Cambria, Alberta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cambria
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Former hamlet
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Country | Canada |
Province | Alberta |
Census division | No. 5 |
Municipality | Town of Drumheller |
Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
Area code(s) | 403, 587, 825 |
Cambria is a small community located in Alberta, Canada. It is part of the Town of Drumheller. Cambria used to be a "hamlet," which is a very small settlement, before it joined with Drumheller in 1998.
What is Cambria?
Cambria is a community that lies within the Red Deer River valley. It is found along Alberta Highway 10. This area is known for its unique badlands landscape.
Where is Cambria Located?
Cambria is about 10 kilometers (6 miles) southeast of Drumheller's main area. It is also about 110 kilometers (68 miles) northeast of Calgary. The community is in a region called Census Division No. 5. It is also part of the federal voting area known as Crowfoot.
How Did Cambria's Population Change?
Like many small communities, Cambria's population has changed over time. Here is a look at how many people lived there in different years:
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As you can see, the number of people living in Cambria changed quite a bit. From 1951 to 1991, the population generally decreased. This shows how small communities can grow and shrink over the years.