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Located at the base of the Rocky Mountain Foothills on the banks of the scenic Red Deer River, the Town of Sundre is an attractive base for business and recreational activities. It is 40 km (25 miles) west of Olds, 130 km (80 miles) northwest of Calgary and 100 km (62 miles) southwest of Red Deer. The Bow Crow Forest Reserve - a haven for recreationalists and camera buffs - is a short drive west. It is here that the Forestry Trunk Road connects tourists to a wealth of experiences and adventures involving pristine lakes, tumbling waterfalls and abundant wildlife.
Sundre is a thriving town of 2,267 persons, providing all of the advantages of "small town living" plus the benefits of the progressive development of a growing population. Sundre is easily accessible by two major highways and two secondary highways, which are all paved and in good to excellent condition. The Sundre Airport has a 4,285 foot paved lighted runway, a modern terminal and nine hangars. The airport has also a helicopter pad. The nearest commercial and air freight services are at Calgary International Airport. With an airport, access to bus service, and numerous trucking and courier companies, transportation to and from Sundre is very convenient.
The recreational opportunities in and around Sundre are a kaleidoscope of facilities, events and activities. Whether on water or on land, individual or team sports, summer or winter, spring or fall, Sundre has it all. For more information about our community, please visit us the Town of Sundre website at www.sundre.com.
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The area has a well-rounded climate, due in part to its proximity to the mountains, and the frequent warm Chinook winds blowing from the west. Each changing season brings its own delights for nature lovers and for the pursuit of recreational activities.
Sundre is well-served with public educational facilities. Special and advanced education needs are met through the many nearby institutions catering to various educational requirements, including Olds College, just 20 minutes east. Sundre has a full range of health facilities available, including a modern, 13-bed hospital with a Long Term Care wing and 5 doctors. Other medical services available in Sundre include a chiropractor, dentist, Mental Health Services, family physicians and two medical clinics. Massage Therapy Services are available through private practitioners.