What schools are in Dover, Calgary?

Schools serving Dover include: schools and services through the City community profile

How do I get to Dover by public transit?

Calgary Transit serves Dover. Check calgarytransit.com for routes and schedules.

Does Dover have a community association?

See the community association link on this page for Dover's local association details.

Dover, Calgary – Community Guide

Dover is a residential neighbourhood in southeast Calgary, established in 1971. Part of the Greater Forest Lawn area, it is bounded by 26 Avenue SE to the north and Peigan Trail to the south, with the Inglewood golf course along its western edge in the Bow River valley.

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Guide To Dover

Quadrant Southeast 51.01944, -113.99139

Ward Ward 9

Established 1971

Population 10,795 2021 Census

Known for Greater Forest Lawn

Parks And River

Dover residents enjoy community parks and playgrounds, plus proximity to the Bow River valley and the Inglewood golf course to the west. The neighbourhood’s parks provide green space for families in this established southeast community.

Main Street

The neighbourhood’s main commercial corridors are along 26 Avenue SE and 36 Street SE, with local shops and services. Nearby Inglewood offers additional dining and shopping options.

Community Resources

The Dover Community Association serves the area. Find schools and services through the City community profile. The community is served by Ian Bazalgette Junior High, Forest Lawn Senior High, Valley View Elementary and West Dover Elementary public schools.

Explore The Area

Explore the Bow River valley pathways, visit the nearby Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, or discover the diverse shops along 36 Street SE. Open Dover in Google Maps.

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: #155

Outreach/Support

There are some resources in Dover but make sure you’ve reached out to the Calgary Food Bank first, as well as 211.

City of Calgary newsroom: Dover

Source: City of Calgary Newsroom

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History Of Dover

1961The area is annexed to the City of Calgary.

1971Dover is established as a residential neighbourhood in southeast Calgary.

The area that is now Dover was annexed to the City of Calgary in 1961, and Dover was established as a residential neighbourhood in 1971. The community is named after Mary Dover, a historic environmentalist and daughter of one of Calgary's early businessmen.

Dover is part of the Greater Forest Lawn area, a group of communities whose name comes from the former town of Forest Lawn which existed in the area before being annexed by Calgary. Other communities in this area include Forest Lawn, Southview, Penbrooke Meadows, Albert Park/Radisson Heights, and Red Carpet. The Inglewood golf course, developed in the Bow River valley, borders the community to the west.

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