Bawlf facts for kids
Bawlf is a small village in Alberta, Canada. It is about 25 kilometers (15 miles) southeast of Camrose. The village started in 1905 as a stop for the Canadian Pacific Railway. It was named after Nicholas Bawlf, who was in charge of the Winnipeg Grain Exchange at that time.
Quick facts for kids
Bawlf
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Bawlf grain elevator on the outskirts of the village along Alberta Highway 13, 2013
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 Bawlf
Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Central Alberta |
| Census division | 10 |
| Municipal district | Camrose County |
| Founded | 1905 |
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| • Village | October 12, 1906 |
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| • Land | 0.89 km2 (0.34 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 708 m (2,323 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 412 |
| • Density | 462.9/km2 (1,199/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
| Highways | Highway 13 Highway 854 |
History of Bawlf
Bawlf started because of the Canadian Pacific Railway building tracks across the prairies. The land for the community was first mapped out in 1905. The first train arrived in 1906. By 1909, trains were regularly carrying passengers and goods between Edmonton and Winnipeg.
The Province of Alberta officially made Bawlf a village on October 12, 1906. At first, an overseer managed the community. Then, in 1908, the first village council was elected. The first council members were R. H. Anderson, P. O. Paulson, and Edwin C. Hardy. In 1913, a fire sadly destroyed five businesses in the village.
In 1937, Bawlf built a curling facility. A new curling building was constructed in 1955-1956. It was rented out for a few years before finally opening for curling in 1962. The next year, an artificial ice machine was added, making it even better for curling.
Geography of Bawlf
Bawlf is surrounded by other communities. These include Daysland, Rosalind, Ohaton, Kelsey, and Camrose.
Population of Bawlf
In the 2021 Census, Bawlf had a population of 412 people. These people lived in 164 homes. This was a small decrease from its 2016 population of 422. The village covers a land area of 0.89 square kilometers (0.34 square miles). This means there were about 463 people living in each square kilometer in 2021.
In the 2016 Census, Bawlf had 422 people living in 165 homes. This was a slight increase from its 2011 population of 403.
Education in Bawlf
Bawlf School is located right in the village. It is a school for students from Kindergarten all the way to Grade 12. About 350 students attend Bawlf School. High school students come from Bawlf and nearby communities like Round Hill and Rosalind.
Bawlf School is well known for its strong academics and sports teams. It has won many regional and provincial championships in sports like volleyball and basketball. The school has also been ranked among the top schools in Alberta for its high school achievements.
