Originally developed in the 1880s and then established as a Calgary community in the early 1910s, Ramsay has certainly played its part in the city’s history. While the eastern half of the neighborhood is primarily older properties set amongst an industrial setting, there is presently an area redevelopment plan in place to ensure that Ramsay remains a vital part of Calgary long into the future. The community is located east of amenities such as the Elbow River, Macleod Trail, the Stampede Grounds, and the Pengrowth Saddledome arena. The Alyth-Bonny Brook industrial area is also found at Ramsay’s southeastern-most corner. Within this area of Calgary, there are a wide range of attractive uses that have brought together a diverse group of residents who now call Ramsay home.

The public school students of Ramsay are assigned to attend Ramsay Elementary, Rideau Park Junior High, and Western Canada Senior High School. Meanwhile Catholic school students attend St. Monica Elementary and Junior High before finishing their students at St. Mary’s Senior High School.

This inner city community maintains a population of 2,100 residents living across approximately 1,100 properties with nearly 50% of these units being used for renting purposes. Though it may be a small community, Ramsay maintains its own identity with amenities such as ENMAX Park giving it its own unique character. Many Calgary residents of past and present have fond memories of this area as it stands as one of Calgary’s oldest, most diverse, and most dynamic neighborhoods within minutes of the downtown core.

Calgary Transit offers those who do not own their own vehicle the opportunity to visit other areas of the city at an affordable cost. There are several bus stops spread out throughout Ramsay to assist these residents.

Offering beautiful views of the city and mountains alongside access to the Elbow River and the city’s extensive pathway system, Ramsay is ideal for a young family or senior looking to settle in somewhere where there’s no lack of things to do or areas to explore. Just southeast of Calgary’s downtown core, the neighborhood offers a welcome escape for some to surround themselves with a residential area filled with parks that is centrally located. With recent developments and the developments to come, Ramsay is sure to remain an integral part of Calgary’s history. Visit Ramsay today to see for yourself what a beautiful place the neighborhood is to live, to work, and to play.