Markerville, Alberta, Canada. 1932. Image sourced from Wikipedia.
Icelandic Roots
by Shaune Jonasson
“As we explore the Icelandic settlements in Alberta, one particular area comes to mind. Markerville began as a small community and has remained relatively small over these many years. However, despite its size, it is no less important than any other Icelandic settlement in North America. Its footprint is as impressive today as it ever has been.”
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https://www.icelandicroots.com/post/markerville-small-and-proud
Originally published in Icelandic Roots on October 24, 2026