Neighbourhood Info

Contents

• Neighbourhood History
• Glen Allan History Walk
• Little Free Libraries
• Walk Score
• Local Amenities
• Glen Allan Traffic Calming Project

Neighbourhood History

Fun facts about Glen Allan!

• Did you know that the neighbourhood of Glen Allan is not named after a guy named Glen? The "Glen" in Glen Allan refers to a wooded area.
• Allan is the name of the family who last owned the land that Glen Allan is built on.
• The Allan's were a farming family known for their production of turkeys, up to 300 in a year, and dairy.
• Mrs. Allan was famous for her huge vegetable garden which was sprinkled with flowers. It was so big that she hired neighbourhood kids to help her weed it.
• The Allan's planted an unnamed cherry tree on their farm in the early 1970s that has become known as the Evan’s cherry and is believed to be local to the Edmonton area.

Glen Allan History Walk

The Glen Allan History Walk is a virtual tour that explores the unique features and stories of the place which many call home. The stops along the way delve into the hidden history that residents may not realize exist in their own neighbourhood.  Get outdoors and enjoy! 

Little Free Libraries

A Little Free Library is a 'take a book, share a book' free book exchange. Anyone may take a book or bring a book to share. Each Little Free Library has a unique, personal touch. In Glen Allan there are 4 Little Free Libraries, here is a Google Map with their locations. Thank you to all of the residents who are sharing their favourite books with their neighbours!

Walk Score

Local Amenities

Home-Based Businesses

• Click here to see the home-based business list!

If you have a home-based business and would like to be added to our list, please fill out this form.

Local Helpers

• Click here to see the helpers list!!

If you are offering help and would like to be added to our list, please fill out this form.

Wellness

• Glen Allan Recreation Complex
• Greengrove Park Disc Golf Course
• St. Nicholas School Tennis Courts (2)
• Wes Hosford Elementary School Handball Courts (3)

Parks & Trails

• Strathcona County Trail Map
• Gilmore Park 
• Granville Park (Granville Spray Deck)
• Greengrove Park
• Garland Park

Schools

• St. Nicholas Catholic School
• Glen Allan Elementary School
• Wes Hosford Elementary School

Health

• Strathcona County Health Centre
• Granada Veterinary Clinic
• Glen Allan Denture Clinic

Churches

• The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
• Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish
• The Park Church
• Centre Park Church

Groups

• Gilmore Park Garden Group
• Sherwood Park Curling Club
• Sherwood Park Skating Club
• Glen Allan Scouts

Store Fronts

• Happy Faces Child Care
• Sherwood Nitzza Deluxe Pizza
• Golden 88 Restaurant 
• Park Plaza Day Care & Out of School Care Centre
• Booster Juice
• Pasta Pantry
• Taste of India Express
• Circle K
• Little Caesars Pizza
• Headquarters Restaurant & Bar
• Darth Vaper
• Uncle Sam’s Cannabis
• Pookeys Pet Food & Supplies
• Liquor Vault
• Sherwood Park Mall

If you are located in the Glen Allan neighbourhood and would like to be listed on this page (or have an update about an existing business) please contact us at: gilmorepark@live.com

Glen Allan Traffic Calming Project

The Glen Allan Traffic Calming Project was initiated in 2015 to reduce traffic speed, improve pedestrian safety and decrease shortcutting through the neighbourhood. For more information visit this page of the County's website.