Cessford, Alberta facts for kids
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Cessford
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 Cessford, Alberta
Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Southern Alberta |
| Census division | 4 |
| Municipal district | Special Area No. 2 |
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(1991)
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| • Total | 31 |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
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List of T Postal Codes of Canada
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| Area code(s) | +1-403 |
| Highways | Highway 561 Highway 876 |
Cessford is a small community, often called a hamlet, located in the southern part of Alberta, Canada. It's part of an area known as Special Area No. 2. You can find Cessford about 22 kilometers (14 miles) east of Highway 36. It's also about 54 kilometers (34 miles) northeast of the town of Brooks. The name 'Cessford' comes from a local farm in the area.
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About Cessford: A Small Community
Cessford is a very small place. In the year 1991, a count of people living there was done. This count, called a census, showed that only 31 people lived in Cessford at that time. This information was collected by Statistics Canada.
Where is Cessford Located?
Getting to Cessford
Cessford is found in southern Alberta. It's easy to reach by car. Two main roads, Highway 561 and Highway 876, pass through or near the hamlet. These highways help connect Cessford to other towns and cities in Alberta.
How Cessford is Governed
Cessford is part of a special region in Alberta. This region is called Special Area No. 2. It is managed by the Special Areas Board. This board helps make decisions for the community.
