Ilford, Manitoba facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ilford
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 Ilford
Location in Manitoba
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Manitoba |
| Region | NorMan |
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| • Land | 15.69 km2 (6.06 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 106 |
| • Density | 6.8/km2 (18/sq mi) |
Ilford is a small Indian settlement located in northern Manitoba, Canada. It is home to the War Lake First Nation, whose Indian reserve called Mooseocoot is part of the community. Ilford sits about 180 meters (590 feet) above sea level.
Who Lives in Ilford?
Ilford is a growing community. In 2011, there were 43 people living there. By 2021, the population had grown to 62 people. This was a big increase of over 44% in just six years!
The average age of people in Ilford in 2021 was about 43 years old. The average household had about 3 to 4 people living together.
Community Services
Even though Ilford is a small place, it has several important services for its residents. These services help make life in the community safe and comfortable.
Here are some of the services available:
- Fire Protection: A team of volunteer firefighters helps keep the community safe from fires. They have a pumper truck to put out fires.
- Police Services: The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) helps keep the peace and respond to emergencies.
- Health Care: A Community Health Worker is available to help with health needs.
- Transportation:
- Air Travel: Ilford has its own airport, the Ilford Airport.
- Train Travel: Passengers can use the Via Rail train service at the Ilford railway station.
- Utilities:
- Electricity: Power is supplied by Manitoba Hydro.
- Telephone: Phone service is provided by Manitoba Telecom Services.
- Water: The community has clean, filtered water from Moose Nose Lake.
- Sewage: A modern sewage treatment plant was built in 1994.
- Education and Recreation:
- School: The Julie Lindal School includes a gymnasium for sports and activities.
- Community Building: There is a multi-purpose building for various community events.
- Skating: Residents can enjoy a skating rink.
- Hotel: The Gold Trail Hotel provides lodging.
Ilford Railway Station
The railway station in Ilford is an important stop for trains. It is part of the Via Rail line that runs between Winnipeg and Churchill. The station before Ilford is Nonsuch, and the next station is Munk. In the past, it was also part of the Canadian National Railway's Hudson Bay Railway line.
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