The Town of Crossfield unveiled it's newest residential development on Saturday, September 10th.

The new development, Vista Crossing will feature 1000 new homes.

Hadi Feltham, Councillor for the Town of Crossfield said the town is trying to prepare itself for the increase in population.

"If we don't handle it properly, it could have a negative affect on the community. What we would like to do is make sure that by the increase of population, we still have the volunteerism that Crossfield is known for."

Currently, the population of Crossfield sits at 3,000 residents, and Town Council is preparing for that number to double in the near future. The community hall has received work, and the expansion of the fire hall is now underway.

"Initially there was a little bit of adversity that we had to overcome, but when people understand that we're not trying to expand just to expand, and that we have a strategic plan in place for them to help increase what Crossfield can do for them, they have had a better understanding." said Feltham.

Construction on Vista Crossing will take place over the next few years.