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OUR HISTORY

Land surveyor discovers abundant local coal deposits

Population influx warrants a post office and store

Incorporated as a village

Received Town Status

Coal mine opens near the west bank of the Sheep

River

To be Arnoldville (after local postmaster), or

Black Diamond? Highly debated, it was settled as

they did back then…drawing from a hat.

Fire destroys most of the downtown core, buildings from nearby abandoned settlements moved to

Black Diamond

Historical downtown plaque series

commemorates our history on heritage

buildings

Late 1800s 1907 1907 1929 1949 1956 20021899

A safe, small, and welcoming communityWell positioned for Commercial and Industrial growth

• Water infrastructure improvements to existing commercial and developable lands to be completed Spring 2021

• Close to major transportation routes• Professional units ready and available• Fibre optic internet coverage

Thriving and prospering through:• Energetic local population and business community• Development activity in Calgary’s south fringe• Tourism partnership with Foothills Tourism

• Community of 2,700• Average Household Income of $75K• Steady Annual Growth Rate of 3.3%

• Outpacing Calgary/Provincial since 2006

• Average dwelling value of $320K• Median monthly shelter costs are 25% below• Provincial levels (cost of living advantage)• 27% larger average residential lot size

BLACK DIAMOND TODAY

Personality - Welcoming, affordable, and family orientated.

Match Type - Outdoor enthusiasts, young families, 1st time home buyers, seniors.

Hobbies - Building community spirit with residents and eclectic business personalities, throwing cool events.

Location - Best of both worlds. Little bit city, little bit country.

Future - Bright and Sustainable - Annexation of 800 acres, completion of SW Calgary ring road.

OUR COMMUNITY

“Committed to environmentalstewardship and protecting it’snatural setting”

“A forward thinking community that celebrates heritage while building for a sustainable future.”

OUR COMMUNITY“Open spaces, friendly faces, and

authentic places.”

“Creative Black Diamond, nurtures the Creative spirits,

Arts, Naturals, Makers…”

OUR COMMUNITY - AMENITIES

Oilfields General HospitalFoothills Family Medical CentreVarious Alternative Health & Medicine2 Pharmacies

High SchoolElementary SchoolChild Day Care FacilitiesSheep River Library

Large, Natural Off Leash Dog ParkFly Fishing on Sheep RiverFoothills Lions Campground20 minutes to Kananaskis Country

Varied Traditional CuisineEthnic CuisineCommunity GardenCountry Food Market – Exceptional Butcher!

Extensive Interconnecting Community Trail SystemPublic ParksSeveral regional churchesAssisted living for persons with disabilitiesCommunity ClubsFamily & Community Support ServicesVolunteer AssociationsYouth ProgramsDowntown Historical Walking Tour

• Diamond Valley Parade• Project Green Day• Canada Day Celebration and Diamond Music Festival• Car Show and Shine• Septembeer Fest• Most Beautiful Art Tour in Alberta• Light Up Black Diamond • Repair Cafes

OUR COMMUNITY - EVENTS

• Outdoor Fitness Facilities

• Oilfields Arena and Curling Club

• Outdoor Skating Rink

• Field of Dreams Ball Diamond

• 3 Ball Diamonds

• 1 Soccer Pitch

• 3km Friendship Trail

• Skateboard Park

• Pump Track

OUR ACTIVE COMMUNITY

Accommodations• Independent and assisted living• Customizable home care options

Income Qualified Assistance• Independent Living Program• Community Volunteer Income Tax Program• Community Access Program

Friendly Facilities• BD: Griffiths Centre, Coffee Shops, Restaurants• TV: Sheep River Library

OUR COMMUNITY - LIFESTYLE (SENIORS)

• No Business Tax

• Lower Development Fees

• Market Access

• High Speed Fibre Optic Internet

• Professional ready units available

• Rapid home based business growth

• Center for agricultural community

Community Organization Partners

Partner Agencies13

40

+

+

OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY

● Open Door Policy

● Business Guidance: Assistance & Connections

● Economic Development Fund

● Unique Boutiques & Dining/entertainment Experiences

● Large Local Ownership

● Affordable Living

244 BusinessLicenses

Emerging White Collar Economy

13000 +Daily Traffic

15% 12% 11%

OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY

• Foothills County - Trading Area of over 50,000

• Key Economic Indicators:+67.6% in number of building permits (+290)

+7.3% in value of building permits ($96.9M)

+1.4% in employment since 2011

+1.3% in major projects value ($1.1B)

• Partnerships with Foothills Towns

OUR EXTENDED COMMUNITY

• The Town of Black Diamond is committed to being a healthy, attractive and economically viable community

• Black Diamond is serious about collaboration

• Our operations are guided by:• Accountability

• Innovation

• Safety

• Teamwork

• Transparency

OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY

● Black Diamond is a proud sponsor of the newly launched Foothills Tourism Association

● The association was formed to aid and grow a strong rural business community by attracting tourism to the foothills during all seasons

COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS

“Black Diamond Alberta has maintained its small town charm and values while keeping up with current issues like sustainability and environmental responsibility. It features a great community spirit

and has both unique local shops and well-known businesses.

Plus, if you need it, the city of Calgary is only 35 minutes north. With Calgary out your front door and the Rocky Mountains out back, you get the best of both worlds”

APPENDIX

OUR HISTORY - THE BLACK DIAMONDUnlike a lump in your stocking, this coal is good news!

The name Black Diamond comes from the high grade coal (known as Anthracite) that was once mined here. Commonly known as hard coal, the name doesn’t reflect it’s true character as the highest ranking of all coals.

Anthracite (or Black Diamond as it was called) has the highest carbon content,the fewest impurities, and the highest energy density of all types of coals.

The mine site and coal seams are still visible today along the Friendship Trail.

Black Diamond is located in Foothills County in Southern Alberta, Canada, located just south west of Calgary

• Last major stop southbound towards Crowsnest Pass

Travel Times• 15 minutes to Okotoks• 30 minutes to Calgary, 50 minutes downtown, 57 minutes to YYC• 30 minutes to High River• 32 minutes to Calgary South Health Campus• 1hr 31 minutes from Banff National Park• 1hr 51 minutes from Crowsnest Pass• 1 hr 55 minutes from Lethbridge• 2 hrs 23 minutes to Fernie

COMMUNITY OVERVIEW

CURRENT REALTOR.CA LISTINGS RIVERWOOD PHASE 3 & 4 LOTS

CURRENT PROPERTY LISTINGS

Our extensive community trail system interconnects throughout town and connects to the ‘The Friendship Trail’

● Over 15km of sidewalks● Over 6km of pathways● 3km Friendship Trail● Over 26 acres of Off leash dog park● Less than 20km to Kananaskis Country

Bounty of rivers, lakes, trails, and any other outdoor pursuit your heart desires

WALKING BLACK DIAMOND

Okotoks● Population of 28,881● Radio station and weekly newspaper

High River● Population of 13,584● Radio stations and weekly newspaper

Major Attractions● Spruce Meadows● Bar U Ranch● Millarville Farmers Market● Breweries and Distilleries, Museums, and more!

OUR EXTENDED COMMUNITY

BUSINESSCOMMUNITY

IMPORTANT LINKS

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

FAMILY & COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES

PARTNER AGENCIES

COMMUNITY FUTURES HIGHWOOD

CALGARY CATHOLIC IMMIGRATION SOCIETY

MCBRIDE CAREER GROUP

2016 CENSUSBLACK DIAMOND POPULATION

BLACK DIAMOND EMPLOYMENT DISTRIBUTIONCOMPARED TO CALGARY CMA & ALBERTA

OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT DISTRIBUTION

32%

9%3%

37%

19%

$2M TOURISM BUSINESS REVENUEInitial tourism estimates:● 5,300 jobs created

● $29M in tourism expenditures

● Over $2M in tourism business revenue

● 30% growth over next 5 years

647,000 TOTAL VISITS

29,200 OVERNIGHT VISITS

$29.9M TOURISM EXPENDITURES

5,390 EMPLOYED IN TOURISM

FOOTHILLS TOURISM VALUATION

DOCUMENT RESOURCESThe below sources were used to create this presentation.Specific references available as required.

WEBSITES

FOOTHILLS COUNTY

FOOTHILLS TOURISM

GOVERNMENT OF ALBERTA

TOWN OF BLACK DIAMOND

TOWN OF HIGH RIVER

TOWN OF OKOTOKS

TOWN OF TURNER VALLEY

WIKIPEDIA (ANTHRACITE)

BLACK DIAMOND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2017- 2021

BLACK DIAMOND STRATEGIC PLAN 2018-2022

RISE SITE SELECTION GUIDE

STATISTICS CANADA 2016 CENSUS

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