Community Services

(EV) Charging Stations

Cardston County recently installed three dual-connector Level 2 chargers at the Cardston Shop (2 chargers) and Main Office (1 charger). These chargers are intended to serve both tourists and local community members who own or are considering switching to electric vehicles.

Cardston County, located in Southern Alberta, spans over 3,000 square kilometers and includes several communities. Positioned near Highways 2 and 5 and just minutes from the Canada-US border, these chargers are strategically placed for easy accessibility.

Education

Kindergarten to High School

Public education in Cardston County is provided by the Westwind School Division, which includes schools in all local communities as well as institutions serving the Hutterite Colonies. Additionally, Kainai Nation operates schools under the Kainai Board of Education.

Westwind School Division Directory
Kainai Board of Education Directory

Preschool Options

Several preschool options are available to residents:

Westwind Preschool – (403) 653-3991
Community Preschool – (403) 756-3355
Parents as Teachers Program – (403) 653-4991

Post-Secondary Education

Residents have access to several post-secondary institutions and adult learning opportunities:

University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge College
Reeves College
Red Crow Community College
Cardston & District Adult Learning – (403) 653-4991

Churches

The pioneering settlers of this region, primarily members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS), laid the foundation for many of our communities. While the LDS Church remains a significant presence, many other religious groups and churches serve the region.

Churches in Cardston & Magrath

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
- 21 E - 1st Avenue South – (403) 653-3151
- 215 W - 3rd Avenue North – (403) 758-6824
Lutheran Church – 82 N - 2nd Street West – (403) 758-6824
United Church – 181 E - 1st Avenue North – (403) 758-3606

Churches in Other Communities

Del Bonita – (403) 758-6466
Glenwood – (403) 626-3213
Hill Spring – (403) 626-3667
Leavitt – (403) 653-2268
Mountain View – (403) 653-2407
Spring Coulee – (403) 758-6555
Welling – (403) 752-4130

Family and Community Support Services (FCSS)

Cardston County has two FCSS offices, providing essential community services:

Cardston & District FCSS
Magrath & District FCSS

FCSS operates under an 80/20 funding partnership between the Government of Alberta and local municipalities, with a focus on improving quality of life and fostering community well-being.

FCSS Program Website