Welcome! Bienvenue! Miyotôtâkewin!
Discover the Gateway to the North
Established in 1853 - making it one of the oldest communities in Alberta - the Lac La Biche Mission is a National Historic Site located on the shores of picturesque Lac La Biche lake. This 45-acre site, including several restored historical buildings, numerous displays and an interpretive centre, offers visitors a link to the past through guided tours, all just a short drive away.
Come walk through the fully restored 1894 Convent where some of Alberta's first European residents - the nuns of the Mission - spent their days. There you will see numerous displays featuring antiques once used by the nuns, priests and children residing at the Mission site.
We are designated as a National Historic Site by Parks Canada, and as a Historic Resource by the Alberta government.
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Canada Day 2022
Good News, we are celebrating Canada Day, July 1, 2022, at the Mission Site. After two years of not hosting the event because of Covid restrictions, we are looking forward to seeing everyone again. There will be live music, a free pancake breakfast, children's games, craft sales, and other events. If you would like to rent a table for the craft sale please phone 780-623-3274 or email: llbhs@mcsnet.ca
Look for more planning details in the coming weeks!
The Mission Site is opening for Business on June 1, 2022
Tours of the Mission can be booked now but for after June 1, 2022, on this website or by phone at 780-623-3274. We are excited to welcome all our visitors. See you!