Local Community Groups
Celebrating the spirit of community—connect with the organizations and volunteers that bring people together across the Municipal District of Acadia No. 34.
Acadia Valley Recreation Club
The Acadia Valley Rec Club has been a cornerstone of the community since the early 1960s and became an official non-profit in 1983. As the area’s most active organization, the club owns and operates the curling rink, arena, and baseball diamonds, while organizing key annual events. Its biggest fundraiser, the Ice to Dice Bonspiel, has been running for 19 years, alongside other popular events like the ladies bonspiel, Boxing Card, Grey Cup Chili Cook-off, and both summer and winter fishing derbies. Beyond events, the club supports local initiatives including Warren Peers School, the Alsask pool, Cactus Gymnastics, 4-H clubs, and offers a scholarship for graduating students. Meetings are held the first Monday of each month, and new members are always welcome.
Acadia Valley Community Club
Founded in 1916 as “The Helping Hand,” the Acadia Valley Community Club has been a central part of the community for over a century. Renamed in 1939, the club built its hall in 1949 with local donations and has since updated it with modern amenities.
The club hosts and caters events year-round, including the long-running Grandmother’s Supper, school graduations, weddings, funerals, and more. It has also published three popular cookbooks and produced Times to Remember Volumes I & II, preserving local history. The club regularly supports other community groups and holds meetings on the first Tuesday of each month. New members are always welcome.
The Knights of Columbus
Established in 1954, the Knights of Columbus is a faith-based organization affiliated with the Catholic Church, dedicated to supporting the local community through charitable giving. The club donates time and funds to Warren Peers School, the Alsask pool, Big Country Health Unit, and local 4-H clubs.
They host several community events, including the annual Thanksgiving turkey shoot and the parish picnic at the historic St. Peter and Paul’s Church. Their biggest event, the Acadia Valley Sausage Fry, draws over 500 attendees with live music, a DJ, and homemade food. The Knights also maintain the church grounds and cemetery. Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month.
Prairie Elevator Society
In July 1991, Acadia Valley’s last remaining grain elevator was transformed into a museum, preserving a vital piece of prairie history. The site features a historic caboose, antique farm equipment, a homestead house, an authentic catalog home, and a collection of vintage furniture and décor.
That same year, the Tea House opened as a full-service restaurant and gift shop, offering a charming spot for visitors to relax and explore. Both the museum and Tea House operate daily during July and August, with guided tours available. This unique attraction is made possible by the dedicated members of the Prairie Elevator Society and the volunteers who work year-round to maintain and enhance the site.
The Sunset Club
The Sunset Club began in 1982 with a simple drop-in event for local seniors at the community hall. By 1986, thanks to dedicated fundraising and grant support, the group had raised enough to build their own hall—now a vibrant hub for community connection.
The Sunset Club plays an active role in supporting the community, contributing time and funds to causes like STARS, HALO, the Ice to Dice Bonspiel, Big Country Health Foundation, and children’s skating programs in Acadia Valley. Weekly drop-in socials with lunch and games are held every Wednesday at noon, and a potluck and general meeting take place on the last Monday of each month.
Acadia Valley Volunteer Fire Department
The Acadia Valley Volunteer Fire Department is one of Alberta’s few fully volunteer fire brigades, proudly serving the community with a dedicated team of approximately 25 members. Over the decades, the department has taken many forms, but its commitment to protecting lives and property has never wavered. Volunteers respond to a variety of emergencies and also take part in ongoing training to stay prepared for any situation. New volunteers are always welcome.
Each November, the department hosts its annual Steak and Lobster Supper, a popular fundraising event that supports essential training, equipment, and operations.
