updates | April 06, 2026

What starts with y in Alberta?

Alphabetical listing of Places in Alberta

NameWhatCountry
YoungstowncityCanada

What are the 13 capitals of Canada?

Origin of the names of Canada’s provincial and territorial…

  • Ottawa, Canada.
  • St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.
  • Halifax, Nova Scotia.
  • Fredericton, New Brunswick.
  • Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.
  • Québec, Quebec.
  • Toronto, Ontario.
  • Winnipeg, Manitoba.

    How many hamlets are in Alberta?

    As of 2020, Alberta has 398 hamlets recognized by Alberta Municipal Affairs. Alberta’s two largest hamlets – Fort McMurray (formerly a city) within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo and Sherwood Park within Strathcona County – have been further designated as urban service areas by Municipal Affairs.

    What is the nickname of Canada?

    Although it is unknown who coined the term Great White North in reference to Canada, the nickname has been in use for many decades. The general breakdown is that Canada is “Great” because it’s the second largest country in the world.

    What is the motto of Alberta?

    Fortis et Liber – strong and free
    The provincial motto, Fortis et Liber – strong and free – is under the base. Royal Warrant adopted the current Coat of Arms on July 30, 1980.

    What is the largest hamlet in Alberta?

    Alberta’s two largest hamlets – Fort McMurray (formerly a city) within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo and Sherwood Park within Strathcona County – have been further designated as urban service areas by Municipal Affairs.

    What is the largest hamlet in the world?

    Sherwood Park
    Sherwood Park has maintained its status as largest hamlet in the world in the Guinness world records. There are approximately 397 hamlets across Alberta with Fort McMurray being the second largest hamlet in Alberta.