Beaumont becomes Alberta’s newest city
BEAUMONT, AB — Alberta will welcome its 19th city on January 1.
Beaumont has officially received a city designation by the province on Thursday, following an announcement by Shaye Anderson, the Minister of Municipal Affairs.
“I’m proud to be a part of Beaumont’s vibrant community and to witness its evolution into a thriving city,” said Anderson, who represents the riding of Leduc-Beaumont, in a news release. “Beaumont’s community spirit, its resources, and rich heritage have so much to offer to the Edmonton Metropolitan Region and Alberta.”
“Today’s historic announcement is a momentous milestone for our community,” said Beaumont Mayor John Stewart in a news release. “It provides us with opportunities to attract new residents, businesses, and investment to diversify our tax base and gain more recognition provincially for our community.”