Canyon Meadows Community Description

Now boasting a population of nearly 8,000 residents, the neighbourhood of Canyon Meadows has come a long way since it was first established as a Calgary community in the early 1960s. Canyon Meadows can be found in between Anderson Road to the north, Macleod Trail to the east, Fish Creek Provincial Park and Canyon Meadows Drive to the south, and 14th Street to the west. The neighbourhood boasts several amenities including having the Canyon Meadows golf course in the northwest part of the neighbourhood as well as being home to Canyon Meadows station of the C-Train LRT system.

Canyon Meadows’ public school students are known to attend Canyon Meadows Elementary, Robert Warren Junior High, and Dr. E. P. Scarlett Senior High School. Catholic school students in the area don’t have to travel far either for their courses as they are set up to attend St. Catherine’s Elementary, St. Stephen Junior High, and then Bishop Grandin Senior High School.

With a property in Canyon Meadows, one can enjoy true Calgary hospitality through its many points of interest. Only 17% of the housing in the area is used for renting purposes with the rest being permanent property owners. The median household income of the area is approximately $66,000. Many residents come to Canyon Meadows for the great number of recreational opportunities offered here at facilities such as the Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club, the Canyon Meadows Pool and Fitness Center, and Fish Creek Provincial Park. It is popular amongst families for this reason.

The community association designated to oversee responsibility over Canyon Meadows provides a number of activities for residents of all ages. In the wintertime, there’s even a community rink where members of the community are invited to gather and enjoy themselves throughout the coldest months of the year. The Canyon Meadows movie theatre is a popular spot amongst locals who wish to view the latest in movie releases. Those who enjoy shopping will like to know that the Southcentre Mall is found just northwest of the neighbourhood with several services offered there.

Calgary Transit offers several stops along Canterbury Drive and Elbow Drive which – along with Canyon Meadows Station on the C-Train – will bring a Canyon Meadows resident to wherever they wish to go within city limits.

Canyon Meadows benefits from a strong location and a strong group of residents intent of keeping the value of the community alive and well. Residents have been vocal with regards to several issues including community development, local wildlife protection, traffic, the LRT extension, and the Anderson Road overpass. This passion for looking after their own is only bound to continue into the future. With quality estates spread out over spacious lots, treat yourself to the unique opportunities offered through Canyon Meadows.