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County of Grande Prairie No. 1
Welcome sign
Welcome sign
Official seal of County of Grande Prairie No. 1
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Nickname(s): 
Alberta's First County
Location within Alberta
Location within Alberta
Country Canada
Province Alberta
Region Northern Alberta
Planning region Upper Peace
Established 1943
Incorporated 1951
Area
 (2021)
 • Land 5,790.59 km2 (2,235.76 sq mi)
Population
 (2021)
 • Total 23,769
 • Density 4.1/km2 (11/sq mi)
Time zone UTC−7 (MST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC−6 (MDT)

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 is a special type of local government area in northwestern Alberta, Canada. It's called a municipal district. This county is part of Census Division No. 19.

It is bordered by the Wapiti River to the south. To the east, you'll find the Smoky River. The western edge of the county meets the province of British Columbia.

Discovering the County of Grande Prairie

What is a Municipal District?

A municipal district is like a large rural area. It has its own local government. This government helps manage things like roads, services, and planning for the communities within its borders. The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 was officially started in 1943. It was incorporated in 1951.

Towns and Hamlets in the County

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 surrounds several important towns and cities. These include the city of Grande Prairie. It also includes the towns of Beaverlodge, Sexsmith, and Wembley.

Many smaller communities, called hamlets, are also found within the county. Some of these hamlets are:

There is also an Indian reserve called Horse Lakes 152B located within the county.

People and Population in the County

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in the County of Grande Prairie No. 1 has grown over the years. In 1951, about 10,126 people lived here. By 2001, the population had grown to 15,638.

The most recent count was in 2021. The 2021 Census of Population showed that 23,769 people lived in the county. This was a small increase from 22,502 people in 2016.

Understanding Population Density

The county covers a large area of land. In 2021, its land area was about 5,790.59 square kilometers (2,235.76 square miles). With 23,769 people, the population density was about 4.1 people per square kilometer. This means there's a lot of open space in the county!

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