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Albany, Nova Scotia

Albany is a community in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Albany is a small community in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, Canada. It lies along Nova Scotia Trunk 10 near Trout Lake.

What it is

Albany is a locality or human settlement in western Nova Scotia. It is not an incorporated municipality but is recognized as a community within Annapolis County.

Where it is

The community is situated on Nova Scotia Trunk 10, near Trout Lake, at an elevation of roughly 178 to 200 metres above sea level. It is part of the rural settlement pattern of Annapolis County.

Name and context

Albany is one of several Canadian places using this name. Other examples include Albany, Edmonton; Fort Albany First Nation; and the Albany River. The name is shared across different provinces and territories.

In short

  • Albany is a community in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia.
  • It is located on Nova Scotia Trunk 10 near Trout Lake.
  • Elevation is about 200 metres above sea level.
  • It is not an incorporated municipality.
Canadian angle

Albany is a Canadian place name used for several locations, including this community in Nova Scotia and other places elsewhere in Canada.

Quick questions

Where is Albany located?
Albany is in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, Canada, along Nova Scotia Trunk 10 near Trout Lake.
What type of place is Albany?
It is described as a community or locality in Nova Scotia.
What province is Albany in?
Albany is in Nova Scotia.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albany,_Nova_Scotia
    Supports: Identifies Albany as a community in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, on Nova Scotia Trunk 10 near Trout Lake.
  2. Mapcarta — https://mapcarta.com/24111834
    Supports: Describes Albany as a locality/human settlement in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, with approximate coordinates and elevation.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albany
    Supports: Lists Canadian uses of the name Albany, including Albany, Edmonton; Albany, Nova Scotia; Albany, Prince Edward Island; Albany River; and Fort Albany First Nation.