Located on the narrows between North and South Wabasca Lakes, Wabasca-Desmarais serves as the headquarters for the Municipal District of Opportunity and Bigstone Cree Nation, as well as for some provincial government area-offices. As the largest hamlet in the District of Opportunity, Wabasca is sheltered by the majestic North and South Wabasca Lakes. With a population of 3,300 split between MD residents and Bigstone Cree Nation members, the area is rich with culture mixed with small-town leisurely charm.
Source: www.mdopportunity.ab.ca/p/wabasca-desmarais
Predominant Language: English and Cree
Nearest Town/City: Slave Lake
Services: Wabasca- Desmarais Municipal District of Opportunity Office, Riverside Convenience, Marian Wolitski Arena, Wabasca Community Hall, Northern Lakes College - Stony Point Campus, Atoske Action Group, Archery Club, Garden Club, Eagle Cry Youth Council, Wabasca/Desmarais Minor Hockey, Reviving Culture Arts Society, Rodeo Association, Wabasca Police Cadets and Wabasca Cross-Country Ski Club.
Recreation: Fishing, hunting, hiking, kayaking, baseball, hockey, basketball, volleyball, cross-country skiing, tennis and archery.
Attractions: North Wabasca Lake, South Wabasca Lake, Eagle Point Golf Couse, fishing derbies, Lakeview Sports Centre, Water World and Fitness Centre, David Starr Park, George Stoll Recreation Grounds, Sam G’s Park. Fisherman’s Wharf, Strawberry Lake Playground, Lloyd C. Yellowknee Memorial Park, Cardinal Point Playground and tennis courts.
Banking: Alberta Treasury Branch in Wabasca-Desmarais.
Media: The Fever newspaper, 89.9 FM CFWE Radio and 94.3 FM Boom.
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