Located 200 km northeast of Edmonton on Highway 29, St. Paul is strategically located in the center of the northeast region of Alberta. St. Paul is a major trading center for the surrounding area, and its life-support is the rich agricultural land that surrounds the town, supplemented by the oil and gas industries.  

Travel Time:  
To Edmonton: 2.5 hrs 
To Calgary: 5.0 hrs

St. Paul, Alberta began as a Métis farming colony in 1896 before transforming into a French-Catholic settlement and later gaining global fame for building the world's first UFO landing pad. A UFO Tourist Information Centre is now located adjacent to the UFO Landing Pad and provides information to its many visitors.

St. Paul Therese Health Centre offers a wide range of health and wellness services for patients, families, and the community. From emergency and inpatient care to outpatient programs and specialized clinics, our team is committed to supporting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. 

St Paul Hospital (St Therese Healthcare Centre) 
Inpatient Beds: 41 
Long Term Care Beds: 30 
Psychiatry: 14

Hospital Statistics per year (2024/25) 
Emergency Room Visits: 15,605 
Discharges: 828 
Deliveries: 90 (37.4%) 
OR Procedures: 2,500 
Endoscopies: 754

Our services include:

• Addiction & Mental Health – inpatient and community programs, crisis response, walk-in counselling, youth and adult supports, day treatment, and domestic abuse response. 
• Medical Care – general medicine, surgery and recovery, obstetrics, pediatrics, nephrology, dialysis, cardiac diagnostics, respiratory therapy, and nutrition counselling. 
• Therapy & Rehabilitation – physical therapy, occupational therapy, therapeutic recreation, and assertive outreach. 
• Support Services – patient food services, registration, security, linen and environmental services, and health records management. 
• Community & Continuing Care – respite care, adult day programs, and continuing care services.

The St. Paul & District Hospital Foundation also plays a vital role in enhancing patient care through community support and fundraising.

Whether you’re here for urgent care, specialized treatment, or outpatient support, our hospital is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care close to home.

Housing in St. Paul, Alberta, is generally affordable and dominated by single-detached, three-to-four-bedroom homes. Real estate prices are significantly lower compared to major urban centers like Calgary or Edmonton. Local groups, such as the St. Paul Affordable Community Housing Society (SPACH), actively work on developing new affordable single-family housing builds to meet community demand. Renting accounts for roughly one-third of the local housing market.

St Paul offers a range of educational options spanning pre-school to post-secondary and includes bilingual options. Public pre-school programs through Ecole Mallaig School and Two Hills School, with post-secondary education through Portage College and Blue Quills First Nations College.

The Town of St. Paul is committed to providing quality recreation opportunities that support active living, community engagement, and overall well-being. Through our facilities and partnerships, residents and visitors can access a wide range of programs and activities for all ages and interests.

• Municipal Campgrounds  
• Parks & Playgrounds  
• Golf Course 
• Arena Schedule  
• Aquatic Centre  

The Town encourages all residents to explore the many ways to stay active and connected within our vibrant community.

We've always been "A People Kind of Place!"

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