Town council in Blackfalds is set to review a new report on April 14, 2026, that projects steady population growth for the community over the next 25 years. The analysis, conducted by Stantec Consulting Ltd., suggests that Blackfalds will continue to see growth that exceeds provincial and national averages.
According to the findings, the town is expected to grow from its current population of approximately 12,258 residents to about 16,908 by 2051. Statistics Canada estimates show that the population has been climbing steadily in recent years, rising from 11,084 in 2021. Because of this consistent growth, the town has ranked among the top 100 fastest-growing municipalities in Alberta between 2022 and 2025.
The report serves as an update to a 2019 study and provides a long-term look at how much land the town will need to support its residents. One of the key findings is that 63.6 percent of the land within the town boundaries remains undeveloped. This confirms that there is enough space to accommodate the expected population increase for the next 25 years, meaning the town will not need to look into annexing additional land in the foreseeable future.
The Town of Blackfalds will use this information to help guide future planning decisions regarding infrastructure and community investments. Members of the public can view the council meeting agenda for more details on the report.
