Situated along the Elbow River, the southwest community of Elbow Park is one of Calgary’s oldest communities. In fact, it is believed that a whiskey trading port in the area preceded Fort Calgary. The community was annexed in 1907 and developed after 1910. Many of the area’s original homes remain in good condition. Located only 3 km from downtown, this area offers easy access to a number of restaurant, shopping and entertainment venues. It is also close to a number of recreational areas including River Park, Stanley Park and the city’s pathway system. There are two public schools in the area, one of which offers French immersion.

The Elbow Park community centre offers a creative playground, two hockey rinks, a pleasure skating rink, a baseball diamond, basketball courts and tennis courts. Many communities belong to the Elbow Park Minor Hockey Association, and these teams make use of Elbow Park’s rinks. The rinks are also used in conjunction with the Inter Community Grass Roots League which offers residents a low key chance to play hockey. The community also administers the Glencoe tennis club. Skating and art programs are offered for community children. The community association also serves as an advocate for community concerns, including those surrounding traffic issues, development, and Elbow River environmental concerns.

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