Leduc No. 1
Facts and practical information
Leduc No. 1 was a major crude oil discovery made near Leduc, Alberta, Canada on February 13, 1947. It provided the geological key to Alberta's most prolific conventional oil reserves and resulted in a boom in petroleum exploration and development across Western Canada. The discovery transformed the Alberta economy; oil and gas supplanted farming as the primary industry and resulted in the province becoming one of the richest in the country. Nationally, the discovery allowed Canada to become self-sufficient within a decade and ultimately a major exporter of oil. ()
Leduc No. 1 – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Rabbit Hill Snow Resort, University of Alberta Botanic Garden, Glenridding Ravine, Devon.