Redcliff, Alberta

Redcliff is a town of 4,372 (2001) people located north of Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada.

Origins

Industry

The primary industries that support the local economy relate to the Oil and Gas Sectors and the climate in Southern Alberta.

There are many businesses in and around Redcliff that provide services to the Oil and Natural Gas industries from well drilling to the laying of pipelines.

Due to the quantity of cheap and abundant natural gas reserves plus being known as one of the sunniest places in Canada -- a flourishing greenhouse industry has grown-up in an around Redcliff. Greenhouse products include vegetables (peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers) and plants including trees.

In the past, Redcliff was known for the production of glass, brick and pottery products.

Recreation

Schools

Redcliff has three schools located within the town serving children from grades kindergarden to grade 9. They are:

Isabel F. Cox Elementary School (kindergarden - grade 3) Margaret Wooding Elementary School (grades 4-6) Parkside Junior High School (grades 7-9)

High school students (grades 10-12) are bused to Eagle Butte High School in Dunmore.

External Links

Redcliff's official webpage.

Town of Redcliff official homepage