Hearst, Ontario Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Town of Hearst
Hearst, Ontario
Country	Canada
Province	Ontario
Established	1913
Government
• Type	Town
Area
• Land	98.67 km² (38.10 sq mi)
Population (2006)
• Total	5,620
• Density	57.0/km² (148/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC-5 (EST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
Postal code span	P0L
Area code(s)	705
Website	Town of Hearst Website

Hearst is a small town located in the Ontario province of Canada. In 2006, about 5,620 people lived there. The mayor of Hearst is Roger Sigouin.

Hearst was started in 1913. It grew because a new railway, the National Transcontinental Railway, was being built. The town was named after William Howard Hearst. He was an important person in Ontario's government. He worked as the Minister of Forests and Mines and later became the Premier of Ontario. A special fact about Hearst is that most people, around 85%, speak French.

History of Hearst
- How Hearst Got Its Name
Life in Hearst
- Local Government
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History of Hearst

Hearst began as a railway town. The National Transcontinental Railway was a big project. It connected different parts of Canada. When the railway was built through this area, Hearst was created.

How Hearst Got Its Name

The town is named after William Howard Hearst. He was a very important person in Ontario's government. He helped manage forests and mines. Later, he became the leader of the province, known as the Premier.

Life in Hearst

Hearst is known for its strong French-speaking community. Many people in the town use French in their daily lives. This makes it a unique place in Ontario.

Local Government

The town of Hearst has a mayor and a town council. They work together to make decisions for the community. Roger Sigouin is the current mayor. He helps lead the town.