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The Beaver Hills was designated as a biosphere on March 19, 2016, by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). This is a global recognition of a collective commitment by the communities within the region to celebrate and advance knowledge, culture, nature, and economy together. A distinct geomorphological feature that was created by glacial retreat lying just 20 minutes east of Edmonton. This special place is an important source of surface and groundwater, as the hummocky terrain is 30% wetlands. The Beaver Hills consists of five different rural municipalities, including Strathcona County, Lamont County, Leduc County, Camrose County, and Beaver County. It is also home to Elk Island National Park, Miquelon Provincial Park, Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area, and numerous natural areas.
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