Beacon Heights

Beacon Heights, a residential area within Edmonton, has a rich history that dates back to 1910 when coal mining began under its soil. Originally incorporated as the Village of Beverly in 1913, it took its name from the Town of Beverly in Yorkshire, England. By 1914, the population reached 1,000, and Beverly grew as a town closely linked to the coal industry. The last mine closed in 1952, and the following year, the Beverly Bridge opened, enhancing the town’s connectivity and spurring growth as a residential suburb. In 1961, Beverly, with a population of 9,000, amalgamated with the City of Edmonton, with the northern portion forming Beacon Heights and Bergman, and the southern becoming Beverly Heights. Beacon Heights predominantly features single and semi-detached homes built just before the amalgamation, with higher density housing near commercial zones developed between 1960 and 1980. Today, the community is centered around the Beverly Jubilee Park and Beacon Heights Community League facilities, fostering a vibrant communal life.