About Westlock

A connected Alberta town with room to grow

Westlock sits about 85 kilometres north of Edmonton and blends small-town pace with the services, recreation, and community energy people need to build a full life close to home.

Why Westlock stands out

The Town of Westlock describes itself as a vibrant, growing community of nearly 5,000 residents. That scale is part of the appeal: it is large enough to support local shopping, schools, events, and recreation, while still feeling welcoming and easy to navigate.

For people putting down roots, Westlock offers a practical balance of regional access and local identity. Highways, rail access, agriculture, health services, and local business all shape the town's everyday rhythm.

Community highlights

Location

85 km

North of Edmonton, with easy regional access for work, services, and travel.

Population

~5,000

A close-knit town size that still supports local amenities and year-round activity.

Lifestyle

Active

Residents enjoy parks, playgrounds, ball diamonds, the Aquatic Centre, and the Rotary Spirit Centre.

What WestlockConnect is for

WestlockConnect is built to reflect that local momentum. The site brings together community listings, marketplace activity, and upcoming events so residents can discover what is happening across town in one place.

Whether someone is new to Westlock or has lived here for years, the goal is simple: make it easier to find local businesses, support neighbours, and stay connected to community life.