Penhold facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Penhold
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| Town of Penhold | |
| Motto(s):
"Honouring The Past, Challenging The Future"
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 Penhold
Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Central Alberta |
| Census division | 8 |
| Municipal district | Red Deer County |
| Incorporated | |
| • Village | May 4, 1904 |
| • Town | September 1, 1980 |
| Area
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| • Land | 11.2 km2 (4.3 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 871 m (2,858 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,484 |
| • Density | 311/km2 (810/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
| Postal code span |
T0M 1R0
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| Highway | Highway 2A Highway 42 |
| Waterway | Red Deer River |
Penhold is a town located in central Alberta, Canada. It is surrounded by Red Deer County. The town is about 16 kilometers (10 miles) south of Red Deer. It sits where Highway 2A and Highway 42 meet. Penhold is also about 128 kilometers (80 miles) north of Calgary. The Red Deer River is located to its east.
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Penhold's Story: A Look at Its History
Penhold started as a small stop along the Canadian Pacific Railway. These stops were called "whistle stops" because trains would often just whistle as they passed through. The name "Penhold" likely came about when this railway stop was created.
Penhold officially became a village on May 4, 1904. Later, in 1981, it grew into a town. This happened because many more people moved to Penhold in the late 1970s.
RCAF Penhold: A Former Air Force Base
During World War II, a special air force base was built near Penhold. This base was called the Royal Canadian Air Force Station. It was an important place for the Canadian military. The base stayed open for many years but finally closed down in 1994.
Who Lives in Penhold? Population Facts
In 2021, about 3,484 people lived in the Town of Penhold. These people lived in 1,325 homes. The town covers an area of about 11.2 square kilometers (4.3 square miles). This means there are about 311 people living in each square kilometer.
Fun Things to Do in Penhold: Attractions
There are many fun places to visit and things to do in Penhold! You can explore the Penhold Museum to learn about the town's past.
For sports and activities, there's a recreation center with an indoor arena. You can also find a baseball diamond and an outdoor ice rink. If you like to skate, there's a skate park and a pump track.
Kids can enjoy the splash park, especially on hot days. There's also a library for reading and a campground if you want to stay overnight. The town is also developing more baseball fields, walking trails, and soccer fields for everyone to enjoy.
Learning in Penhold: Schools
Penhold has three public schools that are part of the Chinook's Edge School Division.
- Jessie Duncan School teaches younger students from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 3.
- Penhold Elementary School is for students in Grades 4 to 6.
- Penhold Crossing Secondary School is for older students, from Grade 7 to Grade 12.
