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The Cross-Harbour Tunnel (CHT or XHT) is Hong Kong's first underwater tunnel, consisting of two steel road tunnels with two lanes each, constructed using the single shell immersed tube method. Opened in 1972, it was the first of three vehicular harbour crossings in Hong Kong. Initially built under a 30-year private-sector franchise, the tunnel’s title passed to the Hong Kong government in 1999 when the franchise ended.The tunnel, one of the most congested roads in Hong Kong, saw 116,753 vehicles passing through daily in 2013. The project followed a build–operate–transfer (BOT) model, with a private company responsible for financing, construction, operation, and toll collection for 30 years. The original concession was granted to Cross-Harbour Tunnel Company Limited (now Cross-Harbour Holdings Limited), which was founded in 1965. The Hong Kong government held a 20% stake to maintain influence. Designed with two lanes in each direction, the tunnel was intended to accommodate 80,000 vehicles daily. The project was jointly engineered by Scott Wilson Kirkpatrick & Partners and Freeman Fox & Partners.Linking Hong Kong Island and Kowloon, the tunnel connects Kellett Island (now part of Hong Kong Island due to reclamation) to a reclaimed area near Hung Hom Bay in Kowloon, near the former Hong Kong Technical College. The tunnel's toll plaza, located at the Hung Hom end, has 14 toll booths. Before its construction, cross-harbour vehicular traffic relied on ferries, while passengers used the Star Ferry.Construction began in September 1969 and was completed a year ahead of schedule, opening on 2 August 1972. Initially charging HK$5 per car, the operator recouped the construction costs in just three and a half years. In 1984, the Hong Kong government introduced an additional tax to address overcrowding, raising the toll to HK$10 per car.In 1993, an electronic toll collection system was installed, increasing vehicle capacity by better managing traffic flow. The tunnel was operated by Cross-Harbour Tunnel Company Ltd until 1999, after which the government took over. From November 2010, Serco managed the tunnel under contract, later replaced by Chun Wo Tunnel Management Limited in 2016. In November 2022, Serco resumed management.The tunnel gained cultural significance in 2017 when it was featured in the Hong Kong action film 'Shock Wave', starring Andy Lau. In November 2019, during the Hong Kong protests, demonstrators set up roadblocks and set fire to tollbooths, leading to the tunnel's closure for several days.In 2023, manual toll collectors were replaced by HKeToll, an electronic toll collection system. Cash and Octopus Cards are no longer accepted, and toll booths have been removed. The tunnel now generates approximately HK$700 million in annual toll revenue.

Hawarden is a village located in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan, within the Rural Municipality of Loreburn No. 254 and Census Division No. 11. As of the 2016 census, the population was 52. The village is situated on Highway 19, north of Strongfield, Loreburn, and Elbow.Named after Hawarden Castle in Flintshire, Wales, which was the country home of British politician William Gladstone, the village features several key facilities, including a post office, Hawarden Hall, a playground, and a bar. Over the years, it has housed an elementary school, Perry Industries, an indoor skating rink, a bank, gas pumps, an arcade, two churches, two convenience stores, a surplus store, four grain elevators, and a café. Hawarden incorporated as a village on July 16, 1909.The Canadian Bank of Commerce opened in 1909 but was destroyed by fire on December 12, 1911, along with much of Gladstone Street. A new building was erected in 1922 and remains one of only two known structures of its architectural type in Saskatchewan.On July 5, 1988, a tornado caused significant damage to the village, uprooting trees and knocking boxcars off the railway. According to the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Hawarden's population decreased to 50, residing in 30 of its 33 total private dwellings, a decline of 3.8% from the 2016 population of 52. With a land area of 1.12 km² (0.43 sq mi), the population density was 44.6/km² (115.6/sq mi) in 2021.The 2016 Census reported a population of 52 living in 33 of its 36 total private dwellings, reflecting a 3.8% increase from 50 in 2011. Since 2001, the Hawarden Winter Warriors have organized the Annual Hawarden Vintage Snowmobile Rally, featuring a 97 km (60 mi) trail for newer snowmobiles and a 32 km (20 mi) trail for vintage models. The event begins at Hawarden Hall and includes many vintage snowmobiles, snow planes, and various prizes and raffles.Additionally, since 2001, the Bert's Boxing Day Classic, a recreational hockey tournament in memory of Brendan Ringdal, was held annually in Hawarden until 2010 when it moved to Kenaston due to the closure of the local rink. The village celebrated its 90th Anniversary in 1999 with a parade, local talent performances (including the Whistlers), and fireworks.

Elbow, a village in Saskatchewan, Canada, has a population of 337 as of 2016 and is situated within the Rural Municipality of Loreburn No. 254 and Census Division No. 11. Founded in 1909 near what is now Lake Diefenbaker, Elbow is located 8 kilometers (5.0 miles) northwest of Mistusinne, 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) northwest of Douglas Provincial Park, and 16 kilometers (9.9 miles) southeast of Loreburn. The village derives its name from its position along the elbow of the South Saskatchewan River.Nearby, a provincial recreation site features a marina, golf course, and beach access, while within Elbow, there is a sod house converted into a museum and a library. Elbow officially incorporated as a village on April 6, 1909. According to the 2021 Census of Population by Statistics Canada, Elbow's population increased to 341, residing in 165 of its 246 total private dwellings, reflecting a 1.2% change from 2016. The village covers a land area of 3.96 km² (1.53 sq mi), resulting in a population density of 86.1/km² (223.0/sq mi).In the 2016 Census, Elbow recorded a population of 337, living in 163 of its 243 total private dwellings, marking a 6.8% increase from 2011's population of 314. Covering 3.92 km² (1.51 sq mi), the village had a population density of 86.0/km² (222.7/sq mi) that year. Elbow experiences a humid continental climate (Dfb), with the highest recorded temperature being 43.3 °C (110 °F) on June 24, 1941, and the lowest at −43.3 °C (−46 °F) on January 25, 1972.

Sintaluta is a small town in Saskatchewan, Canada, with a population of 124 as of the 2021 Census. Located about 85 km east of Regina, it sits north of the Trans-Canada Highway. The town’s name comes from the Lakota language, meaning 'tail of the red fox.' Sintaluta also serves as the administrative headquarters of the Carry the Kettle Nakoda Nation band government.The Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) played a key role in Sintaluta’s history, with the first section foreman arriving in 1886, followed by the opening of the railway station in 1898. Sintaluta was incorporated as a town in 1907, soon after Saskatchewan became a province. Before the CPR, the town was a key stop for pioneers heading west, with the first stopping house established in 1881.The town has a rich history of education and religion. The first school classroom opened around 1882, and several churches were built between 1887 and the early 1960s, including the well-preserved St. John the Baptist Anglican Church and St. Helene’s Roman Catholic Church. Sintaluta's first schoolhouse was built in 1895, with a larger stone school following in 1899, though it was destroyed by fire in 1905. A two-story brick school was then constructed in 1907, using locally sourced bricks from a factory in Lebret.In 1901, the district experienced a bumper wheat crop, but farmers faced difficulties transporting their grain due to issues with the CPR. Led by Edward Alexander Partridge, they successfully sued the railway, marking a significant victory for farmers at the time. Sintaluta became one of the largest grain shipping points in Western Canada, a story later made into a movie by the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool, titled 'The Long Haul'.Sintaluta was also the birthplace of the United Grain Growers Association (now Agricore United), with several local residents serving on its first board of directors. The town played a prominent role in the early days of the Grain Growers Guide, now known as *The Country Guide*.Throughout the years, Sintaluta was home to seven elevator companies, cementing its reputation as a top grain-producing region. Today, only two of the original elevators remain, privately owned, and part of the fewer than 350 elevators still standing across the prairies.Other notable figures in Sintaluta's history include Robert (Bob) Baker, who worked for the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool and later became Town Clerk, and Vic Sexsmith, who served as the Manager of the Sintaluta Co-op service station and later became the town’s Mayor.According to the 2021 Census, Sintaluta's population increased slightly by 4.2% from 2016, with 124 residents living in 55 of its 72 private dwellings. The town covers an area of 2.67 km², resulting in a population density of 46.4 people per square kilometer.

Abernethy, a village in Saskatchewan, Canada, had a population of 190 in 2021. Located within the Rural Municipality of Abernethy No. 186 and Census Division No. 6, it sits about one hour east of Regina, one hour west of Yorkton, and roughly five hours northwest of Winnipeg. To the south lies the Qu'Appelle Valley, home to Katepwa Beach. Abernethy was incorporated as a village on July 26, 1904, and celebrated its centennial in the summer of 2004 during the annual agricultural fair.According to the 2021 Census of Population by Statistics Canada, Abernethy had 190 residents living in 86 of its 108 private dwellings, reflecting a 6.9% decrease from the 2016 population of 204. The village covers an area of 0.98 km² (0.38 sq mi) and had a population density of 193.9/km² (502.1/sq mi).In the 2016 Census, Abernethy recorded a population of 204 living in 84 of its 104 private dwellings, a 3.9% increase from the 2011 population of 196. With a land area of 1.03 km² (0.40 sq mi), the village had a population density of 198.1/km² (513.0/sq mi) at that time.Primarily an agricultural community, Abernethy features several local businesses, including an ice cream shop, a photography business, a crochet business, and a CO-OP gas and grocery store. For education, children are bussed to schools in Lemberg and Neudorf to the east, and Balcarres to the west. The Abernethy School closed in 1994.

Kincaid is a village in Saskatchewan, Canada, located within the Rural Municipality of Pinto Creek No. 75 and Census Division No. 3. It was incorporated as a village on July 19, 1913. According to the 2021 Census by Statistics Canada, Kincaid had a population of 120, an 8.1% increase from its 2016 population of 111. The village has 59 occupied private dwellings out of a total of 83, with a land area of 0.54 km² and a population density of 222.2/km². In the 2016 Census, Kincaid had 111 residents living in 56 dwellings, with a population density of 135.4/km² over a 0.82 km² area.

Lafleche is a small town in southwest Saskatchewan, Canada, located in the Rural Municipality of Wood River No. 74, at the intersection of Highway 13 and Highway 58. Situated on the south bank of Lafleche Creek, a tributary of the Wood River, it lies 20 km south of Gravelbourg and 45 km west of Assiniboia. The community's origins trace back to 1905 when settlers formed the village of Buffalo Head, which later changed its name to Lafleche in honor of Louis-François Richer Laflèche.In 1910, a school district was established, and a school was built on land owned by Mr. Belisle. By March 1912, a hamlet had developed on land owned by F. X. Brunelle, featuring a bank, two stores, and blacksmith shops. The arrival of the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1913 prompted rapid growth, leading to the relocation of the hamlet's houses to the new site, which quickly transformed into a village with spacious streets and avenues.By 1913, businesses such as Square Deal Store, Palace Livery, and Lafleche Meat Market had emerged, prompting the village's incorporation the same year. In December 1913, telegraph service began, and by 1914, the village had expanded to twelve blocks. The following years saw the opening of various businesses, including a jewelry store and multiple lumber yards.Despite facing challenges in the 1920s, including a notorious bank robbery in 1922, Lafleche continued to grow. The community saw the establishment of public amenities, such as sidewalks, electric lights, and a fire brigade. The 1930s brought hardships, but residents launched the first rural community credit union in Saskatchewan in 1938 to address financial needs.Lafleche persevered through the war years and established essential services, including a hospital in 1944. By 1953, it had officially become a town, and infrastructure improvements continued with the installation of water and sewer services in the 1950s.Significant milestones include the construction of a curling rink in 1961, the opening of the Wood River Centennial Home for seniors in 1967, and the paving of streets in 1969. Lafleche celebrated its centennial in 2013. According to the 2021 Census, the town had a population of 373 residents living in 184 of its 201 total private dwellings, reflecting a slight decrease from 382 in 2016. With a land area of 1.43 km², the town had a population density of 260.8/km².

Mossbank is a town in Saskatchewan, Canada, located south of Old Wives Lake and approximately 68 km south of Moose Jaw. It was incorporated in 1912 following the expansion of the railroad from Expanse, with the townsite chosen by the Canadian National Railway. A nearby townsite, Raycraft, was also established to the north by the Canadian Pacific Railway.Mossbank has a history marked by several significant events. These include the first meeting between the North-West Mounted Police (NWMP) and a group of Sioux refugees in 1874 near Old Wives Lake, the establishment of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan's No. 2 Bombing and Gunnery School during World War II, and the 1957 debate between Saskatchewan Premier Tommy Douglas and Ross Thatcher, which gained national attention.The town also features the Ambroz Blacksmith Shop and Residence, a Provincial Heritage Property. This site, which dates back to the 1920s, is one of the oldest fully furnished blacksmith shops still located on its original site in Saskatchewan. It offers a rare example of a family business complex from that era.During World War II, Mossbank played a significant role in the British Commonwealth Air Training Program, with its No. 2 Bombing and Gunnery School training over 6,200 men. The base was decommissioned after the war, and many of its buildings were repurposed elsewhere. A large monument commemorating the base was erected in 1999, and the local museum preserves artifacts from the site.In 1957, Mossbank was the location of a debate between Douglas and Thatcher, which raised Thatcher’s profile and influenced his future political career. This event has since been reenacted, and the streets near the Mossbank Community Hall, where the debate took place, are named after Douglas and Thatcher.Mossbank's population was recorded as 368 in the 2021 Census, with a slight increase from its 2016 population of 360.

Wilcox, with a 2016 population of 264, is a village in Saskatchewan, Canada, located within the Rural Municipality of Bratt's Lake No. 129 and Census Division No. 6. It sits about 41 kilometers (25 miles) south of Regina. The village is home to the Athol Murray College of Notre Dame, a boarding school for students in grades 9-12, and the Notre Dame Hounds ice hockey team, which competes in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League.The village’s history dates back to 1902 when a post office was established in what was then Assiniboia West, part of the North West Territories. Wilcox was incorporated as a village on April 20, 1907, shortly after Saskatchewan became a province in 1905. The first school, Wilcox School District #1633, was a one-room schoolhouse.According to the 2021 Census, Wilcox had a population of 261 living in 83 of its 93 private dwellings, reflecting a slight decrease of 1.1% from its 2016 population of 264. The village covers a land area of 1.43 km² (0.55 sq mi), resulting in a population density of 182.5 people per km² (472.7/sq mi). In 2016, Wilcox had seen a more significant population decrease of 28.4% from 2011, with a density of 178.4 people per km² (462.0/sq mi) over a land area of 1.48 km² (0.57 sq mi).

Consort is a village located in eastern Alberta, Canada, at the intersection of Highway 12 and Highway 41. It lies about 250 km southeast of Edmonton, 252 km northeast of Calgary, and 283 km west of Saskatoon, with the Saskatchewan border roughly 60 km to the east.According to the 2021 Census by Statistics Canada, Consort had a population of 644, living in 262 out of its 300 private dwellings, marking an 11.7% decrease from its 2016 population of 729. The village has a land area of 3.02 km², giving it a population density of 213.2 people per km². In 2016, Consort had a population of 729, living in 280 of 310 dwellings, reflecting a 5.8% increase from the 2011 population of 689. Its 2012 municipal census reported a population of 722.The village’s economy revolves around farming, ranching, and oil production. The local newspaper, The Consort Enterprise, has been in circulation since 1912.Several notable individuals hail from Consort, including singer K.D. Lang, senior public servant Arthur Kroeger, NHL player Riley Nash, and UFC fighter Chad 'The Monster' Anheliger, who made his UFC debut in February 2022 with a knockout win.

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