County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
County of Wetaskiwin No. 10
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Location within Alberta
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Central Alberta |
| Census division | 11 |
| Established | 1943 |
| Incorporated | 1958 (County) |
| Area
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| • Land | 3,121.98 km2 (1,205.40 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 11,212 |
| • Density | 3.6/km2 (9/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
The County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 is a special type of local government area in Alberta, Canada. It is located in central Alberta, just south of the big city of Edmonton. Think of it like a large rural area with smaller towns and communities inside it.
The main office for the County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 is in the City of Wetaskiwin. This is where the local government makes decisions for the people living in the county.
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What is the County of Wetaskiwin No. 10?
The County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 is known as a municipal district. This means it's a type of local government that manages services for people living in a large area. These services can include roads, fire protection, and community planning.
The county was first set up in 1943. It officially became a "County" in 1958. This change helped it manage its services better.
Who leads the County?
The county is led by a group of elected officials called the County Council. The main leader is called the Reeve. As of now, the Reeve is Josh Bishop. The council members work together to make important decisions for the county.
Exploring the Geography of the County
The County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 covers a large area in central Alberta. It includes many different types of communities, from small towns to tiny hamlets.
Communities and Localities
The county surrounds several urban areas. These are like islands within the county's boundaries.
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Here are the main urban areas surrounded by the County of Wetaskiwin No. 10:
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Many smaller communities, called hamlets, are also found within the County of Wetaskiwin No. 10.
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The county also has many very small places called localities. These are often just a few homes or a small collection of buildings.
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Population and People
Every few years, Statistics Canada counts how many people live in different areas. This is called a census.
How Many People Live Here?
In the 2021 census, the County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 had 11,212 people living there. This was a small increase from 2016, when 11,176 people lived in the county.
The county covers a land area of about 3,122 square kilometers (about 1,205 square miles). This means there are about 3.6 people living in each square kilometer. This shows it's a mostly rural area, with lots of open space.
