Situated on the shores of Bohn Lake, the hamlet of Janvier is in the southern region of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. It is approximately 120 kilometres south of Fort McMurray and can be accessed from Alberta Highway 881 as well as a small airstrip located in the community.
There is a large Métis population in Janvier and it is home to the Chard Métis and the Chipewyan Prairie Dene First Nation. Community assets and supports include the Janvier Dene Wood Buffalo Community Association, and the Sekewha youth centre, and a Volunteer Fire Department.
According to the 2018 municipal census, there are 141 people living in Janvier. Students attend Father R. Perin from Kindergarten to Grade 9.
Community Engagements
Engagement events meant to build connections and discuss municipal projects are regularly hosted in communities and neighborhoods. For information visit:
Rural community engagement summary reports can be found in community newsletters.
