Beauval, Saskatchewan
Beauval | |
|---|---|
| Country | Canada |
| Province | Saskatchewan |
| Government | |
| • Type | Municipal council |
| Area | |
| • Land | 6.71 km2 (2.59 sq mi) |
| • Urban | 120.1 km2 (46.4 sq mi) |
| Population (2006) | |
| • City | 806 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (UTC) |
Beauval, Saskatchewan is a small community located in Northern Saskatchewan, Canada. Founded in the early 20th century as a Roman Catholic mission and as a transportation center.
History
The earliest known settler was Philip Yew who arrived in 1905, by 1907, others have arrived, mainly from Dore Lake. In 1910, Alexander Laliberte opened a fur trading store to serve the local trappers. It served as an outpost. In 1969, the community established the 'Beauval Local Community Authority', which elected council to oversee bylaws, collect taxes and maintain law and order. Unlike most Northern Saskatchewan communities, Beauval has seen a population growth over the years. By the end of the Second World War, Beauval had a population of approximately 350 residents, today the population is over 700 residents with an additional 200 living in the surrounding area.
Economy
Today, the community of Beauval derives its economic resources from limited commercial fishing, very little trapping, local and provincial government subsidies, grants and programs, the mines, local businesses and the school. Tourism and recreation activities also provides economic resources.
Transportation
The community is served by Beauval Airport. There are dirt roads which connect Beauval to neighboring communities.
Statistics
Area statistics
- Latitude 55°9′ N
- Longitude - 107°37′ W
- Dominion Land Survey 71-11-W3
- Time zone (CST) UTC−6
| North: Île-à-la-Crosse | ||
| West: Jans Bay | Beauval | East: La Ronge |
| South: Dore Lake |
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