Poplar Bay facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Poplar Bay
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Summer village
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| Summer Village of Poplar Bay | ||
Pigeon Lake Shoreline in Poplar Bay
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 Poplar Bay
Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada | |
| Province | Alberta | |
| Census division | No. 11 | |
| Incorporated | January 01, 1967 | |
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| • Type | Municipal incorporation | |
| Area
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| • Land | 0.71 km2 (0.27 sq mi) | |
| Population
(2021)
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| • Total | 113 | |
| • Density | 158.2/km2 (410/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) | |
Poplar Bay is a special type of community called a summer village in Alberta, Canada. It's located right on the western shore of Pigeon Lake. A summer village is a place where many people have vacation homes. They often visit in the warmer months.
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About Poplar Bay
Poplar Bay is known for its beautiful lakeside setting. It offers a peaceful escape for residents and visitors. The village is a popular spot for summer activities.
What is a Summer Village?
A summer village is a unique type of town in Alberta. It's set up for people who want to enjoy the summer. These places usually have a smaller year-round population. But they grow much larger when the weather is nice. People come to their cabins or summer homes.
People Living in Poplar Bay
The number of people living in Poplar Bay changes throughout the year. More people are there in the summer. The official count of people is taken every few years. This count is called a census.
How Many People Live Here?
In 2021, the census showed that 113 people lived in Poplar Bay. They lived in 59 homes. This was a small increase from 2016. In 2016, there were 103 people. The village covers a small area of land. It is about 0.71 square kilometers.
