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| Place | Joussard |
| Type | Hamlet |
| Province / Territory | Alberta (AB) |
| Location | 33-73-13-W5 |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 55.397778 |
| Longitude | -115.952222 |
| Importance | Town |
| CGN ID | IAMYL |
Joussard is a hamlet in 33-73-13-W5, Alberta, Canada. It is classified as a town. Joussard is located at 55.3978°N, 115.9522°W.
Joussard lies nestled where the vast boreal forest begins to yield to the rolling Peace River country, a place where the air itself seems to hold the scent of pine needles and damp earth. It lies 34.4 km east of High Prairie, AB (from High Prairie, AB: bearing 96°T), and is situated 12.6 km west-north-west of Driftpile. The land here is a study in gentle transitions, sloping subtly towards the wide, slow-moving waters of Lesser Slave Lake, its surface often mirroring the bruised hues of a coming sunset. Birch and aspen stand in open stands, their white bark stark against the deeper greens of spruce and fir, while meadows of wild grasses ripple in the breeze, dotted with the vibrant colours of wildflowers in the warmer months. The character of Joussard is one of quiet resilience, a place shaped by the enduring presence of the natural world, where the silence is broken only by the call of a loon or the distant rumble of a logging truck. The history of Joussard is intrinsically tied to the bounty of the land and the ambitions of those who sought to harness it. Once a vital stop along the historic Northern Alberta Railways, its fortunes ebbed and flowed with the timber and fur trades that once dominated the region. The economy of Joussard continues to draw strength from the surrounding forests, with logging and related industries playing a significant role, though the allure of recreation on Lesser Slave Lake has also brought a steady stream of visitors, particularly during the summer fishing season. The legacy of Indigenous peoples who have long called this territory home is a quiet undercurrent, their deep connection to the waterways and woodlands a testament to a way of life that predates the arrival of settlers. The rhythm of life in Joussard is one of practical endeavour, punctuated by the changing seasons and the enduring beauty of its wild surroundings.
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| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |