St. Isidore, Alberta facts for kids
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St. Isidore
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St. Isidore Carnaval Super Z’héros in 2009
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 St. Isidore
Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Census division | No. 19 |
| Municipal district | Northern Sunrise County |
| Founded | 1953 |
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| • Type | Unincorporated |
| Area
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| • Land | 1.08 km2 (0.42 sq mi) |
| Population
(2021)
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| • Total | 236 |
| • Density | 218.9/km2 (567/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
St. Isidore is a small community called a hamlet in northwest Alberta, Canada. It is part of Northern Sunrise County. You can find it about 16 kilometers (10 miles) east of the town of Peace River.
St. Isidore is surrounded by nature. Deep valleys, called ravines, are on its north and south sides. These ravines were formed by Pat's Creek and its smaller streams. Pine forests grow all around these beautiful valleys.
In 2007, a group called the St. Isidore Development Committee worked to help the community grow. They held a special draw for land lots. This helped more people find places to live in St. Isidore.
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Discover the History of St. Isidore
St. Isidore gets its name from Saint Isidore. He is a special saint known for being a great farm worker.
The hamlet was started in 1953 by seven families. They came all the way from the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean area in Quebec. A group called the Union des Cultivateurs Catholiques helped them. This group supported farmers and helped them work together.
St. Isidore was one of the last communities settled by people moving from Quebec after World War II. Because of this, it has kept a lot of its original culture. Even today, the community shows a strong spirit of cooperation and family.
How Many People Live in St. Isidore?
Every few years, Canada counts its population. This is called a census.
In the 2021 Census, St. Isidore had 236 people living there. They lived in 87 homes. This was a small decrease from 266 people in 2016.
In the 2016 Census, St. Isidore had 266 people. They lived in 94 homes. This was an increase from 218 people in 2011.
The land area of St. Isidore is about 1.08 square kilometers (0.42 square miles). This means there are about 218 people living in each square kilometer.
Every year, during the third weekend of February, St. Isidore hosts a fun event called the Carnaval de St. Isidore. It takes place at the St. Isidore Cultural Centre.
This Carnaval is like the famous Quebec Winter Carnival. It celebrates the community's French-Canadian roots. But it also includes the spirit of Alberta's French communities.
Snow Sculpting Fun
One of the main events is the snow sculpting competition. The St. Isidore Cultural Centre chooses a different theme each year. Past themes have included "Asterix & Obelix" and "Super Z’héros."
There are different groups for sculptors. You can find professional artists, amateurs, and even a youth category.
The Carnaval also has lots of other exciting things to do:
- Enjoy traditional French folk music and modern songs.
- See local talented performers.
- Taste delicious traditional French food.
- Go for fun sleigh rides.
- Watch log sawing competitions.
- Take part in other Franco-Canadian activities.
During the Carnaval, teenage volunteers are chosen as "ducs et duchesses." They sell tickets, and the top sellers are crowned the King and Queen of the Carnaval!
What Can You Find in St. Isidore?
St. Isidore offers many services for people who live there and for visitors:
- The St. Isidore Co-op (a cooperative store)
- A local library
- Le Conseil Scolaire du Nord-Ouest (a school board)
- St. Isidore Housing Cooperative
- Le Domaine des aînés (a home for seniors)
- La Société des Compagnons
- Le Club du Bon Temps
- Le Club Barbar
- The Weavers' Guild
- A cultural centre
- The Plein Soleil dance troupe
- The St. Isidore Museum
- Family Community Support Services
- A summer camp
- A skating rink
- A Catholic church
The roads in St. Isidore have both numbers and names. Avenues run east-west, and streets (called "rues") run north-south.
How St. Isidore Makes a Living
The main way people in St. Isidore make money is through farming.
Entreprises Macay is a family farm business. They dry and process Timothy hay to send to Asian markets. There are also businesses that raise bees for honey and dairy farms. These farms often hire workers for certain seasons.
Many people who live in St. Isidore also work in nearby places. These include the DMI Peace River Pulp Mill, the Shell Peace River Complex, and the Town of Peace River.
