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 -5.7% from its 2016 population of 1,058. With a land area of 2.78 km2 (1.07 sq mi), it had a population density of 359.0/km2 (929.8/sq mi) in 2021.[2]
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 -1.3% change from its 2011 population of 1,072. With a land area of 2.78 km2 (1.07 sq mi), it had a population density of 380.6/km2 (985.7/sq mi) in 2016.[6]
The Town of Trochu's 2012 municipal census counted a population of 1,067,[7] a 4.1% decrease from its 2009 municipal census population of 1,113.[8]
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,[9] 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.[10]
Infrastructure
Amenities in Trochu include a youth centre, a seniors' drop-in centre and an extended care facility (formerly the Trochu Hospital)