The beautiful rolling hills, mountain views and modern amenities, make Okotoks the perfect combination of country and city. This town has earned a spot on Money Sense's "Best Places to Live" numerous times, making it a great place to invest your money.
If you want to get involved in the community, Okotoks is a fantastic place to be. There are many cultural events, parades and children's programs that take place throughout the year.
Okotoks has great shopping downtown, housing both boutique and big box stores. There is also an art gallery, theatre, museum and public library. The town has no shortage of dentist or doctors, and the Okotoks Health and Wellness Centre provides valuable services for the community.
The town has implemented a well-planned park system for citizens to use throughout the year, which includes playgrounds, football fields and skating rinks. The Okotoks Recreation Centre also encourages the wellbeing of the community by offering all-year sport, leisure and recreation opportunities. The facility houses indoor pools, fitness studios, ice arenas, a curling rink, a youth centre and more.
Okotoks is home to the Okotoks Dawgs, a well know baseball team that sports fans can't get enough of. The atmosphere of the community on game day will have everyone amped up and ready to cheer. Good news for all the golfers out there as well, there are three golf courses nearby: Crystal Ridge, D'Arcy Ranch and River's Edge.
The town of around 25,000 people provides citizens with various educational opportunities in both the Foothills School Division and the Catholic School Division, as well as for those interested in private schools. Bow Valley College and Olds College are both great options in the area for adult education.
Being a rapidly growing town, Okotoks is committed to its sustainability efforts. They provide Conservation Educators for homes & business, educating citizens on water, energy and waste in the community. They also have a carpooling program for those who work in Calgary, as well offer various rebate programs.
Okotoks has a vibrant culture, great community involvement and many opportunities for young families. Living in Okotoks will give you that small town feel, with all of the big city amenities.
