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Recreation
Community lifestyle is one of the most important factors when considering a move. Sports, recreation, community involvement, cultural events, hospitality, and safety are just a few of the many reasons why people choose southeast Alberta as an excellent place to live.
The Town of Hanna has numerous recreational opportunities to suit any taste including an 18-hole golf course and water sports on nearby lakes. For years, Hanna has been known as the Home of the Canada Goose, and it is still a favorite spot for hunters from all over North America.
Hanna is an active community hosting many volunteer groups and organizations that contribute greatly to the quality of life. Some of the cultural organizations include:
- The Hanna Dance Association
- Hanna and District Historical Society
- Hanna Community Band
- The Hanna and District Performing Arts Association
- Stage Hanna
- Yesteryear (Old Time Music)
Some of the recreational organizations include:
- Big Country Flyers
- Big Country Riding and Roping Club
- Crocus Coulee Rowing Club
- Hanna Rod & Gun Club
- Slo-pitch League
- Football Club
- ATV and Dirt Bike Club
- Hanna Curling Club
- Hanna Figure Skating Club
- Hanna Minor Hockey Association
- Gymnastics Club and many more!
Hanna also boasts many service & support clubs such as:
- Hanna and District Agricultural Society
- Hanna and District Youth Club
- Hanna 4H Club
- Hanna Community Initiatives Association
- The Lions Club
- Ducks Unlimited Canada
- Kinsmen and Kinettes
- T.O.P.S. (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly)
- The Royal Canadian Legion
- The Elks Club
- Golden Prairie Parent Link Centre Parent Support Services
Hanna is leading the way for community groups and organizations with it's online community portal: http://www.aroundhanna.com This website provides residents with up to date news, information, events, and contacts about not for profit groups and organizations in Hanna.
Recreation
  
Hanna is an active community with a variety of recreational activities for all ages. Recreation facilities include:
Resort Areas
The following areas are all within a 45 minute drive of Hanna:
The Town also boasts a Public Library holding a collection of over 25, 000 items.
Religious Services
There are 10 churches located in Hanna.
- All Saints Anglican Church – 107-6th Avenue West ; Tel: 403-854-4369; 403-854-2580
- Alliance Church – 514-2nd Avenue West; Tel: 403-854-4122
- Bethel Evangelical Missionary Church – Centre Street and 6th Avenue; Tel: 403-854-4245
- Church of Christ – 601 Centre Street; Tel: 780-406-1045
- First United Church – 808 Centre Street; Tel: 403-854-3772
- Jehovah’s Witness Kingdom Hall – 506-1st Avenue West ; Tel: 403-854-5910
- New Life Community Fellowship Church – Centre Street & 5th Avenue East; Tel: 403-854-3152
- Redeemer Lutheran Church – 3rd Street West and Fox Lake Trail; Tel: 403-854-4605
- Seventh-day Adventist – 801 Centre Street; Tel: 403-854-2050
- St. George’s Roman Catholic Church – 606-1st Street West; Tel: 403-854-3281
Special Annual Events & Attractions
Local Attractions:
- The Pioneer Village and Museum
- Doll House Museum and Tea Room
- Local Artist Murals
- Two of Alberta's largest geese, one welcoming visitors at the east entrance, and another on the corner of 2nd Ave W and Palliser Trail.
- CNR Roundhouse
- Murals recognizing Nickelback.
Annual Events:
- Automobile Show and Shine (June)
- Quilt and Craft Show (June)
- Canada Day Celebrations (July 1st)
- Gun and Antique Show & Old Time Music Jamboree (July)
- Fall Fair (August)
- Rummage Sale (Bi-annually - Fall and Spring)
- Indoor Pro Rodeo (September)
- Christmas Craft Sale (November)
- Christmas Markets (November and December)
Accommodations:
Restaurants:
- A & W
- Cactus Corner Restaurant
- Canada Grey Restaurant
- Doll House Tea Room
- Burger Baron
- Lazy J Cafe
- Pizza Hut Express
- Subway Sandwich and Salads
- Westview Motel & Restaurant
- York Restaurant
- Wind & Willows Restaurant and Lounge
- Willow Creek Bistro & Gifts
- The White Stallion
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For more information:
- Service Alberta helps caregivers by providing information on resources available for persons or organizations that care for individuals who need support due to age, or physical or mental illness or disability.
- Service Alberta has information for parents on topics such as Alberta Centennial Education Savings Plan, Bully Free Alberta, and Passports for Children. There is even a day care look-up at this site.
- Rural residents can obtain information specific to their needs through Service Alberta. Here, rural residents can look for links to information and publications about the Rural Development Initiative, water wells, the weekly Agri-News, hunting licenses and more.
- Seniors can find links to the government information and services that apply to seniors, covering topics such as pensions, health care, retirement and more at this site.
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