431 km northwest of Edmonton & 190 km south of Grande Prairie
Agriculture, forestry, oil & gas, and tourism
Approximately 3,671 residents
Kindergarten to grade 12
In the northernmost reaches of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains, the community of Grande Cache rests on a subalpine plateau. Flanked by three valleys, the Smoky and Sulphur rivers merge at Sulphur Gates, north of town, with Victor Lake and Grande Cache Lake to the south. With the mountains rising up around you and water coursing through craggy canyons, it seems as if nature itself beckons you to come outside and explore.
An excellent hub for outdoor adventure, you might head off on foot, mountain bike, horseback, ATV or snowmobile to play among the peaks. Spy waterfalls or step through the dramatically named Crack of Doom as you start your adventure. The waterways are a draw for anglers, canoers, kayakers, rafters, and other boaters.
You may glimpse wildlife like deer, elk, bears, mountain goats, and birds of prey, and can find evidence of residents roaming the area over 65 million years ago – dinosaur tracks! The area near Grande Cache features thousands of footprints left behind by the “Terrible lizards,” and is now a protected historical site.
Residents of Grande Cache have access to the essential amenities and services for modern living. There’s a recreation centre, country club, and a full calendar of community events for all ages, stages, and interests. Whether you are interested in organized sports, theatre, music, or visual arts, or just want the opportunity to connect and socialize with like-minded people, you can find it here.
Learn more about living and working in Grande Cache on the municipality’s website, Facebook, Instagram, or X page.
AHS provides a wide range of healthcare services to residents of Grande Cache and the area. The Grande Cache Community Health Complex is the main hospital and provides 24 hour emergency services, acute care, continuing care, and acts as a hub for home care services. Laboratory, diagnostic imaging, physiotherapy and occupational therapy services collaborate throughout the stages of patient care to ensure.
Other facilities in Grande Cache provide health programs, such as public health, parent and child programs, immunization, and addiction and mental health services.
Regardless of the location, teamwork is an essential part of working in Grande Cache. You’ll find a supportive team of people who emphasize building strong relationships, not just among colleagues, but with the patients, clients, and their families that they serve.
The Grande Cache team has been known to bring some fun and fellowship into their work life by sharing potluck lunches, a Christmas party and gift exchange, summer barbecue, or birthday cake exchanges throughout the year. Outside of work, many are actively involved in the community, taking part in sports or the various local organizations, and of course, getting outdoors! In their downtime, they take advantage of their gorgeous natural surroundings and go hiking, camping, or fishing to recharge.
If you are a team-oriented individual who enjoys connecting with others and adores the outdoors, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.
Video courtesy of the Rural Health Professions Action Plan (RhPAP)
