Beaumont, Alberta, is a vibrant city nestled within the Edmonton Metropolitan Region of Alberta, Canada. Situated at the crossroads of Highway 625 and Highway 814, Beaumont is conveniently adjacent to the City of Edmonton and a mere 6.0 kilometres northeast of the City of Leduc. The Nisku Industrial Park and the Edmonton International Airport are also within easy reach, located 4.0 kilometres to the west and 8.0 kilometres to the southwest respectively.
Originally a French farming community, Beaumont has evolved into a bustling city with a population of 19,236. The city's downtown core is reminiscent of a French village, boasting unique architecture and charming red brick walkways. The city's name, which translates to "beautiful hill," was chosen in 1895 during a petition for a post office. The name is a fitting tribute to the picturesque hill where the St. Vital Church, built in 1919, stands at the heart of the city. Beaumont is one of only four municipalities in Alberta that are officially bilingual.
Beaumont's history as an incorporated entity began on January 1, 1973, when it became a village. It later became a town on January 1, 1980, and eventually achieved city status on January 1, 2019.
According to the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Beaumont, Alberta, had a population of 20,888 living in 6,950 of its 7,168 total private dwellings. This represents a significant increase of 19.7% from its 2016 population of 17,457. With a land area of 24.7 km2, Beaumont had a population density of 845.7/km2 in 2021.
The city's 2019 municipal census reported a population of 19,236, marking a 2.2% increase from its 2018 municipal census population of 18,829. In the 2016 Census of Population, Beaumont had a population of 17,396 living in 5,633 of its 5,980 total private dwellings, a 31% increase from its 2011 population of 13,284. In 2014, nearly half (49.6%) of Beaumont's workforce was employed in the nearby city of Edmonton.
Beaumont, Alberta, is a hub of arts and culture. The city is the proud host of the Beaumont Blues & Roots Festival (BBRF), a popular event that has featured performances by renowned artists such as Chantal Kreviazuk, Raine Maida, Corb Lund, Fred Penner, Matt Andersen, Sloan, Powder Blues Band, and The Sheepdogs.
