Golden Days, Alberta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Golden Days
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Summer village
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 Golden Days
Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Edmonton Metropolitan Region |
| Census division | No. 11 |
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| • Type | Municipal incorporation |
| Area
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| • Land | 2.13 km2 (0.82 sq mi) |
| Population
(2021)
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| • Total | 248 |
| • Density | 116.7/km2 (302/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
Golden Days is a special kind of community in Alberta, Canada. It is known as a "summer village". This means it's a place where many people have homes for the summer. It is located on the northwest side of Pigeon Lake.
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About Golden Days
Golden Days is a small, peaceful community. It is a great spot for people who love spending time by the lake. Many families enjoy their summers here. The village is part of the larger Edmonton Metropolitan Region.
What is a Summer Village?
A summer village is a unique type of town in Alberta. These villages are often found near lakes or popular vacation spots. They are usually smaller than regular towns. Many of the homes in a summer village are used only during warmer months. This makes them popular places for holidays and weekend getaways.
Population and Growth
Every few years, Canada counts its population. This count is called a census. It helps us understand how many people live in different places.
How Many People Live Here?
In the year 2021, a census was done. It showed that 248 people lived in Golden Days. These people lived in 117 homes. The village has a total of 284 homes, but not all are lived in all the time.
The population of Golden Days has changed over the years:
- In 2021, there were 248 people. This was a big jump from 160 people in 2016.
- In 2016, there were 160 people. This was also an increase from 141 people in 2011.
How Big is Golden Days?
Golden Days covers a land area of about 2.13 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's like a square with sides just over 1.4 kilometers long. Because of its size and population, about 117 people live in each square kilometer. This is called population density.
