAREHOUSES (2) & HELIPADS (3) | MD Northern Lights (Manning Airport) | $280,000 | 2006-2006 | Under Construction |
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