Known as the "Gateway to the Rockies", Hinton is a recreational paradise located in the picturesque Athabasca River Valley and at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. This thriving community of 10,000 people offers much more than breathtaking surroundings and endless recreational possibilities. It is the base for a coal mine, pulp mill, sawmill, oil and gas developments as well as the Hinton Training Centre. Hinton has also developed Innovista Industrial Park, Canada's first from the ground up eco-industrial park (EIP). Other emerging industries include tourism, resource supply and servicing.
Less than three hours from Edmonton and 15 minutes from the east gate of Jasper, Hinton offers visitors, businesses and residents an ideal place to enjoy a beautiful setting, a strong economic base and a high quality of life. For a glimpse of the great outdoor venues Hinton offers tourists and residents check out Beaver Board Walk and Bike Hinton.
Population
9,812 (2009 Municipal Census)
Location
Hinton is located in Yellowhead County on Highway 16. It is 80 km east of the Jasper town site, 80 km west of Edson and 287 km west of Edmonton. (see map)
Major Employers
- West Fraser (Hinton Pulp and Hinton Wood Products)
- Teck Coal
- Alberta Health Services
Major Industry
Coal, Oil and Gas, Forestry and Tourism.
Additional Data
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