Well over two-thirds of Strathcona County residents reside in the urban centre of Sherwood Park.
With a population of just under 75,000 Sherwood Park has enough people to be Alberta’s seventh largest city, but it retains the status of a hamlet. The Government of Alberta recognizes the Sherwood Park Urban Service Area as equivalent to a city.
Today, residents appreciate the community for its safe neighbourhoods, popular recreation facilities and green space, excellent schools, and high-quality police and ambulance services. Sherwood Park is decidedly an attractive place to live. A testimonial to that fact is that many people born and raised in Sherwood Park are now raising their own families here.
Centre in the Park
Centre in the Park is a newer development in Sherwood Park, nestled in among its more mature neighbourhoods. The development combines local government and municipal services with modern residences, retail services and inviting public spaces. It links to existing amenities such as Broadmoor Lake Park, Festival Place, the Heritage Trail system, businesses and schools. The Community Centre completes this core gathering place for culture, learning, services and celebration. At its core are the Strathcona County Library, and gallery@501.
There has been tremendous growth in Sherwood Park, particularly over the past two decades, evidenced by population statistics, robust housing and retail starts. Sherwood Park residents boast a strong ethic of community and volunteer involvement. Indeed, the future of Sherwood Park promises to be a good one.
Community & families
People are the most important part of this community, and together we thrive. Find out more about programs and services that help engage and empower people of all ages and situations.
