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From Tank #77 to Taber

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Cornfest

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Canada’s Premiere Food Corridor

Pheasant Festival Parks & Facilities

Taber’s Table

A Taste of Taber

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Dog Friendly Activities

Trail Map Trout Pond

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Aquafun Centre

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Camping

Municipal Park

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From Tank #77 to Taber Taber started as Tank #77 in the late 1800s, where homesteaders and Mormons settled

reinvigorated itself through extensive irrigation development. While crops grew without fear of drought, the agricultural economy grew to what we see today. From mining to crops, and oil in the 1930s, the economy became less reliant on agriculture as its sole economic driver. Agricultural and oil and gas industries created a stable economy within the community. And today, families of all ages gather at sunny city parks, attend lively festivals, indulge in local cuisine, and create memories in a place that was once identified as a number.

from the United States. A little hamlet located alongside the railway, with the main economy being coal mining. It was when the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) established a post office, the name was changed to Tabor. However, the paperwork returned with the name spelt ‘Taber’. Incorporated on July 1, 1907, the hamlet in Southeast Alberta officially became Taber. Taber thrived on coal mining, but by 1913 the industry dramatically declined. Throughout the 1920s, Taber’s economy

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Feeding the world.

No other region in Canada has more potential food business partners, research capabilities and investment opportunities. Coupled with superior infrastructure and accessibility to major railways, highways, inland ports and US markets - Canada’s Premier Food Corridor is the premier choice to do business.

Superior irrigation 4,470 farms 65+ specialty crops 11,000+ businesses 4.2M ACRES OF FARMLAND

No PST No payroll tax No health care premiums Low land costs $8B ANNUAL GDP

North of US border $207M transport / warehouse sector 215 businesses 3,250 employees 342K PEOPLE SERVED

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Young and talented labour workforce Multiple R&D companies working to support innovation & sustainable growth

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Taber’s Table

In 2023, Taber’s Table celebrated and featured the incredible agri-food industry that’s abundant in the Southeast Alberta region. Guests were treated to new delights from 24 local vendors, including ostrich kofta, crispy whiskey pork belly, earl grey-infused ice cream, and home grown triticale sourdough bread. Over 70 different types of crops are grown in the region, and thousands of recipes are made using them. Have a seat at Taber’s Table in July 2024, for a truly wonderful culinary event in downtown Taber. www.taber.ca/taberstable Hosted by the Joint Economic Development Committee

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Cattlemen’s Chophouse

A Taste of Taber

A-1 Pizza Unlimited toppings on a full pizza or by the slice. Dine in, or ask for free delivery anywhere in Taber. 5217 48 Ave. Bamboo House The newest addition to the dining scene. It features a beautiful, modern dining area that’s perfect for savouring a variety of signature Chinese dishes. 5215 47 Ave.

Cattlemen’s Chophouse Where food begins with fresh ingredients from local ranchers and farmers, and where the motto is, ‘never settle for less than Alberta’s best’. 5227 48 Ave. Coulee Café Passionate about creating a place where family, friends, and community comes together through sharing food, Coulee Café sources quality ingredients, creates local partnerships, and encour

ages connection across the table. 4110 Westview Place, 2nd Floor

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The Mediterranean Grill

The Loft

Hong Kong Restaurant A beloved Chinese restaurant in town, renowned for its lunch and dinner buffets. Guests enjoy exceptional service and consistently fresh food, thanks to regularly replenished buffet trays. The restaurant holds the charm of classic small-town Alberta Chinese cuisine. 5414 46 Ave. Indian Pan Flame The Indian Pan Flame team present India to its guests with a fresh new look, creative menu, and offers a blend of contemporary and traditional favourites. 5401 50 Ave. Luigi’s Pizza In the food and beverage industry since 1997, Sam and Sandra Halabi took ownership of Luigi’s Pizza in 2011. Each carefully crafted dish and warm smile carries the mark of a family that loves running this local business. 5036 46 Ave.

The Loft A chic, all-in-one space featuring a coffee shop, clothing boutique, and facial and salon services. 5111 47 Ave. The Mediterranean Grill foods are also featured on the menu, like burgers and poutine. The chicken shawarma is marinated for 24 hours, and made using their 45-year-old recipe. 5011 47 Ave. Oilmen’s Club Taphouse & Grill Enjoy sports on the big screens while relish ing in good times, great food, and a welcom ing neighbourhood pub experience in Taber. 5335 48 Ave. Palace Bar Authentic donairs, shawarma, and falafel, with salads and rice combos. Western-style

The Palace Bar is a beloved local hotspot, serving the community for generations. It features VLTs and an attached, locally-owned liquor store. 5303 47 Ave.

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Find More Food Taco Time | 5307 50 Ave. A&W | 5015 47 Ave. McDonald’s | 4922 46 Ave. Pizza Hut | 5324 49 Ave. Pizza 73 | 5326 48 Ave. KFC | 5002 47 Ave. Panago Pizza | 5003 47 Ave. Dairy Queen | 6050 46 Ave. Tim Hortons | 6200 46 Ave. Wendy’s | 6200 46 Ave. Boston Pizza | 6200 46 Ave. Smitty’s | 5750B 46 Ave. Subway | 5306 48 Ave.

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Rancho Viejo A popular small Mexican restaurant known for its Asada fries. The diverse menu offers a mix of authentic Mexican dishes and Western favourites. They offer dine-in, take-out, or delivery. 5301 50 Ave. Seasons Café & Eatery Located inside Heritage Inn, Seasons Cafe & Eatery offers a full menu of hot and cold meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Boxed lunches are also available for those on the go. 4830 46 Ave. Wok & Roll A chinese restaurant with a menu full of options, from chop suey, to chow mein, and stir fried specials. Orders can also be made based on the number of people in the group. 4720 51 St. Yume Sushi Taber A delicious spot featuring sushi, dim sum, sashimi, soups and salads, and so much more. Order a combo or a party tray for your group. 5114 46 Ave.

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“The community is so incredibly inviting for newcomers and supporting locals is definitely a vibe here. We try to bring the big city to our town, by offering unique, one of a kind items, the best products, the best service and a consistent experience, every single visit.” -Mallory Smith, owner of The Loft 9

Trail Map for Taber Municipal Park and Area

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Trout Pond

The Trout Pond is a space where residents and visitors enjoy the local landscape alongside many activities. The pond is fully-stocked with Silver Steelhead Trout for fishing, and the green space around it has paved trails, campsites, seasonal washrooms, and a large parking lot with paved accessible parking. In 2017, the Town of Taber and a number of organizations revitalized the area to create a new recreation facility for the community to enjoy. 3200 Trout Pond Ave. West on 56th Ave. and West Trail Extension

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Municipal Park Nestled along the serene banks of the Oldman River, Taber Municipal Park and Campground offers a beautiful escape into nature. Boasting a wide array of amenities, there’s sand-volleyball, horseshoe pits, a playground, disc golf course, amphitheatre, and baseball diamond. The close proximity to Taber Coulee Trail System is perfect for hiking and mountain biking, while water enthusiasts can paddle, fish, or swim along the Oldman River’s tranquil shores. At the campground, there are spacious, shaded pull-through and back-in campsites, or lush, grassy tent areas with nearby washrooms. Complimentary firewood invites you to gather around the campfire and create unforgettable memories. Whether you’re planning an intimate family outing, a group adventure, a memorable wedding, or simply seeking a solo escape to reconnect with nature, Taber Municipal

Park and Campground is the ideal destination to bask in the great outdoors. Make cherished memories with loved ones in this breathtaking natural haven. Discover a diverse range of recreational activities and pristine facilities spread across the expansive 60-acre property Ҋ Playground Ҋ Trails Ҋ Baseball Diamond Ҋ Sand-Volleyball Ҋ Horseshoe Pits Ҋ Disc Golf Course Ҋ Amphitheatre Ҋ Outdoor Skating (December to March) Ҋ Tobogganing (Winter Season) Ҋ Weekend Security

101046 HWY 864, Taber, Alberta

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Cornfest

August 22-24, 2024 The largest free, family-friendly festival in Western Canada Every second last weekend in August, people visit Taber in large numbers from near and far for Cornfest. A two-day festival that features live music and entertainment, thrilling fireworks, food trucks, a chili cook off, amusement park, car show, and Taber corn. Famous from coast to coast, Taber and District Chamber of Commerce host the annual event to celebrate the well-loved vegetable. At Confederation Park, many family-friendly activities are complemented with buttery corn on the cob, grown right in Taber, Alberta, the Corn Capital of Canada.

There is also a corn stuffing contest, corn eating contest, and corn tasting contest. Taber’s long hot sunny summer days result in a much sweeter corn than most other varieties, and is sold at corn stands across Alberta. A Farmer’s Market rule guide that says anyone who advertises their corn as “Taber Corn” needs to provide proof. Hosted by Taber and District Chamber of Commerce. 50 Ave. / 50 St. Taber Cornfest is the largest free, family-friendly festival in Western Canada, thanks to the generosity of the sponsors.

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Annual Events June 3-9 Seniors Week June 15

Kids Can Catch Every Thursday June – September Weekly Farmers’ Markets July 1 Canada Day Celebrations July 19 Taber’s Table July 25-27 Cornstock ‘24 August 9 Movie In The Park August 22-24, 2024 Taber Cornfest August 24 Cornfest Fun Run October 19-26 Taber Pheasant Festival October 31 Community Halloween Party November Veterans Banner Project

Pheasant Festival

October 19–26, 2024 Canada’s largest hunting festival. This side of Alberta bridges together the hunting lifestyle and the importance of habitat, conservation, and partnership. The award-winning Taber Pheasant Festival provides participants with pheasant hunting opportunities and a culinary experience. What to expect: Ҋ 5,100 pheasants Ҋ Reserved hunting sites Ҋ Novice shoot Ҋ Game to Gourmet culinary event Ҋ Scotch and wings night Ҋ Banquet and silent auction Ҋ Harvest Your Own: Tips and Tasters event Ҋ Free Town of Taber lunch (one day)

December 7 All I Want for Christmas Market

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Investment Incentives

Customizable Land

Center for Agrifood Center of Canada’s Premier Food Corridor A hub for agrifood & associated businesses 200 acres of land located on Highway 36 Direct access to Highway 3 corridor

New Investment Incentive Tax Bylaw in place Grants municipal tax exemptions for five years

Workforce Access

A young, educated workforce demographic Immigration Program accesses talent worldwide

Parks & Facilities

Confederation Park The 11-acre span of land is perfect for picnics, and features tennis courts, baseball diamonds, a skatepark, spray park, gazebo bandstand, and an arts and crafts centre. This central site is famous for Canada Day festivities, Cornfest (read more on page 14), and many other community events. Corner of 50th St. & 50th Ave. Ken McDonald Sports Complex An outdoor facility with four baseball diamonds, two soccer pitches, and a field that can be used for soccer, football, or rugby. 5190 80 Ave. Taber Motorsports Park With both a large challenging track for experienced riders and a less challenging track for those learning, the space was designed with families in mind. 104079 HWY 36, Alberta

Taber Golf Club The 18-hole course provides an excellent set ting for a round of golf. Visit the 3 Under Par restaurant in the morning for breakfast, or fill up on salads and sandwiches after a game. 4909 44 St. Vauxhall Golf Club

An affordable nine-hole course that is challenging and fun for all skill levels, and just a short road trip from Taber. Township Rd 130, Vauxhall, Alberta Community Centre

Home to two ice arenas, a curling rink, and an auditorium, this indoor facility also includes space for meetings and event hosting. 4720 50 St. 17

Dog Friendly Activities The Taber Off Leash Dog Park is a fully enclosed green space featuring agility

A dog wash is available at: Pet Valu 5005 47 Ave. Pet owners can find Veterinary Clinics at: Taber Pet Clinic 403-223-2474 6212 54 Ave 24 Hour Emergency Pet Hospital 403-320-5200 (Lethbridge)

equipment, benches, trees, and a gravel path that goes around the entire park. There is a water and waste station. The Town of Taber developed Taber Off Leash Dog Park for the use and enjoyment of people and their dogs. Pet owners are responsible for any injuries or damages caused by dogs under their control and must clean up after dogs in their control. Trout Pond Road, Taber

Directions: Along Highway 864, before the Municipal District Park Area, turn right next to the Trout Pond. There is an open parking lot.

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Aquafun Centre The Aquafun Centre is one of the finest and most varied aquatic leisure facilities in Southern Alberta. The family-friendly facility features a 200 foot waterslide, children’s play lagoon, hot tub, rapids channel, sauna, and steam room. It utilizes a new technology and innovation that uses a salt system as an alternative method of disinfecting the water, so swimmers can enjoy the three pools with reduced eye irritation. Join us in Southern Alberta, and swim all year long. 4700 50 St.

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Camping

Taber Trout Pond Campground A bustling area for fishing, strolling the trails, and kayaking. This beautiful prairie campground is located a few kilometres west of Taber. See page 12 for more details. Ken McDonald Memorial Sports Complex Campground An excellent place to stay for your next Taber tournament. It was recently opened with lush green grass and a playground, along with washroom and shower facilities. All 16 sites have 15amp power available.

Taber Municipal Park In a beautiful, lush river valley, find 84 sites with 30amp power, two overnight group use areas, a one day use area available by reservation, a shower house, washrooms, camp kitchens, potable water, free firewood, and sewage disposal. See page 13 for more details. Grassy Lake Campground Pair your camping experience with playgrounds, baseball diamonds, leisure trails, and horseshoe pits. Grassy Lake Campground has 29 campsites available, eight with 30amp power and 21 with 14amp power, and is equipped with day use shelters, washrooms, pay showers, potable water, and sewage disposal. 32 kilometres East of Taber

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Enchant Park While you camp, play a game of baseball at the diamond or a friendly round at the horseshoe pits. Explore the trails, climb the playground, relax at the beach, fish the lake, or have a picnic at the shelters. Open year-round, find over 170 sites, with 15 and 30amp power, two group sites with power, and four group use areas without power. Potable water, washrooms, pay showers, laundromat, and sewage disposal is available at the campground. 46 kilometres Northwest of Taber Grand Forks Campground Bring your fishing gear, because this camp ground features fishing spots and a natural boat launch. Camp kitchens, group use areas, and outhouse toilets are also available. 46 kilometres Northeast of Taber Hays Campground Pack your golf gear, Hays Campground has a pitch & putt. After a friendly game, head on the trails, enjoy a picnic at the shelters, or stay warm by the fire with the free firewood offered. Nearby, fish at Scope Dam or golf at Rolling Hills. Amenities include potable water, pit toilets, and a large green space. There are eight power stalls, with tent camping sites available. 58 kilometres Northeast of Taber Vauxhall Lions Campground With many spots for activities, from mini golf, to soccer fields, baseball diamonds, horseshoe pits, and playgrounds, you can also find two kitchens, group camping areas, picnic shelter, free showers, potable water, and flush toilets. A campground hosting 25 stalls, with 20 and 30amp power. 37.3 kilometres North of Taber

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Grand Forks Campground

Hotels & Motels Econo Lodge Hotel Taber

403-223-891 | 5302 46 Ave. Super 8 by Wyndham Taber 403-223-8181 | 5700 46 Ave. Heritage Inn & Convention Centre 403-223-4424 | 4830 46 Ave. Taber Motel 403-223-4411 | 5402 46 Ave. Royal Hotel 403-223-2234 | 5302 49 Ave. Palace Hotel 403-223-2270 | 5303 47 Ave.

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1 Confederation Park AquaFun Centre Taber Gaming Center 2 3 4 5 6 Recreation Root to Rise Yoga Extreme Training Taber Gymnastics Fitness Club

1 Panago KFC The Mediterranean Grill A&W Wok & Roll The Loft A-1 Pizza Bamboo House Cattleman’s Chophouse Subway Rancho Viejo Taco Time Pizza 73 Pizza Hut Oilmen’s Club Taphouse & Grill Indian Pan Flame 2 3 4 5 6 Restaurants 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

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The Loft Johnson’s Drugs

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The Health Connection Mark’s Work Warehouse Tattoo Parlor Moonlite Graphics MCC Thrift Shop Taber Public Library