Wolfville is a thriving town with a significant population of young families on one hand and retirement-aged people on the other. These populations are both growing. Another population that impacts this town encompasses the students of Acadia University. This group is obviously of a more transitory nature, with annual turnover as some graduate; we are always welcoming new students.
Acadia University students are welcomed into this parish community.
The schools in this neighbourhood are considered some of the best and desirable to families moving into the area. From Chrome-books at the Elementary school to many competitive sports teams, there are any number of positive draws for children and young people. There are a number of community choirs, such as the Annapolis Valley Honour Choir and the Kings Chorale, that are well supported in this area. Landmark and Booker are schools that provide specialised educational programmes.
The natural setting of Wolfville is gifted with exquisite beauty. The outstanding natural beauty of Blomidon and the Minas Basin are clearly visible from most vantage points in Wolfville. There are many walks and biking trails that are attractive to residents and visitors alike. Rock climbing experiences inside and outside are well known in the Annapolis Valley. The local food and drink industry makes Wolfville a desirable destination for locals and visitors. Throughout the year Wolfville hosts many Seasonal Festivals. These are intrinsically connector to the agricultural and historic past of this area. Some well-known festivals include: Deep Roots, Devour and the historic Apple Blossom festival. The Wolfville Market is a growing enterprise that encourages local small businesses to sell their products bi-weekly. Local breweries, vineyards, cideries and distilleries provide their produce to many of the restaurants. Live music from local musicians can be heard most days in the many pubs and restaurants in and around Wolfville.
The natural setting of Wolfville is gifted with exquisite beauty. The outstanding natural beauty of Blomidon and the Minas Basin are clearly visible from most vantage points in Wolfville. There are many walks and biking trails that are attractive to residents and visitors alike. Rock climbing experiences inside and outside are well known in the Annapolis Valley. The local food and drink industry makes Wolfville a desirable destination for locals and visitors. Throughout the year Wolfville hosts many Seasonal Festivals. These are intrinsically connector to the agricultural and historic past of this area. Some well-known festivals include: Deep Roots, Devour and the historic Apple Blossom festival. The Wolfville Market is a growing enterprise that encourages local small businesses to sell their products bi-weekly. Local breweries, vineyards, cideries and distilleries provide their produce to many of the restaurants. Live music from local musicians can be heard most days in the many pubs and restaurants in and around Wolfville.
Through Acadia University, many arts and cultural activities may be attended throughout the year. Acadia University hosts almost 4000 students in arts, business and sciences undergraduate programs. The university hosts more conferences and national championships than any other university in Atlantic Canada and has the highest percentage of Academic All-Canadians for primarily undergraduate universities in the country. The Faculty of Music holds recitals and concerts that are open to town residents. Acadia Performing Arts Series curates concerts and theatre productions by some of the world’s best artists in classical, jazz and international music. The Acadia Athletic Centre offers memberships to town residents. The university is a member of Canadian Inter-University Sport (CIS) and Atlantic University Sport (AUS). As such, the town is usually encouraged to attend and support these sporting events.
Acadia University students are welcomed into this parish community. They actively participate in musical offerings and sit on the Parish Council.
The Wolfville Area Inter-Church Council (WAICC) is an invaluable strength in this parish. Its synergy provides opportunity to share resources, share ministries, and provides support for parishes and clergy alike. (Good Friday walk, co-leading Ash Wednesday service). WAICC was founded in 1970 by the churches in the area as a form of ecumenical Christian commitment to address perceived spiritual and social needs. Member organisations include L’Arche Homefires, Manning Memorial Chapel (Acadia University), Port Williams United Baptist Church, Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), St Francis of Assisi Parish (St Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, Wolfville and St Lawrence Roman Catholic Church, Canning), St John’s Anglican Church, Wolfville, Orchard Valley Pastoral Charge of the United Church of Canada, and Wolfville Baptist Church.
Acadia University students are welcomed into this parish community. They actively participate in musical offerings and sit on the Parish Council.
The Wolfville Area Inter-Church Council (WAICC) is an invaluable strength in this parish. Its synergy provides opportunity to share resources, share ministries, and provides support for parishes and clergy alike. (Good Friday walk, co-leading Ash Wednesday service). WAICC was founded in 1970 by the churches in the area as a form of ecumenical Christian commitment to address perceived spiritual and social needs. Member organisations include L’Arche Homefires, Manning Memorial Chapel (Acadia University), Port Williams United Baptist Church, Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), St Francis of Assisi Parish (St Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, Wolfville and St Lawrence Roman Catholic Church, Canning), St John’s Anglican Church, Wolfville, Orchard Valley Pastoral Charge of the United Church of Canada, and Wolfville Baptist Church.