Edgemont

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Edgemont is a large residential neighbourhood in northwest Calgary, north of Dalhousie on the slopes of Nose Hill. Development began in 1978, and its elevated position gives many homes views of downtown and the Rocky Mountains.


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Guide To Edgemont

Quadrant Northwest 51.12528, -114.15056
Ward Ward 4
Established 1978
Population 15255 2021 Census

Parks And River

Edgemont backs onto Nose Hill Park along its eastern edge, giving residents direct access to one of North America’s largest urban parks. The neighbourhood also has its own parks, ravines and an extensive pathway system.

Nose Hill Park on Google Maps

Main Street

Edgemont has a small commercial area with everyday shops and services; larger shopping is at Market Mall to the south and Crowfoot Crossing to the west.

Explore The Area

Edgemont is in northwest Calgary, north of Dalhousie on the slopes above the Bow River valley, with views of downtown and the Rockies.

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Public Transit

Public Transit (Calgary Transit) does serve the area, as well as cabs/taxis and Uber.

Is there a c-train station?: No, Route 77 connects to Dalhousie Station (Red Line)

Main bus route: #77 Edgemont

Outreach/Support

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

Things To Do

November

Edgemont Winter Market

The community association’s popular annual holiday market (2026: November 28), with free entry and donations supporting the Christmas Hamper Program.

Edgemont news and updates

City of Calgary newsroom: Edgemont

Source: City of Calgary Newsroom

History Of Edgemont

1978 Development begins on the northwest slopes of Nose Hill.
2021 The federal census counts 15,255 Edgemont residents.

Development of Edgemont began in 1978 on the northwest slopes of Nose Hill, an extension of the hill itself. Its elevated position gives views of downtown Calgary and the Rocky Mountains.

The community is served by Edgemont Elementary, Tom Baines Junior High and Mother Mary Greene Catholic School. The Edgemont Community Association hosts the popular annual Winter Market each November.

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Local Organizations

Business Improvement Area

There is no Business Improvement Area in Edgemont.

Edgemont Community Association

The Edgemont Community Association hosts the popular annual Winter Market each November, with proceeds supporting the Christmas Hamper Program.

Ward 4 Councillor

DJ Kelly, Calgary Ward 4 councillor

DJ Kelly

Ward 4 Councillor
Elected October 20, 2025

DJ Kelly is the Ward 4 councillor, elected in 2025 with The Calgary Party. Kelly is serving a first term on Calgary City Council.

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