A town in Newfoundland is known as the "smallest town in Canada". With only 4 people left, I wondered if that is the case. How does a place with 4 people get to call itself a town. There would be no mayor or councillors and where would the emergency services like fire and police be?
It has made the news everywhere as the last inhabitants are leaving. The many repetitions of the article say nothing of that. They talk about how Tilt Cove, Newfoundland has dwindled since the copper mine closed in 1967.
The nearest towns are Shoe Cove and Snooks Arm. Shoe Cove is closest at 13 km and 16 minutes away. There's a small grocery store in Shoe Cove and 10 minutes away from there is La Scie (population 820) with shopping.
Are there other smallest towns around the planet? The list comes up with Hum, Cratia with 30 inhabitants, as a widely recognized smallest town. A town gate, cemetery, two churches and a restaurant.
Then there is Monowi, Nebraska - a town known for having a single resident. Next up is Mazar, Kansas with a population of five.
Who keeps the lights on and the water running? I guess I am a big town and big city person - I can't fathom what services aren't likely available.
Here's a great :Longwood Garden scene at the entrance. It is unlikely we'll get there this year, given the border issues. But one can enjoy the pictures of the past.
