| Town of Viking | |
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Alberta |
| Region | Central Alberta |
| Census division | 10 |
| County | Beaver |
| Government | |
| - Mayor | Gary Wolsinka |
| - Governing body | Viking Town Council |
| Area | |
| - Total | 3.76 km² (1.5 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 690 m (2,264 ft) |
| Population (2006)[1] | |
| - Total | 1,085 |
| - Density | 288.8/km² (748/sq mi) |
| Time zone | MST (UTC-7) |
| Postal code span | T0B 4N0 |
| Area code(s) | +1-780 |
| Highways | Highway 14 Highway 36 |
| Waterway | Thomas Lake |
| Website: Town of Viking | |
Viking is a town located in central Alberta, Canada. The majority of economic activity is in the agriculture, oil, and gas industries. The Viking Airport is a small airport owned by the Town of Viking 3 miles (5 km) west of the townsite, with the Canadian airport identifier of CEE8.[2] On July 7, 2005 the community ice arena was severely damaged by fire.[3] Construction began on a new arena, called the "Viking Carena Complex" and was completed on August 17, 2007. The Postal Code is T0B 4N0.
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Demographics
The town had a population of 1,052 in 2001. In 2006, Viking had a population of 1,085 living in 494 dwellings, a 3.1% increase from 2001. The town has a land area of 3.76 km² (1.5 sq mi) and a population density of 288.8/km² (748/sq mi).[1]
Notable natives
- Don Mazankowski - Former Cabinet minister under Joe Clark and Brian Mulroney.
- Sutter family - Hockey family includes: Brent, Brian, Duane, Rich, Ron and Darryl. All of whom made the NHL.
See also
References
- ^ a b Statistics Canada (Census 2006). Viking - Community Profile. Retrieved on 2007-06-13.
- ^ Canadian Owners and Pilots Association Places to Fly. Viking Airport
- ^ CBC News (June 2007). Fire damages Viking arena; Sutter memorabilia saved
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