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Community Profiles - NorthEast
Coventry Hills/Country Hills Village
Coventry Hills is a suburban, residential neighbourhood in the north-west quadrant of Calgary, Alberta. It is located at the northern edge of the city, and is bounded by Stoney Trail to the north, Deerfoot Trail and the Nose Creek to the east, Country Hills Boulevard to the south and Harvest Hills Boulevard to the west. The Harvest Hills Golf Course borders the community to the south. Coventry Hills was established as a neighbourhood in 1991. The community association offers sports programming for local residents, including soccer. Cardel Place, operated by the Nose Creek Sports and Recreation Committee, opened in 2004. The centre includes 2 skating rinks, 3 gymnasiums, an aquatic complex, climbing wall, and workout area. It also houses the Calgary Public Library.
Harvest Hills
Harvest Hills is a residential neighbourhood in the north-east quadrant of Calgary, Alberta. It is bounded by Deerfoot Trail to the east, by Beddington Trail to the south, by Country Hills Boulevard to the north and by Harvest Hills Boulevard to the west. The community contains a lake (the Harvest Hills lake), and Harvest Hills golf course is developed in the north-east corner, in the Nose Creek valley. Harvest Hills was established in 1990. The community association offers sports programming for local residents, including soccer. Cardel Place, operated by the Nose Creek Sports and Recreation Committee, opened in 2004. The centre includes 2 skating rinks, 3 gymnasiums, an aquatic complex, climbing wall, and workout area. It also houses the Calgary Public Library.
Saddle Ridge
Saddle Ridge is located in NorthEast Calgary. It is north of Martindale and Taradale and east of the Calgary International Airport. For many years, the area consisted primarly of agricultural development, however, there has been some recent residential development. Saddle ridge is home to a wetland pond which is surrounded by interpretive pathways. As residential development takes place, soccer fields and baseball diamonds are being installed in the area. There are no schools in the area.
The Saddle Ridge community association is located in a Quonset hut. The centre is used by four Sikh dance troops, highland dancers, Boy Scouts and a karate club. A seniors club also regularly meets to play cards and engage in other activities. At the rear of the centre is a large gas barbeque that can feed as many as 300 people. It is used for a variety of community events throughout the year. Other special events are hosted by the community association as well, including an annual Christmas festival.
Taradale
Taradale is located on the extreme NorthEast edge of the built-up area of Calgary. It is bounded by the communities of Saddle Ridge to the north, Falconridge to the south, and Martindale to the west. The Calgary International Airport is also located to the west of Taradale. The topography of this community is essentially flat with a gradual slope from the NorthEast to the southwest. Taradale was annexed to the City in 1961, yet development did not occur until 1984. The predominant form of development within this community is low density residential, however, most of the land is currently undeveloped.
Martindale
Martindale is a NorthEast Calgary community located east of the Calgary International Airport. The community is located on land annexed in 1961 and was developed in 1983. The community recently acquired a new public school.
Although Martindale does not have a community centre at this time, its community association is very active. It sponsored 3 students to attend YMCA summer program last year and it hosts a number of special event each year, including Stampede dinners, a silent auction and dance, kids’ movie nights and skate parties on the community skating rink. This rink doubles as a skateboard park in the summer, and local teen entrepreneurs have set up a snack shop nearby. To raise money for these projects the community holds fundraising casinos once every 18 months. Martindale enjoys a good relationship with the neighbouring communities of Falconridge and Castleridge. Thus, while the community does not offer any programming at this time, residents are welcome to take part in the extensive programs offered at these nearby communities.
Coral Springs
Coral Springs is located in Calgary’s NorthEast. The community’s name, layout, and architectural style are reflective of its Californian theme. The community contains a lake, which is popular for swimming, fishing and boating. Coral Springs was annexed by Calgary in 1983 and is home to plenty of green space and pathways. The variety of housing costs in Coral Springs has allowed the community to remain economically diverse. There is one separate school in the area.
The Coral Springs community association is located in the Don Hartman NorthEast Sportsplex. The community association puts on a number of special events each year including an fall festival. The festival features activities for children, a petting zoo, climbing wall and games. The community association also hosts an annual community garage sale and Park n’ Play in conjunction with the NorthEast Sportsplex and the City of Calgary. Coral Springs also works to represent its residents with regards to issues of concern. For example, the board advocated on traffic issues to receive stop lights and crosswalks which slowed traffic considerably. They also monitor area construction such as the NorthEast Ring Road. The board also works together with a community liaison from Calgary Police Services to maintain one of the lowest crime rates in the city.
Falconridge
Falconridge and Castleridge are adjacent communities on the eastern edge of developed Calgary, east of the Calgary International Airport. They offer excellent views of both the city and the mountains. The Falconridge/Castleridge area was part of the Municipal District of Rockyview prior to its 1961 annexation to Calgary. There are numerous public and separate schools in the area, including Bishop McNally High School.
The Falconridge/Castleridge community association is one of the most active in Calgary. The association is the only one in Alberta to be run on the Carver Model of Governance. This means that a chief operating officer and permanent staff are responsible for the day to day operation of the association, ensuring that operations are congruent with the direction set by the board of directors. The Falconridge/Castleridge community association is home to the North of McKnight community resource centre. This centre offers 19 social services to help area residents, including counselling, baby clinics, immigrant services, parent support and financial aid. Aside from the resource centre, the community centre also houses 8 preschool classes, including one for English Second Language students. The Boys and Girls club of Calgary has an office and recreational centre complete with pool and foosball tables located in the community centre. Attached to the community centre is a trailer that serves as a popular youth drop in centre, complete with a pool table, video games and concession. The centre also offers other programs, ranging from makeup application to river raft racing, targeting local teens. The auxiliary hall of the centre is home to a variety of groups, including the Boy Scouts and Girl Guides, karate and dance groups, as well as alcohol anonymous,. These numerous programs enable the Falconridge/Castleridge community to appeal to the wide variety of interests and needs of their diverse residents.
Castleridge/Castleridge Estates
Falconridge and Castleridge are adjacent communities on the eastern edge of developed Calgary, east of the Calgary International Airport. They offer excellent views of both the city and the mountains. The Falconridge/Castleridge area was part of the Municipal District of Rockyview prior to its 1961 annexation to Calgary. There are numerous public and separate schools in the area, including Bishop McNally High School.
The Falconridge/Castleridge community association is one of the most active in Calgary. The association is the only one in Alberta to be run on the Carver Model of Governance. This means that a chief operating officer and permanent staff are responsible for the day to day operation of the association, ensuring that operations are congruent with the direction set by the board of directors. The Falconridge/Castleridge community association is home to the North of McKnight community resource centre. This centre offers 19 social services to help area residents, including counselling, baby clinics, immigrant services, parent support and financial aid. Aside from the resource centre, the community centre also houses 8 preschool classes, including one for English Second Language students. The Boys and Girls club of Calgary has an office and recreational centre complete with pool and foosball tables located in the community centre. Attached to the community centre is a trailer that serves as a popular youth drop in centre, complete with a pool table, video games and concession. The centre also offers other programs, ranging from makeup application to river raft racing, targeting local teens. The auxiliary hall of the centre is home to a variety of groups, including the Boy Scouts and Girl Guides, karate and dance groups, as well as alcohol anonymous,. These numerous programs enable the Falconridge/Castleridge community to appeal to the wide variety of interests and needs of their diverse residents.
Monterey Park
Monterey Park is located to the east of 68 street N.E. between the Trans Canada Highway and McKnight Boulevard. The area was annexed to the City in three stages. Most of the land was annexed in the years 1979 and 1983, with the remainder of the community coming under the City's jurisdiction in the most recent annexation of 1989. The developers of Monterey Park have used a California theme in terms of street names, building styles and materials.
Temple
Temple is located in NorthEast Calgary. Although the area was annexed in 1961, it did not develop until 1977. Temple, along with neighboring communities of Pineridge, Rundle and Whitehorn, was originally referred to as “The Properties.” Temple is in close proximity to a number of employment opportunities, including at the Calgary International Airport and the NorthEast Industrial areas. Nearby recreational opportunities include the Village Square Leisure Centre and regional bike paths. There are also a number of schools in the area.
The Temple community hall contains both large and small meeting places that play host to a variety of community groups. The Brownies, Cubs, Scouts, first aid, babysitting courses, and a preschool are just a few of the groups and activities that take place in the hall. The community association also maintains a tennis court, an all season rink, and a basketball court. A number of sports programs are facilitated through the community association, including a popular adult slo-pitch league. Temple also hosts a number of special events, including monthly dances for adults and jellybean dances for children. The popular Temple Days, which consists of family fun events, take place annually at the beginning of June. Temple is also a participant in SAIT’s Community Access Program, which enables residents to access the internet. Temple was also involved in starting the “Heart of the NorthEast Solutions” Family Resource Centre. This resource centre, located in the Village Square Leisure Centre offers a variety of forms of assistance to families in Temple and neighboring communities.
Whitehorn
Whitehorn is located in Calgary’s NorthEast, southeast of the Calgary International Airport. The Whitehorn area was annexed by the city of Calgary in 1961 and residential development began in 1973. Whitehorn has the distinction of being one of Calgary’s most ethnically diverse communities, with a large Chinese and East Indian population. The community is well connected to the city, both through major roadways and the LRT line. Whitehorn is also near the Village Square Leisure Centre and Calgary’s bike path system. There are both public and separate schools in the area.
The Whitehorn community association offers a variety of programs to appeal to its diverse residents. Muslim groups, the Ismali 250th Scout Troop, the Immigrant Women’s Association and the East Indian Dholma Garaba Dance Troup all use the community centre as a meeting place. The centre also hosts Girl Guide and Boy Scout meetings, as well as craft fairs, karate classes, and dances. These dances, which target Elementary and junior high students, are organized by the community’s popular youth group. The community hockey and pleasure rinks are also extremely popular among residents.
Pineridge
Originally called the Properties, the four communities of Whitehorn, Temple, Rundle and Pineridge were developed in the mid-1970s. Prior to that time the area was a treeless prairie terrain. The community of Pineridge is located within close proximity to local employment opportunities and major transportation routes, including the TransCanada Highway, Barlow Trail and Memorial Drive. The Village Square Leisure Centre, situated in the community, and the pathway system offer recreational opportunities for local residents.
Rundle
The community of Rundle shares its' name with a local mountain near Banff, Alberta. Rundle is located in the NorthEast sector of the city and Southeast of the Calgary International Airport. Rundle has developed since 1973 into a predominantly low density residential neighbourhood. There are also multi unit residential dwellings in Rundle. Convenient access to the LRT system and major roads such as Barlow Trail and the Trans Canada Highway, is available to local residents. In addition, the regional bike pathway system is located in and adjacent to Rundle.
Greenview
The community of Greenview was part of Thorncliffe/Greenview until 1991. At that time, two areas separated from Thorncliffe/Greenview to be established as separate communities. A small area of land form the western part of the community became known as Upper North Haven, and the eastern portion of the community is now Greenview. The boundaries of Greenview are quite irregular but generally it is located southwest of the Calgary International Airport. A substantial proportion of land in Greenview is occupied by industrial uses and the Canadian Pacific Railway line runs through it. The Thorncliffe – Greenview community association is extremely active. The facility contains a commercial catering kitchen, a lounge, meeting rooms, offices, racquetball courts, and a seniors centre. For community recreation, the centre also houses a 4 lane bowling alley, an outdoor hockey rink, a baseball diamond, a playground and a tobogganing hill. Numerous community sporting activities take place at the centre, including racquetball, volleyball, slo-pitch, figure skating, hockey, ringette, baseball and bowling. A number of groups make use of the facility as well, including the Girl Guides, Boy Scouts, Timeout for Parents and Tots, Tai Chi and fitness. Special activities such as dances, craft fairs, parties and wine and cheeses are also held at the centre. To raise money for all of these activities, weekly bingos are held at the centre. The local Men’s Booster Club and Women’s League are also instrumental in raising funds.
Winston Heights/Mountview
Winston Heights/Mountview is a low density residential community located along the west escarpment of the Nose Creek Valley. Winston Heights/Mountview has good access to the downtown, via Edmonton Trail. Most of this area was built in the 1950s around an existing core of older war-time homes. Winston Heights/Mountview residents enjoy close proximity to Nose Creek Park, Elks Golf Club and the pathway system.
Vista Heights
Crossroads consists of the communities of Mayland Heights, Belfast and Vista Heights. These three communities are located in the city’s NorthEast, south of the Calgary International Airport. The area offers excellent views of the Rockies and of downtown. Both the Mayland Heights and Vista Heights communities consist of both industrial and residential areas. Although the area was annexed by the city in 1910, development did not begin until the 1960's. The communities contain both public and separate schools, numerous churches, restaurants and malls. There is a city owned golf course located in the Vista Heights community, and there is also a kids golf course in the area.
The Crossroads community association is very active within the community. As a reflection of this older neighbourhood, the community’s Fifty Plus Club is very active, engaging in tours, potlucks, and dinner theatre activities. The community also holds several fundraising bingos each year. For the younger set, the Crossroads preschool is very popular. Girl Guides, Boy Scouts and Blockwatch all make use of the community centre for meetings. Crossroads offers a number of courses as well, in activities ranging from crafts to soccer and babysitting to parent and tot time. Special events are popular in Crossroads as well, and their annual Stampede breakfast is always a big hit.
Bridgeland
Bridgeland/Riverside is located within easy walking distance of Downtown Calgary. Its main boundary is defined by a steep escarpment on the west, north, and east, thereby separating it from its neighboring residential communities of Crescent Heights and Renfrew. To the south is the Bow River, Memorial Drive and the Calgary Zoo. The historical development of the areas north of the bow River was enhanced by the construction of the Langevin Bridge in 1885. Even though and active community existed, it was not until 1910 that the area was annexed to Calgary. For many new Canadian immigrants, Bridgeland/Riverside became their first home. The German immigrants in the district of Riverside, and the Italian community housed in Bridgeland, had a significant influence on the development for its historic old homes, its views of the Downtown, Bow River Valley and Rocky Mountains and its European shops and restaurants.
Mayland Heights
Crossroads consists of the communities of Mayland Heights, Belfast and Vista Heights. These three communities are located in the city’s NorthEast, south of the Calgary International Airport. The area offers excellent views of the Rockies and of downtown. Both the Mayland Heights and Vista Heights communities consist of both industrial and residential areas. Although the area was annexed by the city in 1910, development did not begin until the 1960's. The communities contain both public and separate schools, numerous churches, restaurants and malls. There is a city owned golf course located in the Vista Heights community, and there is also a kids golf course in the area.
The Crossroads community association is very active within the community. As a reflection of this older neighbourhood, the community’s Fifty Plus Club is very active, engaging in tours, potlucks, and dinner theatre activities. The community also holds several fundraising bingos each year. For the younger set, the Crossroads preschool is very popular. Girl Guides, Boy Scouts and Blockwatch all make use of the community centre for meetings. Crossroads offers a number of courses as well, in activities ranging from crafts to soccer and babysitting to parent and tot time. Special events are popular in Crossroads as well, and their annual Stampede breakfast is always a big hit.
Abbeydale
The community of Abbeydale is located in Calgary’s NorthEast. It is bordered on the South by the Canadian National Railway, on the West by 68th St. NE and on the North by the Trans Canada Highway. The community was under the jurisdiction of the Municipal District of Rockyview until it was annexed by the city in 1976. The community has a large child and youth population and contains both a public and separate school. The neighbourhood is primarily residential, with its principal commercial attraction being a simple strip mall. Downtown can be accessed by either Memorial Drive or 16th Avenue.
In response to the community’s demographics, the programs offered by Abbeydale’s community association are primarily youth oriented. The community center facilitates an out of school care program, numerous sports programs, Jelly Bean Dances and Scouts. They also boast an adult darts league. The centre also offers plenty of events for the entire family, and the centre’s pool tables, dart boards and outdoor skating rink provide an excellent opportunity for families to relax in a pleasant atmosphere. Abbeydale offers activities for adults as well, with each Friday being open pub night featuring karaoke, crib tournaments or the occasional lobster dinner. Clearly, Abbeydale seeks to provide programs that match the interests of all of the community’s diverse population.
Marlborough Park
The community of Marlborough Park is located in the NE of Calgary. Marlborough Park was developed in the 1970’s. It is bordered by the Trans Canada highway in the North, 68th St. NE in the East, 52nd St NE in the West and Memorial Drive in the South. Marlborough Park is only 8 km from downtown, with easy access to all major routes. Marlborough Park is within short distance to major shopping and work centers. Both public and separate schools are found within the community.
The Marlborough Park Community Association building is a modern, attractive and well maintained center with full time staffing. The centre includes a large Main Hall (Gym), Activity/Meeting Room, Pre-School, Boardroom and the Park Lounge, which contains a fireplace, pool table, dart board, TVs and shuffleboard. Marlborough Park Community Association offers many user group space for meetings and programs for all age groups.
Loma Seniors meet every Wednesday and the Seniors Crib Club each Friday, the Preschool has run continually since the 1970’s. Scouting/Guiding Programs, sports activities, both for youth and adult (drop in volleyball) and jelly bean dances are other activities that take place at the Marlborough Park Community Building. Block Watch is another active organization that is supported by the Marlborough Park Community Association.
The Marlborough Park Community Building is located in a large park in the center of the community along with three of the four schools in the community. Along side of the large well lighted parking area in front of the building there is City of Calgary Parks Tennis Courts. To the rear of the Community Building each winter a large skating rink is flooded for pleasure skating.
The Community Association urges all residents to become members and volunteer in some way to assist the active board of Directors to ensure that our community will continue to be a great place to live and raise a family.
Marlborough
The Community of Marlborough is located in NorthEast Calgary. The area was part of 1961 annexation and the community developed into a predominantly low density residential neighbourhood. It is bounded by the Trans Canada Highway to the north, 52nd Street NE to the east, Memorial Drive to the south and 36th Street NE to the west. The community is 6 kilometres east of the Downtown which is linked to Marlborough by Memorial Drive and the LRT. Barlow Trail and 52nd Street are the principal connectors to the industrial areas in the south.
Skyview Ranch
A new community located in North-east Calgary where stunning landscapes and scenic parks and pathways intermingle to create the perfect dwelling for growing families to enjoy life in Calgary's "New North." SkyView Ranch offers an amenity-rich environment that combines vibrant urban streets with quiet country comfort, providing an optimal neighbourhood to raise a family.
Renfrew/Regal Terrace
Renfrew/Regal Terrace is a residential neighborhood in the north-east quadrant of Calgary, Alberta. It is located south of the Trans-Canada Highway, and north of the inner city community of Bridgeland. To the east it is bordered by the Nose Hill Creek and the Deerfoot Trail and is separated from Crescent Heights to the west by Edmonton Trail. The area consists mainly of residences with no major commercial or industrial facilities. There are some small businesses located along Edmonton Trail and 16th Avenue. A full-sized football field is located at Renfrew Athletic Park. Other athletic facilities in addition to the schools include the Boys & Girls Club, a swimming pool, indoor skating rink, an outdoor skating rink at the community association building, and soccer fields located by the creek.