Heisler, Alberta facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Heisler
Village
Village of Heisler
Heisler Location in Alberta
Country	Canada
Province	Alberta
Region	Central Alberta
Census Division	No. 7
Municipal district	Flagstaff County
Incorporated
• Village	July 27, 1920
• Dissolution	March 29, 1938
• Village	January 1, 1961
Area  (2021)
• Land	0.63 km2 (0.24 sq mi)
Elevation	725 m (2,379 ft)
Population  (2021)
• Total	135
• Density	214.4/km2 (555/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC−7 (MST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC−6 (MDT)
Highways	855

Heisler is a small and friendly village located in central Alberta, Canada. It's about 23 kilometers south of Daysland and 20 kilometers north of Forestburg. This village was named after Martin Heisler, who originally owned the land where it was built. Heisler is famous for being home to Canada's largest baseball glove! It's a giant sculpture and a fun sight to see when you visit.

About Heisler

Heisler is a charming village found in the heart of Alberta, Canada. It's a quiet community with a unique claim to fame.

Where is Heisler?

You can find Heisler in central Alberta. It's located between two other towns: Daysland to the north and Forestburg to the south. This makes it a small but important spot along Highway 855.

A Big Attraction!

One of the most exciting things about Heisler is its giant baseball glove. This huge sculpture is a popular roadside attraction. It's known as Canada's largest baseball glove and draws visitors to the village.

Heisler's Population

Understanding how many people live in a place helps us learn about its community. This is called demographics.

How Many People Live Here?

According to the 2021 Census, 135 people lived in the Village of Heisler. These people lived in 68 homes. This number was a bit lower than in 2016. In 2016, 160 people lived in Heisler. The village covers a small area of about 0.63 square kilometers. This means there are about 214 people living in each square kilometer.