The Sylvan Lake News, Est. Located in the heart of Central Alberta, 18km west of Red Deer, Sylvan Lake is a community of approximately 6,600 people. The population swells enormously in the summer with an influx of vacationers, cottage owners and other visitors from around the region.
Sylvan Lake is the fastest growing town in Alberta, and one of the fastest in Canada.
Sylvan Lake is not just about summer though. Growth of regional businesses, a number of seasonal residents, and its proximity to Red Deer region's job, recreation and shopping markets are benefits Sylvan Lake enjoys, but they do not take away from the importance of community in Sylvan Lake. The Sylvan Lake News reflects that importance by placing its emphasis on covering local events and happenings while offering local businesses an opportunity to advertise to their target-market customers without having to pay for regional coverage.