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Scandinave Spa Chooses Edmonton’s Riverbend for Summer 2028 Opening

Backed by provincial funding, the spa aims to grow Alberta’s visitor economy through wellness

A rendering of what the Edmonton nordic spa could look like.
Scandinave Spa is looking to set up a nordic spa in Edmonton's Brander Gardens neighbourhood, pictured on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024.

Overview

  • The spa will occupy the former Mactaggart family estate off Whitemud Road overlooking the North Saskatchewan River valley in the Riverbend neighbourhood.
  • Travel Alberta’s Investor Concierge program and the province’s Investment and Growth Fund are funding the project alongside City of Edmonton, Edmonton Global and Explore Edmonton.
  • Officials project about $121 million in economic impact and roughly 330 temporary and 52 permanent jobs in the first decade.
  • Preliminary plans call for Nordic saunas, steam baths, whirlpools, cold plunges, a bistro, retail space and potential staff quarters.
  • City and project partners are addressing concerns from First Nations representatives and conservation advocates over consultation and river valley preservation.