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Background
Northlands Park's first agricultural fair was held the year of its inception and has progressed into several different annual events such as FarmFair International and the Canadian Finals Rodeo. Northlands' agricultural involvement reverberates throughout the year via educational outreach programs, such as 4-H, that contribute to the new generations of Alberta farmers, ranchers, and agriculturalists.
Several periods of remarkable change mark the evolution of Northlands Park. The organization has situated itself in various spots including the original Fort Edmonton site, Rossdale, and its current location at the Kirkness Lake property in Northeast Edmonton. With each move, different surrounding communities have been affected, and the organization’s activities have been reexamined and redefined.
Partnerships have been fundamental to Northlands
Park's continual survival and growth, including corporate sponsorships
and significant funding from municipal, provincial, and federal levels
of government.
Beyond finances, relationships with government have been crucial to developing the organization into one that meets the expectations of its many volunteers, visitors, and contributors. Like many non-profit organizations, Northlands has realized its potential through monumental volunteer contributions and joint work with the government. The organization's history is undoubtedly tied to what has been deemed important, appropriate, and entertaining at various moments in time—as well as what has been considered financially feasible and culturally enticing. The importance of Northlands Park to Alberta encompasses the local and regional economy, culture, and leisure.
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