Upcoming Events
Dec 04ACE Award and Volunteer Recognition
Dec 04PARADE OF LIGHTS
Dec 05Christmas Craft and Trade Fair
JulCentral High Reunion
Welcome to Killam
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A thriving town in east-central Alberta with a population of 1,019, Killam combines a modern urban lifestyle with the traditional values of a rural community.
Location
Killam is situated at the junction of two major highways, #13 the alternate to the Yellowhead extending east and west, and #36 extending north and south.
Highway #36 was selected as an appropriate highway to remember Alberta Veterans because it runs most of the length of the province for 626 kilometers from Warner to Lac La Biche. A total of 82 trailblazer signs have been erected, while the existing Highway #36 signs will remain. Approximately 2,500 vehicles travel the Veterans Memorial Highway each day.
Economy
In addition to serving the travelling public, economic activity revolves around the agriculture and oil and gas industries.
Killam area farms produce all the major grain and livestock varieties. Equipment dealers, welding shops, and mechanics work closely with area farmers to keep the industry growing.
Community Amenities
A regional service centre, Killam boasts a full compliment of community amenities. Leading the way are the active treatment and auxiliary hospital, public school (K-9), (with a k-12 school just a five minute drive away with busses available for senior high residents living in the area [bused from KPS Mon-Fri]), RCMP detachment, medical professionals, large drug store and grocery store, recreation and senior citizens facilities.
Killam residents are particularly proud of their parks and leisure facilities. The sports grounds featuring 4 ball diamonds, an 800 seat Community Centre, and the Killam Agriplex with its indoor swimming pool, artificial ice arena, bowling alley, fitness room, multipurpose room and concession are well used by citizens and visitors.
Motels, hotels, restaurants, and camping facilities provide excellent care to their guests, and with these facilities becoming regular stopping places for frequent travellers.