Located just 5 kms. west of Spruce Grove is the Town of Stony Plain. It is Parkland County's best kept secret of a jewel in the rough. Although it only has a population of just under 18,000 people, it is close enough to all the major amenities and is part of the Tri-Municipal Regional Plan, and shares the benefits of the encompassing partners, City of Spruce Grove, Town of Stony Plain, and Parkland County.
Stony Plain began as a settlement known as Dogrump Creek back in 1881 and later on in 1892 was renamed to Stony Plain in reference to the Indigenous people of the area being called the Stoney People.
Today you can see many of the murals on the walls of the local buildings telling the story of early life in the town.
Many different cultures are represented in the make-up of this town, as evidenced by the array of different store-fronts and businesses.
Located throughout the town are many fantastic murals depicting local events and times from the past. Their colorful visions whisk you back in time to simpler days and present reminders of the earlier days in the history of the town and it's people.
As you stroll along the streets of the town, you can't help but admire the exquisite artistry that went into the making of these grand murals. They simply must be seen to be fully appreciated.
One simply cannot overlook the sheer joy and peaceful tranquility of strolling through any one of the number of public parks and walking paths situated throughout the town. Whether walking, cycling, or strolling with your favorite pets, there is ample opportunity to get out and meet your fellow enthusiasts or chat with neighbors and friends while enjoying the benefits of fresh clean air while getting your daily dose of exercise. See you soon!!
Stony Plain has numerous high quality schools in the area as well as in the surrounding Spruce Grove & outlying neighborhoods.
• Public • Grades K-9
• 603 students
• Public • Grades K-6
• 229 students
• French Immersion • Grades K-9
• 724 students
• Catholic • Grades K-8
• Public • Grades K-9
• 532 students
• Public • Grades 1-12
• 1033 students
• Public • Grades 10-12
• 1260 students