Berwyn, Alberta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Berwyn
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 Berwyn
Location in M.D. of Peace
Berwyn
Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Northern Alberta |
| Planning region | Upper Peace |
| Municipal district | Peace |
| Incorporated | |
| • Village | November 28, 1936 |
| Area
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| • Land | 1.57 km2 (0.61 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 643 m (2,110 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 577 |
| • Density | 366.6/km2 (949/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
| Highways | Highway 2 |
| Waterways | Lac Cardinal |
Berwyn is a small village in northwestern Alberta, Canada. It is about 37 kilometers (23 miles) west of the town of Peace River. It's also close to Grimshaw and the Duncan's First Nation reserve.
The main office for the Municipal District of Peace No. 135 is right next to Berwyn. The village got its name from a place called Berwyn in Wales.
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How Many People Live in Berwyn?
In 2021, Berwyn had a population of 577 people. These people lived in 237 homes. This was a small increase from 538 people in 2016. The village covers an area of about 1.57 square kilometers (0.61 square miles).
Learning and Schools
Lloyd Garrison School is the only school in Berwyn. It teaches students from kindergarten to grade 6 (K-6). This school is managed by the Peace River School Division.
Older students, from junior high and senior high, take a bus to schools in Grimshaw or Peace River. Students who attend separate schools also travel by bus to Grimshaw.
For learning after high school, students can go to Northern Lakes College. There are campuses in Peace River and Fairview.
What Berwyn Does
The Mackenzie Municipal Services Agency helps with planning for the region. Its office is in downtown Berwyn. The Municipal District of Peace No. 135 also has its main office in Berwyn.
Fun Things to Do
Berwyn and the areas nearby offer many fun activities:
- Tower Park Recreational Area – This park has trails for walking and cross-country skiing. It also has a tennis court, a baseball field, and places for bird watching.
- Queen Elizabeth Provincial Park – Located about 15 kilometers (9 miles) northeast of Berwyn. This park has 56 camping spots. You can also enjoy water skiing, boating, and picnics here.
- Lac Cardinal Recreation Area – This area is about 11 kilometers (7 miles) north of Berwyn. It includes the Bear Lake Recreation Area and Rodeo Grounds.
- Wayne Johnson Memorial Arena – This arena is great for skating, hockey, and meetings.
- Peace Valley Guest Ranch – Here you can go on outdoor adventures. These include river cruises, trail riding, hiking, mini golf, and bird watching.
Yearly Events
Berwyn hosts several community events throughout the year:
- Alberta Pond Hockey Championships – Held in February at Lac Cardinal.
- Volunteer Week Celebrations – Takes place in April.
- Senior Citizens Week Celebrations – Happens in June.
- Annual Christmas Parade – A festive parade held in December.
- Family Day – A day for families to celebrate together.
- Oktoberfest – A local celebration.
Famous People from Berwyn
Berwyn is the birthplace of a few well-known people:
- Marco Marra – An expert in the field of genomics, which studies genes.
- Alex Debogorski – A famous truck driver from the TV show Ice Road Truckers.
