Trochu, Alberta

Geography

Climate

|Jan record high C = 13.0 |Feb record high C = 17.5 |Mar record high C = 20.5 |Apr record high C = 29.0 |May record high C = 34.5 |Jun record high C = 35.5 |Jul record high C = 37.0 |Aug record high C = 35.5 |Sep record high C = 34.0 |Oct record high C = 29.5 |Nov record high C = 22.5 |Dec record high C = 15.0 |year record high C = 37.0 |Jan record low C = −40.5 |Feb record low C = −40.5 |Mar record low C = −34.0 |Apr record low C = −22.0 |May record low C = −6.0 |Jun record low C = −1.5 |Jul record low C = −2.0 |Aug record low C = −2.0 |Sep record low C = −8.0 |Oct record low C = −24.5 |Nov record low C = −33.5 |Dec record low C = −39.0 |year record low C = −40.5

Demographics

In the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Town of Trochu had a population of 998 living in 428 of its 469 total private dwellings, a change of from its 2016 population of 1,058. With a land area of 2.78 km2, it had a population density of in 2021.

In the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, the Town of Trochu recorded a population of 1,058 living in 421 of its 472 total private dwellings, a change from its 2011 population of 1,072. With a land area of 2.78 km2, it had a population density of in 2016.

The Town of Trochu's 2012 municipal census counted a population of 1,067, a 4.1% decrease from its 2009 municipal census population of 1,113.

Economy

The main industry is agriculture, though the oil and gas industry is bringing more and more revenue into the area.

Attractions

Trochu is home to an arboretum, which is home to over 1,000 trees and shrubs of over 100 species, as well as various native and non-native flowering plant species, and showy floral displays.

Trochu also has a local museum and has recreational venues including an arena, an outdoor swimming pool, a campground and ball diamonds.

The town is home to "The World's Tallest Golf Tee", which towers 40 ft tall. It is located just outside the Trochu Golf and Country Club.

Infrastructure

Amenities in Trochu include a youth centre, a seniors' drop-in centre and an extended care facility (formerly the Trochu Hospital)

Notable people

• Martin Farndale, military general in the British Army and Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath
• Kevin Haller, Stanley Cup Champion with the Montreal Canadiens in 1993
• Al Purvis, gold medalist Olympian ice hockey player

References

References

1. (October 7, 2016). "Location and History Profile: Town of Trochu". [[Alberta Municipal Affairs]].
2. (January 2012). "Alberta Private Sewage Systems 2009 Standard of Practice Handbook: Appendix A.3 Alberta Design Data (A.3.A. Alberta Climate Design Data by Town)". Safety Codes Council.
3. [http://www.town.trochu.ab.ca/town/history.php Town of Trochu] {{Webarchive. link. (September 15, 2006 —Trochu history)
4. Dodd, Ned. (1975). "Remember When: The History of Trochu and District". Trochu History Book Committee.
5. [[Environment Canada]]—[http://climate.weather.gc.ca/climate_normals/results_1981_2010_e.html?searchType=stnName&txtStationName=trochu&searchMethod=contains&txtCentralLatMin=0&txtCentralLatSec=0&txtCentralLongMin=0&txtCentralLongSec=0&stnID=2162&dispBack=1]. Retrieved October 28, 2017.
6. (February 9, 2022). "Population and dwelling counts: Canada, provinces and territories, and census subdivisions (municipalities)". [[Statistics Canada]].
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8. (June 11, 2012). "Town of Trochu – Minutes for the Council Meeting held June 11, 2012". Town of Trochu.
9. (September 15, 2009). "Alberta 2009 Official Population List". Alberta Municipal Affairs.
10. [http://tis.gov.ab.ca/public/item/arboretum_at_trochu_the.htm Alberta Economic Development] {{Webarchive. link. (February 18, 2004 —The Arboretum at Trochu)
11. "World's Largest Golf Tee {{!}} Alberta Canada".
12. CFB Suffield. Foreword to "A History of CFB Suffield" by Sir Martin Farndale, 1982
13. "General, Sir Martin Baker FARNDALE, KCB b. 06 Jan 1929 Trochu, Alberta, Canada d. 10 May 2000 England: Ozigen".
14. Gerein, Keith. [https://edmontonjournal.com/sports/2010wintergames/Purvis+hockey+leader+Edmonton+automotive+icon/1898394/story.html "Al Purvis hockey leader, Edmonton automotive icon: Businessman earned Olympic gold"], ''[[Edmonton Journal]]'', August 16, 2009. Accessed August 17, 2009.