TransAlta celebrates history in Wabamun with commemorative donations

 A chapter in the village of Wabamun’s history closed on March 31, 2010, when TransAlta retired the last of four units at the Wabamun power station but our investment in the community continues.

On April 19, 2010, TransAlta announced two donations that will support the community’s vitality and the lives of those living in it. One was to the Village of Wabamun and the other to the Alberta Fish and Game Association Wildlife Trust Fund. These gifts commemorate our history in the community, and signify our appreciation for the relationships that have developed over time with so many important organizations.
Fifty acres of land and $50,000 were donated to the Village of Wabamun. The land will be primarily used for recreational purposes along the lakefront, including the expansion of a multi-use trail system and the money will be invested in the popular Waterfront Park. These donations will help people enjoy what the community has to offer, be active outdoors and connect with the environment.
The Alberta Fish and Game Association’s Wildlife Trust Fund received 19 acres of critical shoreline habitat on Wabamun Lake. The property has one of the largest colonies of western grebes in Alberta. A significant number of other waterfowl also use the site including eared and horned grebes, more than 14 species of dabbling and diving ducks, and Canadian geese. The Wildlife Trust Fund - the oldest habitat land trust in the province - will ensure the environmental and habitat values of the land are maintained for future generations.

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