Sunalta

The inner city neighborhood of Sunalta is located immediately southwest of downtown Calgary, south of the Bow River, and is intersected by the major transportation route of the Crowchild Trail. A unique mix of single-family detached homes, condominiums, and apartment units, the community was first established in 1910 on land previously owned by the Canadian Pacific Railway. With a  population of just under 3,500 residents, there is an area redevelopment plan in place to assist with ensuring that Sunalta remains protected as a community far into the future. The majority of the residential buildings here are utilized for renting purposes. Sunalta is one of the more mixed neighborhoods when it comes to household income as it varies greatly depending on the property.

Public school students attend the community’s own Sunalta elementary school before completing their public education studies at Glamorgan junior high and Henry Wise Wood senior high school. Catholic school students are also able to attend Sunalta’s own Sacred Heart elementary school before being assigned to St. Monica’s junior high and then, St. Mary’s senior high school.

Sunalta benefits from an active community association which regularly participates in addressing the concerns of this inner city neighborhood. The fine residents of the Sunalta community association have successfully fought for protection for the mature poplar trees throughout the area. Because of the intersecting Crowchild Trail, they often work with the Calgary municipal government to address any surrounding traffic and city development issues. Events are organized year round through the community association including Sunalta’s pancake breakfasts, spring cleanups, block parties, and the annual Christmas Party. The community center itself is a popular destination for youths, adults, and seniors alike with a wide range of recreational activities offered here. Their proximity to the downtown core allows residents the opportunity to travel to numerous boutiques, cafes, restaurants, corporate chains, and shops all within walking distance, and there’s never a shortage of employment for residents with all of these amenities located nearby. There are some residents who choose to take advantage of the Bow River pathway located in Sunalta’s north. The route follows the trajectory of the Bow River and leads a person along the delegated green space at the Shaganappi golf course and Edworthy Park.

For residents looking to reach other parts of the city, Calgary Transit has nearly a dozen stops set up in various corners of the area. Furthermore, the Sunalta LRT is found between 9^th Avenue southwest and 10^th Avenue southwest. On foot, any neighborhood in the city can be accessed through either of these methods of transportation.

Sunalta and its’ residents pride themselves on the upkeep and maintenance of their community. With a community association that’s active in ensuring Sunalta’s interests are always voiced, annual family events, accessibility to city transportation, and the benefit of being next to the Bow River pathway, Sunalta is a premier Calgary neighborhood and its’ properties accommodate the many needs of the community’s citizens.