Canada Rural Acreage & Perimeter Calculator
Convert rural Canadian parcel dimensions into acres, hectares and square metres, and calculate perimeter fencing quantities.
- 1 Acre
- 43,560 sqft
- Standard
- 1 Hectare
- 2.471 acres
- Metric
- Post Spacing
- 10 ft
- Field fence
Formula & Statutory Rule
Formula
acres = sqft / 43,560; area = width × length
Statutory Rule
1 acre = 43,560 sqft; 1 hectare = 2.471 acres; quarter_section = 160 acresRegional Benchmark Reference
| Jurisdiction / Tier | Rate or Limit | Statutory Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 acre | 43,560 sqft | Standard |
| 1 hectare | 2.471 acres | Metric |
| Quarter section | 160 acres | Prairie |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many acres in a quarter section?
A quarter section is 160 acres, or about 64.75 hectares.
How do I convert acres to hectares?
Divide acres by 2.471 to get hectares.
What post spacing for rural fencing?
Field fencing typically uses 10 to 12 foot post spacing.
How do I measure an irregular parcel?
Break the parcel into rectangles and triangles, calculate each area, then sum them.