Locating to Morinville
There is a strong sense of community in Morinville. Family, friends, and neighbours practice the values of caring, support, tolerance, and hospitality drawn from Morinville’s English, French, and German heritage.
Many of Morinville’s military families have commented publicly on how the community welcomes them and eases their minds when they are posted overseas. They know that the community will be there for their families by taking the extra step to support them. The Edmonton Garrison is proving to be one of the largest employers in Morinville, and the Town is proud that many soldiers and their families choose our community. A short 15 minute commute from the Town, the Canadian Forces base is one of the new generation super-bases resulting from the consolidation of the military across Canada. In a short six years the military element has become an integral part of the community’s fibre.
At the same time, developers and urbanites have recognized Morinville's strengths as a viable and enjoyable commute to downtown Edmonton or to the International Airport via Anthony Henday Drive - the ring road around the City.
Morinville’s enviable French/English public school system, quality parks, recreation facilities, trails system and abundance of community clubs and organizations address a broad spectrum of ages, interests and lifestyle choices. The hustle and bustle of the city can be left behind for the more leisurely pace of Morinville.
With a population of over 7,600, Morinville boasts a healthy business and service community to support its residents. Some of these include: Sturgeon County offices, a community health centre, a provincial building, an RCMP detachment, and professional, retail and food service businesses.