About WCL
The community of Wîhkwêntôwin is the largest by population, most economically, ethnically and demographically diverse community in the City of Edmonton.
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- In the Top 10 Neighbourhoods in Edmonton (Avenue Magazine)
- ~ 19,000 Residents
- 200+ Restaurants, Bars & Cafes
- 6 Parks + Community Garden
- River Valley Trails (Bike & Walk)
- Incredible views & strolls
- Vibrant Community League
A profile of the community of Wîhkwêntôwin can be found here.
Other interesting facts about Wîhkwêntôwin can be found here.
For more information about Walk Score, please visit Walk Score and How Walk Score Works.
Support Local Business!
Oliver is home to many different businesses. Please see below for a list of our 2022-2023 Institutional Associate Members. These businesses and organizations support our league in a variety of ways, including sponsorship, participation in our events and programs, and community engagement.
- Absolute Health Inc.
- Allin Eye Clinic
- Ballet Edmonton
- British Swim School of Edmonton East
- Cafe Caribbean
- Culina to Go
- Doughnut Party
- Global Pet Foods
- Inclusion Edmonton Region Society
- Made by Marcus
- Odd Company Brewing
- Our Parents’ Home
- Plum Home + Design
- PureCare Pharmacy Inc.
- Soho
- Staples Unity Square (official supplier of printing services for the OCL)
- The Cabin Pub + Party
- Wilfred’s
Want to be an Institutional Member?
Sign your business up.
Little Free Libraries
Take a book, leave a book!
The Wîhkwêntôwin Little Free Library program consists of reused newspaper boxes spread throughout the neighbourhood. Residents are encouraged to drop off their old books and find new ones to read.
Recreation
Your Wîhkwêntôwin Community League membership entitles you to participate in recreational activities run by the leagues and for reduced admission when using City of Edmonton facilities.
Recreational Programs Offered:
- Community Garden
- Free Skating at Downtown Community Arena
Other Activities
- Take a historic walking tour of your neighbourhood.
- For a listing of contacts for all Edmonton sport organizations and a database of sport facilities visit the Edmonton Sports Council
- Jewish Seniors Centre has fitness, language programs, social activities, and special events.
- Edmonton Seniors Centre – Edmonton General Site has fitness, arts, computer classes, languages, special events, outreach and volunteer opportunities.
- Abundant Community Edmonton has an Oliver Neighbourhood Connector. Learn how to get to know your neighbours.
Schools
Edmonton Academy 10231 120 Street (780) 482-5449
Wîhkwêntôwin School 10227 118 Street (780) 488-1221
Holy Child School 9822 110 Street (780) 488-5859
Outdoor Community Pool
The outdoor swimming pool is open for the summer! Please book a time to visit the pool on City of Edmonton’s Move Learn Play.
Location: 10315 119 St NW
Pool Schedule: TBD
Worship
Beth Shalom Synagogue – 11916 Jasper Avenue – (780) 488-6333
Christ Church (Anglican) – 12116 102 Avenue – (780) 488-1118
Ethiopian Evangelical Church – 9907 114 Street – (780) 496-9213
Evangelical Mission to Ukraine – #802 9916 113 Street – (780) 452-1779
Grace Lutheran – 9907 114 Street – (780) 488-7967
The Oblate Missionaries – 10049 114 Street – (780) 488-4704
Robertson Wesley United Church – 10209 123 Street – (780) 482-1587
St. Joachim Catholic Church – 9924 110 Street – (780) 482-3233
St. Joseph Basilica – 10044 113 Street – (780) 488-7295