Kitscoty, Alberta
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| Village of Kitscoty | |
| Nickname: Biggest Little Sports Centre in Alberta | |
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Alberta |
| Region | Central Alberta |
| Census division | 10 |
| County | Vermilion River |
| Government [1] | |
| - Governing body | Kitscoty Village Council |
| Area | |
| - Total | 1.54 km² (0.6 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 670 m (2,198 ft) |
| Population (2006)[2] | |
| - Total | 709 |
| - Density | 461/km² (1,194/sq mi) |
| - Dwellings | 263 |
| Time zone | MST (UTC-7) |
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| Highways | Yellowhead Highway |
| Waterways | Kenilworth Lake |
The Village of Kitscoty is situated at the junction of Highway 16 (Yellowhead Highway) and Highway 897 (the proposed link to Cold Lake). The village is located approximately midway between Edmonton and Saskatoon (225 km (140 mi) and 295 km (183 mi) respectively). In addition, the village is within short commuting distance of Lloydminster. The CN railway tracks also pass through Kitscoty, which is the seat of Vermilion River County.
Kitscoty is located in a prime agricultural area which has much heavy oil activity, both of which provide employment opportunities for the residents.
The slogan "Biggest Little Sports Centre in Alberta" is symbolic of both the enthusiastic participation of the residents and the various sporting facilities available. In addition there are several cultural and fraternal organizations active in the Village.
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[edit] History
The first settlers came to the district in 1905, and was incorporated as a Village in 1911. Kitscoty originally served a trading area stretching from Cold Lake in the north to the Battle River in the south. Kitscoty is named after a famous cromlech, 3 large stones in a tripod arrangement, found near a settlement in England known as Kits'Coty House.
[edit] Administration
There are two schools-an elementary and a junior senior within the village. As well the administration offices of the Vermilion River County are located at Kitscoty.
[edit] Economy
There is an abundance of raw land available for development of both residential lots and light industrial/commercial parcels. Water distribution and sewer collection facilities have been upgraded to accommodate future growth.
The area is rich in Agriculture.
[edit] Demographics
In 2006, Kitscoty had a population of 709 living in 263 dwellings, a 5.7% increase from 2001. The village has a land area of 1.54 km² (0.6 sq mi) and a population density of 460.7 inhabitants per square kilometer.[2]
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- ^ Municipal Profile - Vermilion River County (from Alberta Municipal Affairs and Housing)
- ^ a b Statistics Canada (Census 2006). Kitscoty - Community Profile. Retrieved on 2007-06-08.
[edit] External links
- Alberta First. Kitscoty Statistics
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