Osuwiskom

Osuwiskom is a small, unincorporated community located in the Canadian province of Alberta. It is situated in central Alberta, approximately 50 kilometers east of the city of Edmonton. The community is primarily agricultural, with the surrounding landscape characterized by rolling hills and farmland.

The name "Osuwiskom" is derived from the Cree language, meaning "running water." This name likely reflects the presence of local water sources that were important to the Indigenous peoples of the region. Like many rural communities in Alberta, Osuwiskom experienced growth and settlement during the early 20th century, as settlers moved into the area to establish farms.

The community's infrastructure is minimal, typically consisting of scattered residences and agricultural buildings. There are no major commercial services or municipal governance within Osuwiskom itself; residents generally rely on nearby larger towns for amenities, shopping, and services. The primary economic activity remains agriculture, with grain farming and livestock ranching being common. The local population is relatively small and dispersed. Osuwiskom's existence is tied to the agricultural heritage of the region and its quiet, rural character.