Charleswood is a residential neighbourhood in the northwest quadrant of Calgary, Alberta. It is located east of Crowchild Trail and the University of Calgary, bordering Nose Hill Park to the north and Confederation Park to the southeast. The neighbourhood was established in 1959.
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Guide To Charleswood
Parks And River
Charleswood borders Nose Hill Park to the north, one of the largest urban parks in North America, and Confederation Park sits to the southeast.
Main Street
Crowchild Trail runs just west of Charleswood, connecting the neighbourhood to shops and services across the northwest, with the University of Calgary district close by.
Community Resources
Use the City of Calgary’s community profile for official demographic information.
Explore The Area
Charleswood sits between Crowchild Trail, Nose Hill Park and Confederation Park, minutes from the University of Calgary. The community is served by the Triwood Community Association.
Public Transit
Public Transit (Calgary Transit) does serve the area, as well as cabs/taxis and Uber.
Is there a c-train station?: No
Main bus route: #38 North Crosstown
Outreach/Support
There are some resources in Charleswood but make sure you’ve reached out to the Calgary Food Bank first, as well as 211.
Things To Do
Charleswood Fall Market
The fall market on Sunday, October 4, 2026, hosted by the Triwood Community Association.
Halloween Skate Night
A Halloween skate night on Sunday, October 25, 2026, hosted by the Triwood Community Association.
Charleswood news and updates
City of Calgary newsroom: Charleswood
Source: City of Calgary Newsroom
History Of Charleswood
Charleswood is a residential neighbourhood in the northwest quadrant of Calgary, located east of Crowchild Trail and the University of Calgary. It borders Nose Hill Park to the north and Confederation Park to the southeast. The neighbourhood was established in 1959.
Local schools include Banff Trail Elementary, Collingwood Elementary and William Aberhart High School. The community is served by the Triwood Community Association.
WikipediaLocal Organizations
Charleswood BIA
No Business Improvement Area or business association was found for Charleswood.
Triwood Community Association
The Triwood Community Association serves the community. Visit their site for programs, events and membership information.
Ward 4 Councillor
DJ Kelly
Ward 4 Councillor
Elected October 20, 2025
DJ Kelly represents Ward 4 on Calgary City Council, elected October 20, 2025.