Lac La Biche Mission
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Lac La Biche Mission was established in
1853 by the Oblate Order making it
one of the oldest communities in Alberta.
An important transportation hub in the
Canadian Northwest before the arrival of
the railway, it was the site of Alberta’s first
convent, sawmill, printing press and
commercial wheat farming. The beautiful
45-acre site offers a visitor centre, restored
convent and many other buildings
associated with the mission. Come and
walk on floors dating back to 1871 in the
convent and see where the nuns and
students spent their days.
This site is open May Long Weekend to
Labour Day and is located 10 km
northwest of Lac La Biche.
For more information, please contact
780-623-3274 or check out our website at www.laclabichemission.com
Services: Guided tours (English and French),
exhibits, visitor centre (wheelchair accessible),
period role playing, gift shop, washrooms,
parking.
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