Life is Good in Devon
Housing
Recent housing developments include the Fairfax Lane Town House development, consisting of 69 multi-family units and 7 single family lots. The Ravines of Devon residential subdivision is located on the south-eastern portion of Devon adjacent to the beautiful river valley park system. Highpoint Gardens is a new duplex adult development next to the Medical Clinic and Hospital. Future developments include expansion of the residential sector on the west side of Highway 60, as well as Phase 2 of the Ravines of Devon.
Recreation
Devon has a wide variety of recreation facilities and opportunities including golf, camping, a large trail system and water activities. New features added in 2008 include a Splash Park, Voyageur Park and additions to the Skateboard Park.
Education
Black Gold Regional School District # 118
- Robina Baker Elementary School
Tel: 780.987.3705
- Riverview Middle School
Tel: 780.987.2204
- John Maland High School
Tel: 780.987.3709
There is also a full range of education and extracurricular activities available including;
Playschool, Kindergarten and Day Care facilities.
- Public Library: 1 – Suite 101A, 17 Athabasca Avenue.
A wide selection of Further Education Courses are available.
Evergreen Catholic Separate Regional Division #2
- Holy Spirit Catholic School
Tel: 780.987.5730
Private School
- Devon Christian School
Tel: 780.987.4157
Higher Education Resources
Post-secondary education is available at the University of Alberta, Northern Alberta Institute of Technology [NAIT], Grant MacEwan University, Concordia University, Kings College; all located just a short distance away in Edmonton.
Health
- Devon General Hospital provides acute, emergency and long-term care services.
- Other professional services include a health unit, dental offices, chiropractors, optometrist, ambulance service, medical clinics, acupuncture, physiotherapy, laboratory, metabolic & radiology services.
Social Services
- Family and Community Support Services (FCSS)
- Senior Home Care, Meals on Wheels and others.
- Family Living and Resources Everyday (FLARE) Family programs and referrals.
Emergency Services:
Fire Protection
- Modern Fire hall
- Volunteer staff (Excellent protection provided to Devon and district)
- Industrial/Commercial Insurance Classification - 1
Police Protection
- RCMP Detachment – providing services to the Town of Devon only
- Peace Officer - providing services relating to bylaw and traffic enforcement
Life is Good in Devon
Housing
Recent housing developments include the Fairfax Lane Town House development, consisting of 69 multi-family units and 7 single family lots. The Ravines of Devon residential subdivision is located on the south-eastern portion of Devon adjacent to the beautiful river valley park system. Highpoint Gardens is a new duplex adult development next to the Medical Clinic and Hospital. Future developments include expansion of the residential sector on the west side of Highway 60, as well as Phase 2 of the Ravines of Devon.
Recreation
Devon has a wide variety of recreation facilities and opportunities including golf, camping, a large trail system and water activities. New features added in 2008 include a Splash Park, Voyageur Park and additions to the Skateboard Park.
Education
Black Gold Regional School District # 118
- Robina Baker Elementary School
Tel: 780.987.3705
- Riverview Middle School
Tel: 780.987.2204
- John Maland High School
Tel: 780.987.3709
There is also a full range of education and extracurricular activities available including;
Playschool, Kindergarten and Day Care facilities.
- Public Library: 1 – Suite 101A, 17 Athabasca Avenue.
A wide selection of Further Education Courses are available.
Evergreen Catholic Separate Regional Division #2
- Holy Spirit Catholic School
Tel: 780.987.5730
Private School
- Devon Christian School
Tel: 780.987.4157
Higher Education Resources
Post-secondary education is available at the University of Alberta, Northern Alberta Institute of Technology [NAIT], Grant MacEwan University, Concordia University, Kings College; all located just a short distance away in Edmonton.
Health
- Devon General Hospital provides acute, emergency and long-term care services.
- Other professional services include a health unit, dental offices, chiropractors, optometrist, ambulance service, medical clinics, acupuncture, physiotherapy, laboratory, metabolic & radiology services.
Social Services
- Family and Community Support Services (FCSS)
- Senior Home Care, Meals on Wheels and others.
- Family Living and Resources Everyday (FLARE) Family programs and referrals.
Emergency Services:
Fire Protection
- Modern Fire hall
- Volunteer staff (Excellent protection provided to Devon and district)
- Industrial/Commercial Insurance Classification - 1
Police Protection
- RCMP Detachment – providing services to the Town of Devon only
- Peace Officer - providing services relating to bylaw and traffic enforcement