Cynthia, Alberta
Hamlet in Alberta, Canada
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Cynthia is a hamlet in central Alberta, Canada within Brazeau County.[2] It is located approximately 37 kilometres (23 mi) south of Highway 16 and 131 kilometres (81 mi) southwest of Edmonton.
Cynthia | |
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| Coordinates: 53°16′58″N 115°25′22″W | |
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Region | Central Alberta |
| Census division | 11 |
| Municipal district | Brazeau County |
| Government | |
| • Type | Unincorporated |
| • Governing body | Brazeau County Council |
| Elevation | 923 m (3,028 ft) |
| Population (2005)[1] | |
• Total | 50 |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 (Alberta Time) |
| Area codes | 780, 587, 825 |
Cynthia previously held new town status for almost three years, having incorporated as a new town on June 1, 1956,[3] but dissolving on May 1, 1959.[4]
Demographics
The population of Cynthia according to the 2005 municipal census conducted by Brazeau County is 50.[1]
