Heritage Management Plan

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Help us conserve Sylvan Lake's heritage by participating in building our Heritage Management Plan. This project is made possible by the support of the Government of Alberta Heritage Partnership Preservation Program.

What?

The Town of Sylvan Lake is developing a Heritage Management Plan, with the help of Sylvan Lake Archives. The project will inventory, document, and celebrate Sylvan Lake’s heritage assets while planning for ongoing conservation.

When?

This project will be undertaken in 3 phases:

  • Phase 1: Municipal Heritage Survey - Identification of a list of places of historic interest throughout Sylvan Lake
  • Phase 2: Heritage Asset Inventory - Selection of sites from the list that may warrant conservation under the Alberta Historical Resources Act, and additional research and work to document them
  • Phase 3: Heritage Management Plan - Production of a Plan to guide the management of tangible heritage (buildings and landscapes) and intangible heritage (important events, traditions, and cultural activities). The Plan will guide decision-making across relevant Town portfolios, including Recreation, Culture & Tourism and Planning & Development.

We’re starting with a Municipal Heritage Survey, which will result in a database of information identifying the historical buildings, structures and sites in Sylvan Lake.

The Municipal Heritage Survey will also include a Historic Context Statement for our town, which will identify the key themes, events, eras and development trends that have shaped our community over its history.

This phase will lay the groundwork for Phases 2 and 3, where specific historical buildings, structures and sites may be identified for protection under the future Heritage Management Plan.

Why?

  • Conserves Sylvan Lake’s rich cultural heritage
  • Celebrates both our tangible heritage (historical buildings, landscapes and sites) and our intangible heritage (cultural practices, traditions, events and stories)
  • Builds community pride
  • Promotes cultural tourism
  • Ensures that Sylvan Lake’s unique heritage thrives alongside development and change

Participate

Help us develop the Historic Context Statement and Municipal Heritage Survey! At this time, we are only compiling an understanding of Sylvan Lake’s historical buildings, landscapes and stories. Future phases of engagement will address the protection of historic resources and development of the Heritage Management Plan.


  • Survey: Take the survey, until February 28, 2025
  • Places: Drop a pin to show us historic places that are important to you, until February 28, 2025.
  • Come Talk to Us: Visit our booth at the Ice Dragon Boat Festival on February 15, 2025. We can share more about the project, answer any questions, and connect you to the Survey and Places tool.

Learn about the project


Header image details: 1955 Province's 50th Birthday Parade on Main Street, Sylvan Lake

Help us conserve Sylvan Lake's heritage by participating in building our Heritage Management Plan. This project is made possible by the support of the Government of Alberta Heritage Partnership Preservation Program.

What?

The Town of Sylvan Lake is developing a Heritage Management Plan, with the help of Sylvan Lake Archives. The project will inventory, document, and celebrate Sylvan Lake’s heritage assets while planning for ongoing conservation.

When?

This project will be undertaken in 3 phases:

  • Phase 1: Municipal Heritage Survey - Identification of a list of places of historic interest throughout Sylvan Lake
  • Phase 2: Heritage Asset Inventory - Selection of sites from the list that may warrant conservation under the Alberta Historical Resources Act, and additional research and work to document them
  • Phase 3: Heritage Management Plan - Production of a Plan to guide the management of tangible heritage (buildings and landscapes) and intangible heritage (important events, traditions, and cultural activities). The Plan will guide decision-making across relevant Town portfolios, including Recreation, Culture & Tourism and Planning & Development.

We’re starting with a Municipal Heritage Survey, which will result in a database of information identifying the historical buildings, structures and sites in Sylvan Lake.

The Municipal Heritage Survey will also include a Historic Context Statement for our town, which will identify the key themes, events, eras and development trends that have shaped our community over its history.

This phase will lay the groundwork for Phases 2 and 3, where specific historical buildings, structures and sites may be identified for protection under the future Heritage Management Plan.

Why?

  • Conserves Sylvan Lake’s rich cultural heritage
  • Celebrates both our tangible heritage (historical buildings, landscapes and sites) and our intangible heritage (cultural practices, traditions, events and stories)
  • Builds community pride
  • Promotes cultural tourism
  • Ensures that Sylvan Lake’s unique heritage thrives alongside development and change

Participate

Help us develop the Historic Context Statement and Municipal Heritage Survey! At this time, we are only compiling an understanding of Sylvan Lake’s historical buildings, landscapes and stories. Future phases of engagement will address the protection of historic resources and development of the Heritage Management Plan.


  • Survey: Take the survey, until February 28, 2025
  • Places: Drop a pin to show us historic places that are important to you, until February 28, 2025.
  • Come Talk to Us: Visit our booth at the Ice Dragon Boat Festival on February 15, 2025. We can share more about the project, answer any questions, and connect you to the Survey and Places tool.

Learn about the project


Header image details: 1955 Province's 50th Birthday Parade on Main Street, Sylvan Lake

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    Do you need volunteers? I am interested in the history of Sylvan Lake and would love to get involved!

    Emily asked 14 days ago

    Hello Emily,

    Thanks for reaching out! I'm forwarding your information to the project manager. If she has any volunteer positions on this project, she'll reach out. 

    If you are interested, the Sylvan Lake Archives may need volunteers on an ongoing basis. View their information online here.

    We love connecting with amazing Lakers like you! We are building community together.   

    Thank you,
    Town of Sylvan Lake Staff

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    What is the budget for the heritage management plan project ? Is it funded by a grant?

    iaustin asked about 1 month ago

    Hello iaustin,

    Thanks for reaching out! The project has budget information included on this web page. You just have to scroll down and make sure to click on News Feed if it isn't already selected. Let us know if you have another question after checking it out! 

Page last updated: 27 Feb 2025, 11:42 AM