Sundre facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sundre
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Main Street in Sundre
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 Sundre
Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada | |
| Province | Alberta | |
| Region | Central Alberta | |
| Census division | 6 | |
| Municipal district | Mountain View County | |
| Incorporated | ||
| • Village | December 31, 1949 | |
| • Town | January 1, 1956 | |
| Area
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| • Land | 10.84 km2 (4.19 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,093 m (3,586 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,672 | |
| • Density | 246.4/km2 (638/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (MST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) | |
| Postal code |
T0M 1X0
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| Area code(s) | +1-403, +1-587 | |
| Highways | Cowboy Trail Highway 27 |
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| Waterway | Red Deer River | |
Sundre is a town in central Alberta, Canada. It is located about 100 kilometers (62 miles) northwest of Calgary. Sundre sits in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, along a scenic road called the Cowboy Trail.
The town got its name from a place in Norway. This was the original home of Nels T. Hagen, who was Sundre's first postmaster.
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Sundre's Story: A Look at Its History
Sundre began to grow when Nels T. Hagen arrived in 1906. He became the town's first postmaster. Sundre officially became a village in 1950. A few years later, in 1956, it grew even more and became a town.
People and Population: Who Lives in Sundre?
In 2021, the town of Sundre had a population of 2,672 people. These people lived in 1,187 homes. This number was a small change from 2016, when 2,729 people lived in Sundre.
The town covers an area of about 10.84 square kilometers (4.19 square miles). This means that in 2021, there were about 246 people living in each square kilometer.
What Sundre Does: The Town's Economy
Sundre's main ways of making money come from a few key areas. These include:
- Petroleum Production: Finding and using oil and gas.
- Forestry: Working with trees and wood products.
- Agriculture: Farming and growing crops.
- Ranching: Raising livestock like cattle.
Many people in Sundre also work in the service, hospitality, and tourism industries. This means they work in hotels, restaurants, and places that help visitors.
The town also has many public sector jobs. These are jobs that serve the community. For example, Sundre has:
- Two public schools
- A public hospital
- A Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) office
- Offices for the local government, including the Town of Sundre, Mountain View County, and Clearwater County.
Fun and Culture: Arts and Museums in Sundre
Sundre has several places where you can enjoy arts and culture. These include:
- Sundre Municipal Library: A place to read books and learn.
- Sundre & District Pioneer Village Museum: This museum shows what life was like for early settlers. It also has a special exhibit called "Chester Mjolsness' World of Wildlife." This exhibit features 150 taxidermy animals from all over the world.
- Sundre Arts Development Centre: This center is run by a group called the Sundre Allied Arts Society. It's a place where you can see live music, theater shows, dance performances, and other artistic events.
Well-Known People from Sundre
- Myron Thompson, a politician who served in government.
