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Clive
Village
Village of Clive
Clive is located in Alberta
Clive
Clive
Location in Alberta
Country Canada
Province Alberta
Region Central Alberta
Census division 8
Municipal district Lacombe County
Incorporated  
 • Village January 9, 1912
Area
 (2021)
 • Land 2.17 km2 (0.84 sq mi)
Elevation
850 m (2,790 ft)
Population
 (2021)
 • Total 775
 • Density 357.2/km2 (925/sq mi)
Time zone UTC−7 (MST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC−6 (MDT)
Highways Highway 12

Clive /ˈklv/ is a small village located in the middle of Alberta, Canada. It's about a 15-minute drive east of Lacombe and 30 minutes from Red Deer.

The village got its name from Robert Clive, who was a famous commander in India a long time ago.

How Many People Live in Clive?

In 2021, about 775 people lived in the Village of Clive. This number was counted by Statistics Canada. It means that Clive grew a bit since 2016, when 715 people lived there.

The village covers an area of about 2.17 square kilometers. This makes it a cozy place to live.

What Services Does Clive Offer?

Clive has several useful services for its residents. You can find a grocery store to buy food and other items. There are also a couple of places to eat or relax.

Learning in Clive

Clive School is located at the north end of the village. It's a school for kids from kindergarten all the way up to grade nine. Around 250 to 300 students attend Clive School each year.

Fun Things to Do in Clive

Clive has some great places for outdoor fun.

Skate Park

There's a cool skate park right next to the school. It has different ramps and obstacles for skateboarding. You can find quarter pipes of various sizes and even some box stairs to practice your tricks.

Disc Golf Course

If you like disc golf, Clive has an 18-hole course. It's located behind the ball diamond. You can challenge your friends to a game and try to beat the course record!

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