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prawling landscape, and natural beauty as far as

the eye can see, Big Lakes County showcases

Sthe best of Canadian nature. Located in northern
Alberta, the County expands over 13,942 square kilometers

of area. With a diverse region characterized by farmland,

lush forests, and, of course, big lakes (Lesser Slave Lake,
Winagami Lake, and Snipe Lake are the largest lakes lying

within the County boundaries); there is no end to wonderful

opportunities for camping, fishing, and the quintessential
rural Canadian experience.

Servicing a large service area population of 12,731, of which

50 per cent is indigenous, Big Lakes neighbours the Town

of High Prairie, Town of Swan Hills, East Prairie Métis
Settlement, Gift Lake Métis Settlement, Peavine Métis

Settlement, Driftpile First Nation, Kapawe’no First Nation,
Sucker Creek First Nation, Whitefish River First Nation, and

Swan River First Nation.

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