Empress is a well equipped village with services to provide residents and
tourists with just about everything.
Playground
Campground along the river
Camp facilities for crew workers
Airport
Library
Medical
Education
Fire department
Churches
Curling arena
Hockey and skating
arena
Tennis court
Baseball diamonds
Friendship center
Community hall
Playground
The Centennial Park playground has:
- a wading pool
- a large swing set
- multi-function jungle gym
- fire engine playhouse
- picnic area
- barbecues
- picnic shelter
- room to run and play
- suitable for large or small family gatherings,
- church and group picnics
Campground along the river (Peter
Fiddler Park)
From the back packing camper to the RV enthusiast Peter Fidler Park is a camp
ground with full hook ups, and tent sites.
Situated along the Red Deer river the scenery is beautiful. Don't be too startled
by the wayward mule deer as they pass through the park. In the evening you
can relax to the call of the coyote. The park has shower facilities.
Camp facilities for crew workers
Empress has a camp facility for crew workers who stay in the area. The site
is located in town behind the Agridome. In the spring the facility fills up
fast with workers bringing their homes on wheels.
If you're working in the area for a season at one of the many gas plants,
or another large scale project, this facility is well equipped with full trailer
hook ups and sanitary dumping stations. Conveniently situated within walking
distance of the downtown services and businesses.
The Empress municipal airport has a paved landing strip, large enough to land commercial aircraft. Although scheduled flights do not come and go from here.
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The landing strip is used for MediVac emergency service from Medicine Hat. The Airport is also used by local flying enthusiasts and fixed wing aircraft also frequent the area, whether flying in for a coffee at the restaurant, or coming in for a hunting excursion, the airport facility is an active place. |
Close to Highway 41
Loomis Courier
Canada Post
Trucking Firm - Highway #9 Express
The local library is a part of the Marigold system offering a huge variety and selection of books. Hours of operation are:
Tuesday 1 - 5 pm 1
Wednesday 1 - 5 pm
Thursday 1 - 5 pm
The Library has Cap-Aplen internet service which is available to the
public, or link to cap.ic.gc.ca
The Library is linked to most Libraries in Alberta for fast book requests
via computer
Emergencies Call 911
Emergency Medical Responders (EMR's)
Doctor travels to Empress one day per week.
Oyen
Doctor Clinic - Lab/Xray - Community Health Care Units, Mental Health Services
Warren Peers School - Acadia Valley
Bindloss School - Bindloss
South Central High School - Oyen
Big Country Adult Learning - Oyen
Fire department (call 911)
The Empress fire department is operated by volunteer support. Serving the
village and the surrounding area, the fire department is equipped with two
trucks and various other fire fighting equipment.
Fire Chief - Mike Prosser
Utilities
DIrect Energy - 1-888-420-3181
Dry Country Gas - 403-664-3646
Telus - 310-2255
Empress has several churches, some are no longer holding services, however the beautiful buildings are still standing
Saint Mary's Anglican church was originally built in 1914 and remains standing in much the same shape as it was back then, complete with the bell and outhouse.
Saint Paul's Lutheran church is also a part of the history of Empress. In 1999 the church held its last service, but the building still stands as a reminder of days gone by.
The Church of the Infant Jesus Roman Catholic church. Also known as Nativity Catholic Church, holds regular mass in Empress. This building also offers a peek into the past, with its steeple rising above the roof tops of Empress. Situated on the west end of town up on the hill, be sure to attend mass when you come for a visit.
Evensong Church - 565-2269
The Empress McNeill Memorial United Church is located on the main street of Empress. Sunday morning the parking lot fills with worshippers attending services on a regular basis. Associated with the United Churches of Canada.
For information please contact the Pastor.
Hank Liphuysen..........(403) 565-2221
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Family Worship Center is a Pentecostal Assembly that meets regularly on Sunday mornings. Located in the northeastern corner of Empress. Family Worship Center has a regular attendance of approximately 75 people. The Family Worship Center is very active during the week as well, holding Bible Studies, Boys and Girls club and services on special occasions. An active part of the Empress village and community, Family Worship Center is a Pentecostal Assembly Of Canada (PAOC) Church. For information please contact one of the board members of the assembly. 565-3877
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The Agridome is a busy place in the winter. Curling is held through out the week as teams compete to be the winning rink. The curling arena has an ice surface throughout the winter, and in the summer for the July bonspiel.
The hockey arena has ice in when the weather allows for it. Often you will find a game of pick up going on our some children with their parents just enjoying the skating.
Tennis court
The tennis court is available throughout the summer season. The court has
a concrete playing surface and high fence.
Basket Ball is also played in the same court. But not at the same time,
as tennis.
Baseball diamonds are located at the Peter Fiddler Park. Be sure to bring the bat and ball while you stay at the park.
Friendship Center is a place for the seniors to get together. Meetings are usually held on Friday night. Regular scheduled activities take place at the Center. Check the coming events page for dates.